Cannes Film Festival, Day 4 – Like Father Like Son – Our Yacht Nominee: Phinisi 50!

Day 4 of the prestigious Cannes Film Festival sees the premiere of Hirokazu Koreeda’s ‘Soshite chichi ni naru,’ Like Father Like Son. It is the heart wrenching tale of Ryota Nonomiya, a successful business man who’s driven by money but discovers that his biological son was switched with another child at birth. Ryota has earned everything he has by his hard work and believes nothing can stop him from pursuing his perfect life as a winner. However, when he receives an unexpected call from the hospital explaining that his biological son was switched at birth, he is forced to make a life-changing decision, to choose between ‘nature’ and ‘nurture.’ Seeing Ryota’s devotion to his ‘son’ even after learning his origin, is a truly fascinating tale but the plot darkens when he begins to question his existence as a father after all these years.

The globally acclaimed screen writer and director Hirokazu Koreeda originates from Tokoyo, Japan. He has come a long way from his first feature, Maborosi in 1995, based on a Teru Miyamoto novel and drawn from his own experiences while filming. He has won jury prizes at both Venice and Chicago Film Festival and seeks to obtain the highly coveted Palme d’or, this year in Cannes. This highly anticipated film screens at 11:30 and 22:00 on Saturday 18th of may, 2013.

In keeping with the authentic oriental theme of Like Father Like Son, why not charter the luxurious Phinisi 50, a magnificent crewed sailing yacht that is available for charter from the turquoise waters of the Andaman through to the picturesque Indonesian Islands. She is lavishly furnished, spacious and extremely comfortable. She boasts accommodation for up to 10 guests thanks to her 5 well designed cabins, all with immaculate en suites. Beautiful oriental decorations that line this Phinisi 50, create a beautiful setting and peaceful atmosphere. The upper deck is very spacious, sit back and relax on one of the many hand crafted deck chairs and marvel at the glorious coastline. She is fully equipped with all the latest mod cons; including plasma TV’s and DVD players. Walk in showers, king sized beds and silk upholstery are just a few of the on board luxuries on this memorable sailing charter.

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.

Posted on May 18, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

A Guide to the French Riviera: Yacht Charters For Large Groups

Chartering a luxury yacht on the French Riviera for more than 12 guests is a lot trickier than you might think. Due to maritime law, the vast majority of charter yachts are limited to 12 guests for safety reasons. However, at Boatbookings.com, we have established long and successful relationships with a number of key suppliers who have obtained permits to cruise with more than 12 guests. Whether you want a luxurious super yacht or a slow cruising catamaran, we have a selection of stunning event yachts for every occasion.

So how do you choose the perfect yacht to spend your next corporate or personal celebratory event? Two of our favourite large event yachts on the French Riviera are SHERAKHAN and NINAH. SHERAKHAN is a stunning Verkerk 228ft super yacht, accommodating up to 26 guests in 13 cabins. She epitomises luxury in every area, especially her lounges and vast deck spaces. Whether you wish to spend the majority of your time in the atrium, jacuzzi, lounges or simply relaxing on one of her decks, you will have an unforgettable experience.

NINAH is a large Fountain Pajot 78ft Tahiti crewed catamaran that accommodate up to 56 passengers for luxurious sailing trips from Cannes. Sit on her decks and let the wind brush through your hair whilst relaxing with your closest friends or colleagues. Her crew are extremely professional, as well as good fun, ensuring that all of your guests receive the very best service.

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Posted on April 26, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

2013 Monte Carlo Masters and Monaco Grand Prix on a Luxury Yacht Charter

The weather is getting warmer, the days are becoming longer and the French Riviera is preparing itself for what is bound to be another cracking summer! April sees the 2013 Antibes Yacht Show and the Monte Carlo Masters tennis tournament come to town, creating a buzz on the luxurious Côte d’Azur, where everyone starts to get excited about the upcoming summer season. The Antibes Yacht Show is one of the largest boat shows in the world and provides brokers the perfect opportunity to review yachts for this summer’s season in the West Mediterranean.

The Monte Carlo Masters is an annual tennis tournament, which features the highest ranked players on the ATP Tour. Although it appears that Novak Djokovic may have to pull out due to injury, Andy Murray and Rafael Nadal will be at the tournament searching for form ahead of the extremely prestigious French Open Grand Slam at Roland Garros. May sees the world famous Cannes Film Festival and Monaco Grand Prix come to the French Riviera, two of the worlds most famous events. Spot the stars of the movie world as they walk down the famous red carpet at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes. The Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most competitive and unpredictable Formula One motor races in the world. There is nothing to rival the atmosphere of these two events and you should definitely check them out while you’re in town.

While all these prestigious and luxurious events are in town, there is no better time or place to charter a luxury yacht. Whether it is for corporate or personal entertaining, chartering a luxury yacht provides unforgettable memories for everyone involved. Charter a stunning Mangusta like BEAR MARKET and head towards Monaco to celebrate these events. She accommodates up to 8 guests in 4 cabins, as well as 12 passengers for day charters and 20 for corporate events at dock. She is one of the sleekest, fastest and most sought after Mangusta motor yachts on the French Riviera. Enquire today before it is too late!

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Posted on April 11, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

A Guide to Chartering a Luxury Yacht on the French Riviera Part I

The French Riviera is the perfect destination for your luxury summer charter. We have so much to offer all the way along the coast of the Côte D’Azur, as it’s such a popular destination with our clients. Whether you’re looking for a sailing yacht or motor yacht, bareboat or crewed, there’s something for you along this coastline. The French Riviera is home to glitz and glamour, good weather and great food. This section of the Mediterranean coastline is so inviting, but the roads can get pretty busy sometimes – the best way to explore the Côte D’Azur is on your own private charter yacht.

Monaco.
Home to House of Grimaldi and the Monaco Grand Prix, this may be the second smallest principality in the world but it knows how to get noticed. With the prestigious Casino de Monte Carlo and Hotel de Paris, Monaco is a great place to explore, whether you choose to start your charter here or visit as part of your itinerary.

A great choice for a day charter out of Monaco is DIABLO, a Cantieri Navali del Mediterraneo. Devilishly good looking, she cruises at 38 knots, so is perfect if you have a need for speed and style. Accommodating up to 10 guests, DIABLO is available to charter from 4,200 € per day.

Are you interested in chartering on the French Riviera? 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.

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Posted on January 25, 2013 by admin

Are You Looking to Charter a Luxury Yacht for the 2013 Monaco Grand Prix?

The Monaco Grand Prix is one of the most prestigious Formula 1 races in the world. Racing through the streets of glamorous Monte Carlo, passing the Hotel de Paris and Casino de Monte Carlo, and along Port Hercule, home to the Piscine and La Racasse. The Grand Prix is to be held this year on the 26th May, coinciding with the end of the Cannes Film Festival, so is definitely going to be a big event this year!

One of the biggest races on the Forumla 1 calendar, the Monaco Grand Prix has no margin for error. With narrow and twisting streets, overtaking is almost impossible – drivers need to show off their most impressive skills if they want to make it to the top spot! Many people will flock to Monaco every year to see this celebrated race, and given there is only so much space in the stands, one of the best places to watch from is your own private yacht! Whether you choose to moor outside the port and travel in by tender to see the race or see the race pass by right in front of you from your own berth in the harbour, a yacht is the only way to experience the Grand Prix in luxury.

So, if you are looking for a yacht to charter for the Grand Prix, have a look at what we can offer you. If you want to watch the race from the deck, SENSEI is a brilliant choice. She is designed with extreme attention to detail, and can host up to 70 guests at berth – SENSEI would be a fantastic choice if you want to have a Grand Prix party!

QUID PRO QUO is also highly recommended for the Formula 1 race. With a beautifully designed interior and decks that invite you to kick back and relax, she is fantastic choice for charter. What better way to watch the race go past? Even when the race moves away from the port, you can keep up to date on what’s happening around thetrack because QUID PRO QUO has Sky TV – you won’t miss a moment of the action.

Looking to charter a yacht for the Monaco Grand Prix? Head to www.boatbookings.com, the leading online yacht charter broker, or email us at [email protected] and one of our Charter Specialists will get back to you shortly.

Posted on January 14, 2013 by admin