Spanish Yacht Registration Tax to be Scrapped; Expect More Luxury Charter Yachts in Spain!

Next year, expect plenty more luxury yachts to be cruising the Spanish coast!

The Spanish Government have decided to remove the 12% registration tax for yachts over 15 metres in length; this has previously dissuaded owners from chartering their yachts in Spain due to the added cost. Spain is the only country in the region where a registration tax exists, which creates a loss of competitiveness of charter industry in Spain as yachts will often limit their stay on the Spanish coast in order to avoid the added taxation during both the summer and winter.

It is hoped that this tax modification will improve the Spanish yacht charter sector, and will also help to boost Spain's national tourism, especially along the Mediterranean coast.

Expect plenty of new yachts to supplement our collection of Spain Charter yachts. We'll keep you posted.

Posted on July 3, 2013 by admin

Whale And Dolphin Watching On Board Your Luxury Yacht Charter In The Maldives

For many people the exquisite islands and coral reefs of the Maldives require no introduction. There is no need to exaggerate this exotic paradise; these really are picture postcard islands, with swaying palm trees, white sandy beaches and turquoise lagoons. The Maldives rank among the top five places for whale and dolphin watching in the world. Cruise out to sea and witness the mighty blue whale in all her glory, or catch sight of the highly acrobatic spinner dolphins frolicking in the warm turquoise waters closer to the shore. Boatbookings has an excellent selection of yachts available for charter that are berthed in the Maldives in the Indian ocean. Feel free to contact us on [email protected], and we shall provide you with a suitable yacht and itinerary to create the holiday of a lifetime!

There are very few places on the planet where you can catch sight of the ‘Big Three.’ Sperm whales, baleen whales and the biggest of them all, the blue whales all reguarly grace these shores. The Maldives boast over 20 different whale and dolphin species, including rare breeds of dwarf sperm and goose-beaked whales.

The abundance of rich and prosperous marine life in the Maldives means that it’s possible to never go a day without spotting one of these beutiful creatures. Spinner dolphins glide around the Atolls in their thousands, feeding offshore at night and acting playful by day. You will never have a better chance to watch wild dolphins playing in their natural environment than right here in the Maldives.

HL 33 is a new Maldives luxury charter yacht, which was designed and built in the Maldives in 2012. She accommodates up to 16 guests with all modern amenities, including a state of the art entertainment system, sun-deck Jaccuzzi and on board water toys.

Gentle winds and tropical skies; there no better place to go whale or dolphin watching than in the Maldives. Boatbookings has an impressive selection of luxury yachts that are available for charter. Chartering a luxury yacht means that all the wildlife is right at your doorstep and therefore no need to spend hours tracking down the infamous blue whale. Please feel free to contact us on [email protected], and we shall provide you with a tailor made itinerary and a selection of luxurious yachts.

Posted on July 1, 2013 by admin

VAT News – Charter Yachts in France Will be Subject to Up to 19.6% Tax Beginning 15 July

The French Tax Authority has announced that VAT will be applicable to all charters in France for contracts signed from the 15th July onwards, even on the commercial yachts that were previously excluded from taxation.

Regulations are still being clarified, but it appears that any charter that goes beyond French territorial waters (that is 12 nautical miles) will receive a 50% reduction in the VAT rate to 9.8%. Regardless of this reduction, we highly recommend that you book your charter before Bastille Day!

See our French Riviera Charter Yachts and book now to avoid extra costs on your charter!

Posted on June 28, 2013 by admin

Another Exciting Option for Lunch on Your Luxury Yacht Charter on the French Riviera

With so many flocking to the French Riviera this summer, everybody is looking for somewhere new and exciting to try out as a lunch destination. Of course, all the beach restaurants on the Riviera are highly popular during luxury yacht charters. Whether you are looking for somewhere for a light bite during your day charter, or you have boarded for a week or more and want to venture on to land for a meal, we can advise some of the best beach restaurants to visit.

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Juan-Les-Pins is an attractive town in the commune of Antibes, full of life and buzzing with energy. The town has a casual atmosphere, very relaxed and popular with the younger generations who like to party! So, if you want a taste of the high-life that Juan Les Pins has to offer, head to the Restaurant Plage Belles Rives, located just off Port Gallice. The hotel's beach restaurant is in a prime location to watch the yachts coming in and out of the port, with a great view of the Iles de Lérins just off Palm Beach in Cannes; the waters between are also a fantastic spot for trying out a yacht's water toys, so there's always that to watch for some amusement!

Dine on the water's edge with your feet in the sand at the Belles Rives Beach Restaurant. The chef's suggestion for a light lunch includes a seasonal salad, a lobster brochette and a glass of Côtes de Provence Rosé, or try some of the Riviera specialities such as beef tartare, a salad niçoise or seared tuna with a vegetable garnish. After your delightful meal, relax on the beach or pontoon on one of the sun loungers, where the staff will happily continue to serve you drinks and snacks.

Charter Yacht LIZZI - Lazzara 75 - 3 Cabins - Cannes - Mandelieu La Napoule - Antibes

If you're looking to visit Plage Belles Rives, head there on LIZZI, a Lazzara 75. Based in Port La Rague, just off Mandelieu La Napoule and Cannes, she is stylish and sexy, with a modern and classy interior. The use of bright whites and contrasting dark colours give her spacious and 'cool' décor. Out on deck, there is plenty of space for an al fresco breakfast in the sunshine, and sunbathing up front. LIZZI also has plenty of water toys, so you can join the fun in the bay between Juan and Cannes.

Posted on June 28, 2013 by admin

Charter A Luxury Yacht To The Maldives – A Surfers' Paradise

The beautiful and breathtaking Maldives are quickly establishing themselves as a world-class surfing destination. Consistent turquoise waves, golden tropical beaches, challenging coral reefs and relaxed attitudes have been seducing avid and professional surfers from across the globe. The Maldives are an ideal location for almost all surfing standards, with it possible to find a wave at most times of the seasons to suit the majority of beginners to the seriously advanced. Experience a memorable surfing holiday from on board your luxury yacht charter in the Maldives. Boatbookings has an excellent selection of luxury yachts that are perfectly suited for surfing and adrenalin-fuelled getaways.

The magnificent turquoise blues of the Indian Ocean produce a varying degree of wave formations; including long rolling barrels, pipelines and ankle snappers. The Maldives archipelago is divided into three different surf areas: South Atolls, Central Atolls and the Male Atolls. The primary difference between these Atolls is the consistency, swell size and the level of popularity.

The Maldives experience a similar surf season to that of Indonesia, receiving inviting swells in March until April and from June to November. The best time to experience surfing in the Maldives is during the dry season, from March until April when there is a generally consistent surf of up to 12ft. The biggest swells are likely to occur during June, July and August so make sure to arrive before May if you are after clean waves and glorious weather.

The best way to reach those secluded surf spots and to avoid the crowds is on board a luxury yacht charter. Boatbookings has an excellent selection of luxury yachts available that specialise in surfing holidays. Cruise overnight on a lavish charter yacht and wake up the following morning in some of the world`s most spectacular surf spots.

Indulge yourself in the surfing paradise that is the Maldives on board this Azimut 103S. She is the perfect luxury charter yacht, accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 spacious cabins.

If you would like to have an underwater experience of a life time from on board one of our luxury yacht charters, please feel free to contact us on [email protected], and we shall provide you with a tailor made itinerary and a selection of luxurious yachts.

Posted on June 27, 2013 by admin