Concorde may be gone but MISTRAL 55 is ready to take its place!

On this day, 10 years ago, Concorde touched down at Heathrow Airport after its final transatlantic flight from New York. The world’s only supersonic commercial airliner, Concorde represented the pinnacle of luxury travel catering to the rich and famous worldwide. With a record flight time of a mere 3 hours 30 minutes between New York and London, Concorde truly dominated the skies as the fastest airliner in existence.

You may no longer be able to experience the full thrill of Concorde’s speed in the air however, there is one alternative…MISTRAL 55! At a maximum speed of 50 knots, she truly is the Concorde of the seas! Yet MISTRAL 55 is not just all about speed. She boasts a super stylish interior and plenty of deck space. She is an astonishing machine, utilising the most up-to-date sailing technology to produce breath-taking results whilst simultaneously maintaining an impeccable standard of comfort to warrant her classification as a luxury crewed motor yacht. Sexy, sleek and seductive, MISTRAL 55 is available for charter in the French Riviera. Inquire now – she moves quickly!!

To see a complete description of this exquisite charter yacht, visit MISTRAL 55 or contact our broker team here for more information!

Posted on October 24, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

The Blue Peter – The Number One Yacht for Regatta Charters!

On Sunday, Tom from the Boatbookings Team was lucky enough to get out on the water for an afternoon of sailing on board THE BLUE PETER. Built in 1930, she has been under the ownership of owner/skipper Mat for 13 years. THE BLUE PETER and the ocean are evidently two of Mat’s greatest passions in life! He has nurtured her and restored her into the beautiful condition that she is now in – a true labor of love! THE BLUE PETER is currently undergoing a comprehensive refit following the installation of a completely new mast. Her new mast is 2.5m taller than her previous one and, with a larger mainsail, this makes her even faster and more spectacular than she was before!

She has had many successful regatta outings over the years, this year being no different. She has consistently been one of the top competitors with strong performances in the Monaco Classics Week, Regatta Royales in Cannes and Les Voiles de St Tropez. Mat and First Mate Gary welcome guests on board to join them for exciting Regatta Charters, their comprehensive packages ensuring that you will truly experience classic regatta racing on one of the most successful and prestigious boats in her class.

Mat, Gary and their crew are about to embark on a transatlantic crossing via Barcelona and the Seychelles before crossing the Atlantic to Antigua where she will be based over Christmas. In the New Year, THE BLUE PETER will sail to Barbados, Grenada, St Maarten, St Barths and the BVIs, entering regattas along the way, before returning to the Mediterranean in May for another exciting summer of racing on the Riviera!

Inquire today with one of our Charter Experts at Boatbookings who will be delighted to organize a regatta charter and this experience of a lifetime for you!

Posted on October 22, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Let the Bidding Begin; Luxury Yacht NIRVANA on Sale for $303 million.

Oceanco's longest build in its new series to date, NIRVANA is now on sale. The 290ft mega-yacht that made her début at last year's Monaco Yacht Show as the largest yacht on display is now on sale for €230,000,000. There are only a few yachts that have been priced at more than this stunning yacht, including one made of gold, so that makes NIRVANA one of the most luxurious yachts on the market.

Spread over 6 decks, NIRVANA has 6 cabins to sleep 12 guests. On the main deck you will find the 5 guests cabins and the private owner's deck is accessible by the silver engraved elevator and a reptile house separates the bar and dining area in the salon.

On the main aft deck is the largest pool currently installed on any Oceanco yacht. The oval shaped pool measures 7.5m and has an adjustable depth of up to 1.4m; a variable jet stream means that you can get your exercise and swim laps without moving!

NIRVANA is fully equipped with gym, spa, plunge pool, 3D cinema and even two garages to store your supercar. NIRVANA also has a private heli-pad, so you can come and go as you please by air. She comes equipped with 10 jet skis, 2 11m tenders and a skiboat: what more do you need on board?!

Posted on July 29, 2013 by admin

Get Ready for Miami Day Charter Yachts

South Beach in Miami is one of the hippest places to live in the world. Famed for its art deco architecture, fusion of cultures and the incredible shopping on Ocean Drive, Miami is a very fond place in people's hearts. Chartering a yacht provides endless opportunities to socialise with your friends and family, especially for a memorable occasion like a holiday, birthday or wedding.

BON VIVANT

We have an ever expanding fleet of wonderful day charter yachts, available in an array of sizes, styles and budgets. Our favourite charter yacht of the day is BON VIVANT, a sleek Riva Splendida 72 crewed motor yacht. If you are looking for sweeping lines, vast deck spaces and a wonderful crew, look no further. She is one of the best looking day charter yachts in the world! Starting from South Beach, head south and visit the stunning Miami Keys.

Posted on July 24, 2013 by admin

Spanish Yacht Registration Tax to be Scrapped; Expect More Luxury Charter Yachts in Spain!

Next year, expect plenty more luxury yachts to be cruising the Spanish coast!

The Spanish Government have decided to remove the 12% registration tax for yachts over 15 metres in length; this has previously dissuaded owners from chartering their yachts in Spain due to the added cost. Spain is the only country in the region where a registration tax exists, which creates a loss of competitiveness of charter industry in Spain as yachts will often limit their stay on the Spanish coast in order to avoid the added taxation during both the summer and winter.

It is hoped that this tax modification will improve the Spanish yacht charter sector, and will also help to boost Spain's national tourism, especially along the Mediterranean coast.

Expect plenty of new yachts to supplement our collection of Spain Charter yachts. We'll keep you posted.

Posted on July 3, 2013 by admin