What Can You Do in Cannes this Summer?

Easter has quickly come and gone, summer is just around the corner! Now is the perfect opportunity to book your boat charter Cannes being at the top of everyone’s list! We love Cannes and everything that it has to offer, so we have put together our top 5 suggestions for your 2015 summer vacation!

1) Berth in the Vieux Port de Cannes

The Vieux Port de Cannes is one of the most picturesque ports on the French Riviera, giving you majestic views over Le Suquet. You are in the heart of the action, so go for a stroll along the Croisette, have dinner and party the night away!

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Posted on April 8, 2015 by Ben Sutton — No Comments ↓

September Days at Bâoli Beach Club

The Cannes beach club scene is as popular and sought after as Pampelonne Beach in St Tropez, with the addition of the Croisette and its world class shops at your beckoned call. Bâoli Beach Club is located in front of the Marriot hotel and just a stones throw away from the more popular Carlton, Martinez and The Majestic hotels. With a miles worth of private beach clubs to choose from, why would you choose Bâoli Beach Club over the very popular Z Plage, Plage 45 or Vegaluna?

A Day at Bâoli Beach Club

Settle into the comfort and refreshing space of your lounger, whether it be on the wide golden beach or on the exclusive Bâoli pontoon. Enjoy an exhilarating morning of swimming, water sports and fresh juices! Everything quietens down for lunch where you can enjoy some of the finest sushi on the French Riviera prepared right in front of your eyes; also on offer is the freshest fish imaginable as well as French classics done with a refreshing Miami twist. After lunch is when the party really gets started – the arrival of the DJ signifies the beginning of the daily Bâoli party where people flock for the atmosphere and delicious cocktails after a long day of shopping on La Croisette. A classic Riviera beach club experience, with a welcome Miami twist of hospitality and service!

There is no better way to arrive in Cannes than by your very own private charter yacht. One of the most sought after yachts in the area is the majestic Mangusta 92 Scratch, based out of Mandelieu La Napoule. With a striking gun-metal grey hull, Twin 16V 2000 MTU engines and spacious bow and aft lounging spaces, it is hard to find a better looking yacht with impressive performance on the French Riviera.

September is the perfect time to charter in the South of France and there are many special offers not to be missed. Contact us for more information on chartering this September, whether it is on the French Riviera, for Ibiza closing parties or last minute getaways to Italy, Croatia or Greece.

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Ben Sutton — No Comments ↓

How To Select The Best Day Charter Yacht in Cannes 2013

Choosing your perfect day charter yacht for this summer in Cannes poses a few potential headaches, due to the sheer amount of yachts that we have available! Hiring a boat in Cannes is not quite as simple as choosing one that you like the look of, with other pertinent factors of crew, itineraries and price being equally as important. This blog seeks to provide clarity and advice to ensure that you charter the very best yacht for your needs.

Step 1: The number of guests vs. the yacht’s capacity

Due to maritime law, the number of guests allowed on board for the majority of yachts is strictly restricted to 12. You should choose a yacht with a slightly higher capacity than your number of guests, to ensure that there is enough room for everyone to socialise and sunbathe comfortably. Please remember that costs per head will sharply rise on our event yachts if you only have 8 guests on a yacht with capacity for 36 passengers. If a yacht says that it has a maximum capacity of 12, please remember that it will be able to accommodate more than this for a party at port.

Step 2: What is your yacht charter budget and what is included in the price?

The charter rate includes full hire of your Cannes day charter yacht and will include the crew or skipper, as appropriate. We have a great selection of yachts that come with a complementary VIP package, which includes a bottle of champagne, soft drinks, a fresh fruit basket and towels. Please ask your broker to see if your yacht come with this package. You are more than welcome to bring your own refreshments or we would be delighted to help you provision. Fuel is either prepaid in part of the Advanced Provisioning Allowance (APA) or paid at the end of the day.

Step 3: What style of yacht can I get for a day charter in Cannes?

99% of yachts available in Cannes for day charters are motor boats. If you want to go to Monaco or St Tropez on your day charter, we would recommend a larger and faster yacht to ensure that you get their speedily and in complete comfort. If you wish to slowly cruise along the French Riviera and visit the beautiful Iles des Lerins, we would recommend a yacht with expansive decks, where you can sit back, relax and soak up the atmosphere of the Côte d’Azur.

Check out our website, www.boatbookings.com, and start searching for your luxury Cannes day charter yacht for this summer. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and all the other aspects that make your charter special.

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Posted on April 29, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Chartering a Luxury Yacht: The Cannes Film Festival 2013

The 2013 Cannes Film Festival may be next month, but there is already a great vibe around the whole of the French Riviera. This year will be no different and Cannes will welcome some of the world’s most successful actors and actresses. Stephen Spielberg is to chair the 2013 jury, and will be accompanied by Nicole Kidman, as well as Oscar director winner, Ang Lee and actor Christoph Waltz. Other names include French actor Auteuil, Japanese director Naomi Kawase and Romanian film maker Christian Mungiu.

Nicole Kidman returns this year after an unsuccessful 2012, where her film The Paperboy was poorly received by critics. This year, the main contenders for the much coveted main film category are Steven Soderbergh’s, Behind the Candelabra and Only God Forgives, starring Ryan Gosling. The quality of the panel reflects the talent on show this year, which will commence with the screening of Baz Luhrman’s adaptation of The Great Gatsby and a ceremony hosted by the famous French actress, Audrey Tatou.

The Cannes Film Festival and chartering a luxury yacht go hand in hand. Whether you need a yacht for corporate entertaining, accommodation or personal pleasure, we would be delighted to help you organise an unforgettable experience. A yacht provides much more flexibility than a hotel room, giving you much more space to entertain and host meetings in a lavish environment. Moreover, you will be in the heart of the action and avoid all the hustle and bustle of La Croisette. We have a special offer on MAYAMA, a superb Couach 3000 crewed motor yacht, accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 cabins. She comes with her own berth next to the festival hall, making her perfect for hosting meetings in a luxurious, quiet and more importantly private environment.

At www.boatbookings.com, we are here to help you plan your perfect luxury yachting holiday. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and all the other aspects that make your charter special.

Posted on April 26, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Experience The Glitz and Glamour of the Cannes Film Festival On Your Luxury Charter

Glitzy, glamorous and extravagant are three words that come to mind when describing the International Film Festival in Cannes. Chartering a luxury yacht during the festival period will be a very memorable experience. Mingle amongst film stars; entertain prospective clients or just soak up the vibrant atmosphere of Cannes at this glorious time of year.

The Cannes Film Festival was founded in 1946 and takes place at the ‘Palais des Festivals,’ a grand conference center situated in the heart of Cannes. This year’s festival will take place between the 15th and the 26th of May. It is a 12 day cinematic extravagance where 25,000 directors, producers, distributors, publicists and film stars come together to celebrate the most prestigious film festival in the world. The Jury and the President of the film industry will award the highly coveted Palme d’Or to the film that best ‘serves the evolution of cinematic art.’ This year the President of the Jury is the award-winning American director, Steven Spielberg.

Cannes’ great blood sport is celebrity spotting. Marvel at the famous film stars and producers making their way up the red carpet at the entrance to the Palais des Festivals. It is known for crowds to build up soon after lunchtime, so stake out a place early! The Palais des Festivals is directly adjacent to the Old Port and provides the perfect opportunity to charter a luxury yacht of your choice. Chartering a yacht so close to the Palais provides on site accommodation, a chance to entertain clients and promote your brand or the possibility for a relaxing cruise along the gorgeous French Riviera.

ALIBI is a magnificent and luxurious super yacht berthed on the French Riviera. She boasts 6 beautifully designed cabins that can accommodate up to 12 guests. ALIBI is extremely spacious and is perfect for corporate events and entertaining prospective clients. Furthermore, there is an on board gymnasium, Jacuzzi and grand sun deck.

At Boatbookings,we organise luxury yacht charters all around the world with our highly qualified team. We leave no stone unturned in matching not just the yacht and the destination to your requirements but also the crew, itineraries and all other subtle aspects that comes together to create a charter of a life time!

Posted on April 24, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓