We already know Miami is the place to be this winter, why not enjoy the best of British but with better weather?! TUONO is a Sunseeker Manhattan 74, embodying and exuding the sleek and sporty but spacious style associated with her manufacturer. Charter TUONO and you can enjoy a yacht from famed the British manufacturer, combined with the party atmosphere of Miami’s coastlines. Take a day trip to Nikki Beach or a long weekend and head to the Bimini islands in the Bahamas for some incredible fishing opportunities.
She’s more than equipped for families and big groups, with not one but two jet skis, kayaks and other water toys to keep yourselves entertained as you cruise the golden coasts of Florida. Her spacious flybridge provides a magnificent vantage point to enjoy a barbecue al fresco or under the shade of the bimini.
The crew of 3 will ensure your charter is unforgettable in the famed American customer service style. Do not miss this opportunity to escape to the sunny climes of Miami this winter and enjoy our range of fantastic boats available for day and week charters!
Part 2 of the exhilarating, snorkeling hotspots blog brings us to the picturesque Andros Island in the exotic Bahamas. Charter a luxury yacht in the Bahamas and visit one of the best snorkeling destinations in the world. Andros Island is an archipelago within the Bahamas and has an area greater than all 700 Bahamian islands combined. The island boasts the greatest botanical and marine life diversity than any other island in the Bahamas and possesses the third largest barrier reef in the world.
The marine biosphere of Andros Island is truly astonishing, an abundance of mangrove swamps, ocean craters, shallow sands and tidal streams form a rich and prosperous marine life. The island’s sprawling coral reef is made up of oceanic craters and vertical caves creating a rich dark and light blue ocean. Dean’s Blue Hole on Long Island in the Bahamas is the deepest oceanic crater known to man.
Andros Island boasts the best snorkeling and deep sea diving in the whole of the Bahamas. Marvel at the majestic humpback whales following their yearly migration route or the pilot whales that frequently visit these warm and inviting shores. Stingrays frolic in the shallow waters, swarms of French grunts scurry across the ocean floor and Caribbean reef sharks lurk in the depths. Sea turtles, grouper, snapper and even bottlenose dolphins can be admired in the crystal blue water that engulfs Andros Island.
AT LAST is a luxurious motor yacht berthed in the Bahamas. She boasts 5 lavish and well-furnished cabins suitable for 10 guests. AT LAST has a well designed water-jet system and a very low draft (1.68 meters) which makes her ideally suited for chartering in the Bahamas. Spacious decking, en suite bathrooms, Jacuzzi and an incredible array of water toys make this a luxury charter to remember.
At Boatbookings,we organise luxury yacht charters all around the world with our highly qualified team. We leave no stone unturned in matching not just the yacht and the destination to your requirements but also the crew, itineraries and all other subtle aspects that comes together to create a charter of a life timekids inflatable obstacle course!
The Caribbean is often described as the crossroads of the world, thanks to the trade winds that lead many from all over the world to the British Virgin Islands. History has seen a succession of conquerors and cultures pass, bringing with them many distinctive foods, flavours and styles of cookery that remain very popular today. The Arawaks were followed by the Caribs, who saw explorers and sea captains knock on their door as they travelled in the search of the New World. Colonists, settlers and descendants of Spanish, Dutch, English and French origin brought with them their respective cultures and cuisines. The East Indian population left their mark on the local cuisine with their distinctive curries [Colombos}, condiments [Chutneys] and Roti, which remain present to this day.
The African Slave population brought many exotic foodstuffs, such as Okra and Yams, as well as many greens, beans and roots. These ingredients combined with their cooking techniques and seasonings created Creole cookery and famous dishes such as Gumbo, which can be found all over the Caribbean and southern United States. Whilst browsing the Internet, we came across a fantastic recipe on the Sugar Apple Blog for a Spicy Chicken and Sausage Gumbo, which we thought we would share with you. The combination of the holy trinity [Celery/Bell Pepper/ Onion] with the spice of the chilli pepper, smoky sausage and okra is a match made in heaven!
Spicy Caribbean Chicken and Sausage Gumbo
1 pound okra, cut into 1/4? slices
6 tablespoons cooking oil
1 large green bell pepper, cored, seeded and diced
2 stalks celery, diced 2 medium onions, peeled and diced
1 scotch bonnet or other hot pepper, minced (optional)
2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1 pound andouille sausage or smoked kielbasa, cut in half lengthways and cut crosswise into 1/2? slices
6 tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced OR 2 tins diced tomatoes
4 cups chicken stock
1 bay leaf
5-6 sprigs fresh thyme
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, trimmed of fat and cut into 1 1/2? cubes
Not much of a cook? Want your own private chef to cook you a taste of the Caribbean? Want to sample some of the best Caribbean cuisine on your own luxury yacht charter? We would love to make both of these things a reality and arrange an experience of a lifetime on a crewed catamaran, motor or sailboat. We have a great selection of boats for all budgets and one of our favourites this month is MOONSTONE, a 62ft Sunreef Catamaran with 4 fantastic cabins. There is no better way to enjoy her this Winter than to host a private dining event with close friends and family in her open-plan saloon. Accommodation is provided in 3 double en-suite cabins and a twin, which are decorated in a contemporary, yet classic style.
Chartering a luxury catamaran, motor or sailing yacht has never been so simple, thanks to our dedicated team of charter brokers who will help you plan the trip of a lifetime anywhere in the world. Here at Boatbookings, we pride ourselves on customer service and we will not stop until we find you the perfect yacht. There are 10 simple steps from turning a dream into a reality.
Step 1 – Most importantly, guests must decide where they would like to start their charter and what sort of yacht they would like. We offer charters from all around the world, including the United States, the Caribbean, French & Italian Riviera’sand the Far East. We have access to a vast amount of motorboats, sailboats and catamarans in each of these destinations.
The natural beauty of the BVI
Step 2 – Once you have decided where and how you want to travel, contact us. Please enquire via our website or send an email to [email protected]. Once we have received your enquiry, one of our brokers will assist you and start searching for suitable yachts.
Step 3 – We ask guests to provide the following information, so that we can gain a clearer idea of what you really want. Are you looking for a bareboat or a crewed charter? Are your dates flexible and how long would you like to charter for? Do you have a particular budget in mind for your charter? If you are looking for a sailboat, please be aware that you must start on a Saturday for a weeks duration.
The stunning VanDutch 40, PURE DUTCH
Step 4 – Once we have received this information, our brokers will then start the search for possible yachts that meet your criteria. We will then find which yachts are available for your charter dates and propose at least three options which are suitable for you to review and compare.
Step 5 – Once you have reviewed and compared the yachts that you have been sent, our broker will then arrange the charter for you. For example, you have chosen to charter M/Y MOSKING, a stunning Mangusta 108 from Antibes, France for 4 days.
M/Y MOSKING, Mangusta 108 Luxury Motor Yacht
Step 6 – Our broker would then reserve this for you and start preparing the charter agreement and invoice. Once all the paperwork has been signed and the invoice has been paid by either bank transfer or credit card, we can start to make some final itinerary plans.
Step 7 – Our broker will arrange all the meeting details, can arrange restaurant reservations and help to organise an itinerary. For example, guests wills depart from Antibes and spend one day cruising slowly towards Monaco, enjoying a long lunch in St Jean Cap Ferrat. Then guests could head towards Portofino and along the Italian Riviera before heading back to Antibes.
The magnificent Italian Riviera town of Portofino
Step 8 – We will send a preference sheet to you to note down all the provisions you would like on the yacht. This can cover anything from champagne and wine, to food and flowers. All provisions will be bought before you step foot onboard and therefore ready for you to enjoy immediately.
Step 9 – The final meeting place and timings will be sent for your embarkation. You will be given the captains details for any last minute requests or discussions on itinerary.
The end to a perfect day onboard a Luxury Yacht
Step 10 – Guests will board and start their charter. The crew will do everything that they can to make sure that you have a successful charter. They will be able to arrange any emergency provisions and last minute restaurant reservations, leaving guests to relax fully and enjoy the natural beauty that is the French and Italian Riviera.
With summer charters well on their way in the Mediterranean, the time has come to start thinking about chartering a yacht in the British Virgin Islands, and what better place than the BVI yacht charters! Longing to get away from the cold that comes with winter in Europe, escaping to Caribbean paradise on a luxury yacht could not sound any better! We have been working on putting together a selection of our very favourite luxury charter yachts that would be just perfect for a vacation in the Caribbean this winter.
For the ultimate luxury motor yacht, we present TOP FIVE, a fabulous 157ft Christensen, sleeping up to 12 guests and with the very best facilities including a Jacuzzi, state of the art entertainment systems, and a wonderful array of fitness equipment and water toys.
For a true sailing experience, our favourite yacht is a classic 112ft Cantiere Valdettaro, TAKAPUNA. This beautiful Italian designed and made vessel is powerful, luxurious and exceedingly spacious, so it comes as no surprise that she was the winner of the Best Monohull in the Tortola Charter Show in 2011. With a great crew to whom no request is too large, you are guaranteed an excellent time on board!
PICNIC is another gorgeous motor yacht that is another one of our favourites for luxury Caribbean charters. With her sleek and modern interior as well as her wonderfully inviting al fresco dining and bar area, she is perfect for discovering all the hidden gems of the Caribbean. Again with all the facilities you could dream of and more, she is a great choice for luxury charter this winter. One of these fantastic yachts together with an BVI yacht itinerary to incorporate the very best of the Caribbean, and you could be in for the holiday of a lifetime!
If you would like to know more about chartering a luxury yacht in the Caribbean this winter, please do not hesitate to contact our team.
With summer charters well on their way in the Mediterranean, the time has come to start thinking about chartering a yacht in the British Virgin Islands, and what better place than the 
