Category Archives: Cannes

Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show 2008

The Cannes International Boat and Yacht Show 2008 is fast approaching and preparations are already underway.  The chance to showcase and exhibit to a global audience has this year attracted more than 630 of the finest yachts in the world, along with boatbuilders, service providers, equipment manufacturers and interior designers to name a few of thCannese other exhibits avaliable.  This event offers the chance to not only see the yachts but experience them on the open sea, an opportunity not to be missed.

The show this year runs from 10th-15th September.

Cannes is also host to many other international events such as the Film Festival, MIPM and the International Fireworks Competition.  These events can be turned into an even more extravagant experience by staying on a yacht and visiting the famously beautiful French Riviera.  So why not look into chartering a yacht for next year's events?  It's the only way to be seen on the Cote d'Azur!

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Mipim 2009 Berth Update

The rules changed this year – the Cannes Port Authority opened the application window the 17th of March – literally at the end of the 2008 show.  Once the first 60 complete applications are in, they will sit and assign places on the Quai Albert Edouard.  After this, they will accept 30 more applications, and when these are received, they will assign the berths on the Quai du Large (across the harbour, not alongside the Palais.

As we write this, over 60 applications have been received. So if you are interested in getting a berth for next year, if you hurry you may still be able to get a berth on the Quai du Large, but all paperwork must be in soon!  For complete information, see MIPIM Yacht Charter.

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Getting a boat into MIPIM 2009

We get nearly 2 requests per day for a boat for MIPIM in the old port, right next to the Palais des Festivals. While we'd be thrilled to fulfill every request, there are only 60 possible places on the Jetee Albert Edouard, and applications from 250 companies who want a boat.

There is a very specific process for getting a boat into MIPIM. Basically it's first come, first served – with a very extensive file required (contract, license, proof of payment, references, etc). We can process this application for you, but strongly recommend booking a boat for next year right now, so you'll be first in line. The submission date is in September, but the port of Cannes time stamps all applications and they're looked at in order of time stamp.

Here is information about chartering a yacht at MIPIM 2009 – we'd be happy to help!

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MIPIM yacht availability

MIPIM is a huge real estate industry trade show that takes place every year in Cannes, France during the month of March.  Of interest to the boating community are the large number of spectacular yachts that are chartered to sit alongide the Palais des Festivals, serving as trade show booths and entertainment venues at the show.

If you’re interested in chartering a yacht for MIPIM, you have already missed the main deadline for submission of your berth application (which was September 10).  But don’t dispair, there are still lots of things that can be done to make a “splash” at MIPIM, such as hiring a yacht for a party in Port Canto, or simply taking your best clients on a cruise to St Tropez.  Click here for complete information about chartering a yacht at MIPIM.

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Cannes to St Tropez Itinerary

Day Motor Trip: Cannes, Iles Lerins, La Napoule, Estorel, Frejus, St. Tropez

Cannes, being midway between St Tropez and Monaco, is an ideal place to start a day trip. Depending on the weather, you can head Northwest to Nice, Villefranche and Monaco, or Southeast to La Napoule, Estorel, Frejus and St Tropez.

Here is a sample itinerary South from Cannes – perfect for a day charter

Cannes Meet the boat and leave from Cannes. Circle around the beautiful bay to see the town and Croisette from the water and zip over the the Iles de Lerins. There is clear water for snorkelling and usually plenty of boats to check out between the two islands. If you have plenty of time, get out for a hike around the island.Then head onward – there’s a lot more to the day! First you’ll head past la Bocca, where there are some nice sandy beaches that are less “flash” than Cannes.
La Napoule See the Castle of la Napoule – from the water or stop and see the museum and gardens if you wish. There’s a small beach near the castle as well. La Napoule also boasts a 3* Michelin restaurant called “the Oasis”.
Esterel , St Rapheal and Frejus You’ll continue past beautiful small port towns as you approach the Estorel, an enormous and stunning rock formation. Then on to St Raphael and Frejus. Frejus has long sandy white beaches, and inland boats Roman ruins.
St Tropez There are really two St Tropez’s, the old town with its shops, winding streets and rows of Mangustas in the port, and the beaches on the other side of the peninsula, famous for the white sands and private beach restaurants.Most people chose to arrive at the beaches, for which the town is world famous. Make your reservations for any of the numerous restaurants and anchor offshore along with the Mangustas, Rivas and hundreds of other beautiful yachts. All of the beach restaurants have a different character, from relaxed to “flash”, but all offer good dining, social life, and of course comfortable beach chairs on which to relax for an afternoon. To see the stars, try to get into Club 55. For a very relaxed day with good service, we recommend Tropezina.
Cannes Sadly, you need to get the boat back to Cannes, after a memorable day out. The return trip, past all of the above sights, will take approximately an hour in a motor boat.
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