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2012 ShowBoats Design Awards Winners

June 25, 2012

The winners of the 2012 ShowBoats Design Awards were announced in front of a VIP audience of superyacht owners as well as the industry’s leading creative talents from all over the world on Friday 22 June at the Monaco Opera House.

2012 ShowBoats Design Awards

Now in their third edition, the coveted golden Neptune awards have quickly become a symbol of pride and distinction for the industry’s design professionals. Twenty-one neptunes were awarded to the winners during a glittering gala evening hosted by broadcaster Annabel Croft.

Alloy Yachts’ 67.2m sailing yacht Vertigo was declared the evening’s big winner, with designers Philippe Briand and Christian Liaigre taking home three neptune awards for Exterior Design & Styling, Interior Layout and Best Recreational Space for Guest Use (for her novel midships lazarettes on the lower deck.)

David Ostrander of Iluminus Design Group was in attendance to collect the Newcomer of the Year Award, presented for the restyling of the interior of charter yacht SnowbirD. Peder Eidsgaard and the design team behind Feadship’s 77.7m motor yacht Tango received two awards for Exterior Design & Styling and for the design of T/T Tango, much admired by the judges for an appearance that subtly matched her mothership while boasting supreme comfort and first-class construction.

SNOWBIRD

Musashi superyacht’s subtle blend of Japanese design with Bauhaus and American Art Deco influences saw Sinot Yacht Design triumph in the Interior Design 60m+ category, with Hemisphere and Hetairos taking joint honors in the sailing yacht classes.

Luxury Yacht MUSASHI by Feadship

The Young Designer of the Year Award once again attracted an extremely high standard of entries from aspiring yacht designers all over the globe. The winner, chosen by a panel of the industry’s leading creative talents, was judged to be Benjamin Julian Toth from Vienna for his project ReSeadence 50. Toth’s solution for converting a former 50m survey vessel into a yacht of ‘cutting edge design’ showed sympathy with the original vessel, but also incorporated novel design features within its avant-garde appearance.

THE FULL LIST OF 2012 WINNERS

Interior Design Award – Sailing Yachts

Joint Winner: Michael Leach Design for superyacht Hemisphere

Length: 145′ | Builder: Pendennis | Interior Designer: Michael Leach Design

Joint Winner: Rhoades Young Design for Hetairos yacht

Length: 218’ 10” | Builder: Baltic Yachts | Interior Designer: Rhoades Young Design

Luxury superyacht HEMISPHERE Aft

Interior Design Award – Semi-Displacement & Planing Motor Yachts

Winner: Rémi Tessier for Satori

Length: 163’ 5” | Builder: Heesen Yachts | Interior Designer: Rémi Tessier

Interior of the YN 15250 Motor Yacht Satori by Heesen Dining Room - Photo credit Dick Holthuis

Interior Design Award – Displacement Motor Yachts 30m – 59.99m

Winner: Tansu Yachts for Bartender

Length: 119’ 5” | Builder: Tansu Yachts | Interior Designer: Tansu Yachts

Interior Design Award – Displacement Motor Yachts 60m+

Winner: Sinot Yacht Design for Musashi

Length: 288’ | Builder: Feadship | Interior Designer: Sinot Yacht Design

Exterior Design and Styling Award – Sailing Yachts

Winner: Philippe Briand Yacht Design for Vertigo

Length: 220’ 6″ | Builder: Alloy Yachts | Exterior Stylist: Philippe Briand Yacht Design

Exterior Design and Styling Award – Semi-Displacement & Planing Motor Yachts

Winner: Espen Øino International for Shooting Star

Length: 124’ 8” | Builder: Danish Yachts | Exterior Stylist: Espen Øino International

Project 116 motor yacht Shooting Star a 38 metre AeroCruiser by Danish Yachts

Exterior Design and Styling Award – Displacement Motor Yachts 30m – 59.99m
Winner: Vitruvius for Galileo G

Length: 182’ 9” | Builder: Picchiotti/Perini Navi | Exterior Stylist: Vitruvius

55m Picchiotti Vitruvius series expedition yacht GALILEO G

Exterior Design and Styling Award – Displacement Motor Yachts 60m+

Winner: Eidsgaard Design for Tango

Length: 254’ 11” | Builder: Feadship | Exterior Stylist: Eidsgaard Design

Exterior detail of the Motor Yacht Tango - Image by Eidgaard Design

Naval Architecture Award – Sailing Yachts

Winner: Tripp Design Naval Architecture for charter yacht Sarissa

Length: 139’ 9” | Builder: Vitters Shipyard | Naval Architect: Tripp Design Naval Architecture

Sailing yacht Sarissa - Main

Naval Architecture Award – Motor Yachts

Winner: Axis Group Yacht Design for Numptia

Length: 229’ 8” | Builder: Rossi Navi | Naval Architect: Axis Group Yacht Design

Rossinavi 70m NUMPTIA superyacht from above

Interior Layout Award – Sailing Yachts

Joint Winner: Michael Leach Design for Hemisphere

Length: 145’ | Builder: Pendennis | Interior Designer: Michael Leach Design

Joint Winner: Christian Liaigre Interior Design for Vertigo

Length: 220’ 6”| Builder: Alloy Yachts | Interior Designer: Christian Liaigre Interior Design

Luxury catamaran yacht HEMISPHERE Master

Interior Layout Award – Motor Yachts

Winner: Art-Line Interior for charter yacht E&E

Length: 138’ 1” | Builder: Cizgi Yacht | Interior Designer: Art-Line Interior

Superyacht E&E Main salon

Newcomer of the Year Award

Winner: Iluminus Yacht Design for restyling the interior of charter yacht SnowbirD

SNOWBIRD Deck Lounge

Young Designer of the Year Award

Winner: Benjamin Toth for ReSeadence 50

Tender Design Award

Winner: Eidsgaard Design for TT Tango

Builder: Compass Tenders | Designer: Eidsgaard Design

Recreational Space designed for Guest Use Award

Winner: Christian Liaigre Interior Design for the Midarettes on Vertigo

Length: 220’ 6” | Builder: Alloy Yachts | Interior Designer: Christian Liaigre Interior Design | Area: Midarettes

67.2m sailing yacht Vertigo by Alloy Yachts

Bespoke Furniture Award

Winner: Achille Salvagni for the main dining room table on Numptia

Length: 229’ 8” | Builder: Rossi Navi | Furniture Designer: Achille Salvagni | Furniture: Main dining room table

Design and Technology Award

Winner: Baltic Yachts for Drive train system on Hetairos

67m Sailing yacht Hetairos launched by Baltic Yachts - Credit Baltic Yachts

Environmental Protection Award

Winner: Sanlorenzo for SL94

Cinque Terre and Cote D’Azure yacht charter special aboard open style sport yachts JR and SAMANA

May 24, 2012

With the European summer upon us, everyone is more energetic and looks forward to long summer days spent cruising on their preferred luxury yacht, sunbathing or swimming in the warm Mediterranean waters, followed by fresh seafood dinners and warm nights filled with entertainment and beach parties. To experience the charter holiday of your dreams, two exceptional luxury open style sport cruisers are currently offering a great special not to be missed. Motor Yacht JR and SAMANA yacht will take you along the coast of Cote D’Azur, down to Portofino and Cinque Terre in great style, luxury and most of all comfort.

Nice - The French Riviera - Western Mediterranean

The Aicon 72 motor yacht JR as well as the Sunseeker Predator 82′ motor yacht SAMANA are currently available for Western Mediterranean at excellent and very competitive prices.

Aicon 72 charter yacht JR

AICON 72 motor yacht JR

The AICON 72 charter yacht JR rents at €18,000 in low season (was €22,500!!) and €22,000 in high season (was €27,000!!) per week plus expenses. This represents a huge discount for a charter boat that is in a top condition and has a fantastic crew. JR yacht is based in Genoa, a perfect spot to embark on a charter holiday around the Northern cost of Italy, including Cinque Terre as well as Southern France with its glamorous and chic Cote D’Azure.

JR Yacht - Al Fresco Dining

SUNSEEKER PREDATOR 82 SAMANA yacht – open style sports cruiser

The Sunseeker Predator 82 charter yacht SAMANA also has an amazing charter rate reduction from €42,000 to €35,000 in the low season and from €45,000 to €38,000 in the hight season. SAMANA’s most important features include an excellent selection of water toys for a yacht of her size, including a large tender, wave runner and jetski. SAMANA yacht is based in Antibes, a perfect starting location to explore and enjoy the lively atmosphere of Cote D’Azure, St Tropez, Cannes, Monaco as well as head down to such northern Italian destinations as Portofino, Cinque Terre and La Spezia.

Motor Yacht SAMANA

Cannes to Cinque Terre Yacht Charter

Whether you choose Samana , JR or other outstanding charter yacht read through the locations suggestions we prepared for you to get you on the way with creating your dream holiday around the spectacular coasts of the Western Mediterranean.

Cannes or Antibes are perhaps the best ports for embarkation, after which you could take off on a short cruise to the Isle de Lerins. A picturesque and tranquil anchorage where you could unwind and recharge after your flight, enjoying a refreshing lunch and a dip in the water. You could choose to anchor down in Isle de Lerins, or head back to Cannes for some night time entertainment at Baoli, or at Bar 4 U.

The port of St Tropez in the Mediterranean French Riviera

Enjoy a late breakfast the next day followed by a leisurely cruise down the coast to St Tropez. Explore this charming little town with its endless myriad cobbles streets filled with boutique shops and cafes. For additional action you should visit the Pampelonne Beach and have a lunch at the chic beach clubs such as Club 55 or Nikki Beach with its contemporary restaurants, combining mood, setting, people and food in perfect proportion.

Nikki Beach St Tropez - Credit ArtmanProd

Nikki Beach St Tropez - American Independence Day event - Photo credit to ArtmanProd

After overnight anchor in the bay of St Tropez, the next charter destination could be Iles d’Hyeres. This beautiful and uniquely protected part of the coast is also known as the South Pacific of the Mediterranean. Anchor off a quiet, sandy beach for a relaxing lunch and regain your energy snorkelling or simply enjoying the scenery. Head on to the tiny Port Cros in the midst of a nature reserve, dine ashore in one of the fantastic quaint seafood restaurants or enjoy a beautiful meal aboard your luxury motor yacht.

The port of St Tropez in the Mediterranean French Riviera

Next day enjoy a lovely breakfast with a fresh coffee, fruit or croissant, while your crew will sail its way back along the coast. The coastline between the seaside villages of Villefranche, Beaulieu and Cap-Ferrat is spectacular and well worth stopping. Spend a day exploring these picturesque towns and their surroundings.

From here you could cross the Italian border and enter the town of Sanremo, spending the day exploring the city and its famous market. Overnight your charter crew will cruise down to Portofino, a famous port of call for luxury superyachts and sailing yachts in Italy and in the Western Mediterranean in general. It is framed by rolling hills covered in olive groves.

Corniglia in Cinque Terre - Photo Raffaele Tolomeo

From Portofino the next charter destination should definitely be Cinque Terre, filled with beautiful anchorages, where yacht charterers can snorkel, swim or play on the water toys. Cinque Terre stands for five charming villages connected along the coast.

Cinque Terre - Photo Raffaele Tolomeo

Anchor off Palmaria, an island just off the coast in the Nature Reserve of Portovenere and perhaps you could visit the Blue Grotto, accessible only from the sea. After al-fresco dinner aboard your luxury yacht you could head into town of Portovenere and enjoy the vibrant village atmosphere of this charming seaside port with a stunning backdrop.

Yachts in Monte Carlo - Photo Raffaele Tolomeo

From Italy your charter yacht could take you back to Monaco for some last minute shopping and entertainment. There is plenty to see and do in Monaco, including a visit to the Palace and exotic gardens, plenty of designer shops, spas, beach clubs, excellent restaurants and bars like Jimmy’z or the Amber Lounge, as well as the famous Monte Carlo Casino.

The Monte Carlo Casino

For more information about chartering the Aicon 72 open style cruiser JR or the outstanding charter yacht SAMANA sports cruiser, please contact our friendly team.

Exceptional RIVA 86′ Domino motor yacht RHINO luxury charter in the Western Mediterranean

May 08, 2012

Featuring striking contemporary lines with a sporty influence, the Riva 86′ Domino charter yacht RHINO was built in 2011 in Italy. She is a beautiful and comfortable vessel delivering the luxury expected of a sports cruiser. Superyacht RHINO is currently available for a rate of €56,000.00 per week plus expenses in the popular Western Mediterranean yacht charter destinations, such as Italy’s Naples & Capri, Elba, Porto-Vecchio, Portofino, Propriano as well as the French Riviera, Antibes, Cannes, Corsica & Ajaccio, Cote d’Azur, Iles d’Hyeres, St Tropez and Monaco.

SuperYacht Rhino - Profile

More about charter yacht RHINO

Large interior spaces spanning over two decks of the motor yacht RHINO were designed to maximise the various areas of the yacht. Her fresh cream and grey interior is complimented with light wooden furnishing throughout.

Motor Yacht Rhino - Main

Yacht Rhino - From Above

Accommodation is provided for 8 charter guests in 4 comfortable cabins, including a fabulous full-beam Owner stateroom with en-suite sit down shower and double sink unit. The cabin is also very bright with windows on either side. Additionally, there is a vanity unit and a lounge area. Six guests on he other hand, are accommodate in two guests’ cabins – adjustable double/twin and a twin cabin – located amidship. The VIP cabin can be found forward. All guest cabins offer en-suite luxury facilities.

Rhino Yacht - Forward

Luxury charter Yacht Rhino - Aft Deck

RHINO yacht‘s spacious outdoor spaces include relaxed sunbathing/seating area as well as an alfresco dining area for up to 8 guests located on the aft deck. The superb design continues with a retractable glass window that opens the space between the aft deck and saloon. A second, more intimate dining area for up to 6 as well as sun-pads and a Bimini cover are offered by the foredeck. The flybridge provides more sun pads to unwind when cruising or at anchor.

Motor Yacht Rhino - Master Cabin

Western Mediterranean Charter Yacht Rhino - Master Cabin 2

With elegant, contemporary interior and sleek exterior lines, the charter yacht RHINO is an ideal vessel for those wanting to cruise the Western Mediterranean in style and luxury.

Super Yacht Rhino - Salon

Motor yacht RHINO

Riva

Year:	2011	L.O.A.:	26.4 Meters (86.6 Feet)	Beam:	6.2 Meters 20.3 (Feet)
Max Speed:		Cruise Speed:	34 knots	Engines:	2 x MTU 16V 2000 M93 CR-2
Cabins:	4	Charter Guest:	8	Crew:	3

More: Motor yacht RHINO

More about the Western Mediterranean

Buzzing with life during the summer months, the Western Mediterranean is the most popular yacht charter destination offering endless possibilities for cruising, relaxation, entertainment, water activities and sight seeing. Charter Yacht RHINO is only one of countless superyachts available to enjoy the natural beauty, pristine beaches, rich history and glamour of the Mediterranean.

Liguria

Some of the places you could visit during your next summer charter vacation in Europe include France, Italy, Monaco, Spain, Sardinia, Corsica and Sicily. The most popular places visited by large luxury super yachts include the Monaco, Antibes, Nice, Cannes, St Tropez, Iles D’Hyeres, Tuscany, Naples, Amalfi, Portofino, Cinque Terre and many more …

Sicily

Western Mediterranean offers its luxury yacht visitors everything from the glamorous French Riviera, to the fantastic cuisine and rich culture of Italy as well as fragrant orange groves of Spain. Our friendly charter agents will be happy to provide you with more information about motor yacht RHINO as well as any other charter yachts you wish to know more about. We will also create a personalised itinerary, including the places you would love to visit, a range of activities as well as personal suggestions from our experienced staff. Please, contact our friendly team for more information and free advise.

Last days to book Charter Yacht SOAN for an exceptional price in the Western Mediterranean

April 23, 2012

Luxury motor yacht SOAN is currently running an exceptional price reduction offer for early bookings for this upcoming Mediterranean charter season. If booked before the 26th of April, the 2003 Overmarine launched Mangusta 92 charter yacht SOAN can be chartered at a great charter rate of €45,000.00 per week plus expenses for both high and low season, instead of her €52,500.00 in high and €47,500.00 in low season. She is a very stylish and sleek vessel based in Cannes Old Port and is available for charter holidays around the Western Mediterranean, including Italy – Sardinia, Sicily, Capri, South of France & Corsica. Accommodation is offered in 4 cabins to 8-9 guests.

Luxury motor yacht SOAN - Main

Her bold colour scheme, incorporating blood-red striped canvas used for the exterior upholstery, sets the tone for the whole interior, with deep red fabrics used in the furniture upholstery and carpet trim, providing her with a rather regal feel.

Superyacht SOAN’s salon features a comfortable sofa to port with a dining area to starboard. There is a small bar area to starboard aft and to port stairs down to the galley. The forward helm station, with three very dignified leather pilot seats, occupies the forward area. A thin wall behind the seats conceals a pop-up plasma screen television. Access to guest’s accommodation in four cabins is via a stairway on the port side adjacent to the helm station.

charter yacht SOAN - Aft Deck

motor yacht SOAN - Salon View

Accommodation layout of the charter yacht SOAN is very practical, including a full beam master cabin and a spacious VIP cabin. Located Amidships is a double and a twin bedded cabin. The twin bedded cabin has a Pullman bunk able to accommodate a child. All cabins have their own en-suite showers. The owner’s cabin boasts five signature rectangular port lights, set amidships on each side of the bedroom. The master cabin also features a walk in wardrobe and a large en-suite shower with bidet and his and hers washbasins.

superyacht SOAN - Aft Sunbathing

SOAN yacht - Aft

Excellent layout has been applied on the exterior of the SOAN yacht, with 2 huge sun pads, one up on the foredeck and another on the aft deck. On the Aft deck, the centre section powers up to become a table, leaving a shallow foot well beneath. There is plenty of additional casual seating on the aft deck, two quarter settees and a bench seat that backs onto the sun pad.

motor yacht SOAN - Salon

Yacht SOAN - Salon Seating

Despite charter yacht SOAN’s light displacement of some 66 tonnes, SOAN makes up to 36 knots at half load. Luxury yacht SOAN has a dedicated crew of 3 who are looking forward to welcoming you onboard.

luxury yacht SOAN - Master Cabin

West Mediterranean charter vacations …

Enjoy a glamourous and relaxing holiday chartering around some of the most beautiful places of the popular Western Mediterranean this summer. With such historically rich and glamourous charter destinations as the French Riviera, Monaco, Antibes, St Tropez and Cannes, followed by Italy‘s Cinque Terre, Tuscany, Naples, Capri, Sardinia and Sicily, this exciting place has everything on offer.

Highly sought after destination for many superyacht owner’s and charterers, the Western Mediterranean is humming with luxury motor yachts and sailing yachts during the European summer season. Not only it has some of the world’s most important historical sights and most glamourous ports, it offers beautiful azure waters and spectacular beaches. Here you can find everything that is expected of a perfect charter holiday; you could cruise around wonderful islands and enjoy their natural beauty with great water-sports and scuba-diving, savour the most exquisite dishes or be entertained in some of the most elite bars and clubs around.

To organise your very own West Mediterranean charter experience, please contact our friendly team for more information.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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 - 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

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.

Azimut Yachts and Atlantis open weekend in Varazze, Italy

April 12, 2012

Clients and Guests of the prestigious Italian luxury yacht builder Azimut Yachts and Atlantis will have the chance to visit and try-out the yachts of the two renowned brands.

Azimut Yachts at Marina di Varazze - Italy

Among the boats will be models of Azimut Collections: Flybridge, Azimut S and Magellano, in addition to Open of Atlantis.

The open weekend will take place in the beautiful setting of Marina di Varazze, flagship of the Italian port structures with 800 berths.

Marina di Varazze, in contrast to the measures taken by many others structures, has chosen to invest in the improvement of the sector, enhancing its offering and creating value with concrete actions and keeping the customer at the centre of its activities.

“Giving more value to the solutions to problems” this is the philosophy behind the Full Yachting Care, the new strategy developed by Marina di Varazze with new metric pricing for boats from 8 to 24 metres, all series of nautical services revised and optimised for the owner, who will benefit and guaranteed ad hoc solutions.

Cruise around Corsica and Sardinia aboard luxury charter yachts

April 12, 2012

SARDINIA and CORSICA: Two beautiful and unique charter locations to explore aboard a luxury charter yacht this summer.

One of the most attractive charter locations in the Western Mediterranean, Sardinia, offers beautiful beaches and harbours filled with the best and newest luxury charter yachts in the world. Sardinia will welcome you with some of the best beaches, bays and towns with excellent restaurants and mouth-watering cuisine. It is the perfect place for your next summer holiday in the Mediterranean. From here you can easily visit and cruise around the spectacular French Island of Corsica and discover its steep, rugged mountains and deep river gorges. It is located west of Italy and southeast of the French mainland, with Bonifaccio being one of its unique places of interest, with its irresistible old town charm sitting atop of a cliff. There is a large number of sailing yachts, motor yachts, luxury superyacht, crewed yachts available for charter in both of these popular and charming locations.

Corsica

A selection of outstanding sailing and motor yachts on offer has been listed below. For further information and the full list of charter yachts please, contact our team at CharterWorld.

Sardinia

Sailing Yachts available for charter around Sardinia and Corsica

The exceptional 24m charter yacht LUPA OF LONDON

Launched in 2000 by Baltic Yachts to a design by Reichel/Pugh, the luxury sailing yacht Lupa of London (ex Rusalka) is a Baltic 78′ performance vessel with easily driven hull, powerful sail configuration and canting keel. She is an excellent choice for keen sailors.

LUPA OF LONDON superyacht Under Sail

Comfortable accommodation aboard superyacht LUPA OF LONDON is offered in 3 large cabins to a total number of 6 guests. There is also a comfortable saloon and a separate galley. Al-fresco dining can be enjoyed around her cockpit table, seating all of her guests. In addition, Lupa of London yacht has a fantastic crew, meaning she boasts everything required for a perfect luxury vacation around Sardinia and Corsica. More about LUPA OF LONDON …

Luxury Sailing Yacht LUPA OF LONDON Gourmet Food

The beautiful 130ft sailing yacht VAIMITI

Luxury charter yacht VAIMITI was launched in 2004 with naval architecture by Jacques et Nicolas Fauroux. Combining top standards of luxury with maximum sailing performance, the superyacht VAIMITI is an ideal yacht to cruise around such stunning places as Sardinia and Corsica. She is easy to handle and all sails can be hydraulically controlled from the helmsman’s steering station. Two keels and a ballast tanks system guarantee stability and her shallow draft is ideal for getting close into the best anchorages.

Sailing Yacht VAIMITI

VAIMITI yacht features modern and vast interior, offering comfortable accommodation for eight guests in four spacious cabins, each with LCD TV screens, video and music players and private en-suite bathrooms. Her full beam master cabins is extremely spacious , boasting a king-sized bed, two en-suite bathrooms, a sofa and a writing desk. Find out more about VAIMITI yacht …

Luxury charter yacht VAIMITI

A selection of outstanding motor yachts available for charter around Corsica and Sardinia

Motor yacht BLIND DATE 161

The 2009 launched Trinity Yachts motor yacht BLLIND DATE 161 is a excellent luxury charter yacht with beautiful interior by Patrick Knowles, featuring a blend of blues and greys in combination with shimmering and textured fabrics. Measuring 49.07m in length, superyacht Blind Date 161 is powered by two Caterpillar 2250 engines.

Luxury motor yacht Blind Date 161

Accommodation is offered in 5 elegant and spacious cabins, to a total number of 12 guests. Her split-level master stateroom is positioned on the main deck and features a king-sized bed, nestled on the lower level and above an expansive custom sofa with breathtaking 280°, forward facing views. Please, contact us here for more information about Blind Date 161 …

Motor Yacht Blind Dare 161 - Interior

Luxury motor yacht ENCHANTRESS (ex Distraction)

Another beautiful yacht for charter around Corsica and Sardinia is the superyacht Enchantress, previously known as Distraction. This Benetti build vessel combines her signature class with the elegance of her interior, designed by Karen Lynn. Enchantress features and excellent layout, with three upper decks, offering volume of a vessel far beyond her length, including several al-fresco dining areas, outdoor lounges, sun mats and a deck Jacuzzi.

Luxury Yacht Enchantress - ex Distraction

Forward on the main deck, the master cabin can be found, boasting a king-sized bed, sofa and a walk through dressing area with a full length wardrobe. In addition, there is a full-width en-suite bathroom with his and her sides, a bath and walk-in shower. On the lower deck there are four guest cabins, including two VIP and two twins. All cabins are situated midship. The doubles are furnished with queen sized beds and the twins with two singles. All cabins have private en-suite bathrooms with a jacuzzi jet shower. More info about yacht Enchantress …

Relax aboard Enchantress charter yacht

Exceptional LADY BRITT superyacht by Feadship

Launched in 2010, charter yacht LADY BRITT is a world-class quality vessel built by the prestigious Feadship shipyard. Measuring 63m (207ft), motor yacht Lady Britt features exterior styling and naval architecture by De Voogt Naval Architects and a beautiful, elegant interior by Redman Whiteley Dixon design studio.

Charter Yacht LADY BRITT

Other than being available for charter around Sardinia and Corsica this summer, superyacht LADY BRITT is also one of the few luxury yachts to be present at the London Olympics 2012 and has already her berth booked for the entire period. The accommodation on board of the super yacht Lady Britt comprises two full width staterooms, one of which is the yacht’s Owner stateroom, with separate his and hers bathroom, his and hers dressing study and all twelve guests can be accommodated in six guest staterooms. Main deck lounge and dining area seats fourteen people. Find out more about Lady Britt …

Yacht Lady Britt Aft rendering

59.40 m Lurssen charter yacht OASIS

A true Oasis! The 2006 Lurssen charter yacht Oasis is an outstanding first class luxury vessel with innovative design features and luxurious details. With an interior design by Glade Johnson, her sweeping views evoke an elegant ambience.

Superyacht Oasis - Top Deck Jacuzzi Pool

Twelve guests are comfortably accommodated in one full-beam master suite and five generous guest cabins. There is no shortage of luxurious and spacious living space about superyacht OASIS.

Charter Yacht OASIS Master Suite

Heesen 4400 luxury yacht SAN BERNARDO

To cruise Sardinia and Corsica in style, superyacht San Bernardo is the perfect choice. Built in 2010, she is an aluminium semi-displacement vessel with stylish and elegant interior design by Omega as well as beautiful sleek exterior lines. This distinct design – along with the superior comfort and the high quality workmanship that Heesen is known for – accounts for the known success of the Heesen 4400 series motor yacht.

A sistership to motor yacht Bernardo - the motor yacht Petra

The SAN BERNARDO yacht can accommodate a maximum of 10 charter guests, sleeping in five cabins, and 12 guests when day cruising. She has three luxurious cabins with double beds and two with twin beds, all of which are fully en-suited. M/Y SAN BERNARDO boasts zero speed (at anchor) stabilisers, a gym, a deck jacuzzi pool and excellent outdoor socialising and relaxing areas. More about San Bernardo …

Interior of the Superyacht Petra - sistership to yacht Bernardo

Mangusta 130 motor yacht ABILITY (ex Solomia)

Fantastic crew will take care of every single desire you have aboard this excellent charter yacht. The 2007 Mangusta 130 motor yacht ABILITY (ex SOLOMIA) is available for luxury yacht rental in the Western Mediterranean, including Sardinia and Corsica. She is a very fine example of the Mangusta 130′ range, offering great space and speed.

A Mangusta 130 yacht - same series as motor yacht Ability (ex Solomia)

Superyacht ABILITY (ex Solomia) is perfect for those looking for something truly spectacular for their summer charter vacation! She can move between the various hot spots of the Western Mediterranean very quickly and easily, and offers a good selection of water toys and extras. More about Ability …

MANGUSTA 130 - same series as the motor yacht ABILITY - Dining

Feadship SL 39 luxury motor yacht KATHLEEN ANNE

Measuring 39 metres in length, the 2009 launched Feadship SL39 superyacht Kathleen Anne is a steel displacement vessel, available for luxury charters in the Mediterranean. Kathleen Anne features naval architecture by De Voogt Naval Architects, whereas her exterior lines were created by Guido De Groot and interior by Bannenberg & Rowell.

Charter yacht KATHLEEN ANNE - At Launch

One fantastic aspect of this Feadship yacht is her large owner’s suite as situated up upon the yacht’s main deck. In addition, there are four guest suites on the lower deck – one double, two twins and one which converts to either. All the guest staterooms are panelled with broad planks of white oak as harmonised with a simple cream coloured fabric upholstery and deeply fluted plinths and chunky macassar ebony wood footboards beds. More about yacht Kathleen Anne …

Charter Yacht Kathleen Anne - Dining

34m charter yacht Black and White

Launched in 2010 by Sunseeker, motor yacht Black and White boasts incredibly modern and stylish interior as well as exterior, carrying a black&white theme throughout as suggested by her name. Great attention to detail has been paid aboard luxury charter yacht Black and White, with beautiful design features, including the Fendi leather furniture in her main saloon, Philippe Starck Mirror and American Walnut carpentry, not to mention the Bang and Olufsen media system.

Black and White charter yacht

The Sunseeker BLACK AND WHITE charter yacht is able to accommodate 10 guests in 5 luxurious and modern cabins. The beautiful master cabin features a King size bed with a window view forward so the guests can see the horizon from their bed. The master cabin has a full walk in wardrobe with plenty of space for storage. The master ensuite has a separate toilet, a large jacuzzi bath and a magnificent gold tiled mosaic shower. There are identical spacious two VIP cabins, with ensuite bathrooms and beautiful black tiles mosaic showers. There are also two identical twin cabins with very good sized single beds and an ensuite. All cabins have a Bang and Ouflsen TV system and there is a lobby area for the guests. As with the communal areas of the yacht, the theme of Black and White transpires through the whole accommodation area.

Read more about Black and White or contact us for more information about chartering any of the above yachts, as well as the full list of luxury charter superyachts available in the Mediterranean this summer.

Exceptional French Riviera charter yacht selection for your next luxury charter holiday around the Western Mediterranean

April 04, 2012

The French Riviera is one of the most popular Mediterranean luxury yacht charter destinations offering sublime climate, beautiful landscape and history, secluded and tranquil islands, as well as exciting and chic places, oozing with glitz and glamour. From Nice, Antibes, Cannes, St Tropes to Monaco, you will find everything you would expect from a perfect luxury yacht rental … and more. Below, you will find a selection of excellent motor yachts as well as sailing yachts available for charter this upcoming Mediterranean season around the French Riviera and the Western Mediterranean. This list is by far not the entire range of beautiful yachts on offer, therefore please do not hesitate to contact us for more information and free friendly advise.

Nice - The French Riviera - Western Mediterranean

63.40 m Lurssen expedition yacht POLAR STAR

Designed by renowned designer Espen Oeino and built by the prestigious Lurssen shipyard in Germany, the magnificent 208ft long motor yacht POLAR STAR boasts impressive six levels of luxurious and comfortable interior and exterior deck space. Great stability and safety is provided aboard mega yacht POLAR STAR, in addition to her powerful presence and graceful styling. Her interior on the other hand, shows tranquil ambience of sumptuous decadence and elegant poise, as created by her interior designer Pauline Nunn.

Motor Yacht Polar Star

Polar Star is truly a unique expedition yacht with an ample beam of 42 feet (12.80 m) and huge volume, creating an enormous interior living space. Luxury charter yacht POLAR STAR provides accommodation to 12 charter guests in 6 independent staterooms, including 4 doubles and 2 twins.

Charter Yacht Polar Star

To relax and unwind aboard, the POLAR STAR superyacht has a deck Jacuzzi spa pool as well as an internal sauna. Guest staterooms are located on her main deck, rather than below deck, for more natural light and beautiful ocean views. The Owner’s Area boasts a stateroom, a den and a ‘his and hers’ bathroom as well as an indispensable private deck. There is also a spa, found aft on the Owner’s deck, holding up to 10 bathers. More about POLAR STAR …

Polar Star Superyacht

67 m Mega Yacht APOISE by Lurssen

Another magnificent luxury vessel is the 219’82” Lurssen motor yacht Apoise refitted in 2009. Featuring exterior styling by Espen Oeino and spectacular interior by Francois Zuretti, superyacht APOISE is one of the largest and most exclusive mega charter yachts in the world offering the ultimate in cruising experience.

Superyacht APOISE

Accommodation aboard one of the largest charter yachts in the world is offered to 12 charter guests looking for the highest level of comfort and excitement. Spanning six decks, mega yacht APOISE boasts an impressively spacious sundeck with 360° views, a massive Jacuzzi, sports bar, theatre, gym and all-round WiFi. She also features excellent bridge and upper deck space with indoor and outdoor dining areas, as well as numerous lounges.

Superyacht APOISE - Jacuzzi on Sundeck

Lurssen charter yacht APOISE’s important main deck features include a beautiful formal dining area and a massive Owner’s Stateroom, measuring 130 square metres, reminiscent of a five-star hotel. The Owner’s cabin boasts a full -beam master bath and jacuzzi. The VIP suite is located on the bridge deck and the remaining four suites on the lower deck, all offering king-sized berths with en-suite bathrooms. More about APOISE yacht …

Superyacht APOISE - Master Cabin

67.2 metre luxury sailing yacht VERTIGO

The Philippe Briand designed charter yacht VERTIGO is a beautiful Alloy Yachts built luxury sailing vessel measuring 220 feet in LOA, with interior design by Christian Liaigre. She is the first sailing yacht of her size to have an almost vertical bow, which permits a greater waterline length, providing for a considerable improvement in speed both under sail and engine power. Superyacht VERTIGO reaches about 20 knots under sail with a true wind speed of 20 knots and a maximum speed of 17 knots with a range of about 4000 nm with a use of engine power.

Vertigo superyacht by Alloy Yachts

Particular attention has been given to the exterior relaxing areas, cockpit and flying bridge, affording the possibility to be outside and sheltered as you wish. The aft cockpit is especially well protected by a large hard-top that incorporates a louvre system and by lateral sliding windows. The flybridge is open but on demand it can be protected by a removable bimini top and a large dodger. More about sailing yacht VERTIGO …

Alloy Yachts Sailing Yacht VERTIGO

58.52 m Lurssen charter yacht CAPRI

Motor yacht CAPRI is a spectacular 192 foot luxury vessel with elegant interior design by Glade Johnson Design. Accommodation aboard CAPRI superyacht is available in 6 beautiful and spacious staterooms to 12 charter guests. The master suite offers a king-sized bed and a Jacuzzi bathtub in the his and hers private en-suite bathroom. The suite also has a private study and a full electronic entertainment system.

Luxury charter yacht CAPRI with tenders

There are additional four similar sized large guest cabins aboard CAPRI superyacht, found on the lower deck with extra large portholes. Additionally, there is a separate accommodation for thirteen to fifteen crew members. Her amenities and extras include a 22ft Chris Craft tender, a 22 ft Ribtech tender, 2 Sea-Doo 3 person waverunners, dive compressor, complete scuba and fishing equipment, two Hobie kayaks, two bikes, fully equipped gym observation deck, helicopter pad as well as a sound-proof music recording room with state of the art audio/video equipment. More about CAPRI superyacht …

Motor Yacht CAPRI Accommodation

60 m CMN luxury motor yacht CLOUD 9

Charter Yacht CLOUD 9 is a 2009 launched steel displacement yacht built by CMN shipyard in collaboration with the well known yacht designer Andrew Winch. Superyacht CLOUD 9 accommodates up to 12 charter guests in utmost in comfort and style. Her Master cabin if full beam, featuring an office, his and hers bathrooms, separate dressing rooms and stairwell up to a raised observation lounge giving panoramic views forward. The VIP cabin with a private balcony can be also found on the bridge deck.

Luxury charter yacht CLOUD 9 Aft Dining

CLOUD 9 yacht has an excellent range of extras on board, including two 22ft Nautica Express custom yacht tenders fitted with composite teak decks, pro wakeboard and ski pole, easy water access, and all the latest in electronics …, a Castoldi jet boat, two Seadoo RTX 3 man jet skis, two ClearBlue Hawai transparent kayaks, a large selection of waterski sand wake boards, plenty of towing toys and games like beach Volley Ball, a Beach dining set up, Snorkelling sets for all ages as well as safety and support equipment. Inside, Cloud 9 has a Kaleidoscope system and she has all of the modern communications equipment including SatCom with VOIP and Fleet 77. Read more about Cloud 9 charter yacht …

Motor Yacht CLOUD 9 Jacuzzi

57.9 m motor yacht MI SUENO

Built and launched by Trinity Yachts, charter yacht MI SUENO offers a modern combination of the latest technology with exquisite styling, featuring interior design by Patrick Knowles. Her accommodation includes one master suite, two VIP suites, one double and one twin cabin.

Motor Yacht Mi Sueno by Trinity Yachts

MI SUENO yacht’s deck equipment includes a Jacuzzi for seven people, one hydraulic 22.5 ft. Marquip Passerelle, two 10 step manual shipdise boarding ladders 24″ Nautical Structures, one 5,500 lb. Nautical Structures tender davit in garage, one Nautical Structures MCA approved 2,500 lb @ 22 ft. Telescoping davit on the flybridge, one Nautical Structures 1700 lb @ 15 ft. Telescoping davit on the bow. More about MI SUENO …

Luxury Motor Yacht Mi Sueno - Owner Stateroom

56 m Sailing Yacht PANTHALASSA

Created by Foster + Partners in collaboration with Perini Navi, with naval architecture by Perini Navi and Ron Holland Design, the spectacular 183’8” sailing yacht PANTHALASSA reflects a fusion of contemporary living and the finest in nautical heritage. Her interior is completely penetrated by light, featuring vast light and airy spaces, with clean lines and uncluttered style.

Sailing Yacht Panthalassa - Main Salon with natural light

Superyacht PANTHALASSA offers versatile arrangements, including a dining table transformable into a coffee table, a library with views over the open water providing a feeling of relaxation and contemplation, a boardroom with video conferencing facilities, which can also be used at a dining area, and a sweeping sofa in the saloon that becomes a bar.

Charter Yacht Panthalassa - Dining Table

Luxury charter ketch Panthalassa is able to accommodate up to 12 guests in 6 nearly equal sized cabins, including four fixed doubles and two twin cabins, with beds convertible into doubles. More about Panthalassa …

Sailing Yacht Panthalassa - Aft Deck Dining

54.20 m motor yacht MARAYA by CRN Yachts

Launched in Italy in 2008, this impressive motor yacht MARAYA, offers every possible amenity one could desire. Featuring contemporary and crisp minimal interior by Claude Misser, luxury charter yacht MARAYA offers accommodation in 6 elegant staterooms to up to 12 guests in total.

Relax on board charter yacht MARAYA

One of the main features of the superyacht MARAYA is an impressive sun-deck, boasting a bar and a Jacuzzi pool, along with an internal lift for access. She boasts an abundance of both internal and external spaces for her charter guests to escape, relax and fully enjoy their freedom aboard. Maraya yacht offers an extensive range of water sports equipment on board and a great selection of toys. More about MARAYA charter yacht …

Aboard Luxury motor yacht MARAYA

52 m Sailing Yacht MONDANGO

Built by the renowned and respected luxury yacht builder Alloy Yachts in New Zealand, the 2008 launched spectacular sailing yacht MONDANGO features naval architecture by Dubois Naval Architects. Her elegant and luxurious interior was created by Reymond Langton Design and she can sleep up to 10 guests on board, looked after by a crew of 10 professionals.

Sailing yacht Mondango - Photo Credit Alloy Yachts

The high performance aluminium ketch has been built to Lloyds Classification and complies with the Large Commercial Yacht Code LY2. The sailing yachts hull is a majestic blue with a Matterhorn white superstructure. Charter Yacht MONDANGO has been awarded the ‘Best Sailing Yacht over 45m’ at the ShowBoats International. More about MONDANGO superyacht …

51.7m superyacht MONDANGO

50m Motor Yacht LIBERY by ISA

Launched last year in March, the 164 ft charter yacht LIBERTY the first vessel from the 50m customer series by ISA Yachts. Her design was created by ISA’s in-house design studio and technical team in collaboration with Andrea Vallicelli.

Luxury charter yacht LIBERTY

Superyacht LIBERTY boasts elegant exterior lines, with smooth outlines and a dark grey metallic hull, contrasting with a brilliant white superstructure. Liberty’s spacious sundeck measures more than 17 metres in length and features a large pool and is furnished with sofas. This is an excellent area for her charter guests to relax and enjoy the magnificent views of her surroundings. More about LIBERTY yacht …

Luxury motor yacht LIBERTY by ISA Yachts

50m Superyacht ODESSA

Launched by the Turkish shipyard Proteksan Turquoise, the 164 ft luxury charter yacht ODESSA was designed by Ed Dubois and offers utmost in luxury and comfort to ensure an enjoyable time onboard. Her modern and relaxed interior was designed by John Horsfield of H2 Yacht Design.

Yacht ODESSA - Proteksan Turquoise

Motor yacht ODESSA provides accommodation in 5 spacious cabins to 10 charter guests in total, as well as several convertible options for additional flexibility. One of the main features of Odessa is her sun-deck, boasting vast sunbathing area, several dining options, shaded area, a Jacuzzi and plenty of sunpads for relaxation. Find out more about ODESSA …

2007 Yacht ODESSA by Proteksan Turquoise - Jacuzzi

41.80 metre charter yacht NATORI

Built by Baglietto shipyard in Italy, the beautiful motor yacht NATORI was designed by Jon Bannenberg with naval architecture by Francesco Paszkowski. Natori yacht is an excellent, well rounded semi-displacement luxury charter yacht providing accommodation for 10 guests in 5 splendid cabins.

Charter Yacht NATORI - Decks

Her contemporary and clever layout focuses on functional living areas, with fantastic access to the outdoor lifestyle living areas. Superyacht NATORI offers excellent features, such as large outdoor spaces and Jacuzzi pool, a gymnasium, zero speed stabilisers, jetskis, water toys, superb electronics and tasteful interior design. More about NATORI here …

Natori Yacht - Skylounge - BANNENBERG DESIGN LTD

72 ft Open style charter yacht JR – JR AICON 72

Motor yacht JR is an open style sports cruiser available for Western Mediterranean cruising around Northern Italy, South of France, Corsica and Sardinia. She is an excellent charter yacht with intelligent interior and exterior layout, great external spaces and outdoor living areas. Her hard-top roof retracts to create an open-air atmosphere and brings air and light indoors.

Motor Yacht JR - Alfresco Dining

Providing wonderful areas onboard, charter yacht JR boasts an aft deck with al-fresco dining table and a large sunbed. Her second sunbathing area can be found forward of the bridge. This well equipped, beautifully designed crewed Motor Yacht Aicon 72 is perfect for lovers of speed and luxury. With a cruising speed of 33 knots this yacht will not disappoint. Read more about charter yacht JR or contact us here for more information.

Charter Yacht JR - Master Cabin

As mentioned above, by no means is this the whole list of luxury motor yachts and sailing yachts available around the Western Mediterranean. There are countless wonderful boats available for charter in Italy, France (South of France), Sardinia, Sicily, Corsica, Spain and Malta amongst other popular destinations. Please, contact our friendly team at CharterWorld for more advise and information.

2012 Les Voiles de St Barth: BACK FOR MORE

April 03, 2012

On the eve of the third running of Les Voiles de St. Barth, April 2-7, the palm-fringed port of Gustavia, St. Barthlemy quickly filled with an impressive array of race boats: ocean-racing maxis including the 90-foot sailing yacht Rambler and the Swan 112, charter yacht Highland Breeze; classic beauties such the Olin Stephen-designed Dorade sailing yacht and the Fife-built yawl Mariella; a trio of IRC 52s, multi-hulls including the 66 Gunboat Phaedo, and two large racing classes with a mix of Melges, J/boats, and a mix of 40-footers, including the hot-off-the-press Carkeek 40, Decision.

Sailing yacht Nilaya heads out for practice prior to the start of Les Voiles de St Barth © Christophe Jouany Les Voiles de St. Barth

Over 60 boats are registered for this year’s edition, up from with a large number of returning entries, proof that the regatta has filled the need for spirited competition towards the end of the winter season a time when tourism typically begins to wind down in the Caribbean. Though that was hard to tell yesterday, at the islands tiny airport, as the steady stream of small commuter planes landing were filled with a duffle bag-wielding collection of sailors from the ranks of the Americas Cup, round-the-world-ocean races, and Olympic competition, that included Gavin Brady (Vesper), Scott Vogel (Rambler), Bouwe Bekking (yacht Nilaya), Cam Lewis (Paradox), Charlie McKee and Ross MacDonald (Mayhem), Tony Rey, Jeff Madrigali, and Nacho Postigo (Powerplay), and Dee Smith (Decision).

Gustavia Harbour on the eve of the start of Les Voiles de St Barth - Credit Christophe Jouany Les Voiles de St. Barth

But it’s not just the professionals that flock to Les Voiles de St. Barth, the regattas program and mix of courses also appeals to a competitive group of amateur and family racers that hone their skills on the growing circuit of Caribbean regattas that take advantage of this sailing paradise.

While not the easiest of destinations to reach some U.S. west coast sailors logged 16+ hours in transit, while others from Europe only slightly less the island of St Barths itself is a welcome reward at the end of the road: a turquoise blue, crystal-clear sea, pristine white sand beaches, and an array of fabulous restaurants just payoff for a long day’s journey.

Francesco Mongelli, navigator onboard Jim Swartz IRC52 Vesper, is here racing in St Barth’s for the first time. The Italian sailor, who sails primarily in Europe, has been racing with the Vesper crew since last October, and was clearly keen to have touched down in this French paradise, Its a mix of all the best sailing places, together with perfect weather and good food. Having spent the afternoon in a tender carefully checking out the coastline and charted (and uncharted) rock outcroppings, Mongelli added, Its pretty similar to Porto Cervo, the difference is that there you more or less know where everything is, and the charts are accurate. You cannot take the same risk here that wed take in Porto Cervo.

Atmosphere on the dockside at Les Voiles de Saint Barth © Christophe Jouany Les Voiles de St. Barth

Racing will run from Tuesday, April 3 to Saturday, April 7 and will feature a mix of Olympic triangles, short coastal courses, and a 20-30 nautical mile round-the island race. The fleet will be split into seven classes: Maxi (> 21 meters), IRC52 (former TP52s that have been optimized for the IRC rule), Spinnaker I + II, Non-Spinnaker (racer/cruiser), Classic (vintage/traditional), and Multihull. Thursday is a layday at Nikki Beach, with lunch and a full afternoon of activities, including a paddleboard competition.

New this year, Les Voiles will offer real-time race tracking with 2D visualization via the internet. Waypoint-Tracking developed the system in close collaboration with ISAF. The site will allow enthusiasts to follow the daily racing action live or to replay at a later time.

Many of the competing boats are moored stern-to at the Quai General de Gaulle, site of the Race Village, where all of the daily breakfast and post-race activities and music take place. This evening, skippers and tacticians were on hand for the Skippers Briefing led by Loic Ponceau, Race Committee Chairman, and organizers Francois Tolede, Luc Poupon, and Annelisa Gee. Following that was Les Voiles St. Barth Opening Ceremony, where Bruno Magras, President of the Collectivit of St. Barth, welcomed more than 500 sailors to the weeklong event.

A regular and enthusiastic competitor in the Caribbean, Sir Peter Harrison was named the godfather or patron of this year’s Les Voiles. Harrison, owner of the 115-foot Farr-designed Sojana yacht, told the crowd, “As a visitor from England to this beautiful French island, one of the most beautiful in the West Indies, I’m thrilled to be asked to the patron of Les Voiles. Bon vent Les Voiles de St. Barth, and good luck, everyone!”

Also sailing on sailing yacht Sojana is Lionel Pan, who is also back for his third Les Voiles. He said, “Obviously there are plenty of good reasons to be here, and to come back every year with the same enthusiasm: this place is made for sailing. In a very short time, Les Voiles de St. Barth has become the place to be, very much like Saint Tropez in the Mediterranean. And the word is spreading around. Shortly there will be a waiting list to be a part of the event!”

Whisper heads out to practice for Les Voiles de Saint Barth © Christophe Jouany Les Voiles de St. Barth

The weather forecast for the next few days calls for light winds, though the breeze is expected to increase throughout the week. Racing is scheduled to start tomorrow, Tuesday, April 3, two miles northwest of Sugarloaf Rock off Gustavia; one race is scheduled with a start time of 12noon.

Interview with Princess Yachts South East Asia during PIMEX

April 02, 2012

Earlier today, the UK based luxury boat builder Princess Yachts has announced the creation of ‘Princess Yachts South East Asia’, integrating a new partnership led by Princess Yachts Thailand, part of the Phuket Boat Lagoon Group of companies.

PIMEX 2012 Princess Yachts South East Asia team

Princess Yachts South East Asia is to amalgamate Boat Lagoon Yachting with offices in Malaysia led by Ms Shi Lin Oh and Mr Oh Kean Shen; operations in Singapore with Mr Alan Pickering; and sales and service facilities in Indonesia with Mr Kris Pramono.

Go Yachting met up with the Princess Yachts South East Asia team during the Phuket International Boat Show (PIMEX):

Vrit Yongsakul, Managing Director, Princess Yachts Thailand and Founder of Princess Yachts South East Asia; Shi Lin Oh, Sales and Marketing Director, Princess Yachts Malaysia; and Alan Pickering, Managing Director, Princess Yachts Singapore. Together they discussed Princess Yachts and its development in the region, their respective plans and hopes, and Princess Yachts South East Asia.

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