Enjoy a Luxury Day Charter Around Ibiza!

Ibiza is without a doubt one of the best known holiday destinations! But there’s more to Ibiza than just the nightclubbing – the island offers plenty of natural beauty and culture, along with over 50 fantastic beaches! So, if you’re planning to visit Ibiza this year, why not spend a day of your vacation out at sea? Here is the itinerary for a typical day charter from Ibiza.

Starting in Ibiza town, either Marina Ibiza, Ibiza Magna or Marina Botafoch, you can cruise along the beautiful coastline of the island, enjoying stunning landscapes, clear turquoise waters and small caves along the coast to explore. You will see the silhouette of the castle of the old town, Dalt Vila as you start your charter for the day, before heading past the famous beaches of Ibiza, Playa d’en Bossa, Es Cavallet and las Salinas. Stop off at Playa de ses Illetes in Formentera, where you can swim, sunbathe or just wander around to your heart’s content!

Pay a visit to the natural harbour of La Savina, Formentera Port, one of the main gateways to the island, before settling down to enjoy some lunch. We would highly recommend Juan Y Andrea, Tanga or Molí de Salt for a choice of restaurants, where you can enjoy amazing meat or fish dishes, including the paella which Spain is so famous for. You can relax and eat on the sandy beaches, and indulge in a short siesta after lunch; when in Spain do as the Spaniards do!

If you’re really looking to indulge, try out the natural mud baths in Spalmador, which you will find at the far end of s’Alga beach; this 40,000 sq metre wide salt plain, with liquid mud right in the centre – a perfect substitute for a spa! Towards the end of your charter, head to Salinas – here you can dance to music from the very best international DJs, and enjoy a drink or two with your friends. To finish the day off, visit Es Vedra, to watch the sun go down over the sea, before returning to port.

So, if you are interested in exploring Ibiza by yacht, one of our favourites is JAX OF IBIZA, a Sunseeker Predator 92 Sport. This sleek build from Sunseeker features a flybridge, offering even more space for you to sit back in the sun. With a walnut finish and cream furnishings, the interior oozes elegance, you may struggle to decide whether you want to spend time inside or out! Accommodating up to
8 guests in 4 cabins, JAX OF IBIZA is available to charter from €6,800 per day.

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.

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

Discovering the Beauty of Sardinia on your Luxury Yacht Charter! – Part 2 – La Maddalena

La Maddalena Archipelago is one of the most spectacular highlights of Sardinia. Consisting of 62 islands and islets with 180 km of coast and covering a surface area of 5,134 hectares it provides a plethora of inlets and coves to explore on your charter. Every single island is enclosed in a cocoon of national marine conservation extending 300 – 500 meters into the ocean and makes up the national park of the archipelago, La Maddalena. This insures that La Maddalena is one of the most unique places in the Mediterranean and will continue to be so.

Why not stop off at the island, La Maddalena, the only one inhabited in this Archipelago, and dine on its fantastic Mediterranean cuisine at Locanda del Mirto? Then you could sail across to the island of Caprera where Giuseppe Garibaldi spent the last years of his life and visit his house and tomb. The lack of people you will see on your trip around this Island chain only serves to make the charter all the more special.

Budelli Island is also a must see on your charter and is just one of many examples of this areas natural beauty! The striking cliffs on Razzoli Island that supposedly resemble Henry Moore’s sculptures and La Spiaggia Rosa, more commonly known as the Pink Beach both epitomize La Maddalena National Park.

If you are interested in chartering in Sardinia why not charter CARLA – a Lagoon 400, accommodating up to 11 guests in 4 cabins, its low draft and large amounts of space make this Catamaran a perfect platform for visiting those secluded coves and sandy bays. Interested in chartering in Sardinia? Why not check out this Yacht Charter Guide to Sardinia?

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 14, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

The Ultimate Water Toy – A Water Powered Jet Pack that Allows You to Fly!

Have you ever dreamed that you could fly ? Well now you can with this new water powered jet pack. Your flight begins as a 200-HorsePower marine engine pumps water up a 33-foot hose at over 1,000 gallons-per-minute, generating over 420 pounds of thrust.When the water reaches the ultra-light backpack, it’s directed through two nozzles at up to 60 pounds-per-square-inch and you’re airborne!

Aiming the nozzles creates smooth, stable turns. And the motorcycle-style throttle lets you climb, dive and hover up to 30 feet above the surface. The safety harness and trapeze keep you in optimal flying position, while the fuel-efficient motor gives you hours of flight on a single tank of high-octane gasoline.

This water toy includes a jet pack made out of carbon fiber and is attached to a small boat (3 meters long) that sucks the water in, sends it through a big hose that brings the water up to the jet pack.

Given the “arms race” we see on super yachts competing for the coolest water toys, many will start adding the jet pack for the upcoming charter season!

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

Take a Day Trip on the French Riviera to Hotel du Cap Eden Roc, Cap d’Antibes

With so many people flocking to the French Riviera every summer, whether they choose Cannes, St Tropez, Nice or Monaco, it’s always nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of the towns and enjoy a bit of time to yourself. The best way to escape the busy beaches and jam-packed streets is to take to the sea! A day charter from Cannes gives you the chance to enjoy the French Riviera from a different perspective, you can cruise along the coast and enjoy the summer sun.

Starting in Cannes, you can explore the Iles des Lérins, the forested islands just off Cannes, which are a perfect spot for a dip in the Mediterranean sea. Moving on from here, why not head to Cap d’Antibes for a fantastic lunch. One restaurant that comes highly recommended in Cap d’Antibes is Keller Plage, and another popular choice is the Hotel du Cap Eden Roc. The hotel offers both the Eden-Roc Restaurant and the Eden-Roc Grill & Lounge Bar. From here, you can enjoy stunning views across the Mediterranean, overlooking the Iles de Lérins, while sipping a cocktail or enjoying a range of Mediterranean style fine dining or some light tapas dishes.

A perfect yacht for exploring the islands and heading over to Cap d’Antibes is the Sessa C 48. Not only is she a gorgeous yacht to
look at, she is also a fabulous yacht to be on board! Built in 2012, she is a combines modern and stylish design with comfort and practicality. The interior is beautifully furnished, with a light and neutral design. On deck there is space for al fresco dining or sharing some drinks, and the swim platform and sunbeds provide plenty of space to top up your tan! Available to charter from 2,500 € per day, you will have a fantastic day out on this Sessa.

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 14, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

An Alternative Day Charter Yacht on the French Riviera

Many people associate the French Riviera with luxury motor yachts and super yachts, often forgetting that the West Mediterranean is home to some of the best sailing yachts and catamarans on the charter market. With the majority of monohulls and catamarans having a minimum charter duration of a week, what do you do if you are in town for a few days or only want a day charter?

At Boatbookings, we have developed great partnerships with a few suppliers to make day charters possible. Whether you want a luxury monohull from Antibes and Cannes, or a catamaran from Menton, it is now possible to experience the joy of a days sailing!

TATOUNE is one of our favourite options for a catamaran charter from Menton and Monaco. This luxurious Lagoon 400, skippered by the very experienced Wilfred, accommodates up to 8 guests. A typical day on TATOUNE would include a trip down the coast past the beautiful Villefranche to Cannes with a luxury pic-nic between the Iles des Lerins. A slow cruise back to Menton with regular swimming stops around St Jean Cap Ferrat will ensure a very memorable day out. If you think that you would like to book a weeks catamaran charter but have never done so before, this opportunity is priceless for giving you a feel for chartering.

MOJITO is a very good alternative for a luxury monohull charter. This crewed monohull does both day and weekly yacht charters, providing guests with great flexibility. She has a wonderful crew, who will do everything in their power to ensure a successful day at sea. There is nothing better than cruising slowly down the Riviera with stops at Esterel and Saint-Raphael.

Posted on February 13, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓