Luxury Shirts for Your Summer Yacht Charter (From Guest Blogger Fraser Strand)

When it comes to this time of year there are few better luxuries in life than setting out on the open water and soaking up the fabulous sailing conditions of your ocean of choice. Perhaps the balmy waters of Fiji where you can settle into a steady 10 knots along its reefs, or the comfortable heat of the Caribbean seas which offer tantalising glimpses of the exotic sea life underneath. Wherever you choose to set sail, it pays to pack well for the occasion and deck out your wardrobe with some suitably luxury apparel.

A good pair of boat shoes and some tanned chinos are a given, but recently I have found myself investing in a wide range of tailored shirts and I haven’t looked back. After a conversation with a good friend of mine (who always looks frustratingly well dressed), I decided to investigate the famous series of traditional tailors in London’s Piccadilly. I was amazed by the range of tailors and menswear boutiques available, each with sophisticated shop fronts that exude historical elegance and invite you in for measurements and luxury apparel. After a while browsing around, I was perhaps most taken with Budd Shirtmakers (pictured below) who welcomed me warmly and began sizing me up before I could think twice.

Following in the sartorial tradition for over 100 years, like many shirtmakers in London, Budd is steeped in history from the ornate glass shop windows to the extensive classical range of materials, designs, and textures that adorn the interior. Surprisingly, they make all of their shirts by hand in their own cutting room above the shop (pictured below), which gives the whole experience a very genuine and timeless feeling. My personal request was to make a shirt with enough room to breathe as I’m sailing, but that didn’t make me look 5 stone overweight and they succeeded with flying colours.

After wearing my shirt a few times, I am converted. I love the feeling of a tailored fit and it looks so much better than before. In fact I have trip planned very soon during which I will be yachting near the South Pacific and can’t wait to christen my new attire on those sunny seas.

In addition to the bespoke “in-store” service, you can also get ready-made shirts from Budd via their new website along with bow ties, cufflinks, handkerchiefs and lots more men’s accessories to really deck out your boating gear on your next luxury yacht charter.

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Posted on June 25, 2013 by admin

Relax and Unwind With A Round Of Golf On The Paradise Island Of Tahiti – On Board Your Luxury Yacht Charter

The breathtaking and enchanting French Polynesian Island of Tahiti is home to two of the most innovative and luxurious golf courses in the world. There is no better place to relax and unwind on some of the most lavish and well kept golf courses, sip post game cocktails or admire the beauty of the South Pacific. Boatbookings has an excellent selection of yachts available for charter that are berthed in Tahiti and the rest of the neighbouring Windward Islands. 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!

The Oliver Bréaud International Golf Course located on the west side of Tahiti offers a breathtaking 18-hole fairway engulfed by rich tropical and colourful vegetation. Built in the 1970's, the Oliver Bréaud International Golf Course is a beautiful 6,900-year long, par 72 course. Golfers play on an exclusive course surrounded by an abundance of exotic grapefruit, breadfruit, coconut and lemon trees. The course is located on a grand estate that spans 50 hecatres of the island, known as 'Terre Eugenie,' a former area that was dedicated entirely to the cultivation of cotton and sugarcane. Today, this international golf course is often referred to as 'Tahiti's best kept secret.' During July, why not catch some of the professionals in action! The Tahiti International Open is one of the most celebrated events on the Australian PGA circuit and is defiantly a sporting event that should not be missed.

Alternatively why not play a round of golf at the Moorea Green Pearl Golf Course, located on the neighbouring tropical island of Moorea. Nicknmed the 'Green Pearl' in reference to the emerald green fairways and lush valleys of Moorea. This 18 hole course (par 70/6,632 yards long) is strategically located on the hillsides and borders of both the lakes and the beach. The perfect combination of various landscapes makes it challenging, attractive and unique to the islands of Tahiti. The Moorea Green Pearl Golf Course has been designed by American professional golfer, Jack William Nicklaus, nicknamed the 'Golden Bear.' The signature hole on the back nine provides a magnificent view of the course, lagoons and Moorea's sister island of Tahiti.

Discover the beauty of Tahiti from on board the Sunreef 70 Power Catamaran, a luxury crewed catamaran accommodating up to 8 guests in 4 double cabins. This luxury crewed charter yacht is perfect for a sailing cruise around Tahiti and Bora Bora in the magnificent South Pacific.

Posted on June 25, 2013 by admin

Best Greece Sailing Vacations

One of the best locations for your sailing vacation this summer is without a doubt Greece. The close proximity of the islands, unrivaled natural beauty, and its fantastic sailing conditions makes it a magnet for charterers in the know. The Aegean and Ionian Seas around Greece boasts over six thousand islands and more than 16,000km of coastline to explore. The Ionian islands for example is just one of the island groups that provide the charterer with a plethora of magical bays and timeless coastal towns to explore.

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Located just off the west coast of Greece and comprising of 6 main islands; Corfu, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Zakynthos, Ithaca and Paxi, they provide sailors with a stunning sailing destination.

Ionian Wind and Sailing Conditions. The wind and sailing conditions in the Ionian Sea are steady and predictable which makes it fun for sailors of all abilities. Winds normally start to build around midday but drop off towards sunset – perfect for sailing to your evening destination after a morning spent snorkelling and enjoying the pristine waters. From May to September the wind tends to blow from the Northwest at Force 2-5. In spring and autumn the wind is less strong and blows usually from the Southwest.

One yacht that we would highly recommend for charter here at Boatbookings is CALLISTO. A 77-foot Swan, lovingly restored by her owner and in pristine condition. She can accommodate up to 6 guests in three luxury cabins and what with her fantastic crew, both dynamic and discrete, charters will be sure to have a dream vacation.

Her magnificent interior is a blend of hand crafted teak and leather white upholstery that provide a relaxing, tranquil environment to retreat to after a days sailing and using the variety of water toys available on board. Through out the day guests can expect sumptuous meals created by the multiple award-winning chef on board, either inside or at the central cockpit table on deck. Charting CALLISTO around the Ionian islands will be a memory you will cherish for a lifetime.

Posted on June 21, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

Experience The Island Of Tioman On Board Your Luxury Charter – A Lush Tropical Paradise In The South China Sea

Beautiful and breathtaking Tioman Island, lies at the heart of the South China Sea. Lush tropical jungle covers 12,000 hectares of the island and an abundance of mountain streams and waterfalls sustain the many protected species of mammals and birds.

At 20km long and 11km wide, Tioman is a mountainous island known for its steep green ridges, white sands and engulfing turquoise seas. A yacht charter in this spectacular region provides a gateway to a handful of idyllic and picturesque islands, such as Dayang, Sibu and Besar.

Tioman Island is indeed blessed with some world-class dive sites and is a great scuba diving destination for both beginners and experience divers alike.

The island boasts a range of unique and well preserved dive sites, with 29 on offer and all of which are accessible by boat in less than 30 minutes.Marvel at the gentle nurse sharks, darting yellow striped snappers and majestic blue dotted stingrays in their natural environment.

Tioman Island is an excellent chartering destination. The island is graced with long sunny days, calm seas and a gentle northeasterly breeze from April until September. With a near-Polynesian feel, tropical climate and idyllic setting charter a luxury yacht around Tioman Island today.

DRUMBEAT is a luxury crewed sailing yacht accommodating up to 11 guests in 5 spacious and lavish cabins.This beautiful charter yacht combines elegance with performance and is ideal for family vacations and sailing holidays around South East Asia.

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. If you would like to charter in South East Asia please feel free to contact us on [email protected] this magnificent sailing yacht today!

Posted on June 21, 2013 by admin

A Submarine Yacht – The Luxury Yacht Charter Vacation Of The Future

In one of the most incredible new designs to date, yacht design studio Motion Code, has revealed plans for a 115 meter, 6 deck yacht – that is also a submarine! This stunning concept is, according to Motion Code the next step for the super rich. Instead of owning a 115 meter yacht that comes with a submarine, why not just combine them both into the ultimate luxury charter vessel!

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Touted as being the ultimate way to charter as you can simply blow the ballasts and sink to depths of up to 240 meters in the comfort of your once floating palace, it also means you need not contend with any rough weather on the surface but can slip below the waves for the ultimate in privacy. Imagine the exclusivity of a party on a yacht you cannot not even get to, as it lurks hundreds of meters below the surface!

The hull of the 11 meter wide MIGALOO is identical to current submarines but inside she in no way similar to its warlike counterparts. She would boast a custom designed tower and an enormous aft deck for the lounge areas, sun beds, bar, its 8 by 3 metre pool as well its helicopter pad. MIGALOO would accommodate up to 16 guests in 8 luxury cabins.

The foredeck of this incredible concept would be fully dedicated to the owners' privacy and would come complete with a full-beam private lounge and a private bar. Other luxury appointments include a cinema room, a library, a gym and a gaming room as well as four side hatches that can be transformed into enormous beach terraces.

What with a large variety of water toys at your disposal, and large windows with underwater lights providing guests with breathtaking views of the deep, this submarine-yacht will truly be one of the most luxury things afloat – (or not as the case may be!) 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 June 21, 2013 by admin