Do you want a yacht fit for 007 himself? Following a highly successful East Med summer season, REGINA is moving to the Caribbean. It is the second consecutive year that REGINA will be cruising the likes of St Maarten and St Barths, and her crew is looking forward to pampering their guests just like in a James Bond movie! REGINA “starred” alongside Daniel Craig in Skyfall, the latest 007 James Bond film, and since then she has built an impressive and extremely loyal clientèle amongst the world jetset.
The Boatbookings team would like to send everyone a very Happy New Year and best wishes for 2014! With so much to look forward to it’s never too early to be thinking about your holiday plans for the year. We’ve compiled a very simple list of things to ensure an unforgettable year of memories with family and friends.
1. Visit Sardinia!
Following a visit to Sardinia in 2013, Charles and Tom from our team cannot recommend it enough. Whether you’re looking to sail the beautiful east coast and experience the breathtaking National Park of La Maddalena, see the picturesque turquoise waters of Carloforte or enjoy the buzzing hot spot of Porto Cervo there’s something for you! If you’re stuck for where to see this summer, we guarantee Sardinia will provide you with an unforgettable charter holiday.
SAFRA is a sleek and sexy Azimut 86S, perfect for seeing Sardinia in style!
2. Book your Spring Break and Winter Vacations to get the top picks in the Caribbean!
With an ever-growing demand for yachts over the two busiest holiday periods in the Caribbean, the Boatbookings team recommend getting in early to gain access to the best yachts available. Whether you’re looking for a bareboat charter, crewed catamaran or luxury motor yacht someone on the team has the best knowledge and experience of cruising grounds and boats to help you fully experience the magic of this area.
There’s no better way to experience the Caribbean that by catamaran, and there’s no better catamaran than Lagoon 52 FREEDOM!
FREEDOM is a brand new Lagoon 52 luxury sailing catamaran and a result of close collaboration between the architects at Van Peteghem-Lauriot Prévost, the Italian Nauta Design agency and the Lagoon design department. They have yet again succeeded in creating that which embodies everything charterers could want from a catamaran – luxurious on board living, comfort, safety, user friendliness and performance under sail.
The soft shades, fluent lines and luxurious materials give both the interior and exterior of this fabulous yacht a generous and open feel. FREEDOM boasts a fantastic aft deck with plenty of space for al fresco dining and provides a wonderful platform from which to use the yachts many water toys. Inside, her calm exterior offers a tranquil space to relax after an invigorating days sailing.
She is a firm favourite here at Boatbookings and comes highly recommended with Charter Broker Adam says that “the owner barred no expense in the production of this yacht. It provides guests the finest of luxuries through out and the captain on board is one of the very best around.
Following on from October’s edition of our top 5 luxury charter yachts in the West Mediterranean, November’s edition aims to bring you the very best crewed catamarans for the upcoming BVI and Caribbean season. There is no better way to spend your christmas vacation than in the natural beauty of the BVIwith both friends and family on a luxury crewed catamaran charter, which allows you to relax and spend time with loved ones. Tortola is renowned for being one of the leading sailing destinations in the world, with beautiful white sandy beaches and turquoise waters. The north coast of the island is where you will find the best beaches, perfect for sailing, surfing, scuba diving and snorkeling. The turquoise waters of Smugglers Cove, on the western tip of the island, are particularly popular with snorkelers but never feel overly crowded. It really is paradise. The first of our top crewed catamarans is CATTITUDE, a 75ft Privilege Alliaura with 4 beautiful cabins and a great crew. She is brand new and offers a sumptuous black and white decor throughout, giving a contemporary yet elegant feel to the vessel. All four cabins have en-suite bathroom facilities, making this a great option for chartering with a close set of friends, as each couple will have their own suite. The master cabin features a generous suite, with a king sized bed, his and her sinks, a jacuzzi bath tub and a hydro massage shower. Guests will find all the modern technology that they will need, including the very latest iPod music system, as well as a large set of water toys to keep the kids happy! She is booked over Christmas and New Year, but remains at your disposal for many weeks in December, January and February so don’t miss the opportunity of a lifetime to charter her in the BVI or the Grenadines.
The second of our favourite crewed catamarans is IN THE WIND, a 62ft 2011 Sunreef with 4 stunning cabins. The Boatbookings.com view of this yacht is simple: “A high performance luxury sailing catamaran – guaranteed to exceed expectations” She is a great choice for your Christmas luxury yacht charter and will not disappoint even the most discerning guests. She has plenty of water toys and games on board, including water ski’s, Sea-doos, kayaks and diving gear to satisfy the whole family. Her styling is bold and incorporates dark wood with bold fixtures and fittings, making her quite unique in the crewed catamaran market. Her cabins are spacious and comfortable and provide excellent sleeping quarters for both friends and family. There is no better way to enjoy this luxury crewed catamaran than on her Flybridge, offering great space for the whole family to relax, socialise and soak up all that the BVI has to offer.
If you would like to find out more information on how to charter in the BVI or anywhere else in the world, please do so via our website www.boatbookings.com. If you are interested in any of the boats listed, please enquire through the page links to the yachts or send an email to [email protected]. Watch this space for Part II of our favourite November luxury crewed catamarans. To view our top 5 yachts for the upcoming season in the Western Mediterranean, please click here.
The crew of JAMBALAYA invite charter clients aboard to discover Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, an island country in the Lesser Antilles chain. This alluring Caribbean region offers exciting adventures, captivating land and water activities, outstanding natural beauty and very friendly and welcoming people.
DAY ONE: Young Island to Bequia
Set sail from Young Island to Bequia, the largest island in the Grenadines and an easy 1.5-hour run. There are several wrecks and shallow caves accessible to advanced divers. Besides many species of parti-colored fish, snorkelers can view Hawksbill turtles, lobsters, even spot a moray eel. Swim in the sparkling, turquoise sea then relax on deck for cocktails and dinner. For nightlife ashore, visit the Frangipani and dance to the rocking rhythm of steel drums.
DAY TWO: Princess Margaret’s BaySwim and breakfast while anchored off the pristine beach of Princess Margaret’s Bay. Dingy ashore to explore this exquisite little island with its shops and bars encircling the harbor front, strung together by a beach and a path. Enjoy a superb lunch on board and then spend a relaxing afternoon of swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling or canoeing.
DAY THREE: Princess Margaret’s Bay to Mustique
Depart from Princess Margaret’s Bay on a delightful two to three hour sail to Mustique, a famously idyllic island with magnificent beaches and several coral reefs. Mustique has attracted many celebrities over the years from Queen Elizabeth II to Amy Winehouse. Traverse pristine beaches and hilly woodland on foot or horseback, or laze under a coconut palm hut at Macaroni Beach, #14 of the World’s 21 Sexiest Beaches according to The Travel Channel. Then go for cocktails at the internationally renowned Basil`s Bar, or the Firefly, or Cotton House.
DAY FOUR: Mustique to Tobago Cays
Sailing to the Tobago Cays entails a captivating four-hour, off wind ride that passes Canouan along the way. This is an excellent opportunity for the fishing enthusiasts on board to bait a line. Drop anchor in the arms of the horseshoe reef surrounding the Jewels of the Grenadines and spend a thrilling afternoon snorkeling over brilliant corals teeming with fish. Take a dinghy expedition to Jamesby to bask on the pristine white sand beach.
DAY FIVE: Tobago Cays
Jambalaya at anchor
Spend a leisurely day relaxing in the Tobago Cays, an intimate cluster of five uninhabited cays. This idyllic yachting anchorage is a dream for scuba divers, a paradise for beachcombers, and a film location for Pirates of the Caribbean. Tobago Cays Marine Park is one of the world’s most awe-inspiring island destinations. Swim with the turtles off Baradel, or snorkel on the south side of Petit Bateau among fantastic coral and really big fish. Kite surfing enthusiasts who usually launch from Petit Rameau and sail upwind to the inner edge of Horseshoe Reef revere these cays. Back on the yacht, the chef will prepare a gourmet selection of local produce and fresh seafood for a sublime dinner pared with a perfect wine.
Jambalaya anchored in Petit St. Vincent
DAY SIX: Tobago Cays to Petit St. Vincent
In takes just an hour sailing time to reach the private island of Petit St. Vincent. En route stop at miniature Mopion Island to do a bit of beachcombing and indulge in a refreshing swim. Most visitors to Petit St. Vincent come for the tranquility. Yet, if you are feeling energetic there are walking trails, superb fishing, snorkeling, scuba diving, and kayaking. The Petit St Vincent Resort features a spa as well as a lush garden bar with adjacent wine cellar, perfect for a celebration of the sunset.
DAY SEVEN: Petit St Vincent to Union Island
Happy Island, a man-made island in Clifton harbour
Sail to the final destination of Union Island, passing close to scenic Palm Island. Union Island is a breathtakingly beautiful place to swim, snorkel, dive, sea kayak, sunbath, read or stretch your legs on a hike. Dinghy over to Happy Island that is entirely made of conch shells. Then head back to the yacht to relish an amazing Creole dinner, a chef’s specialty.
DAY EIGHT: Union Island to Young Island
Peter & Sylvie
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and then an excursion to visit to the town before bidding a fond farewell to Clifton Harbour, Union. Set sail for Young Island capturing final memories of the beauty that surrounds you to treasure until your next charter vacation in the spectacular Grenadines.
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