The highlights of the Cannes Boat Show 2012!

KADIMO'S, a luxury Couach 37m Motor Yahct — KADIMO’S, a luxury Couach 37m Motor Yahct

The Cannes Boat Show 2012 came to a conclusion this weekend after another successful yachting exhibition. The Vieux Port de Cannes and Port Pierre Canto played host to over 500 luxury motor yachts, sailboats and catamarans. Here at Boatbookings.com, we spent all day on Friday at both ports to visit yachts from some of the most prestigious yachting brands, such as Sunreef, Sunseeker, CRN, Baglietto and Couach.

Two of our favourite contrasting yachts on show were KADIMO’S and AQUALIBRIUM. KADIMO’S is a luxurious 37 metre Couach Motor Yacht with 5 beautiful staterooms. On board, we enjoyed the combination of dark wood and cream furnishings, as it created a sense of luxury and comfort, whilst remaining light and airy. She has a great saloon, which would be a fantastic room for entertaining friends and family. The saloon includes large windows, which provide natural light all around the yacht. Our favourite part of KADIMO’S was her top deck, which provides great space and comfort, as well as a Jacuzzi. She has a great crew of individuals from all around the world. In particular, a lovely head stewardess from South Africa, as well as an Irish chef who provides some of the best gastronomy on the water. We would not be able to recommend her highly enough for a week long charter in the Mediterranean.

AQUALIBRIUM, contrastingly is an older yacht but equally as special. We would describe her as elegant, classy and somewhat regal. She has been kept in fantastic condition and we particularly enjoyed the touches of laurel green throughout. This CRN Ancona 40m luxury motor yacht enjoys great proportions and offers guests with the very best home comforts on the water. All of her staterooms are a great size and include the finest touches, such as luxurious linen and gold taps. She has great entertaining spaces, both internally and externally, making her a great choice for entertaining friends or family. AQUALIBRIUM has no permanent berth and is available from many ports along the French Riviera, including Monaco, Antibes and Cannes. We would love to help organise a charter of a lifetime on board AQUALIBRIUM!

The Cannes Boat Show 2012 was one of the best so far with many new products launched. For example, the Frauscher 1017 LIDO, a very elegant and modern day motorboat, which would not look out of place at the most prestigious ports on the Riviera. She can accommodate up to 10 guests and is surprisingly spacious for a 10m motor yacht. Frauscher now only produce hybrid boats, proving their innovative nature, especially providing the same performance as their petrol rivals. Her aesthetics, design, comfort and green credentials make her one to watch out for!

Another boat that caught our eye in the news was the Luxury MIG 675, a 22 foot vessel which runs solely on hydrogen, reaching speeds of up to 70 knots. She is constructed in Aluminium and only weighs 1300kg, despite including a bathroom and a leather/teak interior.

We now move onto the Monaco Yacht Show, one of the worlds most prestigious events in the yachting calendar. We are very excited about the products on offer so watch this space for the latest news and gossip!

Posted on September 18, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

Chartering a Yacht in the Italian hotspot of Sicily aboard sailing yacht REE

Sicily is one of the world’s most beautiful and fascinating yacht charter destinations that we offer, thanks to its unique culture, arts, cuisine, architecture and even language. Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, dominated by Mount Etna, one of the most active volcanoes in the world.

Screen Shot 2012-08-28 at 12.16.48 — Natural beauty of the Sicilian coastline

Sicily’s volcanic foundations create an amazing variety of terrains, producing some outstanding rock formations that can be most admired from the sea. Due to mild/warm winters and hot/dry summers, a boat charter in Sicily is truly an all year round yachting destination.

The capital of Sicily, Palermo, is a majestic city of both decay and splendour. It has so much to offer, whether that be visiting palaces, castles and churches which offer an architectural fusion of Byzantine, Arab, Norman, Renaissance and Baroque styling. Unlike Florence or Rome, Palermo’s treasures are hidden and waiting to be found and explored. Sicily is notorious for having a mafia-driven past and this is still clear to see today.

Sicily is also home to some of the world’s most splendid gastronomic experiences. From the blend of Greek, Roman, Arab and Norman invaders, comes a luscious range of local foods, making this region a culinary paradise. Sicily is also renowned for its seafood. Seppia (cuttlefish) is served in its own black sauce with pasta.

Meat dishes are always popular. Many are traditionally made with lamb or goat. Best known outside Sicily is vitello alla marsala (veal marsala), one of many regional meat specialties.

And let’s not forget about desserts! The mouth watering Cannoli are tubular crusts with creamy ricotta and sugar filling. Frutta di Martorana (or pasta reale) are almond marzipan pastries coloured and shaped to resemble real fruit and of course we could not forget the Sicilian gelato (ice cream)!

Chartering in Sicily

THe Luxury sailboat Ree is a perfect example of a boat rental in sicily. In order to enjoy Sicily to the fullest, we would highly recommend a sailing charter around the island, either aboard a crewed or bareboat sailboat. As an example, we can recommend REE, one of our favourite luxury Sailboat charters. She accommodates up to 10 guests in 5 lavish staterooms, making her an ideal choice for both couples and families. She has recently had a full refit, which now offers the ultimate experience for the most discerning of guests.

Sicily is one of the finest yachting destinations in the world. If you would like to find out more about yacht chartering in Sicily, please do enquire via our website. Alternatively, you can contact us directly and one of our specialised brokers would be delighted to assist you.

Posted on September 14, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

PENNA, a luxury 100m Futuristic Super Yacht Concept!

Alex McDiarmid is regarded as one of the leading avant-garde luxury yacht designers, whose primary aim is to provide a product that fits the consumers requirements. He is thorough and constantly questioning the theory behind the process, questioning the norm. He has created a small team of highly skilled designers, based in Aix-en-Provence who provide innovative ideas to manufacturers all around the world.

The PENNA 100m Super Yacht is the newest concept by McDiarmid’s design team. PENNA comes from the French and Latin word for feather, where there inspiration began. We must not forget that the PENNA is a concept, thus it has many different aims. Based on a feather, the team wanted the PENNA to be sleek and their designs definitely show this. Moreover, the shape allows for natural flight to flood the vessel. The hull is made from steel while the superstructure is in aluminium. The introduction of the aluminium creates strength and reduces weight and fuel consumption. Thus, it is clear to see that McDiarmid and his team want to create a product that is durable and has less impact on the environment.

There is a design for PENNA to include a hybrid power Diesel Electric propulsion system with pod drives, electric Voith Inline Propulsors/thrusters, Volvo Penta D16 MG gensets, Valance batteries, as well as a design for a conventional 4 x MTU 3600 kw set up.

The interior comprises accommodation for up to 14 guests, as well as for 24 crew. Her aft deck houses a helicopter platform, ribs, tenders, toys and potential for a sailing yacht. There are also designs to incorporate laboratories so that the yacht can be used as a research vessel. This is an exciting prospect and we look forward to other exciting concepts by McDiarmid in the future.

If you would like to find our more information on futuristic yacht designs, please watch this space. To find out more on how to charter a luxury yacht and see more Super Yachts, such as PENNA, please do enquire via our website or send an email to [email protected].

Posted on September 13, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

Van Dutch 40, ROYAL I oozes elegance, performance and comfort on the French Riviera

The iconic Van Dutch 40 motor yacht is the product of the world famous Dutch design house, Vanguard. Van Dutch’s are striking avant garde creations, incorporating modern design and advanced technology. Vanguard’s aims were quite simple: to “create a lightweight yacht with longevity and economical practicality.” The V-Shaped engine configuration creates a sharpened aft to maximise balance and the Van Dutch’s centre of gravity, optimizing speed whilst reducing fuel consumption. We must pay tribute to Frank Mulder for the design of the Van Dutch, whose underwater design has made spray and slamming a thing of the past.

Reaching speeds of up to 40 knots, the Van Dutch 40 provides excellent performance and cornering. The Yanmar engine reduces engine noise and vibrations, which creates a smooth and silent ride. She also incorporates an autopilot and navigation system, making her a very simple luxury yacht to skipper.

Below deck, the Van Dutch is once again unique. There is a hydraulic table for 8 which can transform into a bed. Guests will find the latest televisions, sound systems and kitchen equipment. There is also a fully functional W/C with a hot and cold water supply. The deck is covered in a teak composite, which makes maintenance very simple. The Van Dutch 40’s cockpit is a modular solarium that extends into a great lounging area.

There are two other models in the Van Dutch portfolio: the 30ft and the 55ft. They both incorporate the exquisite design features of the 40, as well as performance and comfort. We can offer the Van Dutch 40 from a range of prestigious ports on the Riviera, including Monaco, Antibes, Golfe Juan, Cannes and St Tropez. One of our favourite Van Dutch motor yachts is ROYAL I, berthed in Monaco. She is a very popular luxury day charter motor yacht, which charters for €2,250 / Day. If you would like to charter her, please enquire online or send an email to: [email protected] where one of our brokers will assist you.

Posted on September 7, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

The prestigious Cannes Boat Show celebrates its 35th anniversary this September!

Boat BookingsThe Cannes Boat Show is an annual yachting exhibition which this year will showcase 583 of the leading yachts in the world, including 173 which will be on show for the very first time.

Screen-Shot-2012-08-29-at-12.47.46 — Vieux Port de Cannes

The Vieux Port de Cannes and Port Pierre Canto, which are located at both ends of the world famous Croisette are perfect for hosting the leading in-water boat show. The Cannes Boat Show brings together the key players in pleasure boating and international luxury yachting. The show is very useful for prospective buyers, who will gain valuable knowledge and experience before making the ultimate purchase.

We would highly recommend a multiple day or week charter on a luxury motor or sail yacht before you buy. You can read every review that there is but nothing compares to first hand experience on a luxury yacht charter. We offer a very large range of yachts, from motor to catamaran to sail. We would highly recommend a luxury yacht charter on AQUA BLUE IRELAND, a 2011 Sunseeker Predator 74.

Sunseeker Predator is one of the best boats to rent in Cannes — AQUA BLUE IRELAND, Sunseeker Predator 74

She offers the very best in modern luxury yacht design, with great decks and comfortable living areas. She is available for charter out of Cannes, but also Antibes and Monaco with delivery fees. She has a great captain and crew who will do everything in their power to make sure you have a great day.
A luxury day charter to St Tropez and Club 55 would make for a memorable day.Boat rental Cannes

This year, the show will celebrate its 35^th anniversary and runs from the 11^th to the 16^th September. We would highly recommend going down to this truly unique event to get a glimpse of the very best luxury yachts.If you would like to find out more about yacht chartering along the French Riviera, please do enquire via our website.

Alternatively, please send an enquiry email to [email protected], where one of our specialised brokers would be delighted to assist you.

Posted on August 31, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓