A magical, ecotourism sailing charter in Southeast Asia is within your reach — welcome to the Andaman Islands!

In this spectacular region, you can float in total peace and quiet, away from all the city noise, and you may not even see another yacht for a month! Located in the Bay of Bengal, is a magical hideaway destination, the Andaman Islands. The area is comprised of 300 islands that are the peaks of an ancient mountain range, stretching from Sumatra to India. This luxury yacht charter destination in Asia has everything you could want from an otherworldly holiday adventure. There are literally hundreds of deserted islands to explore, each one more spectacular than the last! It is truly a breathtaking location for adventurous people, who want to escape from the modern world for a phenomenal sailing vacation.

The beaches are often many kilometres long, and always peppered with pristine, white sand and without a single footprint. Instead of tourists and deck chairs, all you are likely to see is wildlife, including monkeys and deer.

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Super Yacht of the Week: DB9

James Bond fever has hit the Boatbookings office this week with the exciting announcement of Spectre and the even more exciting Aston Martin DB10 set to accompany Daniel Craig in the latest addition to the thrilling movies. On this theme our super yacht of the week is a yacht not only fit to run alongside the DB10 but also perfect for housing the most menacing of Bond villains. DB9, the stunning luxury motor yacht and the original Palmer Johnson 170 is our super yacht of the week.

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Sunseekers Look No Further – Zadar is here!

Located on the Northern side of Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast, Zadar is a sunny paradise without the crowds — perfect for a unique and authentic summer getaway. Steeped in history and culture, Zadar makes for a beautiful and enriching holiday experience. It takes approximately one hour by sailing boat or gulet to go from Zadar to the Kornati Islands, which are definitely worth visiting. See our Croatia Yacht Charter Guide.

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A Local’s Guide to Nassau, Paradise Island and the Bahamas

Do you like to combine world-class resorts with local culture and cuisine during your vacation? Have you been to Nassau and Paradise Island but felt guilty because you haven’t taken the opportunity to explore the surrounding area? After reading this blog, you will be inspired to take a little time out of your usual vacation to get a true taste of Bahamian life, including a trip to a famous conch stand, a popular beach bar and a stunning adventure to see some of the local marine life.

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The Ionian Islands Are More Than But A Dream!

The Ionian islands continue to be one of the most popular charter destinations each summer, and if you haven’t visited yet, they are well worth a trip.  The Ionian is a group of islands which run from the bottom of the Adriatic to the Peloponnese and are among the greenest in Greece, studded with olive groves.  Made up of twelve small and large islands, Zakynthos, Ithaca, Corfu (Kerkyra), Kefalonia, Lefkada, and Paxi are the large Ionian Islands. The smaller islands include Antipaxi, Erikousa, Mathraki, Othoni, Meganisi and the deserted islets of Strofades south of Zakynthos. With its mild winds, crystal clear waters and predictable weather patterns, the Ionian offers excellent and safe sailing conditions.

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