Charter Luxury Yacht BLUE ICE, A Real Head-Turner on the French Riviera!

Luxury charter yacht, BLUE ICE, a beautiful Palmer Johnson 150, is one of the most eye-catching yachts on the French Riviera – you can’t miss her when she’s at port in Cannes! Accommodating up to 10 guests in 5 luxurious cabins, she is available to charter from 175,000 € per week.

True to her name, she is a dazzling blue that shimmers in the sunlight. With plenty of well designed deck space, she presents endless opportunities for sunbathing, along with a jacuzzi, and the chance for both formal and informal al fresco dining! The interior is designed with style in mind – cream furnishings with a hint of blue here and there, and the cabins are all very spacious, and just invite you to chill out and relax. BLUE ICE also has a range of water toys if you’re looking to get active, you can hop on a jet ski or try your hand at water skiing. Furthermore, for those of you looking for some gentle exercise while cruising, there is a power plate on deck – perfect for toning up that beach body!

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.

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Posted on February 18, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

The Ultimate Water Toy – A Water Powered Jet Pack that Allows You to Fly!

Have you ever dreamed that you could fly ? Well now you can with this new water powered jet pack. Your flight begins as a 200-HorsePower marine engine pumps water up a 33-foot hose at over 1,000 gallons-per-minute, generating over 420 pounds of thrust.When the water reaches the ultra-light backpack, it’s directed through two nozzles at up to 60 pounds-per-square-inch and you’re airborne!

Aiming the nozzles creates smooth, stable turns. And the motorcycle-style throttle lets you climb, dive and hover up to 30 feet above the surface. The safety harness and trapeze keep you in optimal flying position, while the fuel-efficient motor gives you hours of flight on a single tank of high-octane gasoline.

This water toy includes a jet pack made out of carbon fiber and is attached to a small boat (3 meters long) that sucks the water in, sends it through a big hose that brings the water up to the jet pack.

Given the “arms race” we see on super yachts competing for the coolest water toys, many will start adding the jet pack for the upcoming charter season!

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 14, 2013 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

Take a Day Trip on the French Riviera to Hotel du Cap Eden Roc, Cap d’Antibes

With so many people flocking to the French Riviera every summer, whether they choose Cannes, St Tropez, Nice or Monaco, it’s always nice to get away from the hustle and bustle of the towns and enjoy a bit of time to yourself. The best way to escape the busy beaches and jam-packed streets is to take to the sea! A day charter from Cannes gives you the chance to enjoy the French Riviera from a different perspective, you can cruise along the coast and enjoy the summer sun.

Starting in Cannes, you can explore the Iles des Lérins, the forested islands just off Cannes, which are a perfect spot for a dip in the Mediterranean sea. Moving on from here, why not head to Cap d’Antibes for a fantastic lunch. One restaurant that comes highly recommended in Cap d’Antibes is Keller Plage, and another popular choice is the Hotel du Cap Eden Roc. The hotel offers both the Eden-Roc Restaurant and the Eden-Roc Grill & Lounge Bar. From here, you can enjoy stunning views across the Mediterranean, overlooking the Iles de Lérins, while sipping a cocktail or enjoying a range of Mediterranean style fine dining or some light tapas dishes.

A perfect yacht for exploring the islands and heading over to Cap d’Antibes is the Sessa C 48. Not only is she a gorgeous yacht to
look at, she is also a fabulous yacht to be on board! Built in 2012, she is a combines modern and stylish design with comfort and practicality. The interior is beautifully furnished, with a light and neutral design. On deck there is space for al fresco dining or sharing some drinks, and the swim platform and sunbeds provide plenty of space to top up your tan! Available to charter from 2,500 € per day, you will have a fantastic day out on this Sessa.

Posted on February 14, 2013 by admin — No Comments ↓

And They Keep on Coming – More Water Toys for Your Luxury Yacht Charter!

With more and more new water toys available for luxury yacht charters, they are increasingly more important as a deciding factor in the choices that people will make for their charter. Loved by all ages, they are plenty of fun for everyone! This time around, the water toys seem to be more about getting across the water, rather than in to it!

The Flying Fish Marlin II Platinum Black hovercraft was released at this year’s London Boat Show. Aimed at the superyacht tender market, it surely is an innovative way to get from your luxury yacht and on to the land! The build is ultra lightweight, constructed with Kevlar and carbon fibre, and with a shimmering faded black hull, the sparkle will catch anybody’s eye! With blue lighting and chrome and teak deck fittings, this is a hovercraft with style. With a 50bhp ‘Rampage’ engine, be prepared to reach speeds up to 50mph as you fly from land to water.

If you’re looking for a more compact form of transport, the MiniCat is for you! This ultra light, inflatable catamaran is small enough to fit in
your car – so you will have no problem storing it on board a yacht. Even if you’re out on a super yacht, there are plenty who still want to try their hand at sailing, and the MiniCat is a fun and exhilarating means to give it a go! It can pack down in to just one bag for storage, and can be easily built and ready to use in just 30 minutes – perfect!

Are you interested in a fun-filled charter? 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 ↓

Chartering a Luxury Yacht in the Charming Port of Saint-Florent, Corsica

Chartering a yacht in Saint-Florent is a superb destination for your summer vacation in the Mediterranean. Saint-Florent is a port town located in the northwest of Corsica. Originally a commercial fishing port, today it is a stunning yachting destination because of it’s architecture and monuments such as the citadel built in 1440.

Along the coast you will see some beautiful ancient towers like the towers of genoese and a bit further you will see some amazing bays with breathtaking long sandy beaches including Saleccia beach, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean sea. There is a beautiful contrast between the Corsican Maquis hills, the sea and the city of Saint-Florent.

If you charter a boat in Saint Florent, you can put it on anchor in the bay or negotiate a berth in the port. There are plenty of excellent local restaurants in the port, we recommend the restaurant in Hotel d’Europe.We also recommend a day trip to the port of Centuri to eat what some people call the best lobster of Corsica. If this is too far for you, you can go to one of the nearby bays and have swim in the beautiful sea, lay down and get a tan in the nice sandy beach or go snorkelling and discover the underwater world of Corsica.

For more information on Chartering a Yacht in Saint-Florent click here. 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 12, 2013 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓