Cannes Film Festival, Day 5 – Inside Llewyn Davis – Our Yacht Nominee: Riva Aquarama

Day 5 of the Festival International de Film, and the film of the day is Inside Llewyn Davis. Directed and written by both Ethan Coen and Joel Coen, Inside Llewyn Davis recounts the story of a singer-songwriter who navigating New York’s folk music scene in the 1960s, struggling to make his name. The film stars Justin Timberlake, John Goodman and Carey Mulligan, star of The Great Gatsby which also premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on opening night.

So in keeping with the era, the traditional style of folk music and the decade of the ’60s, our yacht nominee in this Riva Aquarama, available for charter on Lake Garda, Italy.

This classic build keeps with the traditional style of the runabout boat, used for short trips here and there – though the luxury design is a bit indulgent compared to the idea of the folk music coming from the working classes! This Riva Aquarama is an original build, from
1968 of which there were only 281 built – so the chance to be able to charter this model is rare. Return to the good old days of the Sixties with this original model, a truly delightful way to explore the towns that surround the Italian Lake Garda.

And, keeping with the theme of a classic style yacht, we know that Justin Timberlake is no stranger to these gorgeous runabouts! In the popular movie Friends With Benefits he was taken for a ride across New York on a classic wooden runabout, so not only does our choice suit the ’60s decade, it also is a ‘favourite’ of one of the film stars!

Justin Timberlake on board a yacht by the statue of liberty

Stay tuned to see what Day 6 of the Festival de Film will bring us, and what yachts we have in store for 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 19, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Cannes Film Festival, Day 4 – Like Father Like Son – Our Yacht Nominee: Phinisi 50!

Day 4 of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival sees the premiere of Hirokazu Koreeda’s ‘Soshite chichi ni naru,’ Like Father Like Son. It is the heart wrenching tale of Ryota Nonomiya, a successful business man who’s driven by money but discovers that his biological son was switched with another child at birth. Ryota has earned everything he has by his hard work and believes nothing can stop him from pursuing his perfect life as a winner. However, when he receives an unexpected call from the hospital explaining that his biological son was switched at birth, he is forced to make a life-changing decision, to choose between ‘nature’ and ‘nurture.’ Seeing Ryota’s devotion to his ‘son’ even after learning his origin, is a truly fascinating tale but the plot darkens when he begins to question his existence as a father after all these years.

The globally acclaimed screen writer and director Hirokazu Koreeda originates from Tokoyo, Japan. He has come a long way from his first feature, Maborosi in 1995, based on a Teru Miyamoto novel and drawn from his own experiences while filming. He has won jury prizes at both Venice and Chicago Film Festival and seeks to obtain the highly coveted Palme d’or, this year in Cannes. This highly anticipated film screens at 11:30 and 22:00 on Saturday 18th of may, 2013.

In keeping with the authentic oriental theme of Like Father Like Son, why not charter the luxurious Phinisi 50, a magnificent crewed sailing yacht that is available for charter from the turquoise waters of the Andaman through to the picturesque Indonesian Islands. She is lavishly furnished, spacious and extremely comfortable. She boasts accommodation for up to 10 guests thanks to her 5 well designed cabins, all with immaculate en suites. Beautiful oriental decorations that line this Phinisi 50, create a beautiful setting and peaceful atmosphere. The upper deck is very spacious, sit back and relax on one of the many hand crafted deck chairs and marvel at the glorious coastline. She is fully equipped with all the latest mod cons; including plasma TV’s and DVD players. Walk in showers, king sized beds and silk upholstery are just a few of the on board luxuries on this memorable sailing charter.

Posted on May 18, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Cannes Film Festival, Day 3 – Le Passé (The Past) – Our Yacht Nominee: BLACK AND WHITE!

Day 3 of the Cannes Film Festival previews the first French language film of this week. Le Passé (The Past) is a film by Asghar Farhadi who previously won a Golden Globe Award and an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film for the highly rated ‘A Separation.’ His latest work is an intense family drama starring Tahar Rahim (A Prophet) and The Artist’s Berenice Bejo and focuses on the demons and dark anatomizing of complex past relationships.

The Cannes Film Festival is one of the largest organized media events in the world. It is a perfect opportunity to host clients, impress friends, seal deals and enjoy the rewards of a hard years work. There is no better way to extend the glamour of the Cannes Film Festival week than by hiring your very own yacht. At Boatbookings our highly professional team has hundreds of yachts at its disposal to match to your requirements.

Using Berenice Bejos role in the Artist as inspiration our nominee for day three of the Cannes Film Festival is BLACK AND WHITE.

BLACK AND WHITE is a beautiful version of the breathtaking Sunseeker 34m range, but, as the name of this yacht might suggest, the majority of the features are in black and white. With it’s beautiful dark hull contrasted with the sleek white upper deck she truly paints a picture and will be sure to turn heads wherever you go!

BLACK AND WHITE boasts gorgeous interior furniture from Fendi and Philip Starck and oozes modern sophistication. She can comfortably sleep 10 guests in five beautifully appointed en suite cabins that again continue the theme of black and white through out.
Upstairs on the sundeck, guests can soak up the sun in style with an extended bar and plenty of room for al fresco dining. What’s more, its jacuzzi perfectly finishes off this luxurious entertainment area and truly makes BLACK AND WHITE a unique yacht.

Posted on May 17, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

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.

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 ↓