More Time to Book WILD THYME!

WILD TYHME is hands-down our favourite classic Benetti for charters on the French Riviera. Her owners are meticulous about her upkeep and she’s just back from a fresh hull re-paint, looking as pristine as she was when she first came out of the shipyard. We’ve just heard from her manager that due a surprising cancellation she’s now available between 29th July and 29th August out of Antibes.

WILD THYME‘s reputation in yachting comes from both clients and brokers alike who fall in love with her clean classic styling and renowned crew.

Captain Peter is a true yachting professional who’s experience in charter is extensive and repeat clients alone show how much fun and what a great service this crew offers.

Expansive outdoor areas common on Benetti yachts are undoubtedly present on WILD TYHME with jacuzzi, sunbathing areas, bar and dining space. As well as this, she’s a register jet ski school meaning the crew can issue your licenses to use the jet skis onboard when on charter! Following re-upholstering, new linens and her re-paint in 2013 and 2014 she’s a an excellent charter opportunity not to be missed this summer. The availability won’t last long, so enquire now for a wild time on WILD THYME.

Posted on March 13, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Charter Luxury Yacht WILD THYME for a Vacation to Remember on a classic Benetti

If you are looking for a WILD THYME then this is the yacht for you! There is a fantastic opportunity to charter her this Friday 23rd August for one week only, in what is a gap in her booking that could provide potential clients with a charter of a lifetime!

Why not charter this magnificent yacht from the South of France on 23rd August to Bonafacio in a one way charter that showcases the very best the Mediterranean has to offer? WILD THYME is a stunning Benetti 120ft accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 beautifully appointed en-suite cabins (3 doubles and 2 twins) and would be a perfect way to celebrate a friend or love ones birthday or anniversary in supreme luxury.

Depart from Cannes and cruise past the Illes de Lerins towards Saint-Florent in the northern tip of Corsica where you can use the extensive water toys off Saleccia, one of the most beautiful beaches around. From there you have the rest of the week to cruise past other jewels of the Mediterranean such as Calvi, Girolata, Propiano and even perhaps La Maddelana and Porto Cervo in Sardinia before returning to Bonafacio on 30th August.

Charter Broker Cordelia here at Boatbookings said “it is a rare and fantastic opportunity to do a one way charter to Bonafacio, to see the whole of the west cost of Corsica that one of the most spectacular and picturesque coast lines in the Mediterranean.”

WILD THYME combines elegance and performance with practicality to create a unique yacht available to charter in the Mediterranean. On deck she provides large amounts of deck space on which to soak up the sun or have cocktails under the stars, she is perfect for entertaining guests or celebrating with friends and family alike. Inside, she is sumptuously appointed and what with the attentions of the diligent and dynamic crew, you will be sure to have a superb charter!

Posted on August 20, 2013 by admin

The Winner of the Cannes Film festival: La Vie d’Adele (Blue is the Warmest Colour). Our Yacht Winner – Black and White!

The winner of the 66th Cannes Film Festival is La Vie d’Adele (Blue is the Warmest Colour). The most coveted prize in film after the Oscars went to this three hour emotional tale of love and sexuality by Abdellatif Kechiche that centers on a 15 year old girl (Adele Exarchopoulos) and her lover (Lea Seydoux) and is the first time in the festivals history that the Palm d”Or has gone to a French film in two consecutive years. It is also notable that this steamy lesbian epic has won the highest award on the day when hundreds of thousands of demonstrators marched in Paris on Sunday to protest France's recent legalization of same-sex marriage. (See more on this film here)

The other notable winners in the 66em Festival de Cannes were:

Grand Prix: Inside Llewyn Davis, Joel and Ethan Coen, U.S.

(See more here).
Prix du Jury: Like Father, Like Son, Hirokazu Koreeda, Japan.

(See more here).
Prix de la Mise en Scène (Best Director): Amat Escalante, Heli, Mexico
Prix du Scénario (Best Screenplay): Jia Zhangke, A Touch of Sin, China.
Prix d’interprétation masculine (Best Actor): Bruce Dern, Nebraska, U.S.
Prix d’interprétation feminine (Best Actress): Bérénice Bejo, The Past, France. (See more here).

However, it is obviously the yachts that are most important here. Our team here at Boatbookings choose a yacht for every film, yet what were our winners? Which yacht got our Palm d'Or?

After some intense debate, we narrowed the field down to just three yachts. WILD THYME, BLACK AND WHITE and CALLISTO. Chosen for their gorgeous lines, high performance and supreme luxury, they would provide any guests with a charter of a lifetime, yet which one would edge the other out to win Boatbookings Palm d'Or?

And the winner for Best Yacht in the Cannes Film Festival is…..

BLACK AND WHITE as it was ended up sweeping away the field and taking the prize as our favorite yacht from this series of

blogs marking each day of the Cannes Film festival. Her gorgeous lines, immaculate and luxurious interior, fantastic outdoor spaces for sunbathing or al fresco dining and superb crew propelled her to victory. (Click on here to find out why she was our favourite!)

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 May 27, 2013 by admin

Cannes Film Festival, Day 7 – Behind the Candelabra – Our Yacht Nominee: WILD THYME !

Day 7 of the Cannes Film Festival features the highly anticipated standalone drama, Behind the Candelabra, by Steven Soderbergh, an Academy Award–winning film director, best known for directing critically acclaimed Hollywood films such as Out of Sight, Erin Brockovich and Traffic. It is based on Liberace’s autobiographical novel recounting the tempestuous 6-year homosexual relationship between him and his young lover, Scott Thorson. Liberace is masterfully played by the Hollywood veteran Michael Douglas, who paints a stark picture of celebrity loneliness in this dark comedy. Together with Matt Damon, who plays the young lover Scott Thorson, they are magnificent in portraying this beautiful but toxic relationship that moves from the highs of their first years together to miserable loneliness and Liberace’s death in 1987.

In keeping with the flamboyance and theme of this film, our yacht nominee is WILD THYME. It would be the perfect luxury yacht charter for Michael Douglas as Liberace. WILD THYME accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 beautifully appointed en-suite cabins that are replete with exquisitely designed soft furnishings and marble bathrooms. What’s more the owner’s cabin and bathroom offer magnificent opulence, with gorgeous soft silks in ivory and gold and a stunning view from the panoramic bow window – just the sort of luxury that Liberace would expect and would without doubt give any charter the time of their lives.

This opulence continues on the exterior of the yacht with al fresco dining, a deck jacuzzi and a fantastic array of water toys for those looking to be active! The crew of 7 lead by experienced Captain Peter van Houweninge will look to your every need and ensure you have the very best possible charter.

WILD THYME, is a fantastic yacht to charter for events such as the Cannes Film Festival or the Cannes Lion Festival and is a perfect opportunity to host clients, impress friends, seal deals and enjoy the rewards of a hard years work.

Posted on May 21, 2013 by admin

Event Yachts in Cannes: Plan Your Business Meeting or Birthday Party!

Are you looking for your Cannes corporate event yacht charter or entertainment yacht? Cannes is one of the most glorious locations in the world to host a corporate event, party, cocktail cruise or celebration. With the backdrop of the Croisette, Palais des Festivals, French Alps, and of course many beautiful charter yachts, Cannes is unsurpassed for entertainment.

Boatbookings.com is an expert on the charter yachts in Cannes that are perfect for large corporate events, either as separate events or alongside the Film Festival or other major Congresses that are held in Cannes. Although most yachts can accommodate a maximum of 12 people, we know the yachts that can accommodate more guests, and are therefore excellent at hosting events and parties in Cannes.

Whether you’re looking to host a corporate event or cocktail party, the Benetti Classic 120 is a fantastic choice. A favourite of ours is WILD THYME, where you will, undoubtedly, have a wild time! The features of the Benetti Classic 120 that make it such a good choice include the length – which, at under 40 metres, can get you a prime Cannes berth location right next to the Palais des Festivals. The sky lounges which make them suited for all weather – even if the rain may start to fall at the end of October, you can still continue the party inside. With three decks, there is plenty of space for all your guests, so no risk of overcrowding in one area. WILD THYME has a fantastic crew of 7, lead by Captain Peter Van Houweninge, who will provide a service that exceeds expectations, and welcome you and your guests on board with a smile. Accommodating up to 30 guests at dock, on WILD THYME you will experience impeccable service, fine dining and all the little details that make the difference between an ordinary gathering and a spectacular party.

Contact us for details and complete assistance on planning the perfect event in Cannes! At Boatbookings 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 there to pull together all the subtle aspects of your holiday that make your charter so special.

Posted on April 17, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓