One of my favourite places on the French Rivierais the lesser known Ile de Porquerolleswhere the crystal clear waters, golden sand and dream-like bays are more akin to somewhere found in the tropics. This sensational paradise is the antidote to the hustle and bustle of St Tropez – a tranquil haven in which to relax and unwind whilst enjoying the stunning scenery. Together with the island of Port-Cros and île du Levant, Porquerolles belongs to the îles d’Hyères Archipelago, also knows as the îles d’or (Golden Islands). The biggest of the three islands of the archipelago, Porquerolles is shaped like a croissant and is seven kilometers long by three kilometers wide.
Do you want a yacht fit for 007 himself? Following a highly successful East Med summer season, REGINA is moving to the Caribbean. It is the second consecutive year that REGINA will be cruising the likes of St Maarten and St Barths, and her crew is looking forward to pampering their guests just like in a James Bond movie! REGINA “starred” alongside Daniel Craig in Skyfall, the latest 007 James Bond film, and since then she has built an impressive and extremely loyal clientèle amongst the world jetset.
This week we’re turning our hands to the world of sailing, and the ultimate sailing experience. This experiences comes in the form of the stunning STATE OF GRACE. 39.4 metres of pure Perini Navi elegance, this sloop rigged sailing yacht is the first of a new series by Perini Navi in collaboration with New Zealand designer Ron Holland. Holland is famous originally for his racing designs, but more recently for the largest single masted sailing yacht in the world MIRABELLA V. From his vast experience, STATE OF GRACE has been delivered with a 50 metre mast and carbon fibre furling boom, but comes with a stunning contemporary interior with clean, comforting lines throughout.
The world of yacht charter is growing ever bigger. Whilst the classic destinations such as the French Riviera and the Amalfi Coast are as popular as ever, there is also a massive amount of choice for adventurous charter guests looking for something further from the tried and tested old favourites. There is now huge demand for sea worthy, exploration yachts operating in the far reaching corners of the world such as NORTHERN SUN.
This beautiful 51m yacht is available for charter from the first time having spent the past 6 years exploring Myanmar, Borneo, Singapore and Malaysia amongst others. The captain and crew are thus extremely well travelled and will ensure that you won’t miss any of Asia‘s hidden treasures as part of a truly unforgettable charter.
NORTHERN SUN is much more than just an exploration vessel however. Completely refitted in 2007, her main saloon is traditionally elegant. This vast living space is comfortable and finished with great attention to detail with dark hard wood floors complimented by light furnishings. All is light by large windows which offer panoramic views in turn.
On the lower deck you will find a magnificent dining room as well as 6 spacious and inviting cabins. Tastefully decorated and well-lit to create a relaxing and peaceful atmosphere.
Above deck, al fresco dining is available on the aft deck whilst the flybridge, featuring a jacuzzi is the perfect place to spend a relaxing afternoon soaking up the sun.
If you are interested in chartering in Asia or any of our destinations worldwide, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Boatbookings team.
At Boatbookings.com we’re very excited about PRIDE, a stunning new luxury crewed motor yacht and finalist from the SuperYacht Awards 2014, it’s easy to understand why she has won such acclaim from industry experts. PRIDE is a 45m design from Viudes Yachts and features 6 exquisite cabins accommodating up to 12 guests in unparalleled luxury. Her usual high season rate of €210,ooo per week has been slashed to €180,000 – virtually unheard of for new yachts in high season on the French Riviera!
All 3 decks and the swim platform on show!
The exterior of PRIDE features 3 huge decks and a large swim platform. These spacious decks make her perfect for entertaining friends and family and gives great flexibility to charter guests.
Huge deck spaces!
The fantastic exterior is complimented perfectly by an immaculate and elegant interior design combining classic decoration with the finest materials, and marbles. The master cabin is a show stopper and would be a true home from home for even the most discerning of charter guests.
The Stunning Master CabinThe Master Bathroom
PRIDE has an incredible selection of water toys that includes jet skis, water skis, sea bobs and wake boards, enough to keep even the most active charter guests happy! After a hard day of fun on the water PRIDE has a sauna for the ultimate relaxation of guests.
Unwind in the Sauna
Not only is PRIDE offering a fantastic reduced rate for charters this summer, she also consumes just 250 litres an hour whilst cruising at 12 knots, very impressive for a yacht of her size. Who new chartering a Super Yacht could be so economical!
