The world of surfing turns its attention to the South Pacific island of Fiji at this time of year, as the Fiji Pro surfing tournament is held at the world renowned Cloudbreak, near Tavarua Island off the west coast of Fiji.The women’s competition was won last week by Johanne Defay of France, and the men’s competition starts on the 5th June. Many watersports and sailing enthusiasts turn up just to watch the action, a fabulous way to pass a few days on your yacht charter Fiji.
BYOB is known to some as ‘bring your own bottle’ or, to others, ‘be your own boss’. A day skipper qualification enables you to become your own boss on the ocean! A bareboat charter provides an epic experience brimming with freedom, excitement and sense of achievement! Create your own itineraries, pick your own anchorages and add some spontaneity to your trip. What’s stopping you taking the helm? Many people believe they do not possess the skills or competence to skipper a boat. By completing the day skipper course you will gain the relevant knowledge and consolidate your skills. The course does not require vast experience, just enthusiasm to learn and therefore gain experience and your qualification which allows you to pursue your love of sailing.
The Mediterranean is one of the most popular yacht charter destinations in the world with many diverse landscapes and cultures to explore. Here are our top three yacht charter destinations in the Mediterranean Sea.
Glitz and glamour hits Monaco this weekend as round six of the F1 season stops in Monte Carlo. Nico Rosberg’s winning streak may have been quashed by Red Bull star Max Verstappen in Spain at the last race, but the F1 world championship leader has won the Monaco Grand Prix for the last three seasons- will he beat Lewis Hamilton and the Ferrari and Red Bull drivers to make it to his fourth year of winning the ‘jewel in the crown’?
Currently Daniel Ricciardo is setting the pace after an impressive second practice in Monaco yesterday. There is no denying that the 26 year old Australian is keen for first place after beating Hamilton by 0.606 seconds, followed closely by Monaco GP Champion Nico Rosberg. Hamilton has also admitted that Mercedes are “going to have a battle on [their] hands” when qualifying takes place on Saturday.
Monaco is one of the few places in the world where fast cars meet super yachts, creating an electrifying atmosphere that permeates the streets-come-race track. The port fills with some of the Riviera’s finest yachts, making it possibly the best way to entertain your guests during this top event. Once the race is finished, you can take your guests on a very special cruise to the surrounding bays of Monaco and the French Riviera. It may be too late to get in on the action for this weekend, but it is never too early to start planning for next year!
Tune in to watch the 74th Monaco Grand Prix at 1pm (BST) on Sunday and get in touch with one of our experts at Boatbookings today to book your Grand Prix Charter 2017! Don’t forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram for daily updates throughout the Monaco GP!
Things are hotting up this winter in Thailand! Following the success of the inaugural Thailand Yacht Show in February this year, the second edition has recently been announced to take place during the winter charter season from the 15th-18th December 2016.
