Cannes Film Festival, Day 2 – The Bling Ring – Our Yacht Nominee: DB9!

Day 2 of the world famous Cannes Film Festival sees the premiere of ‘The Bling Ring,’ a highly anticipated American crime-drama film that is based on true events. The film was directed, written and produced by Sofia Coppola, who previously won an Academy Award for the Best Original Screenplay for ‘Lost in Translation’ and who became the first American woman to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Director.

The film is set around a group of celebrity obsessed teenagers who cunningly use the Internet and social media to track celebrities’ whereabouts and then steal all their personal possessions. The group called themselves the ‘Bling Ring Gang’ and stole continuously from celebrities such as Paris Hilton, Megan Fox and Orlando Bloom. The groups’ ringleader was sentenced to 180 days in jail after stealing an estimated 3 million dollars worth of designer goods and jewellery.

The film stars Emma Watson, Taissa Farmiga and Leslie Mann, as well as newcomers Israel Broussard and Katie Chang. It will open the ‘Un Certain Regard‘ section of the 2013 Cannes film Festival. This section was introduced in 1978 by Gilles Jacob. Each year it presents a selection of films with varying visions and style that seek international recognition.

The International Cannes Film Festival is an extremely glamorous affair. It is the perfect time to charter a luxury yacht of your choice on the gorgeous French Riviera.

Our nominee for “Blingy” Yacht? DB9 – Palmer Johnson 36 meter – offers lavish furnishings an an amazing jacuzzi!

In keeping with the blingy, celebrity induced and luxurious theme of the ‘Bling Ring;’ why not charter DB9, a modern and elegant Palmer Johnson 36m super yacht. She boasts lavish accommodation for 9 guests with 4 spacious cabins. The attention to detail is exquisite with all the furnishings complimenting each individual room perfectly.

DB9 has an extremely well designed salon with a fabulous seating area. Here enjoy a freshly prepared 5-course evening meal or simply let one of the very welcoming and experienced crew members rustle up an exotic cocktail for you. Each of the en suite cabins are faultless, with king size beds and beautiful ornate decorations scattered neatly around the bedroom.

The spacious upper deck provides ample room for sun bathing and admiring the breathtaking French Riviera. Why not relax in the boat’s ultra sleek Jacuzzi or let yourself loose with a spot of water skiing. DB9 is a luxury super yacht that will wow you.

At www.boatbookings.com, we are here to help you plan your perfect luxury yachting holiday. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and all the other aspects that make your charter special.

Posted on May 16, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Top Yachts at the 2013 Palma Yacht Show

Last week, multiple members from our team went to the prestigious Palma de Mallorca Yacht Show. The show is located at the foot of the stunning cathedral and invited brokers to see a host of yachts, ranging from luxury sailing to super yachts. Chartering a luxury yacht in the Balearic Islands provides endless opportunities to snorkel and swim with dolphins, as well as great flexibility. You can wake up in Palma and be in Ibiza or Formentera in just a few hours! Below, you will find the favourite yachts of Nieves Morales, charter manager and Ben Sutton, charter broker from this years show.

The Best Yacht of the Show: TIGER LILY OF LONDON – Pershing 90 – 3 Cabins – Ibiza – Formentera – Palma de Mallorca

TIGER LILY OF LONDON is a stunning Pershing luxury motor yacht, accommodating up to 6 guests in 3 sumptuous cabins. She can take up to 8 guests overnight with her cinema room converting into an extra bed. The quality of the fixtures and fittings on this yacht are second to none, with no expense spared on the maintenance and upkeep. You would think she has just come out of the factory! Her decks are simply superb, with a sunbathing area on the bow, dining area to the aft, as well as a private area on her Flybridge. The deciding factor that made this our favourite luxury charter yacht on show was the crew.

A charter boat can be in great condition and offer the latest toys, but it is the crew who will leave their lasting impression on your experience and memories. Hanns had everything and more that you would look for in a captain. He is extremely experienced, possessing thorough knowledge of the Mediterranean, from Turkey to Spain. Not only was Hanns extremely professional, but he was also charismatic and had a way about him, which ensured that his clients automatically felt at home on board. If you fancy chartering a luxury yacht in Ibiza for a week this summer, look no further than TIGER LILY.

The Family Yacht Charter – ALCOR – Heesen 35m – 6 Cabins – Palma de Mallorca – Ibiza – Formentera

M/Y ALCOR is a prestigious 35m luxury motor yacht from Heesen, accommodating up to 12 guests in 6 cabins. She is a yacht fit for a king, with luxurious accommodation and deck spaces throughout. Whether you want to charter this yacht for a week around Mallorca or are looking to host a luxury cocktail or birthday party, look no further than ALCOR! With 6 cabins, we would recommend gathering your family together for an unforgettable holiday.

Her crew are very diverse, bringing together multiple cultures from Peru, Cuba and Europe to create a unique and memorable charter experience. Get ready for some of the best food, drink, scenery and landscapes aboard ALCOR.

The Classic Yacht Charter – S/Y SEA SHUTTLE – 3 Cabins – Palma de Mallorca – Ibiza – Formentera

S/Y SEA SHUTTLE was born in 1983 and has since successful completed over 50 Atlantic crossings. She is an extremely famous and popular 28m classic Jongert sailing yacht, accommodating up to 7 guests in 3 cabins. She has always been looked after and in 2012, she received a full interior and exterior refit, bringing her in line with the latest and best luxury sailing yachts of today.

This can be illustrated by her stunning tender, which is capable of reaching speeds of 50 knots! Whether you fancy a quick lunch in Ibiza or Formentera, anything is possible on board this sailing yacht. She has a brilliant English captain, who will ensure that every single wish is successful achieved during your boat charter. She also features a Thai chef, who will bring the very best in Asian cuisine, as well as your favourite Mediterranean classics. We look forward to helping you with your enquiries!

Check out our website, www.boatbookings.com, and start searching for your luxury yacht charter in the Balearic Islands for this summer. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and all the other aspects that make your charter special.

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Posted on May 16, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Cannes Film Festival, Day 1 – The Great Gatsby – Our Yacht Nominee: MIMU!

MIMU It’s that time of year again, and the Cannes Film Festival 2013 is upon us! Wednesday 15th May marks the grand Opening Ceremony, and the screening of the Festival’s first film, the long awaited and highly anticipated Great Gatsby. Directed by Baz Luhrmann, who has already wowed us with works such as Moulin Rouge!, Romeo & Juliet and Australia, The Great Gatsby stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Carey Mulligan and Tobey Maguire and brings F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel to life.

The Festival de Cannes is a fantastic event to be part of, and one of the most popular things to do during the Film Festival is charter a luxury yacht. Whether you are looking to host a business meeting, party or just a day out at sea, your own luxury yacht gives you a taste of the glitz and glamour that Cannes thrives on.

MiMu salon

So, in keeping with the 1920s theme of The Great Gatsby, our
nominee for the perfect Great Gatsby Yacht is MIMU a Codecasa 113 with 1920s style Art Deco interior.

She has offers highly polished wood panelling and contrasting black lacquer, complete with popular geometrical patterns worked in to the panellings, which give it that art deco edge. The furnishings are contrasting in colour, creams and whites against black, with strong reds thrown in here and there. The furniture also embraces the 1920s style, for the pieces are bold and eye-catching. MIMU’s design is certainly highly stylised, with a strong handle of the Roaring Twenties.

MiMu Cabin

MIMU of course has a first class crew, who are guaranteed to look after you in opulent style worthy of the Great Gatsby. With 5 cabins accommodating up to 10 guests, she also has a fantastic array of water toys to keep the old and young entertained! She is currently in New England and the Bahamas, so you can get your own taste of the American flair, and she also heads to the Caribbean and Mediterranean for different charter seasons.

Click here to see all of our Cannes Charter yachts, and please recommend others that would fit right in with the Great Gatsby theme!

Tomorrow, what yachts will be nominated for Sofia Coppola’s The Bling Ring? That should be interesting in the luxury yacht business!

Posted on May 15, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Planning a Sailing Vacation in the BVI? Here’s our complete list of articles, guides and boat listings

We love the BVI, and love writing about it! In fact we have so many articles, that we figured it would be helpful to list them all in one place for you. So if you’re planning a BVI charter holiday, you can find virtually everything you need from activity recommendations, to itineraries, to suggestions as to when to go. As well as the best listing of boats for charter in the BVI.

BVI Yacht Charter Guide – Our main information page – provides an overview of chartering in the BVI, each island, things to do, how to get there, climate and itineraries. No yachts listed.

Itineraries:

Charter Planning Information

Charter Yacht listings

And of course, there are numerous blog posts on BoatBloggings. See our BVI News Posts here.

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

Experience The Golden Vibrancy Of Skiathos: A Picturesque Chartering Destination

Skiathos is an idyllic, sun-drenched island nestled in the northwest Aegean Sea. Skiathos makes up the cluster of islands known as the Sporades, famed for their pristine sandy beaches and crystal blue seas. Charter a luxury yacht to this exotic destination. The pine-fringed coastline is blessed with golden beaches in the south and a mountainous terrain in the north.

The curious travelers amongst you will explore the sprawling hills of the north. Visit the Monastery of Evangalistra, a magnificently built monastery that is steeped rich in Greek tradition. Marvel at the impressive oil paintings and extraordinary glass paneling. The monastery was the first settlement to raise the Greek flag to signify their freedom from the Turkish invaders. Following on from the monastery is the church of Prophet Illias, famed for its spectacular panoramic views across the bay and towards the neighboring island of Skopelos.

Skiathos is lined with more than 60 golden beaches totaling an impressive 19 square miles. Lalaria beach is located on the northern most tip of the island and is only accessible by boat. Characterized by its beautiful rock formations and turquoise waters, enjoy a light alfresco lunch on board your luxury yacht charter in this secluded and picturesque bay. Venture down to the south coast and explore the cobbled streets of Skiathos town. Here you will find sumptuous Greek delicacies at one of the many tavernas and finely crafted artwork at one of the many boutique stalls. Explore Troulos beach, a secluded sandy bay that is kept in immaculate condition all year round. The beach is perfect for families, thanks to its excellent sun lounging facilities and water sports school. Charter a luxury yacht to Skiathos and experience the golden vibrancy of the south and the quaintness of the north.

OCEANOS is a luxurious super yacht that oozes elegance and style. Berthed on the magnificent Greek coastline, she has 7 grand cabins that can accommodate up too 14 guests. Lavish interior, large deck space and a state of the art Jacuzzi are just a few of the on board luxuries that you can expect. Charter this super yacht today!

Posted on May 2, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓