Explore the Iles de Lérins on Your Luxury Yacht Charter in the French Riviera!

Many people who fly into Nice for their luxury charter on the French Riviera may notice the cluster of islands just off the end of Palm Beach, Cannes. These islands are the Iles de Lérins, found in the bay of Cannes. Made up of two islands, they are both a peaceful and historic place to visit. Ile Sainte Marguerite is the larger island and is covered by a pine and eucalyptus forest, where you can visit the cell in which the Man in the Iron Mask was imprisoned. Ile Saint Honorat, just south of Sainte-Marguerite, has a Cisterian abbey that still produces a local wine.

The passage between the islands is a popular anchor point for many of the yachts of the region, and a great place to stay for the night if you`ve been visiting Cannes or Antibes. You can anchor between the islands, for this offers great swimming while protected from the wind, and a fabulous view of the sunset over the Esterel.

If you’re looking for a restaurant to visit for your lunch, La Guérite, on Ile Sainte Marguerite proves to be a popular choice. Nestled into the island, relax by the beach and dine with a view towards Cannes. With a fabulous menu, including bouillabaisse and freshly caught fish, you can indulge in a long lunch or enjoy a light snack.

A great choice to get you to the Iles de Lérins, is this Sealine C35. Perfect for a day out with a small group of friends, she is available from 1,700 € per day. She is modern in design and can accommodate up to 2 guests sleeping in 1 cabin. With seating for some informal dining, you can relax with a drink in hand and watch the sun go down.

Are you interested in exploring the Iles de Lérins? Have a look at our sample itinerary for a day out from Cannes. 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 February 19, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

An Alternative Day Charter Yacht on the French Riviera

Many people associate the French Riviera with luxury motor yachts and super yachts, often forgetting that the West Mediterranean is home to some of the best sailing yachts and catamarans on the charter market. With the majority of monohulls and catamarans having a minimum charter duration of a week, what do you do if you are in town for a few days or only want a day charter?

At Boatbookings, we have developed great partnerships with a few suppliers to make day charters possible. Whether you want a luxury monohull from Antibes and Cannes, or a catamaran from Menton, it is now possible to experience the joy of a days sailing!

TATOUNE is one of our favourite options for a catamaran charter from Menton and Monaco. This luxurious Lagoon 400, skippered by the very experienced Wilfred, accommodates up to 8 guests. A typical day on TATOUNE would include a trip down the coast past the beautiful Villefranche to Cannes with a luxury pic-nic between the Iles des Lerins. A slow cruise back to Menton with regular swimming stops around St Jean Cap Ferrat will ensure a very memorable day out. If you think that you would like to book a weeks catamaran charter but have never done so before, this opportunity is priceless for giving you a feel for chartering.

MOJITO is a very good alternative for a luxury monohull charter. This crewed monohull does both day and weekly yacht charters, providing guests with great flexibility. She has a wonderful crew, who will do everything in their power to ensure a successful day at sea. There is nothing better than cruising slowly down the Riviera with stops at Esterel and Saint-Raphael.

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.

Posted on February 13, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

PALM B: Stunning Luxury Yacht, Perfect for Your Summer Vacation!

If you’re looking to explore the French Riviera this summer, look no further than PALM B, a fabulous build by Akdeniz. Available to charter from 65,000 € per week, you can board PALM B in Nice, and work your way along the French Riviera, whether you want to explore Monaco or head down to St Tropez.

PALM B is sleek and stylish both inside and out. Accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 cabins, the furnishings are modern yet simplistic. The cabins are spacious and bright – the master cabin comes with king size bed and its own private lounge. The salon has cream furnishings, with plenty of sofas for relaxing, and a there is a separate area for formal dining. There is also plenty of opportunity to indulge in some al fresco dining, with seating areas on both the main deck and flybridge. There is also a sunbed at the front, and sun loungers on the flybridge, which will welcome any sun-worshippers on board! The jacuzzi on the flybridge is also great for chilling out with your friends. PALM B has a crew of six, who will ensure that from the moment you step on board, you are embarking on one of the most memorable vacations you will have ever had!

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.

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

Charter a Beautiful Sailboat Out Of Golfe Juan – Part II

Golfe Juan has an excellent harbour, which, as a start point for your charter, opens up a whole world of opportunities along the French Riviera. From here, you can reach Cannes, Monaco, St Tropez… The world is your oyster! For more information on Golfe Juan, please see our blog on her here.

The sailboats available in Golfe Juan are fantastic. We have a range of models for bareboat charter, which are all in immaculate condition. If you are a large group looking to charter, one of the best we can offer is the Hanse 470. We have both a 2007 and 2010 model, which can sleep up to 7 guests in 3 cabins. The interior is bright and airy, with plenty of light coming in, and with clean-cut and classy furnishings. Furthermore, as this model is longer, there is more deck space for any sun worshippers, so you can relax while sailing down the French coast. Starting from 2,500 € per week, a Hanse 470 is a great choice for a group of friends looking to sail the seas!

Posted on February 7, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Charter a Luxury Bareboat Catamaran Out Of St Raphael!

St Raphael is in prime position on the French Riviera, where you can sail to St Tropez within an hour, and easily within sailing distance of the glamour of Cannes, and even Monaco. The port is exceptional, with plenty of yachts of all shapes and sizes to see. Along the quay, there are numerous restaurants to visit before and after your charter, and nearby there is a great supermarket for all of your provisioning needs. For more information about a yacht charter on the French Riviera, please see here.

This morning, we visited some of the newest and hottest catamarans for bareboat charters, including the fantastic Lagoon 380 and brand new Lagoon 450! The catamarans shown in the photo above are Lagoon 410 S2 (left) and Lagoon 380 (right). We were extremely impressed with all of the yachts available, especially the Lagoon 400, 380 and 450.

The interior of the Lagoon 450 reminded us of larger luxury yachts, with a Bose sound system, a beautiful flybridge, and an extremely spacious interior. For a list of yachts available in St Raphael, please click here.

Posted on February 7, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓