A Guide to Belize: A Pit Stop in Placencia on your Luxury Catamaran Charter

Belize is one of the up and coming yachting destinations, graced with some of the best waters in the world, as well as an incredible history, culture and climate. As you head south from Belize City or Ambergris Caye, the cayes and islands become less populated, but still provide the same Caribbean charm and hospitality. Placencia is located south of Caye Caulker and Tobacco Caye and is a popular pit stop on luxury catamaran charters. Stann Creak in Placencia has some incredible beaches and itineraries to go inland and see the incredible mountains and jungles.

Whilst in Placencia, we would recommend stopping at Tipsy Tuna for a few happy hour cocktails. The sports bar / nightclub and grill has a brilliant happy hour everyday between 5 and 7 p.m, with live music and well priced beers, as well as some of the best rum cocktails in Belize! Whether you are a fan of light, dark, spiced or coconut rum, the team at Tipsy Tuna will make you a delicious cocktail. The bar is a brilliant place to relax on the beach and to see the sunset.

Stann Creak offers a unique shopping experience with lots of small cabanas selling handcrafted gifts, jewellery and souvenirs. After exploring the local shops, head down to Barefoot Bar, a very popular hangout spot for locals and tourists. This bar serves excellent Caribbean / Mexican cuisine and has a very extensive cocktail list! Listen to live Jazz / Blues and get a true taste of life in Central America!

If you fancy a trip to Belize, choose one of our favourite Lagoon Crewed Catamarans AMURA, accommodating up to 8 adults in 5 cabins. Berthed in Belize City, this luxury crewed catamaran is available for charter in both Belize and Mexico, providing your itinerary great flexibility. If you fancy avoiding the crowds and finding your own paradise island and beaches, Belize is definitely the destination for you.

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Posted on March 3, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Explore Phuket and Malaysia on a Luxurious Mangusta 72 Charter Yacht!

Phuket is one of Thailand’s most popular yachting destinations, providing charterers with a wide variety of water sports, palm tree lined beaches and unforgettable diving and marine life. Phuket is also a very popular luxury honeymoon charter location, due to all of the above factors, as well as the countries delicious food, customs and traditions. Phuket is the hub of sailing in the Andaman Sea and the perfect starting point to explore the unspoiled beaches and amazing rock formations of Phang Nga Bay, or further southeast to Langkawi, Malaysia.

As Phuket is an established sailing destination, you may think that chartering a luxury motor yacht may not be popular. However, we have a great selection of the worlds best motor yachts, which would not look out of place in any of the worlds most prestigious ports, including this stunning Mangusta 72 crewed motor yacht. She has 3 sumptuous cabins, accommodating up to 6 guests, or she can take up to 10 for luxurious day charters. Her decor is minimalistic and modern, providing your guests with the very best in modern living throughout. She has a brilliant aft and bow decks with sunpads for the whole family.

This luxury Phuket motor yacht is available for charter all year round, and is a great way to explore Phuket and its stunning scenery. With speeds of up to 40 knots, this Mangusta is capable of taking you to Langkawi in Malaysia on your day charter! If you don’t fancy going to Malaysia, we also recommend trips north to Phang Nga Bay and James Bond Island, east towards Krabi or southeast to Phi Phi. Whichever itinerary you decide to choose, you will not be disappointed as the whole country is magical!

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

The Best Beaches in the World on your Luxury Yacht Charter, Part I

Welcome to a series of blogs that will concentrate on exploring the world’s best beaches
on your luxury yacht charter. The top beaches for 2013 were carefully selected by travellers on Trip Advisor and range from South Wales to South America. They voted Rabbit Beach on the Sicilian island of Lampedusa as this years favourite, providing visitors with Caribbean coloured waters, white sand and a unique setting. We all have our favourite hangout spots, so what does Rabbit Beach offer that others do not?

Lampedusa is the largest island in the Italian Pelagie chain and belongs to the Sicilian province of Agrigento, which also includes the smaller islands of Linosa and Lampione The island is found at the most southernmost part of Italy and is actually closer to Tunisia (70 miles) than it is to Sicily (109 miles). Historically, Lampedusa was used as a landing point and maritime base for the Greeks and the Romans on their conquests. Today, you will find agriculture, fishing and tourism as the islands main industries. Thanks to its geographical position, Lampedusa has hot dry summers and very little rain, with average temperatures of around 26 degrees between June and September.

Chartering a luxury yacht around Sicily towards Lampedusa would be the ultimate way to explore the region in style. We would recommend the custom catamaran BLACK SWAN, which was formally known as RAFOLY. BLACK SWAN accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 modern staterooms, which feature great design features and furnishings. Her outdoor spaces are of the highest order, with a 6 person Jacuzzi on the flybridge, as well as outdoor bar and al fresco dining areas. She has an extensive list of water toys, including wake boards, seabobs and donuts. If you prefer to take things a little slower, make the most of the on board snorkeling and fishing gear, or simply swim in the crystal clear waters. If you fancy trying a new holiday destination, the area around Sicily will not disappoint and will leave you with unforgettable memories!

destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

Posted on March 1, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

WHY NOT I : A Turkish Gulet in Ibiza!

Jerry Mulligan survived as an American in Paris, and WHY NOT I is doing even better as a Turkish gulet in Ibiza! Accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 en suite cabins, she is available to charter from 10,850 € per week, a great way to see Ibiza in a different light!

WHY NOT I, a Ketch 24, is a fabulous motor sailer – a combination of both contemporary and classical. Built to the highest standards this ensures that she is stable and a delight to cruise when at sea. With a beam of over 20 feet, this gives you an idea of how spacious she is, with plenty of room for all guests on board.
Whether you choose to cruise under sail or motor, you can relax on deck and enjoy all the stunning views that Ibiza has to offer. The deck is sprawling, offering you the chance to sunbather throughout the day, and indulge in some moonlit al fresco dining in the evenings. Her experienced crew will ensure that you are well looked after throughout your charter, and will happily cater to your request. Whether you want to enjoy the amazing Mediterranean cuisine or you have some more specific requirements, the crew will arrange the menu to suit your needs.

Tempted to charter in Ibiza? 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.

Posted on March 1, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Three Reasons to Charter a Luxury Yacht in Belize and Central America!

Central America is very much a mystery to the majority of us and somewhere that we don’t know a lot about. Home to hundreds of different ecosystems, traditions, customs and cultures, Central America really is a fascinating place to visit. Where else can you spend the morning swimming, snorkeling and diving in the Western hemisphere’s largest coral reef, whilst only being a few hours away from exploring and zip lining through the countries mountains and jungles. There are countless reasons to come to Belize and Central America on a luxury sailing holiday. Please find three below:

1) The Location and Climate:

Belize and Central America are much easier to get to than you may have originally thought. American Airlines fly direct to Belize City from a number of US Airports and have excellent rates and last minute deals. Even from Europe, all you have to do is to fly into Miami and join a connecting flight, which takes less than 2 hours. If you were thinking of heading to the Caribbean, you would probably have to do the same. The climate in Belize can be described as sub-tropical, however the strong Caribbean winds negate the high humidity levels. The annual average temperature is around 80 Fahrenheit or 26 Celsius.

2) The Culture and Traditions:

Belize is a melting pot of Spanish, Caribbean and English cultures and traditions. While the official language is English, Spanish and Criollo are spoken widely. The towns have a Caribbean feel to them and the way of life is often slow and relaxing, making it an ideal destination to come on vacation. There are numerous Mayan ruins all over the country and

these should definitely not be missed! If you are a wildlife fan or a bit of an adrenalin junkee, you have to check out the countries mountains, forests and jungles. Central America is well known for having a very large variety of wildlife considering its size, including 145 species of mammals, 139 species of reptiles and over 500 species of rare and beautiful birds.

3) The Beaches, Islands and Cayes:

The Islands and Cayes off Belize are nothing short of stunning and are waiting to be explored. Set sail and find your own secluded spot on a private beach. Belize offers some of the best sailing in the world, graced with the constant Caribbean trade winds at around 13 knots. The Beaches have soft white sand and the waters are amazingly clear, perfect for swimming, snorkeling and diving.

Having been to Belize, we cannot recommend chartering a luxury catamaran highly enough. DORIS would be our recommendation from Belize City and heading east towards Caye Caulker and then south past Tobacco Caye towards Placencia and beyond! She has 3 cabins, accommodating up to 6 guests, perfect for families. Her open plan layout makes her an obvious choice for entertaining and her crew are second to none! We look forward to your enquiries and please ask any questions you may have.

At Boatbookings, 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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