Charter Luxury Yacht WILD THYME for a Vacation to Remember on a classic Benetti

big_wild-thyme---12-main610If you are looking for a WILD THYME then this is the yacht for you! There is a fantastic opportunity to charter her this Friday 23rd August for one week only, in what is a gap in her booking that could provide potential clients with a charter of a lifetime!

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Why not charter this magnificent yacht from the South of France on 23rd August to Bonafacio in a one way charter that showcases the very best the Mediterranean has to offer? WILD THYME is a stunning Benetti 120ft accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 beautifully appointed en-suite cabins (3 doubles and 2 twins) and would be a perfect way to celebrate a friend or love ones birthday or anniversary in supreme luxury.

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Depart from Cannes and cruise past the Illes de Lerins towards Saint-Florent in the northern tip of Corsica where you can use the extensive water toys off Saleccia, one of the most beautiful beaches around. From there you have the rest of the week to cruise past other jewels of the Mediterranean such as Calvi, Girolata, Propiano and even perhaps La Maddelana and Porto Cervo in Sardinia before returning to Bonafacio on 30th August.

Charter Broker Cordelia here at Boatbookings said “it is a rare and fantastic opportunity to do a one way charter to Bonafacio, to see the whole of the west cost of Corsica that one of the most spectacular and picturesque coast lines in the Mediterranean.”

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WILD THYME combines elegance and performance with practicality to create a unique yacht available to charter in the Mediterranean. On deck she provides large amounts of deck space on which to soak up the sun or have cocktails under the stars, she is perfect for entertaining guests or celebrating with friends and family alike. Inside, she is sumptuously appointed and what with the attentions of the diligent and dynamic crew, you will be sure to have a superb charter!

Cannes Film Festival, Day 9 – La Vie d'Adele (Blue is the Warmest Colour) – Our Yacht Nominee: BABY LOVE!

Blue_is_the_warmest_colourDay 9 of the Cannes Film Festival features La Vie d'Adele  or in English as it is known, Blue is the Warmest Colour. It is the longest film up for the coveted Palme d'Or, at 179 minutes but is typical of director, Abdellatif Kechiche and his intimate and fastidious style in which he allows long takes to develop the characters and tensions in a natural, realistic manner. It is a film loosely adapted by Kechiche from the prize-winning graphicBlue_is_the_warmest_colour. novel by Julie Maroh, “Le Bleu est une couleur chaude”, and portrays a deeply moving portrait of 15-year-old girl getting to grips with her sexual identity and the trials and tribulations of this young love. With a phenomenal performance from Lea Seydoux and a fantastic debut from newcomer, Adele Exarchopoulos it poses intriguing questions from that of  gender and sexual identity to issues of social belonging.

Carrying on from this theme of young love, our yacht nominee is BABY LOVE – a lovely Sarnico 65 accommodating up to 6 guests in 3 cabins and available to charter in Corsica and Sardinia. With three large, en suite cabins BABY LOVE has all of the amenities and technology that you could possibly need. With fantastic areas on deck, she is perfect for sunbathing, relaxing and socializing with friends. What's more she has an incredible top speed of 39 knots meaning it will take no time at all to cruise from destination to destination.

Why not check out our honeymoon charter guide if you are thinking about how best to celebrate the beginning of a new journey with a partner. At www.boatbookings.com, we are here to help you plan your perfect luxury yachting holiday. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and all the other aspects that make your charter special.

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Cannes Film Festival, Day 5 – Inside Llewyn Davis – Our Yacht Nominee: Riva Aquarama

Inside Llewyn DavisDay 5 of the Festival International de Film, and the film of the day is Inside Llewyn Davis. Directed and written by both Ethan Coen and Joel Coen, Inside Llewyn Davis recounts the story of a singer-songwriter who navigating New York’s folk music scene in the 1960s, struggling to make his name. The film stars Justin Timberlake, John Goodman and Carey Mulligan, star of The Great Gatsby which also premiered at the Cannes Film Festival on opening night.

So in keeping with the era, the traditional style of folk music and the decade of the ’60s, our yacht nominee in this Riva Aquarama, available for charter on Lake Garda, Italy.

This classic build keeps with the traditional style of the runabout boat, used for short trips here and there – though the luxury design is a bit indulgent compared to the idea of the folk music coming from the working classes! This Riva Aquarama is an original build, fromRiva Aquarama
1968 of which there were only 281 built – so the chance to be able to charter this model is rare. Return to the good old days of the Sixties with this original model, a truly delightful way to explore the towns that surround the Italian Lake Garda.

And, keeping with the theme of a classic style yacht, we know that Justin Timberlake is no stranger to these gorgeous runabouts! In the popular movie Friends With Benefits he was taken for a ride across New York on a classic wooden runabout, so not only does our choice suit the ’60s decade, it also is a ‘favourite’ of one of the film stars!

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Stay tuned to see what Day 6 of the Festival de Film will bring us, and what yachts we have in store for you…

At www.boatbookings.com, we are here to help you plan your perfect luxury yachting holiday. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and all the other aspects that make your charter special.

Charter KAWAI for Your Luxury Holiday in Sardinia!

If you’re looking to explore northern Sardinia and Corsica, KAWAI, this luxury Mangusta 92 is one of the finest ways to do so. She accommodates up to 6 guests in 3 cabins, so is perfect for a holiday with your friends and family.

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KAWAI is ideal for those looking to experience the jet-set lifestyle of those around Porto Cervo, and her sleek and sexy lines are bound to draw in plenty of attention. Cruising at a maximum speed of 40 knots, KAWAI is perfect for thrill seekers as well. With a master and VIP stateroom as well as a twin cabin, all of which are en suite, you will be sure to cruise in comfort.

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Her sprawling decks allow plenty of space for al fresco dining and topping up your tan. The swim platform and deck shower make it so easy to splash around in the sea, before cleaning off and then drying off while lying in the sun.

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Want to charter in Sardinia? At www.boatbookings.com, we are here to help you plan your perfect holiday. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their destinations and will be able to help you bring together the yacht, the crew and all the other aspects that make your charter special.

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The Best Beaches in the World on your Luxury Yacht Charter, Part I

Welcome to a series of blogs that will concentrate on exploring the world’s best beaches
on your luxury yacht charter. The top beaches for 2013 were carefully selected by travellers on Trip Advisor and range from South Wales to South America. They voted Rabbit Beach on the Sicilian island of Lampedusa as this years favourite, providing visitors with Caribbean coloured waters, white sand and a unique setting. We all have our favourite hangout spots, so what does Rabbit Beach offer that others do not?

Lampedusa is the largest island in the Italian Pelagie chain and belongs to the Sicilian province of Agrigento, which also includes the smaller islands of Linosa and Lampione The island is found at the most southernmost part of Italy and is actually closer to Tunisia (70 miles) than it is to Sicily (109 miles). Historically, Lampedusa was used as a landing point and maritime base for the Greeks and the Romans on their conquests. Today, you will find agriculture, fishing and tourism as the islands main industries. Thanks to its geographical position, Lampedusa has hot dry summers and very little rain, with average temperatures of around 26 degrees between June and September.

Chartering a luxury yacht around Sicily towards Lampedusa would be the ultimate way to explore the region in style. We would recommend the custom catamaran BLACK SWAN, which was formally known as RAFOLY. BLACK SWAN accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 modern staterooms, which feature great design features and furnishings. Her outdoor spaces are of the highest order, with a 6 person Jacuzzi on the flybridge, as well as outdoor bar and al fresco dining areas. She has an extensive list of water toys, including wake boards, seabobs and donuts. If you prefer to take things a little slower, make the most of the on board snorkeling and fishing gear, or simply swim in the crystal clear waters. If you fancy trying a new holiday destination, the area around Sicily will not disappoint and will leave you with unforgettable memories!

At www.boatbookings.com, we welcome everyone from sailing professionals to complete novices and will help you at every step of the way to make your dreams a reality. We have a team of highly skilled professionals who are extremely knowledgeable in their

destinations and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.

Watch this space for the latest industry show releases, news and gossip in the yachting world. If you liked the content on this page and our previous posts, please become a fan and like our Facebook page to receive up to date information on our publications. Follow us on Twitter and Google Plus too.