5 Top Things to Do While in New England this summer!

With summer vacations fast approaching, now is the perfect time to consider a New England yacht charter. This is a perfect place to cruise with family and friends, enjoying what sumer has to offer in New England. So, we’ve come up with some of our top five things to do when in New England – obviously there are plenty, but we can’t give all the secrets away, can we?!

The Breakers – Newport, RI

A symbol of the Vanderbilt family’s social and financial preeminence in the turn of the century, The Breakers is the grandest of Newports summer “cottages”. Built in 1983 as the summer home of Cornelius Vanderbuilt II, The Breakers sits on the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. An international team of craftsmen and artisans were brought together to build this 70 room palazzo in its Italian Renaissance style, inspired by the 16th century palaces of Genoa and Turin.
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Posted on April 15, 2015 by admin — No Comments ↓

Naples Yacht Charter 2015

The Amalfi Coast is proving to be one of the most popular charter destinations this summer, and where is more perfect to start your charter than Naples. Italy’s third largest city is one of its oldest, most artistic and most delicious. Its historic center is a World Heritage Site with museums full of some of Europe’s finest archaeology and art. Naples is also famous for it’s food, the country’s best pizza, pasta and coffee, and many of its sumptuous seafood dishes, street snacks and sweet treats.

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Posted on March 20, 2015 by Alice Newnham — No Comments ↓

Positano Yacht Charter 2015

Positano lies on the charmed shores of the Amalfi Coast in Italy. Steeped in myth and legend, the history of the town is heavily referenced by the major Mediterranean civilizations from over the centuries. Examples of Moorish architecture and its alluring beauty can be seen all over Positano, and the pastel colors of the buildings in the misty haze of dusk are what makes this town so romantically inspiring. Positano is the jewel of the Amalfi Coast, but the coast is a treasure chest overflowing with exquisite destinations, and chartering a yacht on this coast is becoming more and more desirable as foreign visitors realise its attractiveness. The Italians have known this for centuries, as the Romans first came here to build their luxurious villas.

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Posted on March 6, 2015 by Alice Newnham — No Comments ↓

Due to a cancellation AMITIE is available in the Bahamas for Spring Break!

Due to a cancellation the luxurious 130’ Westport AMITIE is available for Spring Break for the ideal Bahamas Yacht Charter!

AMITIE completed her interior refit by Nora Gugel of A La Mer and was launched into the charter market in the Spring of 2014. Her elegant interior showcases a spacious salon with a large seating area where soft, neutral tones compliment her satin mahogany paneling. Guests can enjoy formal dining surrounded by colorful accents which evoke a splash of the tropics and embody a modern yet comfortable feel. If alfresco dining is preferred, you can choose from the covered aft-deck or the relaxing bridge deck where you may also take a dip in the Jacuzzi. Her partially shaded sun deck offers protection from the elements and features a bar and barbecue, along with wrap around sofas and a large sun pad for the sun worshippers in the group.

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Posted on February 6, 2015 by admin — No Comments ↓

Capri Place to Be Summer 2015

Capri has been a favoured holiday spot since the Roman times. Located in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the Sorrentine Peninsula, the original Italian island retreat is the former home of Emperor Tiberius. Capri Port is both charming and elegant, and from here you can head up to Anacapri, which sits majestically above the village of Capri on Monte Cappello, 500 metres above sea level. Here you can experience the amazing lidos, or visit Villa San Michele. The chairlift from Anacapri up to Monte Solaro takes 12 minutes and provides you with breathtaking views of the island.

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Posted on February 6, 2015 by Alice Newnham — No Comments ↓