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Bareboat Charter Galley Tip: Enjoy the Taste of Paradise with this amazing Lemongrass Shrimp and Mango Salad

Whatever type of bareboat charter you plan in the Bahamas or Caribbean  you'll want to impress family and friends with this enticing yet simple dish. The recipe is provided exclusively to Boatbookings clients by Lisa Sellers, executive chef at Peter Island Resort. Be a gourmet chef on your next charter by using the cornucopia of fresh ingredients locally available in paradise.

Chef Sellers' Signature Shrimp Dish

Lemongrass infused Shrimp, Green Papaya & Mango œSalad

Serves 4 People

12 shrimp- size 16/20, peeled & deveined

1 stick fresh lemongrass

Sea Salt & Freshly ground black pepper

1 ripe mango

1 green Papaya

½ Sweet red peppers

½ Sweet Green Peppers

Dried Mango slices

Dried Green Papaya Slices

A small pinch fresh Chilies

Extra virgin Olive Oil

Method:

Crush the lemongrass and chop, mix with shrimp & salt & Pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil cover and marinate for a few hours

Finely chop mango, green papaya, peppers & mix, add chili and season to taste, bind with a small amount of mango puree

Heat a sautéed pan, with olive oil, sear of the shrimp both sides, and cook, this will take about 3-4 minutes,

Arrange the mango & green papaya salad in a mold; place the shrimp on the plate, putting dried papaya & Mango slices in between the shrimp

Garnish with Micro greens or arugula.

Enjoy!

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Hakvoort’s 128’ Project YN245: Ideal for Charter

Hakvoort Shipyard refers to their newest launch, Project YN245, (aka Pretty Woman) as ideal for chartering, featuring five spacious decks that incorporate numerous social areas and beautifully appointed accommodations for 10 guests.

Interior design by Michela Reverberi is a striking fusion of ultra contemporary with curvaceous mid-century modern, especially impressive in the open plan main lounge and dining area. The full-beam master suite, located on the main deck forward, includes a spacious walk-in closet and adjacent private study. Another notable charter advantage is that four ensuite guest cabins can be converted as singles or doubles to suit individual guest requirements.

Aft on the main and bridge decks, comfortable exterior furnishings beckon guests to converge for cocktails, conversation and al fresco dining. The sundeck is another perfect place to party, equipped with plush seating, bar and grill, and whirlpool bath for six. The yacht has an asking price of about 24 million dollars. Hopefully she’ll be available to charter very soon.
LOA: 128 ft
Beam: 26’2
Draft: 8’

Engines: Twin Caterpillar C18 DI-TA

Speed: Maximum 12.5 knots, Cruise 10.5 knots
Fuel: 11.889 Gal
Water: 2.642 Gal
Naval architecture: Azure Naval Architects
Exterior design: Cor de Rover

See other Hakvoort Charter Yachts available from Boatbookings.com

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Extraordinary 2010 Trinity 190’ Mi Sueño: Ready to Charter

Mi Sueño, launched from Trinity Yachts early this May, will be available for charter in the Western Mediterranean in July. Mi Sueño incorporates all the elements of style and design that have distinguished Trinity yachts as a most desirable charter brand.

Patrick Knowles’ classically sophisticated interiors are designed with an abundance of rich woods, accented with elegant fabrics and furnishings in soothing colors. The split level, full-beam master suite, located on the main deck, features an arc of forward-facing windows for spectacular 180 degree views, his and hers bathroom with whirlpool tub, and private office area.

The yacht is designed with voluminous deck spaces and the flybridge is equipped for “touch and go” helicopter operations.

Mi Sueño is outfitted with Twin Caterpillar 3516-CHD engines to reach speeds of 19 knots and Quantum XT Zero Speed stabilizers for comfort.

12 guests will enjoy being totally pampered by the expert crew of 11, dedicated to providing the perfect charter experience.
Length Overall: 189.99’
Beam: 33.33’
Draft: 8.01’
Guest Suites: Master, 1 VIP, 3 Double, 1Twin
Max Speed: 19 Cruise Speed: 17 Range: 4,000
Fuel Capacity: 22,002 Gal Water Capacity: 3,500 Gal

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154′ IMAGINATION; Benetti’s Newest Superyacht Launch

The stunning super yacht Imagination has launched from Benetti’s Pisa Shipyard. Exterior designer Stefano Natucci gives classic Italian styling a playful edge embellishing oblong windows striking slashes of blue, which lend a sense of motion to the profile that is both commanding yet irreverent. Interiors by the renowned Francois Zuretti, Zuretti Interior Design, are still under wraps awaiting some finishing touches. The yacht will be completed at Benetti’s Livorno facility and delivery is scheduled for July.

Despite it’s size, this semi-displacement yacht is predicted to have a maximum speed in excess of 20 knots. Benetti, a favorite brand of charter clients, has a prolific history of boatbuilding that stretches back to 1873, when Lorenzo Benetti opened the shipyard near Genoa, Italy. Boatbookings is pleased to offer many Benetti charter yachts for the discriminating client that appreciates Italian elegance and sophistication.

LOA: 154.20
Beam: 28.87
Draught: 8.86
Guests: 12
Crew: 9
Engines: 2 MTU 16V 4000 M90
Max Speed: 23.5 knots
Cruise Speed: 22.5 knots
Fuel: 15,852 Gal.
Water: 3,963 Gal.

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Impressions of CATALONIAN SPIRIT – 112 ft Inace Explorer Yacht

Friday evening, Sharon and Meg from our Ft Lauderdale office  had the privilege of viewing the CATALONIAN SPIRIT.  Built in the Brazilian yard Inace, this 112 ft 5 stateroom explorer yacht is a floating penthouse.  Unlike most yachts that will head to the Med or New England for summer charters, CATALONIAN SPIRIT will be in the Caribbean and still has a few weeks available for charter.

Catalonian Spirit deckAnd the crew!  The service was exemplary  and there was a gorgeous selection of hors d’oervres for us to enjoy.  The captain and crew will make sure that you are wonderfully pampered, as were we.

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