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30m luxury yacht ANTARES III receives “Best Sailing Yacht 30-40m” award at the World Superyacht Awards 2012

May 07, 2012

The 30m (98ft) sailing yacht Antares III has received the “Best Sailing Yacht 30-40m” award during the 2012 presentation of the World Superyacht Awards 2012. The Antares superyacht is a breathtaking composite pilothouse sloop, launched by the prestigious NZ builder Yachting Developments in May 2011.

30m sailing yacht Antares III by Yachting Developments - The World Superyacht Awards Winner 2012

The luxury yacht Antares III naval architecture and exterior styling is by Dixon Yacht Design, with interior design by Rhoades Young, during construction owners representation was provided by Patrick Yeoward.

Custom built by Auckland boatyard Yachting Developments in an unprecedented 400 day build time, the 30m superyacht Antares III has proven an absolute success story for all concerned, the vessel has already completed her maiden voyage in the South Pacific with her very experienced and happy owner onboard.

Superyacht Antares III Cockpit

Antares III yacht accommodation consists of an upper and lower saloon that are open to each other, two spacious guest cabins and a full beam aft Owners cabin with private deck access. Forward of the galley and crew mess is accommodation for four crew members.

Built to comply with stringent Germanischer Lloyd and MCA classification requirements, the vessel is incredibly strong yet 25%-30% lighter than similar vessels built in Aluminum, this is achievable by the use of composites. The composite structure is post cure epoxy Eglass/Carbon/Kevlar incorporating high strength foam sandwich technology. The hull has a Kevlar outer skin giving increased impact resistance.

Luxury yacht Antares III Master Cabin

The blonde teak interior was built in-house by Yachting Developments specialist tradesmen with a horizontal grain and is contrasted with wide Walnut planked floors.

Antares III sports a state of art carbon fibre mast, furling carbon boom and carbon fibre standing rigging, supplied and manufactured in New Zealand by Southern Spars, sails by Norths NZ.

Antigua Sailing Week 2012: Final Day 5 – Winners

May 04, 2012

In CSA 1A, Geoff Hill’s Santa Cruz 72 sailing yacht Antipodes placed first, winning the last race of this year´s Antigua Sailing Week on the final day 5.

Geoff Hill's Santa Cruz 72 sailing yacht Antipodes Credit: Jason Pickering

Geoff Hill spoke dockside in Falmouth Harbour: “This is the first time we have raced the yacht and to be honest we could have done with another week to get her ready for racing, we have been tuning her up as we raced and the team have done a great job. I have been to Antigua Sailing Week before but not for about seven years and I have to say we have received a very friendly welcome from the race organisers and all of the Antipodes team are looking forward to tonight’s prize giving.”

Peter Harrison’s Farr 115 charter yacht Sojana could only manage a third today, which put them on equal points with Antipodes. Sojana could only count three first places to Antipode’s four and lost on countback, it was that close. Jan Rupert’s Tripp 75 yacht Blackbird finished the regatta with a second place in the last race to secure third.

In CSA 1B, Stefan Lehnert’s Tripp 56 yacht Passion 4C won the last race by a handsome margin to secure not the division title. Lenhert’s team has been racing in the Caribbean all season. Antigua Sailing Week did not start well for Lehnert when his son went overboard in the first race but the German Admiral’s Cup winner has had a great week, as Lehnert explains:

“When Richard Matthews and Zig Zag picked up Phillip, I was so relieved, I thanked him by giving them a crate of champagne and it has been champagne sailing since then,” smiled Lehnert. “I must also congratulate the organisers of this regatta. It has a great atmosphere and I especially enjoyed the daily prize giving, which gives you a chance to meet other sailors during the week, I am sure Passion 4C will be back in Antigua.”

Fleet shot on the final day at Antigua Sailing Week Credit: Paul Wyeth/pwpictures.com

The winner of CSA 2 was already decided before today’s race. Ulrich Rohde’s Swan 53 sailing yacht Dragon Fly Plus had an unassailable lead but that didn’t stop Ross Applebey’s Oyster 48 yacht Scarlet Oyster from going for it today with Yachting World Editor, David Glenn on board. The vintage Oyster corrected out to win by just 25 seconds from Christian Reynolds, Swan 51 yacht Northern Child, posting their best result of the regatta. In today’s race Andy Middleton’s First 47.7 came third. Chris Brand’s Swan 53 yacht Merel Four could only manage a sixth today but the team from the Royal Thames Yacht Club maintained their position as third overall.

In CSA 3, Richard’s Wesslund’s J/120 yacht El Ocaso made it a perfect seven with their win today. Boat Captain, Mike Caldwell spoke dockside after racing: “It may look like we ran away with the victory but many of the races were won by a few seconds. Every single member of the El Ocaso team has made a significant contribution, we all had our moments when the bow, the trim, the driver all needed to step up and be counted and that is what they did and I am very proud of them. We have been partying together all week and I am sure we will enjoy the English Harbour rum tonight!”

Second place in the class went to Nick Burn’s First 40 sailing yacht Lancelot II. His Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club team have been battling all week with Maurio Martinez’s Brazilian team racing First 40, Smile and Wave.

In CSA 4, Calvin Reed’s First 40.7 yacht Elandra won the last race of the series by a significant margin to win Class for the second year in a row. Sir Hugh Bailey’s Beneteau 456, Hugo B was second today. The team from Falmouth, Antigua have shown incredible consistency. Throughout the week, Hugo B has only been off the podium on one occasion and that was a fourth. However, Elandra has been unstoppable and the team are class winners in consecutive regattas. Jonty Layfield’s J/39, Sleeper was third overall.

Sailing yacht Passion 4 C Credit: T. Wright/photoaction.com

In CSA 5, Geoffrey Pidduck’s Six Metre yacht Biwi Magic came out on top in the last race of the series to win the class: “The decisive moment today was the start. Blue Peter was lee-bowing High Tide and I was taking the lee-bow off Blue Peter, but because we can point much higher than both of them, Biwi Magic got right over the top of them and we made the top mark first. High Tide should have caught up downwind but they chose to go inshore and got caught up in traffic, whilst we stayed in clear air pointing directly at the mark and that as that really. It has been a fantastic week of racing but I have to say I was kicking myself yesterday when I rounded a mark the wrong way and had to go back, we could have thrown away the win there and then. It is great to win and I am sure I will be enjoying an English Harbour rum very shortly at the Antigua Yacht Club.”

Steve Carson, owner of runner up High Tide was in good spirits despite losing out on the last race. ” I helped build that boat (Biwi Magic) before it crossed the Atlantic and I suppose it has come back to bight me!” quipped Carson.

In CSA 6, Resting Goose were already secure of the class win before today’s race. Owner David Chatterton talked about his experience at Antigua Sailing Week: “It has just been fantastic, well organized, friendly, a real joy to be here and we are delighted with our win. We are just a bunch of boys from the East Coast of England, here to have some fun and all of the yachts in our class have been a delight to sail against and party with. It has been a very special week, a big thank you to everybody involved in Antigua Sailing Week.”

Sailing yacht Resting Goose Credit: Jason Pickering

In today’s race, Vince White’s O’Day 35 yacht Seal saved the best to last, winning their first race of the series but a country mile. Beneteau Oceanis 473, Ormeau was second with Philip Eynon’s prestine Swan 36 yacht Arc Angel third.

In the Bareboat Class, three yachts from KH+P had a tremendous battle, as they have done all week. Alexander Pfeiffer’s L’Oiseau des Iles won today’s race putting pressure on class leader, Horst Schultze’s Sea You Later. However Sea You Later corrected out to take second place in the last race by a solitary second from Andreas Kadelbach’s Cayenne. After a six race series, Sea You Later won the class by the narrowest of margins.

In Bareboat 2, KH+P Sapphire Dancer took a convincing victory. In second place was Stewart Reed’s Dilligaff. No doubt Stewart and his team from the UK will be celebrating the skipper’s 50th birthday in fine style tonight. The Swiss Team Carondimonio racing Balaou were third.

Tonight the legendary Antigua Sailing Week Final Awards Party will take place on the water side of the Copper and Lumber Store in the historic setting of Nelson’s Dockyard. Once the silverware has been distributed the dancing will begin. The whole place will be jumping to live music from Rico and the 4 Play Band and music from Choice FM & Grown n’ Sexy featuring Dave VJ.

Luxury Yacht Charter Vacations around the spectacular Amalfi Coast, Naples, Corsica and Ischia

May 04, 2012

One of the best ways to travel and discover new places around the wonderful costs of the Western Mediterranean is aboard of a luxury charter yacht. Be it a motor yacht or a sailing yacht, a charter vessel will take you from place to place in utmost in comfort, style and luxury, whilst you enjoy the spectacular views or perhaps sunbathe and relax on board. Western Mediterranean and Mediterranean in general has numerous beautiful and enchanting destinations for you to discover. One of these is Italy, with its rich history, arts, culture, restaurants and people. Some of the most famous places to explore while on your yacht charter vacation in Italy, include Naples, Capri, Amalfi and Ischia.

Amalfi

Naples is one of the richest cities in the Mediterranean when it comes to history, culture and arts. This spectacular popular charter destination is well known for its exquisite gastronomic treats, rich italian culture, booming tourism and a lot, lot more. Your yacht charter vacation in Naples should most certainly include a half-day trip to the buried city of Pompeii, exploring the ruins of this very unique and important landmark.

After having explored the city of Naples, you charter yacht could take you further down to Amalfi – a scenic city famous for its 6th century Duomo, with a fascinating blend of culture and architecture.

Positano

The charter yacht of your choice could also take you along the coast of Positano. The best view ever of Positano and the incredible engineering genius of its architecture can be enjoyed from aboard a luxury yacht. You can enjoy a refreshing summer lunch under anchor with this magnificent backdrop. After lunch, go ashore and spend the afternoon exploring the myriad of streets and shops of this charming town. Another interesting place is Ravello, famous for its breathtaking views, natural beauty and ancient monuments in the gardens of Villa Cimbrone and Villa Rufolo.

Your Italian charter holiday around Naples would not be complete without a leisurely cruise to the world famous, jet set island of Capri. Both elegant and charming, Capri is a perfect place to relax, stroll the streets or simply visit one of the cafés and enjoy the “see and be seen” life that defines life on Capri. A taxi ride to Emperor Tiberius’ villa Jovis is also a “must do” while visiting this popular luxury yacht hub. Evening comes, you could enjoy a quiet drink aboard your luxury vessel, or perhaps visit one of the many wonderful restaurants to savour some wonderful dishes followed by an elegant nightclub after dinner.

Capri - La Grotta Azzurra - Blue Grotto

Another interesting place to visit is the Blue Grotto revealed in August 1826 by the German writer August Kopisch, who described its extraordinary beauty. Since then the Blue Grotto has become the emblem of the island of Capri. This enchanting cavern will amaze you by the blue reflection of the sea that illuminates it from inside.

Your charter itinerary could include a day with a leisurely breakfast aboard, refreshing swim and perhaps a chair lift / gondola ride from Anacapri to the top of the island where you could appreciate the spectacular views across the entire Bay of Naples and the Amalfi Coast. In the afternoon you could visit the beautiful island of Ischia with its steep mountains covered in lush, semi-tropical vegetation and hot mineral springs. You could also opt for the ultra-chic village of San Angelo on the south side of the island. Your evening will certainly be lively by taking a berth directly across from the boutiques and cafes that line the water.

Ponza

An overnight cruise aboard your preferred luxury charter yacht could take you to the island of Ponza, famed for its crystal clear waters. Stroll through the ancient cobbled streets where the local fishermen display their catch for the day and watch the village life bustling. Later on you could cruise around the island to anchor in one of the beautiful bays surrounding Ponza, have a relaxing lunch and enjoy the afternoon swimming, snorkelling or exploring the surroundings in the tender.

Below you can view a selection of excellent luxury charter yachts available for charter in the Naples & Amalfi Coast area this summer:

50m motor yacht JO

Benetti built motor yacht JO is an outstanding charter vessel featuring versatile interior and exterior areas, combining comfort with understated relaxation. Her interior was designed by Francois Zuretti with exterior styling by Stefano Natucci. Superyacht JO is particularly well equipped for those enthusiastic about water sports, offering a unique choice of entertainment equipment and water toys.

Benetti charter yacht JO

Accommodation is provided in 5-6 cabins for 10 to 12 charter guests in total. JO’s master cabin is full width and can be found on the main deck . There are two additional double cabins and two twin cabins (both with Pullman bunks) on her lower deck. Charter Yacht JO also features a multi-purpose cabin on her upper deck with convertible sofa beds, suitable for children or a nanny. Find out more…

Benetti superyacht JO

47.85m charter yacht LADY JOY

An epitome of refined elegance and five star luxury, motor yacht Lady Joy was built by the prestigious Christensen shipyard. Superyacht LADY JOY features state-of-the-art and contemporary touches, including an elevator to all of her decks. Entertainment and relaxation is guaranteed thanks to her three large decks and comfortable accommodation is provided in her six beautifully furnished and well equipped staterooms with en-suite bathrooms.

Superyacht LADY JOY

Accommodation aboard Lady Joy includes the master suite with walk-in wardrobes and ‘his & her’ bathrooms as well as a private office located on the main deck. The five remaining staterooms are below deck and include a VIP king with a spacious bathroom, two guest kings, which are equal in size and 2 guest twins with a double bed and a twin pullman with en-suite bathrooms. There is also a cabin with single bunk beds and full size bathroom, which is perfect for children or a nanny. More about Lady Joy …

Christensen charter yacht LADY JOY - Al Fresco Dining

29m INSPIRATION B superyacht

Built by CRN Ancona in Italy, this 29m luxury vessel has a crew of five professionals taking care of the 12 charter guests accommodated in five comfortable cabins. Motor Yacht Inspiration B‘s interior is stylish and contemporary, with good deck spaces and a spacious large dining table on the aft deck and great sundeck with Jacuzzi pool.

INSPIRATION B Yacht - Aft Deck Dining

Charter Yacht Inspiration B’s master cabin is located on the main deck and offers large panoramic windows with electric blinds and remote, a walk-in wardrobe, two seat sofa and a plasma 42″ B&O TV with surround sound. Learn more…

Charter Yacht INSPIRATION B - From The Air

25.3m charter yacht PHOEBE TRES

Motor yacht Phoebe Tres is a wonderful 2005 Sunseeker built charter yacht offering accommodation to 8 guests in beautiful and comfortable cabins, including a large owner cabin with en-suite, walk-in wardrobe and vertical side windows, allowing light to penetrate its environment. Furthermore, there are two guest cabins both with Pullman berths, ideal for family charters.

Spacious aft deck of Phoebe Tres is perfect of al fresco dining and entertaining. There is also a vast sunbathing area, found forward. The flybridge has a custom made Bimini top providing the perfect environment for relaxing in the shade or sunbathing on the sun pads. In addition Phoebe Tres offers a second outdoor dining area and bar area. Find out more …

ANNA J Yacht

36.58 m charter yacht ANNA J

ANNA J superyacht was built by Palmer Johnson in 2000, with a complete interior rebuild in 2010 becoming a virtually new yacht. Providing accommodation in four staterooms for up to 9 guests, charter yacht ANNA J is based in the Western Mediterranean. Charter guests can be accommodated in one master stateroom located forward with a central king-sized double bed. The double guest staterooms are located to Port and Starboard aft. Each has a diagonally placed walk-around double bed. There is also a twin cabin to port with 2 single beds and a Pullman. More about Anna J…

Motor yacht ANNA J Aft Dining

36m luxury motor yacht TOUCH

Luxury motor yacht Touch is a magnificent vessel able to accommodate eight guests in 4 king staterooms, featuring a beautiful large salon area with a marble surfaced bar as well as a large and comfortable curved cream leather sofa, glass coffee table with brass stingray sculptures, two large chairs, a spectacular Lalique glass vase with lit glass and a marble and gold leaf chess table with four chairs. There is a sculptured curtain separating the main salon from the formal dining area.

Her sundeck offers a bar and a large sun-bed area that opens to two treadmills, furthermore two single sun beds, two large umbrellas and of course a stereo system/CD Player / Phone. Luxury superyacht TOUCH has an excellent selection of water sport toys, indoor games and is serviced by a crew of 7 professionals. More about the yacht …

Luxury motor yacht JAZZ OF MONACO

The Benetti Tradition vessel, charter yacht Jazz of Monaco, was built in 2007 and offers accommodation to 8 guests in exceptional comfort and style. Superyacht Jazz of Monaco boasts a clean, elegant and modern decor with neutral soft furnishings and plenty of natural light penetrating her interior. Her accommodation is offered in one master suite, one VIP suite, one double cabin and one twin cabin.

Motor yacht JAZZ OF MONACO Upper Deck

Her main features include the vast outdoor areas, with excellent al-fresco dining possibility on the main aft deck, as well as a range of functional space for entertaining and relaxing on the upper deck. JAZZ OF MONACO comes with a range of entertainment facilities including state of the art audio visual equipment and a range of toys. She also offers an option of a 10m chase boat with a dedicated skipper at an extra charge of EUR 1500 per day. Read more about …

Charter Yacht JAZZ OF MONACO Upper Deck

63.40m Luxury motor yacht POLAR STAR

Designed by Espen Oeino and built by Lurssen, the spectacular charter yacht POLAR STAR has an impressive six levels of interior and exterior deck space. Superyacht POLAR STAR is a full displacement steel hulled explorer vessel providing her charter guests with fantastic stability and safety, powerful presence and graceful styling. Her interior on the other hand provides a tranquil ambience of sumptuous decadence and elegant poise as created by interior designer Pauline Nunns.

The spectacular motor yacht Polar Star

Luxury charter yacht Polar Star can accommodate 12 guests in complete spacious comfort with 6 independent staterooms, including two doubles and two twins. All staterooms are equipped with en-suite bathrooms. One of her main features is a deck Jacuzzi and an internal sauna for guests. More about the yacht …

Motor Yacht Polar Star - Outdoor Jacuzzi Spa Pool

30.20 m motor yacht Beyond the Clouds

The elegant 30.20 metre charter yacht Beyond the Clouds was built by the well known Benetti shipyard in 2004 and is large enough to accommodate up to 8 guests in her custom designed layout with five separate deck areas while still able to dock in some of the smallest most unique boutique harbours throughout the Western Mediterranean.

Charter Yacht BEYOND THE CLOUDS - Upper Deck

Her elegant master stateroom is located forward on main deck with a king-sized bed, wardrobes, chest of drawers, coiffeuse, electric venetian blinds, disappearing LCD TV, stereo system and en suite toilet with tub and shower box. The VIP stateroom is located on lower deck and features a queen size bed, LCD TV, stereo system, dressing room, coiffeuse and en suite toilet with shower box and bidet. There is also a guest suite that features a French bed, LCD TV, stereo system and en suite toilet with shower box and a twin cabin featuring twin beds and en suite toilet. All staterooms are provided with air-conditioning and toilets are marble and wood finished. More about Beyond the Clouds …

Motor Yacht BEYOND THE CLOUDS - VIP

27.60 m motor yacht Lady Victoria

Sanlorenzo built charter yacht LADY VICTORIA features naval architecture as well as interior design by Francesco Paszkowski, boasting modern, fresh and elegant interior with a stylish and interesting exterior. Luxury superyacht LADY VICTORIA provides accommodation for up to 8, possibly 10 charter guests, in two double cabins, two twin cabins as well as two additional Pullman beds perfect for children.

LADY VICTORIA superyacht

This list of yachts is by far not the entire list of yachts available for charter in the popular Western Mediterranean. A large selection of sailing yachts as well as motor yachts is available upon request. Based on your desires and needs we will find the best luxury yacht to take you on the holiday of your dreams. Please, contact our friendly team for a free and professional advise.

MS Tûranor PlanetSolar yacht completes her first tour around the world with a success

May 04, 2012

Following over 19 months of navigation, the catamaran yacht MS Tûranor PlanetSolar is the first vessel to have successfully completed its tour around the world, using exclusively solar energy. Reaching the finish line at 2.12 pm in the Hercule harbour in Monaco after a journey of 60’006 km, the MS Tûranor PlanetSolar is the world’s largest solar ship ever built. Passing all the oceans as well as continents, the eco-adventurers finally met their loved ones and the onshore crew again under the applause of a large number of visitors coming to see them.

MS Turanor PlanetSolar yacht crossing Suez Canal

Following a course close to the equator, which led through the Panama Canal and the Suez Canal, the MS Tûranor PlanetSolar yacht has made many stopovers during her voyage, such as Tangier, Miami, Cancun, the Galápagos, the French Polynesia, Brisbane, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bombay or Abu Dhabi and Doha. 28 countries in total ! These stopovers were unique opportunities to meet the local populations and to promote the use of solar energy ! The MS Tûranor PlanetSolar is the first boat to have completed a world tour entirely powered by solar energy. Departed from Monaco on the 27th of September 2010, the ship has sailed under Swiss flag during 585 days without a single drop of fuel. Thus, PlanetSolar has shown the potential and reliability of solar energy.

Initiator and expedition leader of PlanetSolar, the Swiss Raphaël Domjan was very moved and has declared right after disembarking: “We are extremely happy to have achieved this first world tour with solar energy ! We have shown that we have the technologies as well as the knowledge to become sustainable and safeguard our blue planet! This exploit would not have been possible without the support of our partners, and in particular without the support of the German pioneer of solar energy, and co-founder of PlanetSolar Immo Stroeher, who was personally and financially committed to the success of this unique adventure.”

Catamaran yacht MS Turanor PlanetSolar in the Red Sea

“The MS Tûranor PlanetSolar is much more than a ship. It has become an ambassador of solar energy” says Immo Stroeher, main investor of the project. “The arrival in Monaco is only the start ! We now have to take advantage of the fame of PlanetSolar in order to promote the use of solar energy.”

Didier Burkhalter, Swiss Federal Councillor and Head of the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs was also present to share the joy of seeing this world tour successfuly completed. The Swiss government is an official partner of the project. “The whole country is represented through this innovative project. The technology, the project PlanetSolar and the pioneer spirit of Raphaël Domjan and his crew is a reflection of Switzerland and its efforts in favour of the environment”.

Gareth Deaves, adjudicator for Guinness World Records™ will present PlanetSolar during the welcome ceremony, with the certificates for the ‘longest journey by solar powered boat’ and the ‘first circumnavigation by solar powered boat’. During its journey, MS Tûranor PlanetSolar also achieved the Guinness World Records™ for ‘fastest crossing of the South China sea by solar power ‘and the ‘fastest crossing of the Atlantic by solar power’.

MS Turanor PlanetSolar yacht leaving Mumbai

A colourful weekend of celebrations in Monaco

Celebrations will continue in the port with a “SolarLightShow” and the concert of the Swiss band “Sonalp”. These events will be powered by the batteries of the MS Tûranor PlanetSolar yacht. The success of this technological and ecological adventure gathers many partners and supporters together. They will all be there to celebrate the success of PlanetSolar on the weekend of 4 to 6 May in the Hercule Harbour in Monaco.

His Serene Higness Prince Albert II of Monaco is expected on board on Saturday, 5 May to congratulate the crew : “Welcoming back the MS Tûranor PlanetSolar after having seen her leave more than a year and a half ago is a great joy. I am happy to celebrate the success of this extraordinary adventure that proves that the resources necessary for a more environment-friendly mobility exist and can be used today. PlanetSolar, Raphaël Domjan and his team have made a big step in favour of solar energy and the Principality of Monaco is proud to be associated with this success”.

The solar ship will remain docked in the Monegasque harbour until Monday, 7 May. Then it will sail to Marseille where it will be one of the guests at the European Solar Days from 9 to 12 May.

Luxury yacht MS Turanor PlanetSolar in Goa, India

New objectives for PlanetSolar

« The successful completion of the world tour is also a new start into a new era for the operating company PlanetSolar SA. » said Immo Stroeher. « We want to use our reputation, our contacts, our experience and our know-how in the management and implementation of solar projects in order to deliver concrete and practical solutions. As pioneers, we will support investors, individuals or companies in the realisation of their projects.»

“The successful completion of the world tour is also a departure into a new era for the operating company PlanetSolar SA.”, said Immo Stroeher, majority shareholder of PlanetSolar SA and pioneer of the German solar energy industry. “We want to use our reputation, our contacts, our experience and our know-how in the management of solar projects for the implementation of projects in the area of solar energy, and concrete, practicable problem solutions. As a builder of bridges, we will support investors, individuals and companies to implement their solar projects that are closely related to practice in a faster way – doers for doers, so to speak.”

“In a first step, we will introduce the MS Tûranor PlanetSolar to a new use. We are considering renting out the boat for scientific or commercial uses or even selling it. We are open for ideas and in talks with interested parties – from the use as a ‘green’ luxury yacht to scientific usages and the utilization as the world’s largest mobile solar power battery, everything is possible».

The Do and Think Tank PlanetSolar is intended to be financially self-supporting in the sense of a social entrepreneurship. Talks with potential partners will be taken up in the coming weeks.

36m Balk ice going explorer yacht LARS (ex Zeemeeuw) designed by Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design

May 04, 2012

36m motor yacht Lars was originally built by Made Shipyards in 1995 as the ice classed ocean going tug boat Zeemeeuw – a project never completed, but kept in good conditions in a Dutch harbor. On request of a client to find a suitable vessel to be converted into an ice going explorer for a journey all the way up North, the Lars superyacht was born, re-designed by renowned Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design.

Luxury motor yacht Lars (ex Zeemeeuw)in Norway

Luxury motor yacht Lars (ex Zeemeeuw) in North of Bergen Norway

The luxury yacht Lars (ex Zeemeeuw) was purchased at the end of 2010 and delivered after an extensive refit to her Owner in February 2012.

Explorer motor yacht LARS redesigned by Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design - Image courtesy of Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design

In a year time a complete engine room was equipped and all systems like heating, airhandling, electricity, electronics, and many others were engineered and installed.

Explorer superyacht LARS - Image courtesy of Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design

The superstructure was reshaped, rebuild, the empty shell isolated and equipped with a luxurious interior that gives accommodation to 8 guests with a crew of 5.

Explorer Yacht LARS - Image courtesy of Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design

The 36m superyacht Lars is at the moment North of Bergen, Norway with plans to travel to Spitsbergen, the West coast of Greenland and Iceland.

Motor Yacht LARS - Image courtesy of Felix Buytendijk Yacht Design

Main Characteristics of the 36m luxury motor yacht LARS (ex Zeemeeuw):

Owners repr Cees Ackermans
Shipyards Balk Holland/Stemat Holland
Naval Architect Herman Janssen
Styling&Interior Felix Buytendijk

Yacht Name Lars
Original Name Zeemeeuw

Original Builder/Year Made Shipyards Holland
Refit Yard/Year Stemat Marine Services 2011/2012

Original LOA 36,4 mtrs
Current LOA 36,4 mtrs

Original LWL 33,75 mtrs
Current LWL 33,75 mtrs

Beam 7,8 mtrs

Draught 2,8 mtrs

Original Displacement 437 m3
Current Displacement 437 m3

Current Gross Registered Tonnage 264 GT

Original Engine(s) if known 1x Industrie 1500 HP
Repower if applicable: HP and Year 1x Caterpillar 3512 C 1501 HP year 2011

Previous Speed (max/cruise) n/a
Current Speed ( max/cruise) 13/10 knots

Previous Range at xx knots n/a
Current Range at xx knots 6420 NM at 10 knots

Fuel capacity fuel tank capacity increased from 48000 to 76000 liter

Thrusters Bow thrusters and Schotteltype sternthruster [each 100KW]/Hydraulic sternthruster driven by a Cat 6,6 Acert – can act as spare/emergency engine

Stabilizers n/a

Generators Caterpillar 6,6 Acert [2x 125 KW]

Air conditioning mfr. Fancoils+Airhandling

Paint Sigma

Freshwater capacity 22000 liter

Original Owner and Guests (cabins/people) no interior accomodation
Current Owner and Guests (cabins/people) 3-4 cabins for 6-8 guests

Original Crew (cabins/people) no interior accomodation
Current Crew (cabins/people) 2-3 cabins for 5 -7 crew

Current Tender(s) 2 [7,5 and 4,5 mtr]

Construction materials steel/aluminium

Current Classification Bureau Veritas/MCA

Original Naval Architecture Herman Janssen
Refit Naval Architecture/Engineering Herman Janssen/ Stemat Marine Services

Refit Exterior styling Felix Buytendijk

Original Interior designer n/a
Refit Interior Designer Felix Buytendijk

Owner’s refit project manager Cees Ackermans

Antigua Sailing Week 2012: Day 4 – Another day of episode and drama

May 03, 2012

Day 4 of Antigua Sailing Week saw another day of episode as well as drama. This year’s Antigua race is resulting in continuous fleet battles. It was a stressful day for sailors today with plenty of start line incidents and a major collision on the first upwind leg of the day in the big boat class. With the last race tomorrow, almost all of the classes are still expected to be decided.

Antigua Sailing Week 2012 Day 4 Credit: P. Wyeth/pwpictures.com

In CSA 1A, Stefan Lehnert’s Tripp 56 sailing yacht Passion 4C won both of today’s races, virtually assuring the German team of winning the division. Richard Matthews’ Oyster 82 superyacht Zig Zag retired from the first race of the day, dropping Zig Zag down to third overall. Hector Velarde’s NM92 yacht Locura sailed with great precision today posting two second places and lifting the team to second overall. However, the first race of the day saw a serious collision between Oyster 82 yacht Starry Night of the Caribbean and On Deck’s Farr 65 yacht Spirit of Isis, which resulted in a large part of the Farr 65′s transom being smashed in. Luckily only very minor injuries were sustained and once safely on shore, the skipper and owner of Starry Night were quick to apologise for the collision showing good sportsmanship.

Skipper of Spirit of Isis, Vicky Blunt explained: “The regatta was going really well and a fantastic performance has been put in by the team who are charter guests of mixed sailing ability. We were looking forward to another good race vying for a podium position. Whilst we were on starboard tack there was an unfortunate incident involving Starry Night which came at us on port tack, ending our regatta in dramatic fashion. Thankfully everyone on board responded well and rallied together to bring the boat and crew safely back alongside. Many thanks to ABSAR and the Coastguard for their speedy response and assistance in this incident.”

ASW Day 4 - Another day of episode and drama Credit: P. Wyeth/pwpictures.com

In CSA 1B, Geoff Hill’s Santa Cruz 72 yacht Antipodes had a cracking day on the water, scoring two bullets to pull the Australian yacht up to within one point of overall division leader, Peter Harrison’s Farr 115 charter yacht Sojana. Both of today’s races were on tight courses with plenty of traffic from other yachts. Although Sojana got a great start to the first race of the day, the magnificent ketch chose to stay offshore to avoid tacking through the congested waters in shore but this made for more current and less breeze offshore. Also in the first race of the day, Jan Rupert’s Tripp 75 yacht Blackbird had a problem on their first spinnaker hoist, as the chute’s bag became entangled in the clew. A crewmember was put into a harness and a spectacular ‘zip wire’ retrieval was caught on camera by the Antigua Sailing Week video team. The second race start did not go well for Blackbird and Sojana, Antipodes expertly shut out both yachts at the pin end. However, two outstanding protests between Antipodes and Sojana needed to be settled after today’s racing and both were dismissed. Tomorrow’s last race looks set to be an absolute cracker.

In CSA 2, both races were won by Ulrich Rohde’s Swan 53 yacht Dragon Fly Plus, but only just. In the fifth race of the series, Chris Brand’s Swan 53 yacht Merel Four took line honours but could only watch with despair as Dragon Fly Plus came through the line 21 seconds later to take the win on corrected time. Andy Middleton’s First 47.7 yacht Global Yacht Racing was extremely fast downwind today, to take third place in Race 5. The last race of the day was an even closer affair with Ross Applebey’s, Oyster 48 sailing yacht Scarlet Oyster just missing out on a win. Christian Reynolds’ Swan 51 yacht Northern Child got an excellent start to the last race hitting the line with full pace to take third.

In CSA 3, Richard Wesslund’s J/120 yacht El Ocaso kept up its perfect score line with two more bullets, to make it six straight wins (will it be lucky seven tomorrow?). However, the two First 40s in the class were just seconds behind Wesslund’s Florida based team. Nick Burns’ Royal Hong Kong YC team racing Lancelot II had to retire yesterday due to a spinnaker pole problem but came back to take a second in the first race today and move up to third overall. Mario Martinez’s Smile and Wave was second overall but just one point ahead of Lancelot II. Don Payan’s Farr 40 Rigel was forced out at the pin end in the last race of the day, resulting in the team from USA dropping to fourth overall.

Antigua Sailing Week 2012 Credit: jasonpickering.com

In CSA 4, Calvin Reed’s First 40.7 yacht Elandra won both of today’s races but this is a very competitive class and the first race of the day saw Elandra get pinned out at the start by Patrick Holloran’s First 40.7 yacht Caipirinha. Holloran’s team was very aggressive on the start line today and in the last race of the day, Caipirinha forced Sir Hugh Bailey’s Beneteau 456 sailing yacht Hugo B into a premature start. Hugo B had a long way to go back to restart but the local Antiguan boat staged a sensational comeback, to take second place by just 5 seconds on corrected time. The last race of the day also saw a rare tie. After time correction, Jonty Layfield’s J/39 yacht Sleeper and Carlo Falcone’s Caccia alla Volpe could not be separated and were both awarded third place. Caccia alla Volpe also completed the last race having badly torn its headsail just after the start. Elandra has won the class with a race to spare and Hugo B is assured of second overall but Caccia alla Volpe and Sleeper are tied for third place overall and tomorrow’s last race will decide the last podium position.

It looks like it is going to the wire in CSA 5. Stephen Carson’s Dehler 34 yacht Hightide scored bullets in both of today’s races just ahead of Geoffrey Pidduck’s Six Metre sailing yacht Biwi Magic which is currently just a single point ahead overall. However, tomorrow’s scheduled race will mean a discard kicks in. Effectively, these two local yachts will decide the winner of the class on the last day of the regatta – expect sparks to fly tomorrow! Tanner Jones’ J/30 Blue Peter had another consistent day to hold off the challenge for third overall from Rick Gormley’s First 38 yacht Elethea.

In CSA 6, David Chatterton’s Jeanneau 49 yacht Resting Goose has won the class with a race to spare scoring their fifth consecutive win of the regatta. Eduardo Lentz’s Sun Odyssey 44 yacht Voilactus was second in today’s race and lies second overall. Vincent White’s O’Day 35 yacht Seal is on the same points as Vollactus and lies third.

In the Bareboat Class, the titanic struggle between three German yachts from KH+P continues. The Race Committee elected to send the Bareboats on a long 3-hour course offshore to Standfast. Horst Schulze, Sea You Later leads the class overall and won today’s race by just 34 seconds from Alexander Pfeiffer’s L’Oiseau des Iles. Andreas Kadelbach’s Cayenne was third. All three of these yachts have occupied the top three places so far in the six race series.

Tomorrow is the last day of Antigua Sailing Week and the last race will decide many of the class titles, however the weather forecast for tomorrow is looking light, which should make for some very tricky conditions. This has been an action-packed Antigua Sailing Week but you never know, tomorrow might just top the lot! The Volvo Ocean Race fleet is due to pass Antigua tomorrow and maybe, just maybe, the Volvo 70s may pop in to see what’s going on!

Antigua Sailing Week 2012: Ondeck Thank Local Antiguan Search & Rescue Teams

May 03, 2012

Day 4 of Antigua Sailing Week 2012 saw a collision in the morning between Ondeck’s Farr 65 sailing yacht Spirit of Isis and the Oyster 82 superyacht Starry Night of the Caribbean.

Ondeck's Farr 65 yacht Spirit of Isis racing during the 45th Antigua Sailing Week Credit: Paul Wyeth/pwpicturescom

Peter Anthony, Chairman of Ondeck commented: “During the first race today one of our yachts, Spirit of Isis, was involved in a port and starboard incident with Oyster 82, Starry Night that caused serious damage to our Farr 65 and put an end to its continuation in the regatta. I would like to thank Antigua & Barbuda Search & Rescue (ABSAR) and Antigua Coastguard, as well as a boat from the Antigua Sailing Week Organising Committee, for their swift response and assistance. Luckily only very minor injuries were sustained that were treated by the ABSAR crew ashore. Once safely on the dock, the skipper and owner of Starry Night were quick to apologise for the collision showing good sport.”

Skipper of Isis, Vicky Blunt explained:” The regatta was going really well and a fantastic performance has been put in by the team who are mainly charter guests. We were looking forward to another good race vying for a podium position and were climbing steadily through the fleet tacking our way to the windward mark. Whilst we were on starboard tack there was an unfortunate incident involving Starry Night who came at us on port tack, ending our race in dramatic fashion. Thankfully everyone on board responded well and rallied together to bring the boat and crew safely back alongside. Many thanks to ABSAR and the Coastguard for their speedy response and assistance in this incident.”

Other Ondeck charter guests racing on Beneteau First 40.7s and First 40s continue to have a fantastic regatta thanks to the hard working Ondeck team. Following day one of the regatta the First 40.7 Escaped Aussies had an abrupt end when they had a coming together with Asahi, Dehler 47. The Ondeck team came to the rescue, working through the night to prepare a yacht from their sailing school to make it race ready in time for the 10 o’clock start the following day.

Ondeck are arranging a replacement yacht to enable their transatlantic charter guests to sail from Antigua to Portsmouth, UK as planned on Thursday, 10th May. Their event known as the Atlantic Challenge occurs annually following Antigua Sailing Week.

Asia Boating Awards 2012 Nominees

May 03, 2012

The organisers of the Asia Boating Awards 2012 have unveiled the full list of nominees, with some new and unusual entries, as well as some industry stalwarts. Starting to be recognised all over the world, the Asian yacht builders have been growing in global market share.

IAG 100 superyacht Electra - one of the nominees for ABA 2012

In addition to reorganising the size categories, the awards this year feature a brand new category: Best Asian Built Yacht. This recognises the growing stature of Asian yacht builders in the global market.

The upcoming awards are sure to generate plenty of buzz, both in leisure marine media and in regional business media as well. The Asia Boating Awards, now in its eighth year, is the region’s most established and respected event of its kind.

This year sees awards in 19 categories, showcasing Asian builders and international brands, as well as Asian regattas, marinas and yacht designers working in Asia. The pioneering Asia Boating Awards was the first event to recognise the efforts and successes of Asian yacht builders.

RP120 motor yacht MUSES by Horizon Yachts - nominated in the ´Best Asian Built Yacht´ category

“Global interest in the Asian yacht market and in the yacht building scene means that the awards have naturally become a focal point for the yachting world. This year’s lists of nominees are all very well-known and have generated plenty of press over the past year. It will be a very interesting night indeed,” said Ryan Swift, editor of Asia-Pacific Boating magazine.

The Asia Boating Awards will take place on May 10, just one day prior to the start of the Hong Kong Gold Coast Boat Show at the Hong Kong Gold Coast Yacht and Country Club.

The list of nominees comes from online polling of Asia-Pacific Boating readers, with final winners being determined by a panel of judges that have been selected for their ability to make informed, impartial decisions. The awards ceremony is organised by Blu Inc Media, publisher of Asia-Pacific Boating and its Chinese-language sister publication, China Boating.

Heli shot of the McConaghy built yacht Adastra - Desgined by John Shuttleworth Design

Another ´Best Asian Built Yacht´ Nominee - the McConaghy built trimaran yacht Adastra

THE LIST OF ASIA BOATING AWARDS 2012 NOMINEES:

Best Asian Yacht Builder (30m and up)

• Horizon, Taiwan

• IAG Yachts, China

• Kha Shing, Taiwan

• Kingship, Hong Kong

• Ocean Alexander, China

A ´Best Custom Built Yacht´ Nominee - the 61m luxury motor yacht Diamonds are Forever by Benetti Yachts

Best Asian Yacht Builder (15m to 30m)

• Fleming Yachts, Taiwan

• Grand Banks Yachts, Malaysia

• Horizon, Taiwan

• Kha Shing, Taiwan

• Tricon Marine, China/ Bahamas

Superyacht Helix - the 5th F45 Vantage motor yacht by Feadship for the ´Best Semi Custom Built Yacht over 30m´ category

Best Asian Built Yacht

• Cheoy Lee Shipyards, Alpha 76, Hong Kong

• Horizon, RP120 motor yacht Muses, Taiwan

• IAG Yachts, 100´ luxury yacht Electra, China

• Kingship, 142’ superyacht STAR, Hong Kong

• McConaghy Boats, trimaran yacht Adastra, China

60m superyacht Darlings Danama by CRN Yachts - a Nominee in the category ´Best Custom Built Yacht´

Best Custom Built Yacht

• Amels, megayacht Imagine, The Netherlands

• Benetti, 61m luxury yacht Diamonds are Forever, Italy

• CRN Yachts, 60m motor yacht Darling Danama, Italy

• Feadship, superyacht Musashi, The Netherlands

• Lürssen, Hermitage superyacht, Germany

Motor yacht LIBERTY by ISA nominated for the ´Best Semi Custom Built Yacht over 30m´

Best Semi Custom Built Yacht (30m and up)

• Feadship, motor yacht Helix, The Netherlands

• Ferretti Group, CRN 43 luxury yacht Lady Trudy, Italy

• Heesen Yachts, MY Satori, The Netherlands

• ISA Yachts, superyacht LIBERTY, Italy

• Oyster Marine Ltd, Oyster 100 (an example is sailing yacht Sarafin), UK

• Sanlorenzo, 40 Alloy, Italy

Lurssen Motor yacht Hermitage - a ´Best Custom Built Yacht´ nominee

Best Production Motor Yacht (24m to 40m)

• Azimut, motor yacht 120SL, Italy

• Fairline, 78 Custom (an example is charter yacht XKE), UK

• Ferretti Group, Ferretti 870, Italy

• IAG Yachts, Electra 100’, China

• Princess Yachts, Princess 32M (an example is motor yacht Antheya II (ex Centurion), UK

• Sunseeker, Sunseeker Yacht 28 Metre, UK

Nomination for ´Best Custom Built Yacht´- the Amels Motor Yacht IMAGINE 212 Limited Edition

Best Production Motor Yacht (15m to 24m)

• Beneteau Group, Monte Carlo Yachts 65, France

• Fairline Boats Limited, Squadron 50, UK

• Ferretti Group, Ferretti 720, Italy

• Horizon, E54, Taiwan

• Jeanneau, Prestige 500, France

• Marquis Yachts, Marquis 630, USA

• Princess Yachts, Princess V57, UK

• Riva, 75’ Venere Super, Italy

• Sea Ray, 540 Sundancer (540DA), USA

A nominee for ´Best Production Motor Yacht´ - Azimut 120SL Superyacht

Best Production Sailing Yacht (15m to 30m)

• Beneteau, Sense 55, France

• Fountaine Pajot, Sanya 57, France

• Jeanneau, Sun Odyssey 509, France

• Lagoon, Lagoon 560, France

• Oyster Marine Ltd, Oyster 625 (an example is sailing yacht Blue Jeannie), UK

• Nautor’s Swan, Swan 60, Finland

A ´Best Semi Custom Built Yacht´ category - the Oyster 100 SARAFIN Yacht - Image courtesy of Oyster Marine

Best Production Sailing Yacht (up to 15m)

• Beneteau, Oceanis 48, France

• Lagoon, Lagoon 450, France

• Leopard Catamarans, Leopard 44, South Africa

• McConaghy Boats, MC38, China

• Tartan Marine Group, Tartan 4000, USA

Sailing Yacht Oyster 625 - Image courtesy of Oyster Marine

A ´Best Production Sailing Yacht´ category - Superyacht Oyster 625 - Image courtesy of Oyster Marine

Asian Marina of the Year

• ONE°15 Marina Club, Singapore

• Gold Coast Yacht and Country Club, Hong Kong

• Royal Langkawi Yacht Club, Malaysia

• Sanya Serenity Coast, China

• Xiamen Marina (Wuyuan Bay), China

An ´Asia-based Charter Yacht of the Year´ nominee - Superyacht Exuma - photo courtesy of Perini Navi

Asian Yacht Club of the Year

• Aberdeen Boat Club, Hong Kong

• Hebe Haven Yacht Club, Hong Kong

• Republic of Singapore Yacht Club, Singapore

• Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club, Hong Kong

• Royal Selangor Yacht Club, Malaysia

• Subic Bay Yacht Club, Philippines

Charter yacht NOBLE HOUSE nominated for the ´Asia-based Charter Yacht of the Year´

Asian Regatta of the Year

• China Coast Regatta

• Phuket King’s Cup Regatta

• Phuket Raceweek

• Top of the Gulf Regatta

• VinaCapital Hong Kong to Vietnam Race

Sailing yacht MONTIGNE for the ´Asia-based Charter Yacht of the Year´ category

Asia-based Charter Yacht of the Year

• Motor yacht Exuma

• Charter yacht Maverick II

• Catamaran yacht Moecca

• Sailing yacht Montigne

• Charter yacht Noble House

• Charter yacht Silolona, Phinisi Boat

Personality of the Year

• Cilian Budarlaigh, Indonesia

• Neil Pryde, Hong Kong

• Simon James, Thailand

• Thierry Barot, Hong Kong

• Y P Loke, Singapore

Luxury charter yacht E&E for the ´Best Yacht Design of the Year´ category

Print Ad of the Year

• Amels

• Art of Kinetik

• Blohm + Voss

• Fairline

• Ferretti Yachts

• Lürssen

• Oceanco

• Pershing

• Riva

A ´Best Yacht Design of the Year´ nominee - the 2010 Benetti Motor Yacht Nataly (ex Amnesia IV)

Best Yacht Design of the Year

• Art of Kinetik, Hedonist Open, Serbia

• Benetti, 65M motor yacht Nataly, Italy

• Cizgi Yachts, charter yacht E&E (ex Jasmin II), Turkey

• CRN Yachts, 60m Darling Danama, Italy

• McConaghy Boats, Adastra, China

• Sunseeker, Sunseeker Yacht 28 Metre, UK

Best Yacht Designer in Asia of the Year

• Axis Yacht Design Group, Italy

• Evan K. Marshall, UK

• Harry Dunning, USA

• Ker Yacht Design, Spain

• Vripack, The Netherlands

Best Asia-based Charter Company

• Asia Marine, Thailand

• Azurea Luxury Yacht Charter, Singapore

• Elite Yachting, Thailand

• Martello Yachting, China

• Simpson Marine, Hong Kong

• Sunsail, Thailand

Best Brand Presence in Asia

• Azimut Benetti, Italy

• Beneteau, China

• Ferretti, Italy

• Horizon, Taiwan

• Jeanneau, France

• Princess Yachts, UK

• Sunseeker, UK

Corsica to Sardinia charter vacation aboard the outstanding high performance sailing yacht LUPA OF LONDON

May 03, 2012

An ideal vessel for keen sailors and regattas, the spectacular 24m sailing yacht LUPA OF LONDON is available for luxury yacht charter in the Mediterranean. Late June and early July, she will be ready to take you on an unforgettable holiday around the beautiful coasts of Corsica and Sardinia.

Excellent high performance sailing yacht LUPA OF LONDON Sail

LUPA OF LONDON Cockpit

Superyacht LUPA OF LONDON (ex Rusalka) was built by Baltic Yachts in Finland and her main features include an easily driven hull, powerful sail configuration and canting keel. She is a magnificent boat for sailing enthusiasts, providing accommodation for up to 6 guests in 3 cabins, no compromise to onboard comfort with spacious cabins, heads and cockpit with excellent al-fresco dining area and sun-pads. For more active relaxation and entertainment, charter yacht LUPA OF LONDON offers a great range of toys.

High Performance sailing yacht LUPA OF LONDON Helm

Charter Yacht LUPA OF LONDON Master

In addition, an outstanding crew with Captain Dan and his team, consistently receiving rave reviews, will make sure you have the best time aboard this unique vessel.

Corsica and Sardinia yacht charter holiday

Your summer sailing vacation could start by embarking in Porto Vecchio on the Island of Corsica. Set on the hillock overlooking a beautiful deep blue bay, Porto Vecchio, is said to be one of the most unique harbours in Europe. From here you could sail to one of the magnificent nearby bays like Pinarellu, where you could drop anchor. Start your holiday by enjoying a wonderful fresh meal created by Lupa of London’s talented chef, after which you could relax and get ready for an afternoon of fun on water.

Sardinia

From here you could continue cruising down to the beautiful Bonifacio on the southernmost tip of the island. No man could resist the fascination of this old town, beautifully sitting perched atop a cliff, with its old alleys climbing up towards the sky. Bonifacio is an excellent place to sample some of the local bars and restaurants.

Your trip could continue cruising up the west coast to Ajaccio, leaning at the side of the most beautiful gulf in the world. The Gulf of Porto is a UNESCO world heritage site and a place of inspiring beauty. From here sail south to Gulf of Valinco, visiting its charming towns, including Propriano and Cappicciolo.

Capriccioli

La Maddalena Archipelago could well be your next stop. A National Park spreading between Corsica and Sardinia, it is composed of Seven Isles of remarkable beauty and all belong to the protected international Park of the Bocche di Bonifacio. Fine white or rose coloured sand and crystal clear waters will await you in this enchanting part of the world. Relax on the beach, aboard of Lupa of London or enjoy a fresh seafood dinner in one of the local restaurants.

To add some more excitement to your charter head down to Costa Smeralda in Sardinia. You could stop at the beautiful Palau beach for lunch, followed by a trip to Porto Cervo – a shopping paradise with all the big names. Here you could try some of the finest restaurants offering mouthwatering dishes. Continue the exciting nightlife after dinner.

Capriccioli - Sardinia

Porto Rotondo is another renowned harbour known for its designer boutiques, upscale restaurants and rich history. From Porto Rotondo you could continue on to Cala di Volpe and enjoy your day exploring this beautiful area. The possibilities are endless aboard this outstanding sailing yacht. You could easily spend more time aboard, enjoying her comforts, sailing or enjoy some spectacular diving, water sports, day trips and activities arranged by us and the dedicated and professional crew.

Sailing Yacht LUPA OF LONDON Under Sail

Luxury Charter Yacht LUPA OF LONDON is also available for charter during different periods in different charter destinations around the Mediterranean, including Naples, Amalfi, Sicily, Turkey, Dodecanese and South of France. Her charter rate is €27,000.00 per week plus expenses. Please, contact our friendly team for more information and a free advise.

40m Holland Jachtbouw luxury yacht Rainbow to compete in the J-Class races

May 03, 2012

The popular J-Class sailing yacht Rainbow sails again after 78 years. Constructed by Holland Jachtbouw in Zaandam, the 40m Rainbow superyacht is a replica of the America’s Cup winner from 1934, originally designed by Starling Burgess in 1933, and later on re-designed by renowned Dykstra & Partners Naval Architects.

J-Class sailing yacht Rainbow by Holland Jachtbouw Photo Credit: On Air Media, Marloes van de Haagen

The luxury yacht Rainbow will be taking part in the J-Class races being held in England between June and July. She sails under the number JH-2.

Holland Jachtbouw sailing yacht Rainbow under sail Photo Credit: On Air Media, Marloes van de Haagen

Luxury sailing yacht Rainbow by Holland Jachtbouw Photo Credit: On Air Media, Marloes van de Haagen

Superyacht Rainbow team training Photo Credit: On Air Media, Marloes van de Haagen

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