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The Second Annual Horizon Owner Rendezvous, May 4-6, 2012

April 23, 2012

The Second Annual Horizon Owner Rendezvous, hosted by the Horizon Yachts USA – the U.S. East Coast sales and service office for the Taiwan-based shipyard Horizon – takes place from May 4 to 6 in fabulous Key West, Florida.

The 2nd annual Horizon Owner Rendezvous, May 4-6, 2012

The 2nd annual Horizon Owner Rendezvous, May 4-6, 2012

Ten owners are participating in this year’s Horizon Owner Rendezvous with yachts ranging from 62 to 88 feet, and Horizon Yachts USA will also be bringing the Horizon EP69 yacht and Horizon motor yacht V74, both of which are currently available for delivery, to showcase at the rendezvous.

Owners of Horizon Superyachts

Owners of Horizon Superyachts

Horizon owners will enjoy a weekend filled with fun-in-the-sun activities, including a cocktail party and accompanying dinner, Cinco de Mayo sunset cruise, themed Open Yacht parties onboard owner yachts, and much more.

The First Hull of the RP110 motor yacht ANDREA VI by Horizon Yachts Released from Mold

April 23, 2012

In order to start the production, the first hull of the Horizon RP110 motor yacht Andrea VI, a brand-new model in the successful Horizon RP raised pilothouse series, was recently released from the mold. Due to be launched in June 2013, the Owner of the Andrea VI superyacht is currently enjoying the E84 luxury yacht Andrea V, launched by Horizon in 2006.

Andrea V superyacht by Horizon Yachts

Horizon RP110 Superyacht

Equipped with twin CAT C32A 1900HP engines, the new RP110 superyacht Andrea VI is estimated to reach a top speed of 20 knots. The main technical system design of the first RP110 has been completed, and the RP110’s exterior designer J.C. Espinosa will also contribute to the Andrea VI yacht’s interior design.

RP110 luxury motor yacht Andrea V

RP110 Superyacht by Horizon Yachts

Horizon superyacht Andrea VI under construction

Horizon superyacht Andrea VI under construction

A Chance Meeting for Owners of two Horizon Superyachts: P136 motor yacht Antithesis and E84 Debbie Lou yacht

April 23, 2012

The Owners of two Horizon superyachts, the P136 motor yacht Antithesis and the E84 superyacht Debbie Lou met each other just by chance while cruising aboard their luxury vessels around the fabulous Scrub Island, situated in one of the best Caribbean yacht charter destinations: the British Virgin Islands.

P136 motor yacht Antithesis by Horizon Yachts

P136 motor yacht Antithesis by Horizon Yachts

Horizon luxury yacht Antithesis began her two month Caribbean journey in March and will return home to Marco Island, Florida for summer vacation in May. This fall Antithesis has plans to travel to Ocean Reef in Key Largo so her owners can entertain guests during the November 17th weekend in Homestead, Florida, and they will go back to Marco Island to celebrate Thanksgiving afterwards.

Horizon E84 superyacht Debbie Lou

Horizon E84 superyacht Debbie Lou

The 39m superyacht Megaway 128 successfully completes her sea trials

April 23, 2012

Launched in December 2011 in Singapore, the 39m motor yacht Megaway 128 built by Megaway Engineering & Trading underwent successful sea trials last Thursday. Boasting beautiful interior by Monica Gunawan, the Megaway 128 superyacht will be exhibited at the upcoming Singapore Yacht Show, running from April 27 to 29, 2012.

The launch of the 39m superyacht Megaway 128

The launch of the 39m superyacht Megaway 128

12 guests can find the maximum comfort aboard the luxury yacht Megaway 128, offering 6 lovely cabins. These include a master cabin situated on the main deck and three double as well as two twin cabins, which can be found on the lower deck. Her 8-member crew sleeps in 4 crew cabins.

Twin 1,500hp MTU engines can propel the 39m superyacht Megaway 128 to the maximum speed of 18 knots and a cruising speed of 15 knots. Megaway 128 is built to to Bureau Veritas Class.

The number of J-Class Superyachts attending the UK Regattas revised

April 20, 2012

Coming last of the four Js at this year´s St Barths Regatta, the 42m sailing yacht Hanuman was unfortunately withdrawn from the 2012 UK regattas. Due to the owner´s business elsewhere in June, the 130ft charter yacht Endeavour cannot attend the Falmouth Regatta either, so only four yachts are expected to compete and not the six as being planned for.

J-Class Superyachts

J-Class Superyachts

Even though this is a big disappointment, four of these massive yachts sailing in Falmouth bay will still offer a spectacular sight – not to be missed.

The 39m superyacht Velsheda is due to arrive in Falmouth within seven days. Her support ship MY Bystander has already arrived. The 41.55m charter yacht Ranger will very shortly berth in Ocean Village, Southampton, before repositioning to Falmouth by early June. The new 40m yacht Rainbow, launched just before Christmas 2011, is now on sail trials in Holland in preparation for the event. She will be supported by the 57 metre ship, MV Holland. The 43.4m sailing yacht Lionheart is also scheduled to arrive in Falmouth shortly.

The Js are planning to leave at the end of the Falmouth event, and reposition at Solent Refit, in preparation for the Solent regattas. The luxury yacht Endeavour is currently still planning to compete, together with the other four yachts, making a fleet of five.

SL104 motor yacht INDIGO by Sanlorenzo scheduled for delivery in July 2012 almost completed

April 20, 2012

Recently sold to a Russian client, the dramatically beautiful motor yacht Indigo, currently in build by the prestigious Italian shipyard Sanlorenzo, is almost completed. Belonging to the successful SL104 series and boasting naval architecture by well known Francesco Paszkowski, the Indigo superyacht is scheduled for delivery in July 2012.

SL104 luxury motor yacht Indigo

SL104 luxury motor yacht Indigo

8 guests can find luxurious accommodation aboard the Sanlorenzo superyacht Indigo. There are 4 stunning and comfortable cabins, each fitted with en-suite bathroom. The Owner´s suite is situated on the main deck, along with a VIP-type stateroom, while two twin-bed cabins can be found on the lower deck.

With her maiden voyage in the fantastic Western Mediterranean, the SL104 luxury yacht Indigo is supposed to reach a maximum speed of 29 knots. She is run by twin MTU 16V2000 M93 engines. Indigo is RINA classed.

90m motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT by Nauta Yachts

April 20, 2012

The 90m motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT is the latest concept revealed by renowned Italian design studio Nauta Yachts. The main idea behind the PROJECT LIGHT 90M superyacht was to rethink the relationship between a superyacht and the environment around her.

90m motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT by Nauta Yachts

90m motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT by Nauta Yachts

Extraordinary outdoor spaces, breathtaking views from both inside and out, balance and cleanliness of lines, seamless inside/outside connection and harmony. The blending of these key elements makes for elegance and visual lightness: this is the essence of the Nauta luxury yacht PROJECT LIGHT, a project which gives body to the real lifestyle desires of VIP Owners.

90m superyacht PROJECT LIGHT

90m superyacht PROJECT LIGHT

With 1210 sq mt of open deck space and 960 sq mt of living spaces wrapped in 250 sq mt of glass, the megayacht PROJECT LIGHT embodies a new concept in the superyacht world, one that brings the outdoors in.

First impressions count. The main deck has 285 sq mt of open space aft making for an impressive reception area that can also be used for lounging, sunbathing and al fresco dining by day or cocktails, dancing and moonlit dinners by night. The saloon on the main deck opens onto the outdoors through its transparent shell of glass: the space seems endless.

Nauta luxury yacht PROJECT LIGHT

Nauta´s luxury yacht PROJECT LIGHT

All five guest staterooms are on the main deck. Each cabin opens onto a permanent balcony so that guests can enjoy privacy, the yacht and its surroundings, all of which are key elements in the LIGHT philosophy.

From the aft main deck, twin staircases lead to the beach club on the lower deck. Here owners and guests can enjoy 70 sq mt of open teak deck then go into the impressive 170 sq mt enclosed Sea Lounge for a drink or snack. The Sea Lounge is also a true disco club with DJ professional consolle and cocktail bar.

PROJECT LIGHT superyacht - rear view

PROJECT LIGHT superyacht - rear view

Nauta luxury yacht PROJECT LIGHT by night

Nauta´s luxury yacht PROJECT LIGHT by night

The opening transom has folding stairs for easy access to the water, and Two side opening terraces furtherly enhance the contact with the sea and the environment.

Two convenient boarding lobbies are positioned amidships to port and starboard where guests and crew can board tenders without disturbing the bathing guests aft. Just forward of the beach club an enormous spa and wellness area has a hammam, gym and fitness centre, a mud treatment room, massage and relaxation area with Jacuzzi pool and a beauty parlour.

PROJECT LIGHT superyacht Swimming Pool

PROJECT LIGHT superyacht Swimming Pool

Superyacht PROJECT LIGHT Swimming Pool by night

Superyacht PROJECT LIGHT Swimming Pool by night

On the upper deck, which is mainly dedicated to the Owner, a partially shaded area has loungers and tables that can be left as are for light lunches or united to become a dining area for fourteen. This space flows into a saloon area with a bar and gambling tables.

Fully forward, there is the ample, full beam Owner’s Suite that has sweeping 270º forward looking views through no less than 27 sq mt. of glass. This stunning suite also has a private gym, a studio and a dressing room combined with en-suite bathroom facilities. The suite opens directly onto a private terrace from which five steps lead down to the Owner’s private sunning area with a flush-with-deck pool, sun beds and sofas. The Owner’s suite totalize 130 sq mt indoor and 120 sq mt outdoor spaces.

90m motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT Wheelhouse

90m motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT Wheelhouse

The pilothouse on the bridge deck guarantees that the Captain has the best visibility.

Aft on the bridge deck, panoramic outdoor and indoor lounges allow breathtaking views from on high over the seascape and offer more intimate spaces for meetings and conversation.

As the Nauta superyacht PROJECT LIGHT is a large yacht, a spiral staircase wraps around a glass-enclosed lift that links all decks. While this lift is for guest use only, there is another dedicated lift and stairway for crew positioned to port.

PROJECT LIGHT superyacht Salon

PROJECT LIGHT superyacht Salon

A huge 30 sq. mt professional galley is conveniently located on the lower deck, close to the cold rooms and food stores of the tank deck. Crew and Officers messes are also in the same area.

All paths of work on board and their ergonomics were carefully studied so that guests and crew have reciprocal privacy, with separate and independent areas that respect the differences in use that they will make of spaces aboard. Crew can do their various jobs without interfering with each other or with the guests. Serving crew has easy work paths to saloons and cabins, whereas elevator and corridors have been designed to allow trolleys to reach any guest area on the various decks, while, when boarding from tenders, the crew can use the efficient boarding lobby located on port side of the staircase trunk on the lower deck.

Superyacht PROJECT LIGHT Owner´s Cabin

Superyacht PROJECT LIGHT Owner´s Cabin

Large 9 mt. custom designed limo tenders are berthed on the main deck, or, in an alternative interior layout, positioned aft of the engine room on the lower deck and can be hauled and launched through symmetrical gull wing doors. In the alternative layout there is no spa area, but a comfortable gym has been planned between the two tender garages.

A huge double level air conditioned Engine Room, allowing also for an eventual Diesel Electric propulsion, host twin MTU  M71 engines and 3 x Lindenberg C18 Gensets.

PROJECT LIGHT is a yacht that meets and exceeds the expectations for beauty, comfort and efficiency of today’s superyacht owner not by imposing itself of the surrounding environment, but by immersing itself in it and enveloping owners and guests in the beauty and serenity that they have sought out.

Main Characteristics of the luxury motor yacht PROJECT LIGHT 90M by Nauta Yachts:

Construction Material: Steel/Aluminium
Class: LRS + MCA LY2
Length Overall: 90.00 mt.
Beam max: 14.00 mt.
Design draft: 4.00 mt.
Gross tonnage: approx. 2,990 GRT
Number of Decks: 6
Accommodation for Owner, VIP & Guest: 12 in 6 cabins
Accommodation for Captain, Crew and Staff: 24 in 14 cabins
Suites for Owner & Guests:  6
Interior Luxury spaces: approx. m2 1,000
Crew accommodation: approx. m2 385
Catering and service spaces: approx. m2 230
External furnished spaces: approx. m2 1,200
Propulsion Engines: 2 x MTU16V4000M71
Main Engines Max Power: 2 x 2465kW
Propellers: 2 x CPP
Cruising Speed (at Design Draft): approx. 17.0 kt.
Max Speed (at Design Draught & 100% max rated power): approx. 18.5 kt.
Nautical Range (at economic speed of 12kn): approx. 6000 NM
Generators: 3 x Lindenberg C18
Generators Max Power: 3 x 464 kW
Bow thruster: 1 x 300 kW
Stabilizers: 2 pair non-retractable, “zero-speed”
Rudders: 2 high-lift

Incat Crowther designed 37.5m motor yacht ZENITH (IC0832) launched

April 20, 2012

The 37.5m motor yacht Zenith (IC0832) was successfully launched on April 15 at the Austal Service Yard in Henderson, Australia. Going through the last finishing work,  Zenith superyacht is a magnificent catamaran, designed by Incat Crowther and built by Sabre Catamarans.

37.5m catamaran yacht Zenith

37.5m catamaran yacht Zenith

The luxury catamaran yacht Zenith offers lovely and comfortable accommodation to 10 guests in 5 amazing cabins, looked after by a crew of 6 professionals.

All-aluminium superyacht Zenith (IC0832) is powered by twin MTU 12V 4000 M90 diesel engines, enabling her to achieve a cruising speed of 25 knots. Her beam is of 10.3m (33´79´´) and her maximum draught of 1.5m (4´92´´). Zenith is Lloyds Register classed.

Excellent charter special on motor yacht NATALIA in the Western Mediterranean

April 19, 2012

An excellent discount of €12,000 is offered for the first 7-day high-season booking of charter yacht NATALIA, if confirmed before the end of April  the charter will be accepted at EUR €98,000 per week plus expenses. The 2005 launched Palmer Johnson 120 performance motor yacht NATALIA is available for luxury charters around the Mediterranean, including Spain, Sicily, Sardinia, Italy, Corsica and South of France.

Palmer Johnson 120 performance Motor Yacht Natalia

Palmer Johnson 120 performance Motor Yacht Natalia

Designed by the Italian studio Nuvolari & Lenard, this fast and attractive superyacht combines the style and elegance of an open-style yacht with the additional space, accommodation and usability of a flybridge motor yacht.

Super Yacht Natalia

SuperYacht Natalia

Interior of the superyacht Natalia features a vast head room and wide panoramic windows, allowing for a great amount of natural light. Her magnificent saloon includes a lounge and interior dining, continuing onto the deck with additional relaxation and entertainment areas.

Yacht Natalia - Aft Deck

Yacht Natalia - Aft Deck

Fantastic good looks represent the 36.50 metre charter yacht Natalia, offering a high quality and comfortable ocean cruise. The yacht is well known for her powerful performance alongside sharp, head-turning design by Nuvolari & Lenard, who also created her contemporary, spacious and light interior.

Yacht Natalia - Dining

Yacht Natalia - Dining

M/Y Natalia boasts effortless, luxurious and elegant surroundings, providing accommodation to 6 to 8 charter guests. The overnight stay is offered in one Master stateroom and two Queen staterooms with private en-suite bathrooms. The lower saloon is convertible into a 4th guest cabin, with two bunk beds and adjoining en-suite.

Yacht Natalia - Accommodation

Yacht Natalia - Accommodation

Powered by two MTU 12V4000 DDEC M90 engines, the Palmer Johnson 120 charter yacht Natalia reaches a maximum speed of 30 knots and a cruising speed of 22 knots. She is currently available for luxury charter vacations and cruising around the popular Western Mediterranean.

For more information, please contact our team at CharterWorld, who will also be happy to provide you with a full list of other unique and excellent charter yachts available this summer.

Mediterranean crewed charter yacht holidays

Choosing to charter a  luxury yacht for your next summer holiday in the Mediterranean, provides you with a unique way of discovering the wonders of this ever so popular charter destination. A large list of excellent vessels is available in all destinations of the Mediterranean, including crewed luxury motor yachts, sailing yachts, mega yachts, superyachts, catamarans and gulets.

Nice - France

Nice - France

Western Mediterranean

There are plenty of things to discover in this wonderful area, starting from the glamourous and luxurious French Riviera, with its glitzy nightlife, discos, luxurious boutiques, daytime fun with a an excellent range of water-toys, scuba diving, including such popular places as Monaco and Cannes, with two important events on offer i the upcoming weeks: Monaco Grand Prix (May 24-27) and Cannes Film Festival (May 11-22).

Monte Carlo - Photo R. Tolomeo

Monte Carlo - Photo R. Tolomeo

Moving further south is Italy, with its amazing culture, great history and excellent cuisine. Charter destinations in Italy include Cinque Terre, La Spezia, Naples & Capri, Amalfi, Portofino, Reggio Calabria and Tropea, Sardinia and Sicily, as well as other wonderful places.

Corniglia - Cinque Terre

Corniglia - Cinque Terre - Photo Raffaele Tolomeo

Spain, a country with endless passion and power of wonderful culture. Be captured by the swirling Flamenco Skirts, the sangria, the tapas and the rich, flaming personalities of the Spanish. Discover Costa Brava, Mallorca, Palma, San Antonio, Barcelona, Cala D’Or, Puerto Calero, the Balearics or Valencia, amongst many other.

Barcelona

Barcelona

There is a wonderful selection of sailing as well as motor yachts available for charter in Spain as well as other western Mediterranean countries. Contact us for further information, to help you to choose the best yacht that will suit the holiday you dream of.

Works on the 47m superyacht Sunseeker 155 by Sunseeker Yachts started

April 19, 2012

Sunseeker International, a UK-based builder of the world’s most luxurious motoryachts, today achieved another landmark in its illustrious history when founder Robert Braithwaite laid the first gelcoat on the mould of the new 47m motor yacht Sunseeker 155. Scheduled for completion in December 2013, the Sunseeker 155 superyacht is the first semi-displacement, round bilge and long keel hull, developed by this shipyard.

Sunseeker 155 Superyacht

Sunseeker 155 Superyacht

The luxury yacht Sunseeker 155 is the largest build to date undertaken by the Poole Shipyard which can now soundly lay claim to being the only production boat builder in the world to be manufacturing a range of composite boats from 40 to 155 feet in length.

With a 4,500 nautical mile range, accommodation for up to 12 guests and 10 crew members whilst sliding in at just below a colossal 500 gross tonnes, the 155 Yacht is set to make a statement. The new flagship Yacht will incorporate innovative inset ship’s balconies, transverse garaging of tenders and toys, including a very private megayacht beach club with lower deck dayroom, folding platform and tender docking.

Robert Braithwaite, President of Sunseeker International

Robert Braithwaite, President of Sunseeker International

Robert Braithwaite paid particular tribute to the design and engineering teams at Sunseeker who’s hard work over the last 3 years have produced a stunning example to top the Sunseeker range.

Robert commented, “Today is the beginning of the manufacturing process that will make my dream a reality. She will not be owned by many but those that do will be buying a craft of exceptional style, quality and innovation.”