A Champagne Welcome and Gourmet Treats on board Luxury Motor Yacht O MEGA in Greece.

O MEGA super yacht is an 83m Mitsubishi Mega Yacht designed to deliver the luxury vacation of a lifetime. Last week we visited her in Greece to find out whether she does indeed live up to her reputation as one of the finest and most indulgent luxury event yachts charter in the world, and we certainly were not disappointed with what we found!

After being immediately greeted with a glass of champagne, the attentive crew continued to ensure that the utmost care was taken to guarantee us an unforgettable experience. It soon became clear that this yacht would be ideally suited to parties and corporate events; the flexible layout creates plenty of areas for entertaining and socialising as well as more intimate spaces to relax in privacy. This also makes it perfect for holidays amongst families. While the children can take full advantage of the generous games room and 65 inch home cinema, the adults can get away from it all by enjoying the stunning view from the top deck Jacuzzi, indulging in a treatment in the spa room or hitting the machines in the state of the art gym.

Every feature of this magnificent yacht is designed to create the most idyllic and indulgent surroundings imaginable. Accommodating up to 32 guests in 15 luxury ensuite cabins, the ambience of O MEGA Super Yacht is one of glamour and splendour while simultaneously retaining a very tasteful décor with her gold gilded chairs and elegant marble staircase. After starting with cocktails in the piano bar, we moved on to the lavish dining room (capacity for up to 70 seated guests) where the two fantastic chefs gave us an exclusive taste of their gourmet cuisine with an exquisite seafood risotto. With the deck space and main saloon area there is easily enough room to hold events for up to 250 guests, and with such a warm and accommodating crew on hand to cater to your needs everything is in place for a once in a lifetime experience on board a luxury yacht charter.

Chartering from both Greece and the French Riviera, this yacht would be perfect for an event such as the Monaco Grand Prix or Cannes Film Festival, or for exploring the beautiful spots Greece has to offer by choosing a luxury yacht charter in the Cycladic Islands .

Posted on May 21, 2012 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

Charter a Yacht to Club 55 for the Ultimate St Tropez experience!

May is without a doubt the most glamorous month in the calendar for the Cote d’Azur. With both the Monaco Grand Prix and Cannes Film Festival taking place in the same month, the coast is packed with the world’s elite, drawn there by the atmosphere of luxury that these events are renowned for.

Perhaps the most exclusive and chic of all the Riviera ports, St Tropez is the destination of choice for those who wish to revel in the intimate luxury of Club 55 St Tropez and other attractions. A luxury yacht charter from this famous port is a once in a lifetime experience of the best that the French Riviera has to offer: the golden sands of Pampelonne beach, tranquil waters, Michelin star cuisine and limitless shopping opportunities.

The many perks of choosing a St Tropez boat hire range from the fabulously decadent; such as soaking up the atmosphere at the famous Club 55 restaurant, to the quaint and quirky, for those who prefer to pass their time exploring the celebrated flea market or taking a stroll in the old port town.

Yacht charterers are spoilt for choice with the huge selection of classic and luxury yachts on offer in the port itself. Choose from a variety of sailboats, catamarans and motorboats, available from St Tropez or nearby ports such as Cogolin, and spend the day indulging in the relaxing and extravagant atmosphere of this unique destination!

Luxury cruising in St Tropez! — Luxury cruising in St Tropez

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

Chartering a Luxury Yacht during the Monaco Grand Prix – There’s still time!

Along with the Cannes Film Festival, the last week of May brings even more excitement to the Riviera with the highly anticipated Monaco Grand Prix. Whether you’re entertaining clients, a racing fanatic, want to spot some celebs or just want to party; chartering a luxury yacht is the perfect way to enjoy the buzz of Monte Carlo during this event. With the racing days on just Saturday and Sunday, there are plenty of other reasons to come down to the Cote d’Azur this May and really make a holiday out of a luxury yacht charter.

From super yachts berthed on the front line of the Monaco racetrack, to smaller yachts anchored just outside of the bay, Boatbookings.com can help you find the perfect charter yacht to appreciate this prestigious and exciting racing event. Since the harbour of Monaco is filled with an array of fantastic luxury yachts each year during this time, one might even argue that the yachting aspect is nearly as important and most definitely just as exciting as the Grand Prix races themselves. This is one event in the Riviera world of yachting that is certainly not to be missed!

If you’re interested in chartering a yacht during the Monaco Grand Prix please contact a member of our team and check out all the yachts we have available for day charter on the Riviera.

Posted on April 30, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

A day in the life of an intern in the Yachting Industry – Antibes Boat Show 2012

Well, not just any day, last Friday, the 13th April, and the 2nd day of the Antibes Yacht Show. Having been invited to an exclusive ‘Yacht Hop’ event, which involved a four-course meal, each course on a different yacht, I knew from the outset that I was in for a treat.

It kicked off with a champagne reception with appetizers on the sleek Sunseeker, NEW BEGINNINGS OF LONDON, where we were able to admire the elegant decoration of this beautiful charter yacht. Next was starters aboard D5, where we experienced the chef’s delightful gazpacho and cheese biscuits and then it was on to LADY SOFIA for mains, salmon cooked to perfection with asparagus wrapped in parma ham…simply delicious!

BoatBookings Team with Captain Phil on Sunseeker Vibe at the Antibes Boat Show 2012

However, it was the fourth and final sunseeker vibe (VIBE) where the party really started with chocolate mousses, fruit and chocolate fondue, strawberry daquiris and Pimms. sunseeker VIBE itself is a

fantastic vessel, sporty, sleek and modern with a great minimalistic interior and fabulously spacious cabins. Captain Phil was certainly the life and soul of the party and it’s evident that with his expert mixologist stewardess Melissa, anyone would be

guaranteed endless fun on a charter on this 23m Sunseeker.

Next we continued on into the actual Antibes Yacht Show where hundreds of beautiful yachts were all open to the visitors to explore their interiors and meet their captains and crew. We also had the opportunity to walk around the stalls and talk to businesses from all aspects of the industry. Overall, it was a fascinating experience not only to go on board some stunning yachts, but also to discover all the industries related to yachting too.

As part of the BoatBookings Editorial Team I would just like to add a note to Krisha’s article : Krisha has started new trends in the yachting industry by adding her special touch to the boating world!

Mimi and Capucine from Boatbookings sharing a laugh on Vibe

Click here to learn more about the Boatbookings Luxury Yacht Charter Intern Program.

Posted on April 24, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

The first event of the season…don’t miss the Antibes Yacht Show!

The Antibes Yacht show 2012 , from the 12th to the 15th of April will be the hotspot for any yacht lovers on the Riviera. Since it started in 2007, brokers and charters from all over the world, let alone just the Cote d’Azur region, have fled to Antibes every year for the famous display of boats, from small classic sailing yachts to huge luxury motor yachts. The well-known Port Vauban was host to more than 13,000 people last year and this figure is set to rise again this month.

What’s different about this years show is that there will be an evening, Friday 13^th, dedicated to cocktail parties on board the best charter yachts which will be a great opportunity for socializing and networking. With seminars happening, a Refit Planning Area in place, complimentary drinks and VIP services, the Antibes Yacht Show 2012 in not an event to be missed and should certainly be a highlight of this year’s calendar!

If you are going to the Antibes yacht show please do not hesitate to contact us to meet up at the Antibes Yacht Show 2012 , and also we have many day boats for hire for events of all types in the French Riviera.

Posted on April 10, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓