The Best Super Yacht in New Zealand and the South Pacific!

New Zealand and the South Pacific are two of the most beautiful parts of the world, with striking geographical features, crystal blue waters and bounteous sunshine. It was no surprise when the casting crew of The Lord of the Rings chose New Zealand to film one of the most successful trilogies in history there. Home to some of the worlds best lamb, rugby and white wine, New Zealand is waiting to be explored and will certainly not disappoint.

One of the best ways to experience New Zealand and to travel around the South Pacific is by motor yacht and we would highly recommend VVS1, a 34m Luxury Alloy Yacht. She is often described as the diamond of the South Pacific and has won many awards, including the best motor yacht sub 40m at the World Super Yacht Awards in Venice 2008 and three awards at the World Yacht Trophies 2013. Her interior and general design is second to none and features sleek lines, elegance and the very latest equipment and technology. For example, she features a Tepinyaki bar which would be ideal for holding a fun dinner party.

She charters in both New Zealand and the Pacific Islands and we would definitely recommend her in both places. If you are looking for a specific place to charter, we would recommend chartering her during the summer in Fiji to visit both Suva and Nadi. If you would like more information on VVS1 or how to charter her, please enquire through our website or send an email to [email protected]. We would be delighted to help you organise an experience of a lifetime in one on the worlds most beautiful areas. Watch this space for the latest yachting news, destination updates and luxury products.

Posted on November 23, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

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.

Posted on November 22, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

The Best Way to maintain your Luxury Super Yacht!

Whether it is a 30ft monohull or a 300ft super yacht. the maintenance of any vessel is paramount to ensure maximum comfort, safety and enjoyment for charter guests on board. The logistics of boat repairs are often troublesome and costly for any yacht but even greater for a super yacht, due to their size and weight. However, super yacht owners will be happy to hear there is now an easy way to maintain their yacht, thanks to the new 3000 ton Rybovich floating dry dock in Palm Beach, South Florida. The centre is aimed to help yacht owners to conduct routine maintenance of their vessels and is ideally situated for the yachts to be in the very best condition for their Christmas charters in the Caribbean.
The first vessel to use the Rybovich floating dock was MI SUENO, a stunning 57.5m [190ft.] Trinity Yacht. She is luxurious in every regard and provides grandeur, as well as all of the latest technology and modern fittings that you would expect on a super yacht. She serves her summer season out of Monaco and makesthe ideal choice for a special charter along the French and Italian Riviera’s. She accommodates up to 12 guests in 6 beautiful staterooms, including a master suite which is split over two levels, offering great space and style.
Captain Glynn Smith was excited to find that the opening of the dock coincided with his schedule and was extremely happy with the service: “Rybovich achieved a flawless lift that seemed so routine as if they had been doing it for many years. This is a great step forward for the superyacht service industry in South Florida” The new centre is sending positive waves around the whole industry and has been called a ‘transformational event’ by the Rybovich president. They believe that the centre will attract a large number of super yachts to the area and thus improving the area.

For more information on how to maintain your boat, including how to make the whole process more impressive and efficient, please check out our posts. Watch this space for the latest yachting trends, destination information and gossip. To enquire please visit our website or send us an email at [email protected].

Posted on November 21, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

Luxury Yacht Charters in Cancún, Mexico

Cancún is located on the northeast coast of the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, just north of the Riviera Maya. The Riviera Maya is a collection of all-inclusive resorts, small boutique hotels and fantastic restaurants that straddle Mexico’s Caribbean coast along the coastal highway 307.

Cancún is a popular tourist destination due to the wide variety of aquatic activities available in the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef, which stretches for over 1000km towards Guatemala. This is the largest coral reef in the Western Hemisphere and the second longest barrier reef in the world. The shallow coral reefs and crystal clear waters make it one of the best locations for snorkeling and scuba diving in the world.

On top of more than 500 species of fish, divers and snorkelers have the opportunity to visit the Cancún Underwater Museum. This is a series of more than 400 sculptures by British artist Jason de Caires Taylor, which have been placed underwater in the Cancún National Marine Park at depths from 9-20 feet. If you don’t feel like diving or snorkeling, however, you could always relax on one of the many fantastic beaches such as Playa Caracol or Playa Langosta.

The northern areas of the reef system near Isla Contoy (only a short journey by boat from Cancún) are home to the largest fish on the planet, the Whale Shark. During the summer, hundreds of Whale Sharks gather here to take advantage of the plankton rich waters, which are created at the border of the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea.

Cancún is also one of the most popular sportfishing destinations in the world. Depending on the season that you visit, catches can include kingfish, barracuda, blue marlin, sailfish, tuna and mahi-mahi. On top of fishing, whale watching, snorkeling and scuba diving, holidaymakers have the opportunity to go swimming with dolphins, take guided jungle tours or visit one of the many historical sites such as the Mayan Ruins. In the evening, Cancún is well known for its parties and nightlife. Whether you like hip-hop or heavy rock, live reggae music, salsa dancing, or simply relaxing a sophisticated bar, the city offers it all.

One of our favorite yacht charters available in Cancún 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. If you would like more information on the yachts available for charter in Mexico, please have a look at our guide to Chartering a Yacht in Mexico or send us an email to [email protected].

Posted on November 20, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

Crewed Luxury Motor Yacht Charter in Angra Dos Reis, Brazil.

Angra Dos Reis is quickly becoming one of the most talked about yachting destinations on the planet, graced with a fantastic climate, beautiful anchorages and some of the best beaches around. Located 150km south of Rio, Angra dos Reis offers 365 islands to discover with over 200 beaches, making her the ideal destination for sun worshippers. However, Angra has more to offer than just a beautiful beach with some of the finest Brazilian cuisine, ecological walks in the rainforest and even shopping. Therefore, Angra really does have something for the whole family and it is no surprise that it is becoming one of the up and coming holiday destinations.

Ilha Grande or the Big Island is sparsely populated and is renowned for offering 192 square kilometres of vegetation and forests that are waiting to be explored. The island is steeped in history since the 1500’s, like many other European colonies with stories of pirates, treasure, slavery and smuggling. The true paradise of this area lie with the crystal clear waters and untouched beaches. The coastline is truly striking and can be appreciated the most from the water, making chartering a luxury crewed motor boat or catamaran a great idea. Lopes Mendes has one of the finest white sandy beaches and Preta beach has dark monazite sand, which shows the diversity present in Brazil. If you want to be seen, head down to Dentista Beach where you are likely to find around 100 boats on summer weekends partying in the search of spotting a Brazilian celebrity or two! Did you know? In the summer, the island of Ilha de Caras attracts the largest amount of famous people per square metre in Brazil.

One of our favourite crewed luxury motor yachts is VINTAGE which is berthed in Angra dos Reis, making her an ideal choice for chartering around the islands. This crewed motor yacht is ideal for both friends and families, offering vast amounts of space to entertain and socialise. Her interior is elegant and minimalistic while her cabins offer great comfort. Captain Mario is vastly experienced and is the perfect man for showing you the natural beauty of the area and the best local spots to swim, sunbathe and explore. Make sure you make the most of VINTAGE and her water toys which are perfect for keeping the kids entertained, leaving you to enjoy a good book on the aft deck.

There is no time like the present to visit the unspoilt Brazilian coastline. To enquire about chartering your own motor boat, sail or catamaran, please enquire via our website or send an email to [email protected]. We would be delighted to help you organise an experience of a lifetime.

Posted on November 19, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓