Do you fancy an 8 day adventure in the Bahamas on a Luxury Yacht Charter?

Have you ever been to the Bahamas? Located off the eastern coast of Miami and north of Cuba, the Bahamas are made up of over 3000 islands, cays and islets. The Bahamas are stunning to the eye and provide visitors with some of the best beaches available in the whole of the Caribbean. With so many beautiful spots, how do you know where to start? We have drawn up a sample itinerary for a luxurious 8 day charter yacht vacation.

DAY 1: Begin your luxury yacht charter in the world famous Nassau and head towards the peaceful Green Cay. You will have a relaxing day where you can get to know the yacht, before making full use of all of its equipment and water toys. Enjoy your first Bahamian sunset and a gorgeous al freso dinner.

DAY 2: You will depart Green Cay and head towards the Exuma Islands, including stops at the impressive Shroud Cay and Camp Driftwood. Explore the local area and make the most of the white sandy beaches and tranquil waters.

DAY 3: Leave your dock and depart for Hog Cay at Warderick Wells and find yourself a beautiful beach. Take a luxurious picnic and make the most of the diving / snorkeling equipment on board your yacht.

DAY 4: Depart in the morning for Cambridge Cay and the island of Eleuthera. Explore these islands and the other cays before a luxurious seafood banquet.

DAY 5: Enjoy an early breakfast before a relaxing day on Bitter Guana Cay. Today, you will be fortunate enough to see swimming pigs and snorkel in the magnificent Thunderball Cave. Enjoy an evening on land and a lavish dinner at the Staniel Cay Yacht Club.

DAY 6 / 7: After a peaceful day on Bitter Guana Cay, you will have an action-packed day cruising to Stocking Island for swimming, fishing and snorkeling. This is a good place to use the range of water toys on board your yacht, before spending the late afternoon exploring Georgetown. Do whatever you couldn’t fit in on Day 6 the following day.

Day 8: Enjoy your final day on board and enjoy a relaxing day on board before disembarkation in Nassau.

Do you fancy a relaxing, but exciting week exploring the natural beauty of the Bahamas? We have had many successful charters on the brilliant Heesen luxury motor yacht, AT LAST, which can accommodate up to 10 guests in 5 stunning cabins. She has everything you need to

embark on this wonderful itinerary, as well as a can-do crew, who will attend to your every wish to make this a special vacation.

What are you waiting for? Make this vacation a reality and explore one of the most beautiful places on earth! At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to complete novices and will help you at every step of theway 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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Posted on February 25, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

The Dubai International Boat Show 2013.

Even with forecasts for the worlds economy looking increasingly gloomy, the yachting industry is going from strength to strength. With the countdown to the 2013 International boat show in Dubai almost over, excitement is reaching a fever pitch! This year sees the largest number of countries in the history of the show with more than 750 companies and brands and tens of thousands of visitors and buyers expected to attend. There are no fewer than 30 new exhibitors across all sectors and 19 of the world’s most luxurious super yachts will be showcased, representing an impressive 40 per cent increase from last year – no surprise as 60% are owned by residents in the middle east!

H.E. Helal Saeed Almarri, CEO of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Director General of the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing said: “The Dubai International Boat Show has secured its position as the region’s leading leisure marine event. This year’s impressive line-up of global and regional launches and the large increase in international participation, serves as a true barometer of the stability and strength of the regional maritime industry. As the catalyst for the Middle East leisure marine sector, the show stimulates greater demand and encourages foreign trade and investment, highlighting Dubai’s position as a global marine gateway.”

The remnants of the United Arab Emirate’s illustrious seafaring heritage can be seen in the popularity and success of the Dubai International Boat Show. Just some of the

prize names that will be show cased in Dubai include Palmer Johnson, Lürssen, Sanlorenzo, Benetti and Sunseeker.

With many examples of yachts from this roll call of boat building royalty available to charter at Boatbookings, we have much to offer clients all around the world! At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to complete novices and will help you at every step of theway 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 February 25, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Chartering in St Vincent and the Grenadines!

Even just the name of this glorious chain of islands evokes powerful visions of white sandy beaches, clear blue waters and an idyllic island life – and nor does this fall short in reality. St. Vincent and the Grenadines is made up of 32 islands of which only 9 are actually inhabited. They stretch south from Saint Vincent Island to Grenada and provide a magnificent archipelago to explore in your luxury yacht!

Why not choose to charter WHISPER, a 116 Holland Jachtbouw built in 2003 and the distinguished winner of the 2004

ShowBoats Award for Best Sailing Yacht Under 40 Meters. She oozes class and elegance and she even carries scuba gear for four on board and a skipper with master scuba certification for that unforgettable diving experience.

St. Vincent has some of the best diving in the Caribbean, with over 30 official diving sites and the stunning Tobago Cays National Marine Park also located along this island chain, guests could not want for more. The Tobago Cays National Marine Park consists of 5.7 km²of lagoon and roughly 4km of stunning reef. Being in St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the use of jet skis, wave runners and spearfishing is banned, meaning that not just the National Marine Park but the whole of the archipelago is a very special place to visit.

What’s more the prevailing winds and currents in St Vincent and the Grenadines are north to south, especially in the winter months and this makes it a delightful sail southward from St. Vincent.

Interested in chartering? See here for our guide to St Vincent and the Grenadines! 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 February 22, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Visit L’Écrin Plage, Cannes, During Your Luxury Charter Vacation!

Cannes, home to the famous film festival, always proves to be a popular choice for yacht charters. With its sun, sea and sparkle (yes, the tarmac by the Palais des Festivals is in fact sparkly!) it’s obvious why people love it so. If you walk down the Croisette, the stretch between the two ports, on a hot summer’s day, Cannes is alive with people, whether they’re looking for beach restaurants or designer shops.

If you head down to Port Pierre Canto, you will come across L’Écrin, with their beach for relaxing and sipping cocktails, and restaurant for indulging in fine dining. Whether you want to grab a drink at their lounge bar, or try some of the fresh Mediterranean cuisine, stop off at L’Ecrin during your charter and enjoy yourself at one of Cannes’ most popular beach restaurants!

A great boat to get you to L’Écrin is SUR L’ONDE II, an impressive Baia Atlantica 78. Accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, she will take you around the French Riviera at a maximum of 48 knots! And if you get a bit tired of cruising, why not get picked up by helicopter? If you’re not sunbathing at the front of the yacht, you can fly your friends out to visit you at sea.

Are you interested in chartering on the French Riviera? 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 February 22, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

An Insight into Monaco Grand Prix on a Luxury Palmer Johnson Yacht Charter!

After our recent posts on Monaco, we are getting extremely excited for this years Monte Carlo Grand Prix. If you have never been to the event before, get ready for the most prestigious race in the motor sport world. High speeds, tight corners and the lavish setting have made the Monaco Grand Prix one of the most sought after spectacles in the world, which is made even better from a private luxury yacht charter!

BLUE ICE is a real head turner and still has availability for the F1 Monaco Grand Prix 2013. She is sporty, sleek, and elegant Palmer Johnson, accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 luxurious cabins. Whether you want to take your closest friends and family or colleagues and suppliers, everyone will be amazed by this incredible yacht. Her interior combines beautiful furniture with open-plan entertaining spaces, as well as having spacious decks and a magnificent jacuzzi. We recently came across this video footage of some of the best races in the Grand Prix’s history. Make sure you are at this years event, which is bound to excite and create even more memories!

Are you interested in chartering on the French Riviera? At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

Posted on February 22, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓