The America’s Cup 2013

In September 2013, the America’s Cup is returning to America for the first time in 18 years. The America’s Cup, the oldest trophy in international sport, will take place in San Francisco from the 7-21st September 2013. The 34th edition of the AC is hosted in the home town of the defending champions, the Golden Gate Yacht Club, making for an even more exciting race! The AC is returning to America with style; this year includes new boats and new rules (and better media coverage for those who aren’t quite lucky enough to be there for the real thing!).

The AC72 rule for the construction of the catamarans leads to a revolutionary design that can travel at extreme speeds and potential danger, as the new foils can cause the hull to lift out of the water; a risk of capsizing! The new classes of boats will be more powerful and therefore even more demanding to the crews on board. The new AC72s are to be used in both the Louis Vuitton Cup and the America’s Cup; this could mean some very exciting races for anyone who is watching!

The 2013 America’s Cup also prioritises bringing racing to the people. The races are to follow near-shore courses, so those that are watching will be able to get even better views. The television and internet coverage shall also be improved, with new graphics for on board footage and microphones, along with exciting commentary on the coverage. It might be more exciting to watch the races from the comfort of your own home than from the shore!

The Five Competing Teams and Their Clubs:

Oracle Racing representing the Golden Gate Yacht Club
Artemis Racing representing the Kungliga Svenska Segelsällskapet (Royal Swedish Yacht Club)
Emirates Team New Zealand representing the Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron
Luna Rossa Challenge representing Circolo Della Vela Sicilia
Team Korea representing Sail Korea Yacht Club

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.

Posted on December 3, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

The Best Way to enjoy the French Riviera!

Millions of tourists flock to the South of France every year for their summer family vacations. Graced with a beautiful climate, history, cuisine and attractions, the French Riviera has something for everyone, no matter what age! Many examples of film reviews choose to locate themselves between Nice and Cannes, due to the close proximity to the airport. However, St Tropez is the destination of choice for many for a luxurious day out, which causes horrendous traffic jams every year. One way to avoid this is to charter your own yacht for the day from Nice, Antibes or Cannes and you will be in St Tropez in just 90 minutes!

The Riviera from the water is a completely different sight and even more spectacular. You are free to choose your own itinerary and we can help to suggest the best places to stop and swim, to shop and recommend some of the best restaurants in the world. A Cannes Boat Charter should be an essential part of your holiday.

To find out how to organise yours today, take a look at our website and find a yacht you like! Send an email to charter@boatbookings and we would be delighted to help you! 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.

Posted on November 30, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

Charter a Luxury Yacht to Nikki Beach, St Tropez

The French newspaper Figaro once reported St Tropez as the place with the most famous faces per square metre. As a top choice for plenty of celebrities, St Tropez is clearly a popular destination for all. A playground for jet-setters, celebrities and millionaires, St Tropez is a summer hotspot, yet can be busy to find a parking space for your car… so why not hire a luxury yacht to take you round to Nikki Beach?

Nikki Beach is the concept of an ultimate beach club; a combination of music, food, art, fashion and entertainment. The beach club is all about relaxation and extravagance, a brilliant opportunity to let your hair down while on holiday. With fashions shows, performances and parties throughout the summer season, Nikki Beach is a St Tropez summer hotspot!Nikki Beach St Tropez is in a perfect location to stop off on your day charter!

A poolside environment that offers fine dining on Mediterranean cuisine, the beach is a great stop off point on a day out with friends. Stay on until later in the evening when the party scene comes to life, and the cocktails (or champagne!) really start to flow.

So, if you fancy a day charter to St Tropez, how about chartering MISTRAL 55 from Cannes to St Tropez in well under an hour. She is the perfect day charter to get the party started on the way to Nikki Beach; her unique disco system is practically an onboard nightclub. She is a great choice for thrill seekers with a maximum speed of 50 knots. With a spacious deck and plenty of water toys, MISTRAL 55 is also great fun if you want to anchor outside St Tropez for a while before heading to the shore to explore Nikki Beach.

If you would like to receive more information with regards to booking your luxury summer 2013 charter yacht, please enquire through our website, where one of our senior brokers will be happy to help you plan the experience of a lifetime. You can also send your charter enquiries to [email protected] where our broker in your desired region will contact you and send you some suitable proposals.

Posted on November 30, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

Brand new 45m Luxury Super Yacht Release

Ocean Series have just released a brand new 45m motor yacht concept that has been commissioned for a Russian Client. This super yacht is aesthetically stunning and features a stylish European design with a bright blue hull and sleek exterior lines. She was designed with the principle aim of entertaining and therefore features a formal main saloon, a casual lounge and a splendid dining room, perfect for an upmarket dinner party.

Designed for personal use and not for charter, this 45m luxury motor yacht features a large owners suite on the upper deck which leads onto a private decking area. This has been ‘the must’ design feature for 2013 as shown by many super yachts at the 2012 Monaco Yacht Show. The main deck has great outdoor space with large glass doors that open up into the main salon. The library / lounge has large panoramic windows, which maximise light on board. Below deck, you will find four guest staterooms while forward there are accommodation for eight crew and a crew lounge.

The Flybridge of the super yacht has large sun pads, lounging and dining areas, as well as a bar, which is a great space for entertaining friends and family. There is also a hard top to ensure maximum comfort and safety on those hot summer day! The super fuel-efficient, semi-displacement hull ensures superior performance and sea keeping. One of her finest features is her range, making it possible to cross the Atlantic at 12 knots, as well as a higher cruising speed in local areas.

If you’re looking to charter one of the most eye-catching and visually stunning luxury charter yachts, you cannot look further than a Palmer Johnson. BLUE ICE is a 150ft Luxury Super Yacht, available for charter along the French Riviera. This gorgeous yacht has accommodation for 10 guests in 5 cabins, as well as all of the latest water toys to keep the whole family entertained. She has a can-do crew who will do everything in their power to make your charter the best experience possible.

Posted on November 30, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

Brand New 2013 Couach Super Yacht and Cannes Yacht Charter!

Couach Yachts are set to launch one of the most exciting new yachts in their 2013 collection. The Couach 2600 Fly super yacht combines all of the latest design features, with speed and comfort. This beautiful yacht will feature accommodation for up to 8 guests in 4 stunning cabins, including a full beam master cabin, a VIP, a double and a twin cabin, which is perfect for family vacations. All cabins are located below deck to ensure the optimum living and entertainment spaces.

She will also feature two cabins for the crew. She combines Glass, Kevlar and Carbon, which means that the new Couach 2600 Fly yacht can be run either by twin 1,800hp MAN or by twin 1,900hp Caterpillar diesels. She is estimated to achieve a maximum speed of 32 knots and a cruising speed of 22 knots.

Specifications:

Year 2013
Length 26,50 m / 86,94″
Beam 6,30 m / 20,67″
Draft 1,50 m / 4,92″
Displacement 65T
Engine MAN 12V – 2 X 1800 HP
Maximum speed 32 kts
Cruising speed 22 kts
Fuel 12.000 l
Fresh water 2.000 l

One of our favorite crewed Couach motor yachts is MAYAMA, a luxurious yacht with accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 cabins. She would be the perfect yacht for weekly charters from Cannes to Corsica with enough space to bring your closest friends and family, especially with her great cruising speed and fuel efficiency. Her large sundeck is the perfect area to enjoy a late afternoon cocktail and read a good book on your Summer 2013 yacht charter.

Posted on November 30, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓