Maintenance of your Luxury Super Yacht, Part II

November is a key month in the yachting calendar, as luxury charter yachts are taken out of the water for maintenance and refurbishment after their busy summer schedule in time for the Winter Caribbean season. We have already seen MI SUENO’s recent maintenance work at the ground breaking Rybovich centre and ECLIPSE has followed suit after her recent maintenance work at the Fincantieri shipyard. ECLIPSE, a 162.5m motor yacht is the world’s largest super yacht and took 70 workers and four weeks to complete at the Trieste San Marco shipyard.

Fincantieri are continuing with the construction of a second super yacht at its Muggiano facility, following the release of the 134m SERENE and the 140m VICTORY in 2011. Three concept projects are in the process of being released by Fincantieri, including the 88m VIRAGE88. the 145m FORTISSIMO which features a gas turbine by Ken Freivoch and the 142m ARMONIA, styled by Andrea Vallicelli.

O’MEGA is one of our favourite luxury crewed super yachts that is available for charter in the Mediterranean and is the ideal choice for exploring the natural beauty of the French and Italian Rivieras. She accommodates up to 30 guests in 15 cabins, allowing you to take all of your closest family and friends, as well as having great space to entertain them.

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Watch this space for the latest industry reviews, destination information and yachting gadgets. If you would like help to organise your next luxury yacht, monohull or catamaran charter, please contact us on [email protected], where one of our senior brokers would be delighted to assist you.

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Luxury Yacht Charter in the Spanish Virgin Islands

Found just west of the US Virgin Islands, Vieques and Culebra (collectively know as the Spanish Virgin Islands) are geographically part of Puerto Rico. Separated from the hustle-bustle and commercialism of the Puerto Rico mainland by a 90-minute boat ride, the islands offer stunning natural vistas that are so far completely unspoiled by commercialism.

Vieques:

Between 1941 and 2003 the majority of the island of Vieques was closed off by the US Navy, who used the area as a training range. As a result, Vieques remained almost entirely undeveloped for tourism and it is this lack of development that is now considered to be a key attraction. Even during peak season you will be lucky to spot another group of tourists on the beach within 50 yards.

Following the withdrawal of the US Navy, Vieques was classified as a “Fish and Wildlife refuge”. It is now promoted as an ecotourism destination that offers unspoiled beaches famous for their wild horses, which roam freely around several areas of the island.

Vieques is home to one of the most spectacular natural phenomena found in the Caribbean. The bioluminescent bay in Puerto Mosquito has officially been declared the brightest in the world. The luminescence is caused by billions of tiny micro-organisms which give a neon-blue glow whenever the water is disturbed.

Snorkeling on the island is excellent, especially at Blue Beach (Bahía de la Chiva) and Sun Bay, while for the evenings Vieques offers some of the finest food in Puerto Rico, including the famous carne guisada puertorriqueña (Puerto Rican beef stew).

Culebra:

The smaller of the two main Spanish Virgin Islands, Culebra is a great destination for nature lovers. With shallow waters and magnificent reefs full of tropical fish, Culebra’s quiet bays are perfect for snorkeling and scuba diving. The island is well-known for its beautiful countryside and offers plenty of opportunities for hiking, bicycling and horseback riding.

One of the most popular places for both locals and tourists to eat on the island is the Dinghy Dock bar. Dinghy Dock offers an unlimited salad bar and specializes in locally caught fresh fish such as swordfish and snapper.

It is impossible to leave Culebra without a visit to Flamenco Beach, which is home to many different species of Caribbean Sea fish including parrotfish and blue tang. Flamenco Beach is a very popular surfing destination due the waves created when the surf breaks on the reef a quarter mile out to sea.

One of our favorite yachts available for charter in Puerto Rico is the Lagoon 45 Crewed Catamaran MISS KITTY, with accommodation for up to 4 guests in 2 queen cabins. MISS KITTY offers a wide variety of watersports and toys and is perfect for a romantic vacation or time spent with close family.

For more information on chartering a yacht in Puerto Rico please have a look at our recent blog post on Luxury Yacht Charteres in Puerto Rico or our Puerto Rico Yacht Charter Guide. Alternatively, you can send an enquiry email to [email protected].

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Top 10 Caribbean Crewed Catamaran Charter Yacht, TIGER LILY

There is no better way to experience the Caribbean than on a crewed catamaran charter and one of our favourites is TIGER LILY, a 66ft Gunboat. She was voted as the third best crewed catamaran at the BVI Yacht Show by our Senior Broker for Greece and the Caribbean, Lambros Tsolakis. Check out the video below and you will see why she is one of our favourites and why you should charter her in the BVI this winter.

Watch this space for up to date information on yachts available for your next vacation, including offers, destination itineraries and yachting news. To enquire about a yacht, please send an email to [email protected] or through the yacht page. We look forward to helping you organise an experience of a lifetime.

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Princess Luxury Yacht Charter for the French Riviera 2013!

Have you never chartered before or are a frequent charterer? Chartering a luxury yacht has never been so simple and there is a boat out there for every budget. Check out one of our most exciting prospects for Summer 2013 on the French Riviera. CALYPSO is a luxurious Princess 60 motor yacht with a Flybridge. She is a very sociable yacht and would be the ideal choice for entertaining friends and family.

To find out more information on how to charter CALYPSO, take a look at her on our website or send an email to [email protected]. Watch this space for the latest press releases, destination information and yachting gadgets.

 

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Luxury Yacht Charter in Puerto Rico

With beautiful white sandy beaches, fantastic sporting opportunities and many family-friendly resorts, Puerto Rico is an extremely popular destination for luxury sailing charters. The fact that visitors from the United States do not need a passport to enter Puerto Rico attracts a large number of tourists from the US mainland each year.

With a population of nearly 400,000, the capital city of San Juan is one of the busiest cities in the Caribbean. Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport connects the island with major US cities such as New York, Miami, Philidelphia and Boston. The airport is also connected to several key cities in Europe (London, Madrid and Frankfurt) and most of the top destinations in the Virgin Islands. It is estimated that over 4 million passengers use the airport each year. The Port of San Juan is the fourth busiest seaport in the Western Hemisphere, with piers for up to 4 cruise ships located along the San Antonio Canal. However, the cities of Humacao and Farjado are equally popular with private yacht charterers looking for rest and relaxation.

Humacao, found on the eastern coast of the island, is home to Palmas de Mar – a megaresort that covers an area of more than 3,000 acres (12 km2). The resort contains over 20 tennis courts, two world-class golf courses, a health club and spa, a casino, many fantastic restaurants, a world class riding centre and, of course, miles of stunning beaches. The nearby Punta Santiago beach is the perfect place to relax and offers a stunning view of Coyo Santiago (Monkey Island).

Many of restaurants found in Humacao serve typical Puerto Rican cuisine. These foods are the result of a blend of Spanish, African and American influences. Puerto Ricans pride themselves on their use of local fruits, herbs and spices such as coriander, papaya, cacao, plantains, and yampee. Chicken, fresh fish and shellfish are all extremely popular dishes.

The nearby city of Fajardo is the main hub of recreational boating in Puerto Rico and a popular point from which to travel to the Spanish Virgin Islands of Vieques and Culebra. Found just west of the US Virgin Islands, Vieques and Culebra are geographically part of Puerto Rico.

Luquillo Beach has coral reefs that protect the waters from the often rough Atlantic currents, making it a good place for young children to swim and ideal for snorkeling. Luquillo also has tent sites and picnic areas with changing rooms, lockers and showers. Fajardo is also home to one of the only Bioluminescent Lagoons in the world. The luminescence is caused by microorganisms which glow whenever the water is disturbed, leaving a mesmerising trail of neon blue.

One of our favorite yachts available for charter in Puerto Rico is the Lagoon 45 Crewed Catamaran MISS KITTY. With accommodation for up to 4 guests in 2 queen cabins, MISS KITTY is perfect for a romantic vacation and spending time with close family. She is an ideal charter for families with children, as there are endless water toys and board games to keep them entertained.

For more information on chartering a yacht in Puerto Rico please have a look at our Puerto Rico Yacht Charter Guide or or send an enquiry email to [email protected]. Keep your eyes open for an article on the Spanish Virgin Islands.

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