AMITIE: The Perfect Luxury Motor Yacht for your Bahamian Experience

Following on from yesterday’s post on Easter in the Bahamas, AMITIE is the perfect yacht to take you there.

The luxurious 130’ Westport completed her interior refit by Nora Gugel of A La Mer and was launched into the charter market this past spring. Her elegant interior showcases a spacious salon with a large seating area where soft, neutral tones compliment her satin mahogany paneling. Guests can enjoy formal dining surrounded by colorful accents which evoke a splash of the tropics and embody a modern yet comfortable feel. If alfresco dining is preferred, you can choose from the covered aft-deck or the relaxing bridge deck where you may also take a dip in the Jacuzzi. Her partially shaded sun deck offers protection from the elements and features a bar and barbecue, along with wrap around sofas and a large sun pad for the sun worshippers in the group.

Motor yacht AMITIE offers comfortable accommodations for up to 11 guests in five well-appointed staterooms including the desirable en-suite master stateroom on the main deck.

She is a versatile yacht ideal for island hopping, entertaining family and friends or for couples looking to escape on a romantic getaway in pure style and comfort. Her knowledgeable charter crew, lead by Captain Adam Huemoller along with the award winning Chef Tonya Bohn, is sure to make this the yachting holiday a vacation of a lifetime!

Here is just a sample of her award-winning menu from the “Healthy Dinner Challenge” at the Antigua Charter Yacht Show:

Starter

Queen Conch Ceviche
Queen Conch fished out of the beautiful Antiguan waters, diced and tossed with fresh tomato, red onion, yellow bell pepper and cucumber then finished with a mild habanero citrus dressing

Main Course

Coconut Braised Spiny Lobster
Local Spiny Lobster braised in Coconut water and tossed in a Roasted Garlic Lemon Brumel Yogurt Sauce served with Baked Christophene stuffed with avocado salsa

Dessert

Carib Style Pavlova
Crisp Coconut and Ginger Pavlova with Fresh Fruit and Berry Puree

Beverages

Citrus Infused Coconut water
Local Coconuts cracked open and infused with orange, lemon, lime and cucumber then chilled and served over ice

Blue Razz Passion Mojito
Blue Curacao, Chambord, fresh passion fruit pulp, sprite, mint and fresh lime blended to perfection and served over ice

Once you finish indulging in Chef Tonya’s delicious culinary creations you’ll want to get out on the many water toys and enjoy the turquoise waters of the Bahamas, so we’ve listed all her exciting water toys for you!

Tender: 35′ 345 SXF Scout with 2 x 350 HP Yamaha outboard engines fully rigged for fishing
19′ Nautica Inflatable tender with 1 x 115 HP Yamaha engine
2 SeaDoo Waverunners (with breaking system) and 270 HP engines
2 2-person Kayaks
4 Nash Stand Up Paddle Boards
Free Cruiser Inflatable Slide
Water Skis (Adult and Child)
Wake Boards
Inflatable water chairs
Snorkeling Gear
Fishing Gear
Satellite Broadband throughout the vessel

Available at the rate of $98,000 per week in the Bahamas, charter savvy Captain Adam Huemoller and his crew are looking forward to welcoming you and your guests on board AMITIE. Contact Boatbookings now to enquire about AMITIE before she gets booked up!

Posted on September 18, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Hit the Bahamas this Easter!

What better way to spend Easter with your family than on a yacht in the Bahamas?! The Bahamas is not only known because of its beautiful weather, relaxing beaches, scrumptious cuisine, rich culture and wonderful people but also because it offers a wide array of things to do, activities and festivities to choose from. Easter is one of the best times of the year to visit and celebrate in this island country.

The Bahamas is predominantly a Christian nation, so whether you want to do your religious obligation and have fun afterwards or just simply enjoy the festive ambiance on your Easter yacht charter, this is the perfect cruising destination for you.
This season provides the visitors religious and amusing things to do in the Bahamas, but don’t worry if you’re not religious – there’s still something for everyone!

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Food is the universal language and this island country offers almost everything to satisfy your taste buds. During the Holy Week many Bahamians feast on the local bounty of seafood as they avoid consuming meat. Easter Sunday is celebrated otherwise and the usual menu consists of a big juicy ham, chicken or turkey, salad, peas and rice, baked macaroni and cheese, sweet potatoes and local desserts such as Guava Duff and coconut of pineapple tarts. You might want to go for a nice walk on the beach to burn off some of those calories! The Bahamas is a fantastic destination if you consider yourself a ‘foodie‘.

Easter Monday is the holiday that marks the beginning of the beach picnicking season for Bahamians – the southern Atlantic waters have finally warmed up enough for the locals to go swimming! This is the perfect day to escape to your own private beach for a beach picnic prepared by your own chef. There are also many cookouts in public parks on the Nassau waterfront as well as homecomings and regattas held in many of the Out Islands if you want to experience some more of the local culture.

Send a charter enquiry to the Boatbookings team now to organise your spring break in the Bahamas!

Posted on September 17, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Top 10 Motor Yachts for Your Holidays in the Bahamas

Now that the kids are back to school and the summer is almost over it’s time to plan your next yachting holiday in the Bahamas before everything is booked up!

With sapphire-blue waters everywhere and foot-print free beaches to explore with your family and friends, why not make the Bahamas your holiday destination this year?! Pick up your yacht in Nassau, Bahamas and head down to the Exumas for the holiday of a lifetime. The Exumas are an archipelago of 365 cays and islands just 35 miles south of Nassau. There is an abundance of places to go diving, snorkeling and fishing plus you can swim with the Nurse Sharks at Compass Cay, explore the Mangrove Creek on Shroud Cay, visit the swimming pigs on Great Major Cay … the list goes on and on! Here is an example itinerary of what you could get up to.

Top 10 Motor Yachts in the Bahamas still available for the holidays:

USHER, 154’ Delta 10 guests in 5 staterooms $225,000.00 per week, plus expenses	KATYA, 151’ Delta 12 guests in 5 staterooms $168,000.00 per week, plus expenses
LADY M, 147’ Intermarine 10 guests in 5 staterooms $125,000.00 per week, plus expenses	LADY BEE, 142’ Christensen 12 guests in 6 staterooms $130,000.00 per week, plus expenses – 10 day minimum
TRISARA, 130’ Westport 10 guests in 5 staterooms $115,000.00 per week, plus expenses	IMPULSIVE, 126’ Norship 8 guests in 4 staterooms $65,000.00 per week, plus expenses
GIGI II, 125’ Hargrave 8 guests in 4 staterooms $85,000.00 per week, plus expenses	DOMINO, 112’ Westport 8 guests in 4 staterooms $49,500.00 per week, plus expenses
MILK MONEY, 112’ Westport 8 guests in 4 staterooms $48,950.00 per week, plus expenses	CARBON COPY, 101’ Hargrave 8 guests in 4 staterooms $45,000.00 per week, plus expenses

Contact one of the team at Boatbookings to assist you in booking your holiday in the Bahamas.

Posted on September 4, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Catamaran Cruise in the Caribbean Anyone?

Catamarans have always been very popular amongst charter guests. Be it a power cat or a traditional sailing catamaran, the level of performance is superb, making them ideal for those looking to explore and travel more during their charter. This performance is certainly not at the expense of comfort. The wide beam, a characteristic on all catamarans, creates space for huge salons, ample outdoor space and generous staterooms. A catamaran charter spent gliding across the crystal clear Caribbean Sea is the perfect antidote to to post Christmas and winter blues to which us European folk have become all too accustomed.

As already mentioned, space is not an issue with catamarans, tri-deck catamarans such as ATLANTIS II, offering truly indulgent levels of space, are a diamond dozen however!

Her interior is simple, laid back and comfortable, perfectly encapsulating the Caribbean approach to life. The cabins are decorated in the same style. Spacious and furnished with inviting beds, these staterooms are blissfully relaxing and comfortable.

With the sun shining and the turquoise water below inviting you in, it is above deck where most guests will spend the lion’s share of their time on board. A large aft deck and masses of open space on the forward deck are great for relaxing in the shade or working on your tan. When you fancy cooling off, a hydraulic platform offers easy access to and from the water and when white sand is spotted on the horizon, simply glide up onto the beach, drop the ladder and run ashore.

ZINGARA is a fantastic alternative for those looking for a sailing catamaran. A terrific crew greet you on board, allowing you to sit back, relax and admire the view. The range of water toys available on board is just superb. From jet skis to paddle board, scuba gear to hobie cats, ZINGARA has it all. Don’t take my word for it though, check out the video below to see the life of luxury that awaits you on board.

If you are interested in chartering ZINGARA, ATLANTIS II, or any of our other yachts, don’t hesitate to contact the Boatbookings team.

Posted on July 11, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓

Spring Break! Indulgent Get Aways Aboard NAHEMA IV and SEA BOSS

At Boatbookings we are privileged to be part of an industry which lurches from one luxurious high season to the next. When the sun leaves the French and Italian Riviera for another year in Autumn, we are comforted by the fact that there is plenty of sun still to be found in the BVI and the Bahamas over Christmas and into Spring Break. Teenagers shouting, “Woo, spring break! Cancun 2k15!” will strike fear and horror into many more sophisticated individuals and rightly so. Never fear however, there are plenty of luxurious and more peaceful alternatives.

NAHEMA IV is a fine example of what life on a crewed catamaran can be like. Soak up some rays on the aft deck, dine al fresco and enjoy the Caribbean sea breeze or spread out on the forward trapeze and let lazy afternoons drift by while the sea rushes beneath you.

Below deck, life aboard NAHEMA IV is no less indulgent. The salon is light, airy and beautifully lit both during the day and at night. Dark woods contrast beautifully with light and inviting furnishings to create an elegant environment, perfect for unwinding and relaxing.

SEA BOSS is another superb option. This 60′ power cat provides a great combination of style, grace and performance. The salon is stunning and wonderfully spacious, a great space to sit back and enjoy a film in the evenings. The contemporary theme is continued in the cabins which are well-appointed and comfortable.

Above deck there is an impressive amount of space. Whether you are sipping on a cocktail on the vast, teak-decked aft deck or admiring the stunning views from the flybridge, you can’t help but be blown away.

If you are interested in chartering NAHEMA IV, SEA BOSS or one of our superb range of yachts available in the Bahamas and the BVI, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Posted on July 4, 2014 by admin — No Comments ↓