It’s nearly that time of year again, the regatta season is coming to a close and the Voiles St Tropez gives sailors the perfect opportunity to wage and pit their saili
ng prowess once more. This year the regatta runs from the 29th September to the 4th October and is one of the only regattas where sailing enthusiasts can see several racing classes in the same race zone. The week long event set in the fabulous St Tropez draws crowds from all over to see Traditional, Modern, “Esprit de Tradition” (modernized traditional yachts), Wally and 12 Meter America’s Cup Yachts as well as La Grande Classe Trophy, an invitation only event for the most distinguished classic yachts.
You can charter a wide variety of yachts for the regatta whether to participate or just follow the action on a sail or motor yacht. Click here for our list of charter yachts in St Tropez. There are many other regatta events also available to participate in around the world, go on, experience the thrill of sailing for yourself!!
Thailand charter areas unaffected by political issues in Bangkok
Despite the political issues in Bangkok, we're happy to report that the yacht charter areas of Thailand, including Phuket, are almost completely unaffected. It's business as usual there – the sun is shining and the beaches are beckoning!
Chartering a yacht in Phuket remains one of the most idyllic holidays available!
London looks to its waterways in preparation for the Olympics 2012!
The canals and waterways of River Thames Gateway have long been important for both businesses and the enviro
nment of the local area, and now thanks to a kick start from the Olympics 2012, they are undergoing major developments to assist in both transfer of materials for building the Olympic Park, as well as looking to the future and developing the area for pleasure boating and transfers of materials! The renovations are all part of looking at a greener way to transport the 1.75 million tonnes of construction materials required for the Olympic Park as well as looking out for climate change and providing a new and more sustainable network of canals and rivers for future endeavours. Watch this space for more news on these developments and for all you need to know on chartering a yacht at the London 2012 Olympics!
Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show 2008
The Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show 2008 is fast approaching and preparations are already underway. The chance to showcase and exhibit to a global audience has this year attracted more than 630 of the finest yachts in the world, along with boatbuilders, service providers, equipment manufacturers and interior designers to name a few of th
e other exhibits avaliable. This event offers the chance to not only see the yachts but experience them on the open sea, an opportunity not to be missed.
The show this year runs from 10th-15th September.
Cannes is also host to many other international events such as the Film Festival, MIPM and the International Fireworks Competition. These events can be turned into an even more extravagant experience by staying on a yacht and visiting the famously beautiful French Riviera. So why not look into chartering a yacht for next year's events? It's the only way to be seen on the Cote d'Azur!
The Latest in Green Chartering: Introducing the Carbon Offset Calculator!
It is no secret that motor exhausts from boats emit Carbon Dioxide, a recognised contributor to Global Warming, so how can we all do our bit for the environment, whilst still enjoying the thrill of yacht chartering?
Fortunately there are ways to offset your emissions by purchasing carbon credits, these facilitate projects dedicated to reducing carbon released into the atmosphere, such as planting trees, funding renewable energy and improving energy efficiency. By chartering with Boatbookings.com, the carbon credits you buy with us are given to Climate Care, a pioneering UK based company who researches, funds and measures these projects.
Use our Carbon Offset Calculator to see how much it would cost you to offset your fuel use.
As the amount of CO2 emitted is directly proportional to the amount of fuel used, you could also go easy on the accelerator and of course, the best way to reduce your carbon emissions is to charter a sailing boat where you will be able to fully enjoy the thrill of sailing by using the wind!