Rolex Watches U.S.A Extends Support for US Sailing

On the 26th November 2012, in Portsmouth, Rhode Island (a great place to charter a yacht!), US Sailing and Rolex Watch USA announced that the prestigious brand of watches would maintain it’s support of the sailing’s national governing body. At the same time as maintaining it’s position of being the US Sailing’s official timepiece and title sponsor of the US Sailing’s Rolex Yachtspeople of the Year Awards, on Monday, Rolex explained it would increase support by becoming a patron of US Sailing’s Afterguard and Medalist programs.

The Afterguard is US Sailing’s highest level donor program, with a mission of leadership, integrity and advancement for the sport of sailing in the United States.  Afterguard donations fund restricted projects of mutual interest between donor and the organization as well as unrestricted gifts to support operations.  The Medalist Program supports the Olympic Sailing Program whose mission is providing a path to Olympic and Paralympic pre-eminence for the sailors of the United States.

Rolex has long viewed US Sailing’s role as critical to the development of the sport in the U.S.A., and this new era in the relationship not only builds on the partnership that the two organizations have forged over three decades, but also continues the encouragement and promotion of excellence while highlighting the rich traditions of sport.

“We are honored that Rolex is our longest standing partner, supporting US Sailing for over 30 years,” said US Sailing Executive Director Jack Gierhart.  “Our friends at Rolex have been, and continue to be, instrumental in the development of sailing in the U.S.  While times change and strategies evolve, Rolex’s commitment to the sport and our organization has only strengthened over time.  We are grateful for that as we work to promote excellence, integrity, and opportunity in sailing.”

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Luxury Yacht Charter in Singapore

Singapore is an island country with a population of around 5 million. Its port is one of the five busiest in the world, given trade is very important in the country’s economy. However, the boats are not just for trading goods – why not hire a yacht in Singapore? It may be the world’s fourth leading financial centre, but you can do more than just business in Singapore.

Staying in Singapore: Raffles is one of the top hotels in Singapore; named after the founder of modern Singapore, Raffles is a timeless symbol of colonial opulence. Complete with spa, gymnasium and outdoor swimming pool the hotel also has its own shopping arcade and museum. Raffles is also where the cocktail, the Singapore Sling, was created in the hotel’s Long Bar. Offering a range of suites to stay in, restored to the grand style of its heyday in 1915, Raffles offers a luxury accommodation to visitors in Singapore.

Shopping in Singapore: The city’s most exciting retail hub, Orchard Road, has many upmarket shopping malls, such as ION Orchard and Paragon. These malls boast high-end fashion brands including the likes  of Gucci and Louis Vuitton. With such a wide range of shops available in the premier shopping district, Orchard Road will surely be an unforgettable shopping experience.

Eating in Singapore: Chatterbox, also on Orchard Road, serves local heritage cuisines which are now famous both locally and worldwide thanks to this restaurant at the Mandarin Orchard. For forty years the award winning Mandarin Chicken Rice has been one of the most sought after Singaporean dishes, yet Chatterbox also serves Western favourites along with many Asian dishes. Given Singapore’s importance in the financial world, it would make a great location for a luxury yacht charter for a corporate event.

Why not charter a luxury catamaran in Singapore, such as the Cumberland 46, which can take up to 23 guests. With three outside areas, there is plenty of space to host an event in style and enjoy views of the city skyline while sailing around the southern islands of Singapore.

If you’re interested in chartering a yacht, please go to boatbookings.com or email us at [email protected] and one of our Charter Specialists would be delighted to help you.

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Brand New Lürssen Super Yacht Project ‘GLOBAL’

Luxury yacht manufacturer Lürssen has had an extremely busy and successful 2012, launching five super yachts over 85m. They are a brand that maintains a 135-year tradition of impeccable craftsmanship and unparalleled performance to ensure the ultimate charter experience. The latest of these is GLOBAL,  a 93m super yacht which will encompass the same aura of sophistication and elegance as the previous four models to be released. (NIKI, QUATTROELLE, ACE and TOPAZ)

She is one amongst 13 other projects underway by Lürssen, making it a very exciting time for the luxury yacht manufacturer. As you can see from the latest images, she is quite a way from being complete, yet it is easy to imagine her grandeur and opulence.

We recently featured QUATTROELLE,the smaller version of GLOBAL This stunning 6 deck super yacht is a great example of the engineering and styling that we are likely to see with GLOBAL. One of our favourite Lürssen super yachts that is available to charter this winter is CAPRI in the Indian Ocean. She combines the very best accommodation for 12 guests, water toys and outdoor areas for your charter in the Maldives or the Seychelles.

Watch this space for the latest news releases, yachting trends and gossip. For more information on how to charter a yacht, please enquire via the link above to our website. We look forward to helping you organise an experience of a lifetime.

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Brand New 2012 Luxury Sunreef 60 Crewed Power Cat!

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Sunreef are a renowned luxury Catamaran designer and manufacturer whose products provide precision, elegance and style. It is no surprise that there latest version of the 60 foot Power Cat builds upon this legacy to create one of the most exciting and talked about yachts on the market. Combining all of the advantages of a catamaran and a motor yacht, this power cat allows charterers to match both speed and fuel efficiency with cruising range and space.

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The customization options for your Sunreef 60 Crewed Power Cat are endless. Most will feature a 5 double cabin configurations, all with en-suite and storage facilities. Her interior spaces are modern yet comfortable and will feature open plan living area, which are perfect for entertaining your closest friends and family. Her design is minimalistic and modern, with the use of  dark wood with cream and white upholstery and stainless steel detailing.  The biggest advantage to this Sunreef luxury power cat is her large sundeck, which is the perfect place to make the most of the weather and gorgeous views of the Caribbean and Western Mediterranean.

One of our favourite crewed Power Cats that is available for charter is DAMRAK II. This 70 foot version of the Sunreef Power Cat features some of the same style features as the new 60 listed above, as well as a Jacuzzi and an extensive list of water toys to make sure that the whole family is entertained. If you would like to find out more information on how you can charter this incredible Power Cat, please do so via the link above or send an email to [email protected]. We would be delighted to help you organise the experience of a lifetime.

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AGUILA – Luxury Sunseeker Yacht Charter in Cancún, Mexico

One of our favorite yacht charters available in Cancún, Mexico, is AGUILA, a stunning Sunseeker Predator 73 with accommodation for 10 guests in 5 cabins. AGUILA is ideal for crewed charters in the Gulf of Mexico and the Yucatán Peninsula.

For more information about chartering in Mexico, please have a look at our blog on chartering a yacht in Cancún or our Mexico Yacht Charter Overview. Alternatively, send an email to [email protected] with any other enquiries.

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