Discovering the Beauty of Sardinia on your Luxury Yacht Charter! – Part 3 – The Port of Alghero and the Neptune Caves.

If you are chartering along the west coast of Sardinia, the Port town of Alghero and the Neptune caves are a must see. Alghero contains a myriad of different attractions from the cluster of spectacular historical buildings such as the Church of St. Francis (1360), the Torre del Portal and the Alghero Cathedral to the fantastic variety of
Mediterranean cuisine you will find in the old quarter. Why not stop here for lunch and stroll along the town walls that provide some wonderful views towards the cliffs of Capo Caccia before boarding your yacht and heading to the Neptune caves?

ICARUS – a Jongert 27m would be fantastic for this charter. Accommodating up to 6 guests, her sleek design and luxurious interior will make your charter a real treat. ICARUS also has a wide variety of water toys and extra features to make your charter even more fun such as a low swimming platform, snorkeling equipment, water skis, a wake board and even fishing equipment.

On your way to the Neptune caves guests can admire the beautiful Coral Riviera passing close to Cape Galera and the Punta Giglio cliffs before arriving right at the entrance of these spectacular caves. With its complex array of lakes, caverns, wells and passages extending 2,500 meters into the cliff it truly is one of the most unforgettable geological sights you will see.

Interested in chartering in Sardinia? Why not check out this Yacht Charter Guide to Sardinia? At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to complete novices and will help you at every step of the way to make your dreams a reality. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

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Posted on February 15, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Discovering the Beauty of Sardinia on your Luxury Yacht Charter! – Part 1

Located only 200 miles from the French Riviera and sitting right in the middle of the Mediterranean, Sardinia is often overlooked as a yachting destination. Yet it has so much to offer and is one of the most beautiful places to charter a yacht in Europe. It truly is a unique environment having been shaped so much by both man and nature. Thousands of years of sea currents and winds coupled with centuries of domination by conquerors such as the Phoenicians, Romans, Pisans and Moors have made this spectacular island so unique and such an alluring destination to charter a yacht!

This series of blogs will focus on the highlights of Sardinia; from the UNESCO World Heritage site of la Maddalena, the Neptune Caves near the beautiful port of Alghero to the Emerald coast and the stunning seaside towns that pocket the coast. There will be food, culture and many beautiful pictures, but for a taster see the Sardinia Yacht charter guide!

Why not check out CHIMERA – an Azimut 86S Open and one of our suggestions for a great yacht to charter in Sardinia! Accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 cabins she is beautifully designed with plenty of space on the large and luxurious aft deck to soak up that all important sun! What better way to explore Sardinia!

At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to complete novices and will help you at every step of the way to make your dreams a reality. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

Posted on February 13, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

The Exciting New Hanse 575 Setting The Trend Once More!

The new Hanse 575 is a fantastic piece of engineering. Designed by Judel/Vrolijk & Co, the world’s most successful yacht designers, it is the fastest cruising yacht in its class. This new Hanse is right at the forefront of yacht design, combining the most modern of technologies currently available with age old techniques, painstakingly learnt over hundreds of years.

Its gorgeous lines and efficient use of space are clear to see, or not as the case may be with the ingeniously hidden, jet powered dingy in the longitudinal electrical garage! You can even sail this 16.7 meter luxury sail boat by yourself if you wish thanks to the Hanse ‘easy sailing concept’, meaning you can tack and reef all from the helm.

If you like the Hanse 575 why not try the fantastic Hanse 470, available for charter immediately! She is a favorite of ours here at Boatbookings and is ideal for sailing all around the world in luxury and style, be it, on the French Riviera, Greece or even the spectacular waters of Grenada. There is not better way to get a taste of adventure than chartering this boat; you can do as much or as little as you like with a friendly local skipper on hand to ensure you have the best possible charter!

Posted on February 12, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

A Luxury Yacht Charter on the Croatian Riviera to rival anywhere in the world!

The exquisite beauty of the Croatian Riviera can sometimes be hidden in the shadow of its bigger cousins; the French and Italian Riviera. Yet it is one of the stunning yachting destinations in the Mediterranean. Croatia has an amazing 5,835km of coastline, of which 4,057km belongs to islands, cliffs and reefs meaning there is always a new cove, sandy beach or cave to explore.

Why not charter the Sunseeker Portofino 53, PUPA II, a crewed luxury motor yacht that accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins. PUPA II is based out of the port of Split, home to the Palace of Diocletian and just one of many World Heritage Sites that are scattered through Croatia. Click here for a detailed itinerary on a proposed charter in the Croatian Riviera.

With a stylish blend of wooden panels and cream leather, it is beautifully fitted and you will be able to cruise the coast in this sleek and powerful yacht with a huge range of toys at your disposal. It boasts Bose HiFi and Ipod systems, air conditioning through-out, a Williams 325 jet 104hp, a wake board, water skis and snorkeling equipment so you can best appreciate the clear blue waters of the Croatian Riviera.

Warrick said: “We had an amazing time on the Portofino 53. The yacht was immaculate, perfect for our needs in size and specification. We said many times that we think we had the best looking motor yacht on the Adriatic! (except perhaps for the super-yachts!!)”

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Posted on February 11, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Who said all Yachts look the same?

The JOLLY ROGER, designed for Benetti byPalomba Serafini, is an innovative concept for a 65m motor yacht. The aim of the concept, presented at the Monaco Yacht Show 2012, was to design a yacht to resemble a super car, built with sleek and powerful lines.

“We started from the idea of ‘high-powered car of the sea'. Aristocratic and futuristic. An automotive DNA that is in the structures, which release the decks from visual obstruction by giving back the relation with nature and the sea. As a result, large windows and a long deck that looks like a terrace overlooking the water have been created,” as stated by PS+A Palomba Serafini.

Superyacht A has caused a stir since her launch in 2008. Designed by Starck, A is an unconventional superyacht, 119m long and truly unique exterior aesthetics. Not only is she so different in style to all other yachts, she is also rather high on the list of the longest superyachts – which definitely adds to her appeal!

A's interior is a modern and masterfully designed environment, and inside she has not one but three swimming pools – one room has a glass ceiling which looks up to one of these swimming pools. She accommodates up to 14 guests, but also has enough space for 37 crew members as well!
Are you looking to charter a yacht? Head to www.boatbookings.com, the leading online yacht charter broker, or email us at [email protected] and one of our Charter Specialists will get back to you shortly. Watch this space for the latest industry show releases, news and gossip in the yachting world. If you liked the content on this page and our previous posts, please become a fan and like our Facebook page to receive up to date information on our publications.

Posted on December 26, 2012 by admin