A Guide to Mexico: The Stunning Isla Holbox on your CancunYacht Charter

Welcome to the third instalment of our guide to the eastern coast of Mexico. The province of Quintana Roo is home to some of the world’s best beaches, islands, waters and natural marine life. Cancun provides a great starting destination for your yacht charter, giving you the opportunity to explore either direction. Head south to the very popular Playa Del Carmen for a spot of scuba diving around Cozumel or dive the famous Dos Cenotes near Tulum. Head north via Isla Mujeres and Isla Contoy for a very undeveloped Mexican experience. After visiting these two stunning islands, keep going north until you come to Isla Holbox.

Isla Holbox is located on the northern coast of the Yucatán Peninusla. It is 12km long, 1.5km wide and is only separated from the mainland by a lagoon, where you will find an extensive array of birdlife. Holbox is part of the Yum-Balam Biosphere Reserve and guests will see pelicans and flamingos dot the lagoon. There is very little tourism on the island, making this an exclusive and very peaceful destination to charter a yacht. Fishing is the islands main income, however tourism is slowly growing thanks to whale shark viewing. When on the island, be prepared to go back to basics, as there are no cars. Get ready for the slow Caribbean way of life on board a golf buggy and head to one of Holbox’s beautiful beaches for a spot of
kiteboarding!

We have around 40 luxury motor yachts available to charter from Cancun, but we would recommend this something like this Sunseeker Manhattan 74 crewed motor yacht for your trip to Isla Holbox. She has 4 stunning staterooms, providing your guests with unadulterated luxury, elegance and comfort. Each Sunseeker yacht is handbuilt, ensuring precision and the finest attention to detail. She is based in Puerto Cancun so book your flights and start exploring the beautiful Yucatán Peninsula!

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
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The Beach Club Party: A Must-Do on Your Luxury Yacht Charter

Every spring and summer, the requests come flying in for day charters to St Tropez. If you’re looking to cruise the coast to St Tropez, Boatbookings are ready to organise your luxury charter for you. Many people head to St Tropez for their own slice of the jetsetter lifestyle, and Club 55 is always a firm favourite when choosing which beach club people want a taste of. However, it’s always nice to try something new, and if you’re looking for an upbeat and lively atmosphere, Nikki Beach is for you.

The first Nikki Beach was opened in Miami, and ever since the brand has grown, opening up the sexiest and hottest beaches around the world; Nikki Beach St Tropez is too good to be missed. Experience the poolside beach environment; the atmosphere fine dining, drinking and partying at Nikki Beach St Tropez is exquisite. Turn up in your own private yacht and you will fit right in, it is of course the best way to arrive at this beach club scene – a mecca for the
young and gorgeous.

So, head to St Tropez this summer and get yourself noticed. This beautiful Baia Italia 70, LITTLE ONE is sure to stand out amongst the crowds. A dazzling blue, blending with the sea and sky, LITTLE ONE accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins. Her light and bright furnishings enhance the space on board, and the sun cushions up front are fantastic for feeling the wind in your hair as you speed by Antibes, Cannes or St Tropez.

Looking to explore St Tropez? At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to complete novices and will help you at every step of the way to make your dreams a reality. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

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Idyllic Restaurant in the BVI: Charter Your Way to Food Heaven.

Head to the Sugar Mill Restaurant, on your luxury yacht charter around the magnificent island of Tortola, in the BVI. Picture dining in a tropical garden at sunset, whilst the gentle waves lap against the golden shore. Known as one of the most romantic restaurants in the world, Sugar Mill thrives on its idyllic setting and succulent food. Indulge yourself on the the evening’s selection of Lobster Bisque with Basil Croutons or Warm Oyster Gratin with Smoked Bacon and Guinness Hollandaise, prepared freshly by Jeff and Jinx Morgan, the restaurants’ award-winning chefs.

The island of Tortola is immersed in the turquoise waters of the BVI. Visit this picturesque setting on the tantalizing NORTHERN LIGHTS. This Westship 132, invites guests into a lavish world of modern deign and faultless engineering. The attention to detail is impeccable. Accommodating up to 10 guests within her 5 grand staterooms, NORTHERN LIGHTS is best suited for large groups who want to experience the ultimate in luxury. Her interior is chic yet imaginative, the silk upholstery and marble top bar are just one of her many exquisite features. The gracefully curving lines of the furniture echo the flow of waves, while original paintings celebrate feminine beauty. The open dining area is luminous and elegant, providing the perfect setting for a 5 course evening meal. Away from the fine china and gold plated interior lies an extravagant reclining area. Here is the perfect place to bask in the sun, unwind in the Jacuzzi or sip slowly at a freshly prepared martini. NORTHERN LIGHTS provides guests with 5 luxurious staterooms, all equipped with state-of-the-art entertainment systems. The adjoining en suites are panelled with the finest marble and the grand walk-in showers are very inviting.

Lose yourself in the luxury of NORTHERN LIGHTS today!

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The Tender of the Future for Luxury Charter Yachts

The future of the tender is here! An ‘inflatable island’, which has been designed using the same material from Richard Branson’s hot air balloon in his round-the-world flight is about to be brought into construction. Designers in the superyacht market have followed the trend of high end hotels and brought the model to the yacht market, adding bespoke features such as removable teak decking. “This is a very new product which is just being released to the yachting community and the interest is high,” said Josh Richardson from Superyacht Tenders and Toys. Gone are the days of old fashioned, unreliable tenders, which leave guests trying to stay dry!

Superyacht Tenders and Toys are undertaking the project, which is to be based on the new sea cabana model. In addition to the standard features, such as the sea pool to keep out jellyfish and a lounging area, the tender can be fully customized to your taste and requirements. These can include two ice buckets to keep drinks refrigerated, underwater lighting, as well as the client being able to choose the outer colour of the shell.

You may be wondering why everyone is getting so excited about this concept and why it is necessary? This product is able to offer something that others cannot. It provides guests the chance to pull up extremely close to the shore line for their dinner reservations. Moreover, it provides a relaxation area away from all ambient and engine noises of their yacht. You can truly find yourself at one with the ocean! The ‘ultimate in luxury’ sea cabana comes in two sizes: medium (4m by 5.25m) or large (4m by 7m), which can accommodate up to 20 passengers. It can be inflated in 15 minutes, towed at low speeds behind a tender and anchored separately from a yacht. Build time is approximately four weeks, depending upon customization and current orders.

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AZZAM – The New Largest Luxury Yacht in the World!

Roman Abramovich no longer owns the largest luxury yacht in the world! He has held this title for over three years since the launch of ECLIPSE – the 536ft goliath that has been prowling the world’s oceans with impunity. However now a new contender has come onto the scene and has smashed the record for the largest luxury yacht sailing today. She is called AZZAM and at a whopping 590ft long she blows ECLIPSE out of the water. Meaning ‘dedication’ in Arabic she has pushed boundaries in an industry that many thought had plateaued in terms of the length and luxury of the yachts.

Peter Lürssen, a Managing Partner of Lürssen proudly proclaimed: “When she will be delivered later this year, she will have been in build for only three years following one year of engineering.” He goes on to add, “She truly represents another milestone in not only our history but yachting history as well.”

Much of this building of AZZAM has been shrouded in mystery – it is reported that she is to be delivered to a Arabian owner in the autumn after completing her sea trials. Names such as Alwaleed Bin Talal Alsaud, a member of the Saudi Royal family and Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates have been put forward as potential recipients of this magnificent yacht but nothing is as yet confirmed.

It was designed by Nauta Yachts and constructed in Bremen by Lurssen under the watchful eye of lead engineer Mubarak Saad al Ahbabi. Although we know the interior was designed by Christophe Leoni, little else is know about the inside of this luxury yacht. However she is likely to have many of the extraordinary features that ECLPISE has – bullet proof glass, armor plated suites, swimming pools, helicopter pads, cinemas, submarines and a fantastic array of water toys to name just a few! However what we do know about the yacht is enough to say with certainty that this is one of the most fantastic luxury super yachtsdesigned to date. Not only is AZZAM the largest luxury super yacht in the world but with 94,000 horse power behind her she is also capable of cruising at speeds of over 30 knots – 5 quicker than ECLIPSE despite being 500GT heavier! Combining this with a permanent crew of 50 you will be one of the most pampered and privileged guests to ever cruise the oceans!

At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to novices and will help you at every step of the way to make your dreams a reality. We have a team of skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

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