Top Spots : Boat Rental Cannes to Explore on Your Luxury Cote D’Azur Yacht Charter

We’re often asked to recommend itineraries around the French Riviera for boat rental Cannes and surrounding areas, taking in the best bays and islands this golden stretch of coast has to offer. You can find an exclusive list of boat rental Cannes at boatbookings, but if you are looking for some hidden secrets please read our recommendations below.

From the glamour of a lunch at St Tropez’s Club 55, to the tranquil swimming spots off the Lerins Islands, the Cote d’Azur is a paradise for anyone looking to charter a yacht for a day. Below we’ve listed our personal top go to spots to take in if you’re chartering from Cannes, St Tropez, Antibes or any of the other popular French Riviera ports.

Iles de Lérins

The Iles de Lérins, made up of Ile Sainte-Marguerite and Ile Saint-Honorat, are found just off the coast of Cannes and are a popular choice for those who prefer to anchor their boat and spend a few hours swimming in turquoise waters before indulging in a relaxing lunch at one of the restaurants on Sainte-Marguerite, or sampling the local wine produced on Saint-Honorat.
Mooring your yacht between the Iles de Lérins is one our our hot spots for a Sunday afternoon, relax in the tranquil waters. This is recommended early on in the season as after June the narrow stretch of water becomes overcrowded with a variety of yachts.

St Tropez + Club 55

Made famous by Brigitte Bardot in ‘And God Created Woman’, St Tropez is now recognised worldwide as one of the most extravagant and spectacular summer resorts. Aside from the A-listers and nonstop summer events, the town itself is set in stunning surroundings, with views across the bay to the Maures mountains. The bustling Pampelonne beach is home to perhaps the most famous restaurant on the whole of the French Riviera, St Tropez’s Club 55, where you can enjoy the local Rose wine before checking out the hedonistic lifestyle of Nikki beach later in the evening.

Port Grimaud

On the north shore of the Golfe de Saint-Tropez lies Port Grimaud, a truly unique village in a Venetian style designed so that each house could have it’s own personal boat mooring at the end of their garden. The village is made up of four islands, linked by canals and bridges, and visitors to this charming and popular town can explore it by barge or by chartering a small day boat. With it’s own sandy beach looking out over St Tropez, this is a fantastic destination for day charters.

Antibes

Home to the Chateau Grimaldi which houses the Picasso Museum, Antibes is a thriving port town with all sorts of attractions for day visitors. From the impressive Fort Carre to the charming winding streets of restaurants and bars, Antibes is a fantastic destination for those wanting to spend a day soaking up the sun on the sandy beach before enjoying a pastis in the bustling weekend market square.

Check out our great boat charters to book your charter for entertaining and celebrating in the South of France.

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

The Perfect French Riviera Events Day Charter on Luxury Motor Yacht CLARA ONE.

With summer now in full swing on the Riviera; sun shining and tourists arriving, there is not a single section of coastline where you can’t see a yacht at sea! Big or small, motor or sail, we can’t get enough of the gorgeous Cote d’Azur and the weather it brings with it! So, why miss out on the action? We have some great motor yachts for day charter from one of our most popular Cannes – St Tropez vessels, the Absolute 47, to the stunning 105ft CLARA ONE.

She has the incredible capacity to cruise up to 36 guests and is a truly fantastic yacht for parties and events that want to be celebrated in style in the South of France. With beautiful and spacious outdoor seating areas as well as a modern and well-decorated interior, she is the perfect events yacht for the summer. This wonderful 1961 Chantier de l’Esteral is a contemporary vessel with a classic feel and with a special offer on for the whole month of June, she’s affordable too!

CLARA ONE is not the only large day charter yacht we are loving this month either. VERSILCRAFT and COSTA MAGNA are also ticking all the boxes for luxury events charters on the French Riviera. So whether it’s a small and intimate trip with family or friends on a Prestige 34 or a huge company event, don’t miss out on the chance to discover the South of France in the best way, on the water!

Please see our itinerary suggestions for Riviera day charters for some great tips!

Posted on June 21, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓

Charter a Yacht in St Tropez for the ‘Voiles de St Tropez’ Regatta

For anyone looking ahead to plan a yacht charter on the French Riviera at the end of the summer, what could be better than chartering from St Tropez during one of the most distinguished Regattas of the season? Les Voiles de St Tropez is the final yachting event of the high season on the Cote d’Azur. It is truly a spectacular culmination of a summer packed with exciting seasonal events such as the Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix.

For one week in October the port of St Tropez draws yacht enthusiasts from all corners of the world to marvel at the hordes of traditional sailing yachts which fill the marinas. St Tropez is the perfect port for this one-off gathering of the finest in classic sailing boat design. Famous for being a playground for jetsetters and millionaires, St Tropez is a beautiful and historic location and a fitting setting for this prestigious event.

The visual spectacle of so many stunning sailing yachts lined up in this world-renowned port is truly a site to behold. From the 1st – 5th October 2012, St Tropez is the place to be for anyone interested in both classic and modern yachts. Soak up the excitement in the air during this festive week by chartering a yacht from St Tropez, and enjoying the best the town has to offer with a gourmet meal at the famous Club 55 restaurant, or a day relaxing on Pampelonne Beach.

If you would like to charter a yacht from St Tropez please see our St Tropez yacht charter guide or see the Yachts for charter in St Tropez.

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

Charter a Luxury Yacht during the Cannes Lions Festival

If you thought the festival season in the French Riviera had drawn to a close with the packing up of the well-trodden Cannes Film Festival red carpet, it’s time to think again!

Less well known than the glamorous, celebrity-studded Film Festival, the Cannes Lions Festival (17th – 22nd June) is nevertheless one of the most inspiring and educating media events in the calendar, which never fails to draw in the biggest names in the creative communications industry. The list of speakers for this year’s 59th international festival reads like a who’s who of the most inspirational and diverse personalities currently operating in the creative arena, ranging from the celebrated philosopher Alain de Botton, to directorial genius Ridley Scott to President Clinton.

The festival is essentially a celebration of excellence in creativity, whether in film, PR, radio or journalism. Moreover, it is an international meeting place for all the top names in advertising and brand communications, making it the most important networking event in the calendar for the creative industry.

With ten days to go until the Festival officially opens, now is the perfect time to get looking at charters in the stunning port of Cannes in order to enjoy the festival from the uniquely luxurious surrounds of your own private yacht. Between enjoying the many events, world-class speakers and seminars the Festival has to offer, why not take advantage of our great Cannes itinerary to explore the nearby Lerins Islands, or pop to St Tropez for the day charter to enjoy the beach scene and lunch at Club 55.

Check out our great day boats in Cannes to book your charter for entertaining and celebrating in the South of France during this fantastic event!

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Tom Virden — No Comments ↓

Our Favourite Caribbean Luxury Yachts for BVI Yacht Charters

With summer charters well on their way in the Mediterranean, the time has come to start thinking about chartering a yacht in the British Virgin Islands, and what better place than the BVI yacht charters! Longing to get away from the cold that comes with winter in Europe, escaping to Caribbean paradise on a luxury yacht could not sound any better! We have been working on putting together a selection of our very favourite luxury charter yachts that would be just perfect for a vacation in the Caribbean this winter.

For the ultimate luxury motor yacht, we present TOP FIVE, a fabulous 157ft Christensen, sleeping up to 12 guests and with the very best facilities including a Jacuzzi, state of the art entertainment systems, and a wonderful array of fitness equipment and water toys.

For a true sailing experience, our favourite yacht is a classic 112ft Cantiere Valdettaro, TAKAPUNA. This beautiful Italian designed and made vessel is powerful, luxurious and exceedingly spacious, so it comes as no surprise that she was the winner of the Best Monohull in the Tortola Charter Show in 2011. With a great crew to whom no request is too large, you are guaranteed an excellent time on board!

PICNIC is another gorgeous motor yacht that is another one of our favourites for luxury Caribbean charters. With her sleek and modern interior as well as her wonderfully inviting al fresco dining and bar area, she is perfect for discovering all the hidden gems of the Caribbean. Again with all the facilities you could dream of and more, she is a great choice for luxury charter this winter. One of these fantastic yachts together with an BVI yacht itinerary to incorporate the very best of the Caribbean, and you could be in for the holiday of a lifetime!

If you would like to know more about chartering a luxury yacht in the Caribbean this winter, please do not hesitate to contact our team.

Posted on June 5, 2012 by admin — No Comments ↓