A Seven Day Luxury Yacht Charter Adventure around the Spanish Virgin Islands

A vacation is one of the only times per year when you can completely shut down and try to forget about everything else. It is a proven fact that those who have regular vacations are much more productive and happy at work, as they are re-energized and motivated on their return. We have

recently been to the Spanish Virgin Islands, one of the best kept secrets of the Caribbean and designed this sample 7 day itinerary, which you may be interested in for your next vacation. We would highly recommend the 2013 Lagoon 450 luxury catamaran for this trip, as it provides both great space, style and comfort, as well as a fantastic sailing experience.

Sample 7 Day Itinerary:

Day One: Arrive at Marina Puerto Del Rey from San Juan International or a local hotel. Meet at 9:30 a.m in order to board the vessel by 10:00 a.m. You will then sail approximately 4 nautical miles northeast to the spectacular island of Isla Palomino.

Day Two: Head off due east towards the islands of Culebra and Cayo Luis Peña. The sail is about 13 nautical miles and you will be able to find great snorkeling spots and moorings on the southwest side of the island. A popular beach option whilst on Culebra is Playa Flamenco, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

Day Three: On Day three, you can sail eastwards to Bahia Tortuga on Culebrita Island, which is acclaimed to be one of the top ten beaches in the Caribbean.

Day Four: After spending the night overlooking Culebrita, take a nice downwind sail down the southern channel to Ensenada Honda, which is Culebra\’s main harbour, where you can explore the island and enjoy all that it has to offer.

Day Five: On Day Five, you will set sail southbound towards the beautiful island of Vieques. After you round the eastern tip, you will sail along downwind to Bahia de la Chiva.

Day Six: Cast the mooring line loose and sail leisurely down the undeveloped south coast of Vieques to Sun Bay. Witness the beauty of the natural coastline, which possesses fantastic snorkeling spots, as well as some of the best beaches on the island. Head a little further down the coast from Puerto Real and have a few Piña Colada’s, the famous drink of Puerto Rico in one of the bars in Esperanza.

Day Seven: You can opt to sail back up the east coast of Puerto Rico to Cayo Icacos, just east of the northeastern tip of Puerto Rico. Once back at base, you will do a quick refueling and de-briefing. Then why not explore the rest of the island, with popular stops at Ponce, as well as the western coast before your flight home from San Juan. Alternatively, Old San Juan is one of the oldest Spanish settlements in the discovery of the Americas, making it a fantastic place to explore.

See our yachts in the Spanish Virgin islands here.

Are you interested in exploring this part of the Caribbean? 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.Watch this space for the latest industry show releases, news and gossip in the yachting world. If you liked the content on this page and our previous posts, please become a fan and like our Facebook page to receive up to date information on our publications.
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An insight into the Helsinki International Boat Show

Today marks the start of this years 10 day Helsinki International Boat Show, which is Finland’s most popular boating fair and the largest in all of the Nordic countries. The show will take place at the Helsinki Exhibition & Convention Centre, with this year’s special focus on sailing, as well as other activities related to yachting and outdoor life. The British luxury yachting manufacturer Sunseeker, renowned for offering great build quality and style, will be showcasing their new and exciting Portofino 40, as well as the Predator 53 and 68. If you did not get a chance to look at these at the London Boat Show, you should definitely take a look here to see the next generation of some of the most popular luxury motor yachts on the charter market.

Boatbookings View from the London Boat Show 2013: “Compared to the previous model, the 68 has improved on every level. The entertaining spaces are second to none, in particular an incredible aft deck, featuring some of the best sunbathing spaces that we’ve seen. Accommodation is provided in 3 cabins, including a master and a double VIP, which are designed in typical Sunseeker style. Sophistication and luxury are two words that go hand in hand with this yacht.”

If you like the look of this model, why not charter something similar. Whether you want to charter in the Mediterranean or the Americas, we have a great range of yachts for you. You should really look at AGUILA, a luxury Sunseeker Predator 73 which is available for charter from Cancun, Mexico. She is available for both day charters and multiple day charters, providing guests with not only luxury, comfort and style, but great flexibility! Check out one of the up and coming yachting areas, home to crystal clear waters, endless days of sunshine and a fascinating culture.

Have you never chartered before? 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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CARTE BLANCHE III – A Perfect Choice For Your Luxury Charter on the French Riviera!

The French Riviera is always a popular place for cruising in a luxury yacht. Whether you want a day trip to St Tropez or Monaco, or want to take a week to explore your surroundings, CARTE BLANCHE III, a stunning Princess 72, is highly recommended for charter. Based in Beaulieu-sur-Mer, CARTE BLANCHE III is available to charter from 33,000 € per week or 6,000 € per day.

CARTE BLANCHE III is a new build from 2012, ready in time for the 2013 summer season. Accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, or up to 12 guests cruising, this stunning new build has plenty of space for you and your friends. With a modern interior design, she is bright and airy, with sofas and space for formal dining. There is plenty of deck space, with a sunbed at the front for catching some rays, and the flybridge with sliding sun roof and aft deck both offer opportunities for some al fresco dining and relaxing with your friends.

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.

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Charter a Luxury Motor Yacht in the Seychelles – Part 2

The Seychelles is a world leader in sustainable tourism, its granitic islands are home to about 75 endemic plant species and more than 1,000 species of fish have been recorded. It is this kind of relationship with the environment that makes it one of the beautiful destinations to charter a yacht. In Part 1 of Chartering in the Seychelles we explored some of the 43 Inner Islands, however there are plenty more to be explored.

If you decide to charter out of Praslin, why not head North to Aride, a small island with plenty of gorgeous beaches to be explored. If you need any suggestions with regard to sample itineraries, please ask a broker when enquiring!

For more information on chartering in the Seychelles Click Here!

Why not choose a Ferretti 761 for your adventure to the outer islands! Accommodating 8 guests in 4 cabins, all of which are spacious, with private en-suite bathrooms, air-conditioning and entertainment systems, she combines a sleek and powerful boat in which to relax, with the perfect platform from which to both appreciate the incredible nature around you and enjoy the range of great toys on board. She boasts a state of the art game fish rigging and equipment, a donut, wake boards, and snorkeling and scuba gear to entertain the guests as well as many places to relax and eat while appreciating the exquisite views and sunsets.

who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

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Charter a Luxury Catamaran in the Seychelles – Part 1

The Seychelles are a veritable jewel in the Indian Ocean sitting 1,500 kilometers East of mainland Africa and consisting of an archipelago of 115 islands. They are one of the most spectacular destinations in the world to charter

a yacht and count nearly 50% of its land as under natural conservation containing a plethora of secluded beaches, coves, coral reefs and places to visit.

After arriving at Mahé you might first want to explore the 43 inner islands that cluster mainly around the principal islands of Mahé, Praslin and La Digue. Mahé itself being a prefect place to find your feet and begin your adventure with 44 miles of safe anchorages and over 64 beaches to explore.

You can be sure to have a prefect charter on the Lagoon 450 that accommodates up to 10 guests in 6 cabins. It’s low draft and layout mean guests are afforded easy access to those spectacular lagoons and great views from it’s wide and spacious sundeck. It is a perfect stable platform from which to explore and here at Boatbookings it is one of our favorites.

From Mahé you can head where ever the wind takes you, be it to Praslin and the fabulous Vallée de Mai, one of Seychelles’s two UNESCO World Heritage Sites and Anse Lazio and Anse Georgette that have both featured on the top-10 list of world’s best beaches. Or perhaps to La Digue and the famous Anse Source d’Argent and then the numerous surrounding islands, including Félicité, Marianne and Grand Soeur, all within easy reach and all offering safe anchorages.

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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