Experience the Splendour of the Monaco Yacht Show 2013 (Part I)

The Monaco Yacht Show is around the corner and whether you are interested in buying, renting or simply seeing some magnificent boats, there is no better place to do all three. Featuring 100 super and mega yachts with an average size of 46 m, the Monaco Yacht Show is the epitome of style, class and luxury.

MYS is the world`s leading showcase for super yachts – every year, the yachting industry’s top manufacturers, designers and brokers show off their latest and greatest in the glamourous principality. Yachts ranging from 30 to 90 metres dominate Port Hercules, which makes for a truly incredible display.

Monaco is famed for its high-end hospitality and leisure activities, and from the 25th to the 28th of September this year, it manifests this with no holds barred.

Last year, 33 000 people flocked from all corners of the planet to view la crème de la crème of the yachting world – and even more are expected this year. It is the show’s 23rd anniversary, and with 80 events organised by exhibitors in the palaces of Monte Carlo or onboard the yachts themselves, it promises to continue its history of high-class sophistication. There are a plethora of non-boat related attractions to sink your teeth into also. You can watch an opera at the exquisite Salle Garnier, gamble at the world famous Monte Carlo Casino, watch Monaco FC field their record signing Falcao, or simply wander around and immerse yourself in Monte Carlo’s incredible scenery and architecture.

Here are a few of the yachts that are on show as well as their locations, stay tuned for part two of this blog which will feature a list of our favourites competing at this year`s event.

Yacht / Tender	Location	Zone
VANTAGE	T16	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
GIORGIA	N21	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
KARIA	N11	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
LADY GULYA	N14	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
ULYSSES	N12	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
CLOUD 9	N13	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
PLATINUM	N16	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
MYSTIC	E10	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
BURKUT	E06	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
PARSIFAL IV	T37	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
FAMILY DAY	T42	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
ROSEHEARTY	T43	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
ISSANA	T10	T CENTRAL
INSPIRATION	J01	QUAI JARLAN
LADY THURAYA	C07	QUAI CHICANE
ETERNITY	J04	QUAI JARLAN
TWILIGHT	E16	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
PERLA NERO	N03	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
BALAJU	N04	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
SAI RAM	N06	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
NARA	N08	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
SHENANDOAH	N07	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
ANASTASIA	T39	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
QM OF LONDON	N05	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
VVS1	T24	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
ALUMERCIA	E15	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
ILERIA	E07	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
MORNING STAR	E17	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
KOKOMO	E03	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
ANEDIGMI	E08	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
PARAFFIN	E02	QUAI DES ETATS-UNIS
FIROUZEH	N22	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
DREAM	T13	T CENTRAL
CARPE DIEM	T09	T CENTRAL
AUSPICIOUS	C11	QUAI CHICANE
GANESHA I	T21	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
MARJORIE MORNINGSTAR	T01	T CENTRAL
MAIDELLE	T36	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
NORTHERN STAR	T40	T CENTRAL
MAD SUMMER	T18	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
FELICITA WEST	N09	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
MAR	T12	T CENTRAL
OLAH	T34	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
ENGELBERG	T11	T CENTRAL
100 EXPLORER	T25	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
NAMASTE	T19	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
SERENITY	J03	QUAI JARLAN
SUN LOVER	N02	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
NEVER SAY NEVER	N01	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
WHITE CLOUD	T41	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
NENA I	N23	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
SKAZKA	N24	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
LATITUDE	N18	QUAI DE L’HIRONDELLE
YII	T29	PONTONS FLOTTANTS
RAINBOW	T30	PONTONS FLOTTANTS

Posted on September 4, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

A Day in the Life of an Intern, Part VI

Following A Day in the Life of an Intern Part V, Part VI will give you an account of what the interns have been getting up to this summer, including a taste of the charterer life with a day on board REHAB, one of our favourite boats on the French Riviera. After a buzzing summer here at Boatbookings.com we took a day out to get a feel of what our clients get when they charter with us for a day.

We began in Antibes with a delicious continental breakfast prepared for our arrival by wonderful hostess, Kirsten. We headed west towards Cannes and the famous Îles de Lérins, a popular destination for motor and sailboats alike. With crystal blue waters and panoramic views of the coast they are the perfect spot to stop for a refreshing swim, in our case a race and lots of splashing!

After that it was time to experience the joys of water toys! We headed east, past Antibes to the stunning and historic village of Èze where we stopped, unloaded everything REHAB has to offer such as the speedy hydrojet tender, water skis, wakeboard and donuts. Competitive spirit soon emerged in order to discover who’d be the best water skier and who would stay in the donut the longest, Micheal epitomises the phrase ‘can-do captain’ and ensured everyone had the best time and got to experience the thrills that water toys have to offer!

Lunch was at Paloma Beach Club, which we cannot recommend highly enough! The views of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat are incredible with the dramatic imposing sheer cliff faces and array of super yachts keep you entertained whilst you await the delicious food. We dined on light and refreshing fresh fish dishes that left everyone more than satisfied, the service was impeccable and they have a fantastic range of French wines for every palate.

Heading back along choppy waters we all enjoyed a drink and the wind in our hair as we flew along the coast towards Villefranche, another yachting hotspot where the coast is dotted with the beautiful homes of the rich and famous. We returned to Antibes a group of well and truly satisfied customers.

After experiencing a day on REHAB it’s very clear why she’s one of the most popular yachts on the French Riviera this summer. We cannot praise the crew enough, they are friendly, attentive and guarantee that you’ll have the best time. The boat is comfortable and spacious even with 12 people on board and her performance provides a truly exhilarating experience. With dates still available this September, she’s a brilliant value opportunity not to be missed. Enquire now!

Posted on September 2, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Late Summer Charters on the French Riviera – don’t miss out!

It may seem like Summer 2013 is drawing to a close but with unbelievable offers on the best boats and plenty of sunshine still around now is the time to charter on the French Riviera!

LULU has had a fantastic reviews all summer from all who’ve chartered her, the eye-catching purple hull, ultra-modern interior and cruising speed of 40 knots means she is guaranteed to satisfy on every level. Her can-do international crew come highly recommended with the stewardess having attended a leading British cookery school!

LULU is available now from just €33,000 per week! Contact the Boatbookings.com team today, we’ll help tailor your perfect charter. Don’t miss out bouncy castle on sale!

Posted on September 2, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Speed and Luxury on the French Riviera: MOSAFA

Looking for a sleek and sexy boat for a last minute charter for a day or longer in the south of France? MOSAFA is a very beautiful Azimut 86 currently keen for charters from Antibes and around the south coast, and with reduced rates from just €30,000 per week she’s perfect for your last minute holidays exploring the Riviera.

Her keen crew even includes a fantastic chef, who along with the rest of the team will ensure you have an unforgettable charter from start to finish. Bring your offers for MOSAFA now, the Boatbookings team will organise your perfect charter no matter how last minute!

Sleek, sexy, stylish and lively. MOSAFA’s array of performance enhancing engineering means she looks stunning whilst cruising even at speeds of up to 32 knots.

Say goodbye to the end of summer blues and book your last minute charter today!

Posted on August 27, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

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

If 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!

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.

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.”

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!

Posted on August 20, 2013 by admin