French Riviera Luxury Yacht Charter & Superyacht News

Motor Yacht RM ELEGANT – ‘THE PARTY BOAT’ available for Cannes Film Festival & Monaco Grand Prix yacht charter

April 05, 2012

Known as ‘ The Party Boat’, motor yacht RM ELEGANT is the best choice if you are in search of a superyacht to host a large party or a corporate event. This extremely large and spacious luxury vessel is available for €65,000 per day plus expenses during the Cannes Film Festival as well as Monaco Grand Prix. Mega Yacht RM Elegant was built by Lamda Shipyard according to naval architecture by Nafpigiki Hellas and design by L.Poulias. She is one of the few private luxury yachts based in the Western Mediterranean (French Riviera, Italy, Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, Spain etc.) able to accommodate up to 30 guests overnight in 15 staterooms. RM Elegant is extremely well suited for hosting parties, birthdays, special events, charity events or anniversaries, with a capacity of 100 guests at anchor and 150 guests when berthed.

Luxury mega yacht RM ELEGANT

Charter yacht RM ELEGANT at night

Known as one of the most elite charter yachts, her dynamic and futuristic profile ensures that the RM Elegant yacht is the most unmistakable mega yacht in the world. At 72 m and with accommodation for 30 guests she is indubitably a world leader. This yacht has been created for those who appreciate truly luxurious living and are ready for the sheer joy of life aboard a design masterpiece. Together with her highly trained crew of 31, RM ELEGANT can guarantee that you will be provided with an outstanding level of service ensuring the perfect charter.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - Sundeck

It is impossible not to awestruck by the yacht’s vast open deck space. 250 sq m provide an enormous area for both sunbathing and partying. The 12-person spa-pool is serviced from the double sided bar where, alternatively you can sit and enjoy the spectacular panoramic views sipping a glass of champagne. The Sun Deck is accessed by a lift from all the guest decks and there are two shower-rooms on either side of the superstructure.

The aft saloon deck - Mega Yacht RM ELEGANT

Mega Yacht RM Elegant‘s covered outdoor dining area has four round tables convertible into two large oval tables for a total of 30 guests. Should your party be but a handful we do not want you to feel lost, therefore the ability to have this flexible seating arrangement allows for intimate dining. The area is serves by a fully equipped bar and has direct access to the galley from where, our four first class chefs, produce the most delectable menus.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - MAIN SALOON

Effortlessly elegant, the Main Saloon exudes a sense of luxury, while simultaneously giving an informal atmosphere. The room is finished in light colour, thus emphasising the triptych painted by the renowned artist Katerina Georgantas that adorns one entire wall. Equipped with a boudoir grand piano, a games tables and a 55 inch plasma-screen television, it is indeed the ideal place to relax and perhaps indulge in an after-dinner aperitif.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - INTERIOR DINNING

Mega yacht RM ELEGANT - INTERIOR DINNING

For more formal dining aboard RM ELEGANT superyacht it is definitely worth experiencing a meal in these superb surroundings while you indulge in an exceptional culinary experience. The style here is modern and clean with an art deco ambience. The innovative kidney shaped dining tables each seat 15 guests and there is a cozy corner where a further 5 guests cab enjoy an intimate meal. Cleverly separated from the rest of the room by curved wall and deep sofas is a fully equipped bar where our crew are ready to serve you the drink of your choice.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - Owner's Saloon

The Owner’s saloon is an extremely attractive room with a library atmosphere, leather sofas and a fireplace. Although classic in looks, the entertainment system is right up to date with another large plasma screen television and full cinema surround system. The yacht’s extensive DVD and CD library are housed here. As this room backs on to the Diamond Suite it cab be closed off for exclusive use.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - MASTER DIAMOND CABIN

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - MASTER Diamond Bathroom

Diamond Suite is the Owner’s Stateroom and is located on the Bridge Deck just aft of the Bridge and occupies the full width of the superstructure, thus providing ample space for searing area, desk and vanity table. It is extremely appointed in copper tones with oak panelled marquetry and sand blasted glass with copper leaf inlay. The adjoining immense bathroom is equipped with both a circular shower and full-sized spa bath overhead Swarovski crystal fibre optics setting the scene for a very romantic bath time.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - VIP RUBY CABIN

The VIP suite on board luxury charter yacht RM ELEGANT is called the Ruby Suite and is made up of a main bedroom, a small sitting room and a large bathroom with full-sized spa bath and shower. Like all areas of the yacht everything cab be regulated by Creston remote control. This includes the adjustable lighting with which you can set the mood in your stateroom. Both the Diamond Suite and Ruby Suite have their own lap top computers.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - Cabin

The staterooms aboard the charter yacht RM ELEGANT are all similar in size but vary in colour schemes. Designed with oak panelled marquetry and mirrored walls, they each incorporate a seating area, have a small desk, a full entertainment systems including an LCD screen and a safe. Each room has direct dial telephone and internet access. All the beds convert from king sized to twin. The most interesting aspect of these staterooms is the curved glass panels decorated with silver leaf that separate the main bedroom from the marble finished en-suite bathroom.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - BUSINESS

There is also a Business Centre set up in order to facilitate the business man. The computers, fax machine and printer are all for the guests’ use. Video conferencing is also available and an LCD screen can constantly transmit the news or stock markets via satellite TV. Internet is accessible from this centre but also from all areas of the yacht.

Motor yacht RM ELEGANT - MASSAGE

The fitness centre on the main deck of RM ELEGANT is equipped with professional CYBEX equipment televisions and music system. The sauna is there for your use and the yacht’s on-board beauty therapist will be happy to give you a relaxing massage. Also available to guests is RM ELEGANT’s professional hairdressing saloon.

Water sports - Luxury yacht RM ELEGANT

When it comes to the water sports, there is a direct access to the sea from the extendable aft swimming platform. From here boarding tenders is made easy. The three jet skis and the mass of toys are all at the guests’ disposal.

RM ELEGANT is only one of many luxury yachts available for charter during the upcoming Cannes Film Festival as well as the Monaco Grand Prix. Our team at CharterWorld will help you to choose the best yacht to suite your needs and expectations. We have a large list of charter yachts available in Cannes or the Mediterranean in general, within several price ranges in different size groups, being it for a small private charter or large corporate functions.

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.

Award-winning superyacht ‘TOLD U SO’ available for luxury charter in the Mediterranean

March 16, 2012

The award-winning super yacht ‘Told U So’, one of this year’s finalist for the World Superyacht Awards, is currently getting ready to be shipped to Europe at the end of March for the Mediterranean summer charter season. Motor Yacht Told u So is a 2011 Benetti Yachts launched luxury vessel from the Benetti Vision series. She is a custom creation of the international entrepreneur, hotelier and principal of Molori Design, Kirk Lazarus, boasting a combination of exceptional quality, elegance and luxury.

Told u So superyacht

The exceptional 43.60m (143’04”) charter yacht Told u So spent most of December and January cruising the exclusive and pristine allure of the Maldives, before continuing to the magical shores of Thailand. TOLD U SO is in Singapore at the moment, getting unsurprisingly great amount of attention at the One 15 Marina before heading back to Europe, where she will be available for luxury yacht charter vacations around the Mediterranean.

Luxury charter yacht Told U So

Five individually styled suites provide lavish accommodation and the entire layout of this breath-taking superyacht Told u So has been conceived with entertainment and relaxation in mind. TOLD u SO’s crew comprises talented and dedicated professionals who have many years of experience catering to well-heeled clientele. From the star chef, formerly of El Bulli, to the first officer and deckhands who are all certified dive masters and water sports experts, the crew will ensure an incredible experience on board an amazing yacht. Perhaps most signifying of all is that, when Told u So heads for the open sea, this unique experience will be yours, and yours alone.

Told u So yacht Owner Suite

Luxury superyacht Told u So - Owner study

Located on the main deck is the Owner Suite, boasting an unparalleled 180° view, a separate his and hers bathroom, a private study, an en-suite screening room and private sun terrace with a six-person Jacuzzi. The guests cabins are just as luxurious, featuring customised woods, stones and fabrics that set the stage for both modern and antique accent pieces, selected from all around the world.

Luxury motor yacht Told u So - Owner Bathroom

Motor Yacht Told u So - White guest suite

Spaces for entertaining on each deck are accented with unexpected design features – from the 16th century Chinese daybed in the Main Salon to the 3-foot real lobster-turned-art-centerpiece. At the touch of a button, the Main Salon Lounge transforms into a state-of-the-art cinema, exposing a wide screen hidden behind magnificent contemporary art. The elegant indoor dining area on the same tier easily converts to an outdoor space via retractable glass walls. And on the expertly planned Sun Deck, guests can enjoy an additional outdoor dining area complete with a state-of-the-art BBQ (serviced by full kitchen and custom-made food elevators), a plunge pool, a powder room and an outdoor shower for convenience.

Motor Yacht Told u So - Main Saloon by Molori Design

Main deck entertainment area - motor yacht Told u So

The 145ft luxury charter yacht Told u So boast impeccable details, sophisticated, one-of-a-kind and carefully cultivated design elements that have become synonymous with the Molori brand. ‘Told U So’ yacht features an effortless transition between the indoors and outdoors providing an authentic connection with the natural environment.

Motor Yacht TOLD U SO - Open Air Dining

Superyacht Told u So - Upper Saloon

The yacht is well-appointed with top-of-the-line water crafts, including a Maori 50ft day boat, Novurania Equator 540 for waterskiing and wakeboarding, as well as wave runners and Sea Bob Caygo’s.

Superyacht Told U So

Activities

Guests on board TOLD u SO are encouraged to enjoy authentic experiences no matter where in the world they are, at their pace. Any number of activities can be customised to fit every guest’s own personal schedule, from scuba diving with our certified crew and other water sports to bespoke tours in any given location. Activities available on aboard TOLD u SO include:

Water Sports

- Jet Skiing on 2 Yamaha VXS 2011 Wave Runners

- Scuba dive with a certified dive instructors and get your PADI certification on board

- Wake board, water ski, tube and wake surfboard with state-of-the-art equipment behind a Novurania Equator 540 w/ inboard Volvo D3-200

- Cruise the waters with a Sea Bob Caygo F7

- Kite surf, paddle board or simply lounge in the water on various floats

Luxury charter yacht Told u So - Jacuzzi

Fishing

- Enjoy deep sea fishing expeditions with top-of the-line fishing gear on board a Novurania Chase 38 w/ twin Volvo D4 300HP DS DP

- Or fish off the back of the yacht and take in your surroundings, wherever in the world you are.

Day Trips

- Enjoy a day trip on board TOLD u SO’s Maori 50ft Tender. Our staff can arrange lunch on a private beach or take you snorkeling in a secret location. Spacious, comfortable and incredibly fast, the Maori is the perfect vessel for spending the day away from your floating home.

- Private and bespoke chauffeured tours of the surrounding areas with top guides. Whether it’s a wine tasting, a tour of ancient sites, or a drive through the countryside in a vintage automobile, TOLD u SO’s on-site concierge can arrange tours to cater to any interests.

Breakfast aboard luxury charter yacht Told u So

Luxury charter yacht Told u So will be available for Mediterranean superyacht charter vacations this summer. For more information, please contact our agents at CharterWorld.

MEDITERRANEAN

Mediterranean is historically and culturally the richest yacht charter destination in the world and it is the most popular cruising destination for luxury superyachts. Split into two main areas, the Eastern Mediterranean and the Western Mediterranean, this beautiful and enchanting part of the world has it all. Each ‘corner’ is excitingly unique, offering ancient history, stunning beaches, hidden coves, majestic ports and most of all striking luxury motor and sailing yachts.

Zakintos

From the glamourous French Riviera, to the gravity-defying architecture of the Italian coast, the crystal clear waters and simple beauty of Croatia, right through to the fragrant orange groves of Spain, the exotic and historical Greek islands of the Peloponnese, the Cycladic, the Dodecanese or even Corfu and Ionian Islands; as well as the breath-taking underwater scenery of the Turkish coasts. Mediterranean has it all!

To read more about chartering a luxury sailing yacht or a motor yacht in the Mediterranean, please follow this link …

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Sunreef 74 Catamaran MAITA’I (ex Che) available for Caribbean and Mediterranean yacht charter

January 25, 2012

Luxury sailing yacht MAITA’I (ex CHE) is an excellent Sunreef 74 catamaran available for charter in the popular yacht charter destinations, the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. Charter Yacht MAITA’I was built by Sunreef Yachts in 2003 according to designs by Van Peteghem & Prevost, and is one of the most beautiful catamarans around for charter.

Sunreef 74 sailing yacht Maita'i available for charter in the Med and the Caribbean

The Sunreef 74 was designed for size, sailing comfort stability and grace. This unique yacht is very spacious as well as luxurious, attracting many coveted looks wherever she sails. While you can go on an experience of discovery in the most beautiful places on earth, you can also be enjoying all of MAITA’I's delights of exceptional comfort and service at the same time.

Modern and comfortable, the Caribbean charter yacht Maita’i, with a huge 130 m² of stylish and sophisticated, air-conditioned, interior is packed with a generous collection of top-of-the-range technical and electronic entertainment equipment, all of which is touch screen controlled.

Charter catamaran MAITA'I - a Sunreef 74 yacht

Designed by renowned architecture firm VPLP (winner of the prestigious Manley-Bendall Prize by the French Naval Academy in 2010 and winner of the “1999 Most Innovative Superyacht” and designer of the best racing yachts in the world) MAITA’I (ex CHE) was given a full technical and design refit by its new owner in 2011.

Sailing Yacht Maita’i features a unique style with highly personilised interior to give her a modern and very chic look. Stunning art works can be found on board this excellent yacht, including paintings, sculptures and furniture designs of Alexander Calder, Auguste Herbin, Martha Botto, Philippe Stark and Ross Lovegrove. All of this in combination with modern conveniences, such as iPads & iPods in the cabins and the saloon, a Wii games console, large screen television and DVD player with 300 movies available in each cabin.

Enjoy your charter vacation aboard Maita'i catamaran by Sunreef Yachts

Those lucky enough to enjoy their charter holiday aboard of this one-of-a-kind vessel, will enjoy the luxury of bed and bath linens as well as accessories by the House of Hermès. There is also crystal stemware from Baccarat and cutlery from Christople. Every single detail has been considered to create a high level of quality and style.

Not only she is stylish and elegant, MAITA’I yacht is also extremely adaptable, making a perfect charter yacht. The double beds convert into single beds, one double cabin becomes a cabin for three teenagers, the tables can be made larger or smaller depending on the guests’ needs, and the dining room can be inside or outside on the fly bridge for a 360° view.

Enjoying charter aboard Maita'i catamaran

Maita’i's master suite offers a large dressing room, bureau and bathroom with a Hansgrohe rainShower and white Corian washbasins.

Charter guests will find it impossible to be bored during their holidays around the Caribbean or the Mediterranean. Charter Yacht MAITA’I has a number of toys on board, which include an inflatable 10′ sailing cat, wakeboard, water skis, diving equipment, kneeboards and floats.

Furthermore Maitai features Hydranet sails and spectra lines. All of the equipment is according to the latest technology available.

Al fresco dining aboard charter yacht Maita'i - a Sunreef 74 catamaran

Accommodation on board luxury charter catamaran MAITA’I is provided in 4 sumptuous, roomy and very comfortable cabins for up to 9 charter guests. All of them have their en-suite showers and heads. The Owner’s cabins is located in the portside hull and the starboard hull offers multiple combination of solutions; two double cabins easily split into four twins if needed. Perfect for teenagers or singles. One of the cabins offers a triple accommodation with an additional pullman, with another cabin offering upper & lower berths. To ensure complete privacy during the charter, the crew has separate companionway, as well as their own bathrooms and shower.

Luxurious interior of the charter yacht Maita'i by Sunreef Yachts

Sunreef Yachts’ luxury charter yacht MAITA’I is currently available for charter holidays in the ever popular and sunny Caribbean. In addition, during the Europen summer, she will be available around the beautiful and historically rich Mediterranean. The charter rate excluding expenses is US$ 44,000.00 − 48,000.00 or EUR €42,000.00 per week. For more information about the charter availability and the opportunity to experience your next vacation aboard this excellent catamaran, please contact our team at CharterWorld.

Interior of the spacious Sunreef sailing catamaran Maita'i (ex Che)

A few words about the Caribbean

Caribbean is one of the most popular charter destinations around the world, covering a huge area and offering fantastic diversity. It is beautiful and warm, has staggering beaches, unique cultures and is a natural wonderland onshore with an ocean laden with treasures, from tiny beach ridden coral atolls to substantial mountainous islands exuding rich and colourful cultures. Some of the most popular Caribbean destinations to consider when chartering your luxury crewed yacht are listed below. This is by no means an extensive list and there is more information on things to see and do in the Caribbean under each Caribbean yacht charter location found on this page. Also, when you hire a yacht with us (don’t miss out on the opportunity to charter MAITA’I), we will supply you with a customised hand written itinerary suggestion, so that you and your crew have a few ideas to choose from on your charter.

Caribbean

General Places Worthy of Traveling to see in the Caribbean:

- Gustavia Harbour in St Barts - shopping, nightlife, restaurants and European quintessence
- Nelson in Dockyards in Antigua – history and beauty in a harbour
- Sunset in St Lucia
- St Kitts for the beauty, history and magnificent views from Brimstone Hill Fortress
- Anegada for its deserted beaches, fringed reefs and the unique flora and fauna of the salt ponds, home to the pink flamingo
- The BVIs for the beautiful beaches and anchorages
- Guadeloupe for its diversity – one side offers cosmopolitan flair, bordered by beaches and coral reefs and the other has open lands with the fertile, volcanic peaks , rainforest and waterfalls.

Taormina - Sicily

Some information about the Mediterranean

The sunny Mediterranean is often conveniently split into two main areas – The Western Mediterranean and the Eastern Mediterranean. Both parts culturally unique, yet both are lipped with stunning beaches, hidden coves, majestic ports and luxury yachts. Yachts of all sizes and shapes grace the Mediterranean, some are large motor yachts, some are sleek sailing yachts, some performance orientated and others of a more comfortable cruising style. This fabled yacht charter area provides the untamed extravagance of the French Riviera, the gravity-defying architecture of the Italian coasts, the unaffected charms of Croatia, the fragrant orange groves of Spain, the exotic lure of Turkey and Greece, the birthplace of civilization.

To learn more about this unique and glamorous Mediterranean charter destination, please take your time to brows through the different links we have created about the Mediterranean or contact our friendly team, who will be happy to provide you with specific information on the destination you wish to visit.

Luxury Mediterranean charter holiday aboard sailing Yacht FAREWELL

January 19, 2012

For those planning their next sailing holiday in the beautiful and historically rich Mediterranean this year, the fantastic Southern Wind 100′ charter yacht FAREWELL might just be the right solution. Stylish inside and out, superyacht Farewell was designed by Farr and Nauta Yacht Design and launched in 2006.

Sailing Yacht Farewell - a Southern Wind 100 yacht designed by Farr and Nauta Yacht Design - Image courtesy of Nauta Yachts

Although clean, uncluttered and modern in philosophy, Farewell’s lines also covey a striking grace and beauty. She is the first Southern Wind 100′ vessel and features many state of the art technologies as well as the ultimate luxuries and comforts below deck.

Luxury charter yacht Farewell by Farr and Nauta Yacht Design - Photo courtesy of Nauta Yachts

Designed by Bruce Farr, charter yacht Farewell was built in carbon fibre, offering superior sailing performance without compromising the comfort and stability. Charter guests can enjoy a large saloon, a dining area seating 10 guests in total and a separate lounging cockpit for cruising bliss.

Charter Yacht Farewell - Southern Wind 100 - Photo courtesy of Nauta Yachts

Accommodation on board super yacht Farewell is offered to eight charter guests in four cabins. Featuring Owner’s studio forward with direct access to the wide Master cabin with double bed and sofa, the yacht also boasts a double bed VIP cabin. To aft there are further twin bed guest cabins. All of the rooms have their own en-suite bathrooms. There is also a galley, chart area and swim platform. The crew of 4 have separate accommodation.

Mediterranean charter yacht Farewell - Image courtesy of Nauta Yachts

Tenders & Toys
4,30m Novurania with 60 hp Yamaha
Water-ski, Snorkeling and fishing gear.

Audio Visual Equipment and Deck Facilities
6 plasma TV, satellite antenna, Hi-fi system, CD, DVD, Sky system, intercom. Home theatre system in saloon, Owner cabin and VIP cabin, surround system, TV, DVD, play station in the 2 twin cabins.

Telephone that allows: inter-phone, satellite and telephone connection in all guest cabins.

Communications
SSB, 2xVHF, Radar 36 + 24 Miles, 2x Satnav, 3xGPS, 2x autopilot, meteofax, wind station, 3x depth sounders, log 3x compasses, satcom, cellular phone, double steering.
Satellite telephone MINI M, PC, fax, internet.

Charter yacht FAREWELL measures 30,20m (100′ ) in length, with a beam of 6,70m (21′ 11″) and a draft of 3,6m (11.8 ft).

Dining area on board sailing yacht Farewell - a Southern Wind 100 - Photo courtesy of Nauta Yachts

Sailing Yacht FAREWELL is available for luxury yacht charters in the Mediterranean at a rate of €49,000 per week plus expenses during the high season (July, August and events) and €45,000 per week plus expenses during the rest of the year. Minimum two weeks of charter applicable for Eastern Mediterranean and Croatia. The Yacht will be well positioned in its base, which is 30 minutes drive North of Rome in the Riva di Traiano Marina.

Charter Yacht Farewell - Master Cabin - Photo courtesy of Nauta Yachts

Mediterranean Yacht Charter Vacations

Mediterranean yacht charter locations are unparalleled in their natural beauty, passion, glamour, cultural heritage and style. The sunny Mediterranean is often conveniently split into two main areas – The Western Mediterranean and the Eastern Mediterranean. Both parts culturally unique, yet both are lipped with stunning beaches, hidden coves, majestic ports and luxury yachts.

Cinque Terre in Italy - Mediterranean

Yachts of all sizes and shapes grace the Mediterranean, some are large motor yachts, some are sleek sailing yachts, some performance orientated and others of a more comfortable cruising style. This fabled yacht charter area provides the untamed extravagance of the French Riviera, the gravity-defying architecture of the Italian coasts, the unaffected charms of Croatia, the fragrant orange groves of Spain, the exotic lure of Turkey and Greece, the birthplace of civilization. Please, feel free to read more about this vast luxury yacht charter destination here …

National Park Kornati in Croatia

For more information about this excellent charter yacht Farewell, please contact our team who will help you organise the best holiday in this popular vacation destination.

Mastervolt opens new premises

October 04, 2011

Mastervolt, for 15 years being a dominant supplier of electrical power solutions to the marine, mobile and solar markets in all over the world, has currently moved into new offices, located in a large business centre in Mouans Sartoux. Staying in the luxury charter destination, Cannes area, on the French Riviera, the French team wanted to remain close to their marine customers, moving only because of the lack of working and warehousing space.

Mastervolt France New Offices

Stuart Ingram, Director of Mastervolt France, explained, “The new premises now offer a 350m² building, with modern training and service facilities and larger storage areas at our disposal. The move allows the whole team to work in a more professional environment and we now plan to offer regular training courses for installers and customers in both the marine and solar business.”

In addition to the new offices, Mastervolt France has also recently begun to work with Vidal Diffusion Marine (VDM) as the new distributor for Mastervolt products, specialising in the electric-propulsion range. Chosen for their high level of customer service, VDM is an active existing distributor of technical parts for the marine industry with a range including mechanical equipment linked to e-propulsion systems. This makes them a perfect choice for Mastervolt and their growing e-propulsion portfolio and other product ranges.

Situated near Toulon in the south of France, VDM is in an ideal location to work closely with Mastervolt as well as being in close proximity to the large marine customer base in the south. Furthermore, VDM’s nationwide network of installers is able to service all areas of France.

“France is a key market for Mastervolt and we want to offer optimum service to our customers here,” Stuart Ingram commented, “We believe our new partnership with VDM will improve this service. I am also looking forward to working with some of the key e-propulsion specialists on their team, to jointly further the e-propulsion market potential in France.”

The International Brokerage Show Cannes 2012

September 23, 2011

Cannes is to host the International Brokerage Show Cannes 2012 held in Port Canto, Cannes from April 19-22, 2012, a few weeks before the annual Cannes Film Festival. The new brokerage boat and superyacht show is dedicated exclusively to brokerage and superyachts and will host around 100 boats in total.

The International Brokerage Show Cannes 2012 is organised by Reed Expositions with the support of French Nautical Industries Federation (FIN). Organisers have said Cannes; on the French Riviera will host around 100 yachts and superyachts from 18-70m (59- 299ft) during the event and hope to attract between 10,000-15,000 visitors.

General manager of the Culture & Leisure Division of Reed Expositions in France, Jean-Daniel Compain, said of the event: “This project has often been brought up to cover the spring period, but has never been held in France or Europe on this scale.” he added: “This show aims to become the reference in the market and will enable brokers worldwide to prepare the summer season effectively, a period that is probably still the most important in terms of business.”

The Jury of the 64th Cannes Film Festival 2011

April 21, 2011

The Jury of the 64th Festival de Cannes, also known as the Cannes Film Festival presided over by Robert De Niro, the American actor, director and producer welcomes to its ranks the following Jury members:

Martina GUSMAN (actress and producer, Argentina)
Nansun SHI (producer, Hong Kong/China)
Uma THURMAN (actress, scriptwriter, producer, USA)
Linn ULLMANN (writer, literary critic, Norway)
Olivier ASSAYAS (director, France)
Jude LAW (actor, producer, UK)
Mahamat Saleh HAROUN (director, Chad)
Johnnie TO (director, producer, Hong Kong/China)

Martina GUSMAN - Jury member of the 64th Cannes Film Festival 2011

Martina Gusman studied Applied Arts at the University of Buenos Aires and took acting courses with Carlos Gandolfo. In 2002, with Pablo Trapero, she created Matanza Cine, a production company where she has been the executive producer for some twelve films. Martina Gusman acted in three films by Pablo Trapero: Born and Bred (Nacido y Criado), in 2006, Lion’s Den (Leonera), in Competition at the Festival de Cannes in 2008, and Carancho, presented at Certain Regard in 2010.

Nansun Shi was born in Hong Kong and studied in Great Britain before going to work for the legendary studio Cinema City. In 1984, she and her husband Tsui Hark founded their own production company, Film Workshop Co. Ltd., which produced many successful films. Notably, she was the producer of Infernal Affairs for which Martin Scorsese shot a remake, The Departed.

Uma Thurman grew up in the United States. Noticed by two New York impresarios, she studied acting at the Professional Children’s School. After her debut role in 1988 in Johnny, be Good, she made her name with two international successes the same year: Terry Gilliam’s The Adventures of Baron Munchausen, and Stephen Frears’ Dangerous Liaisons. Since then, she has worked with Philip Kaufman, Phil Joanou, Gus Van Sant, John Boorman, Andrew Nichol, and Woody Allen. In Mad Dog and Glory, presented in Cannes in 1993, she played opposite Robert De Niro. It was with director Quentin Tarantino that she took on her most famous roles, in Pulp Fiction, which won the Palme d’Or in 1994, and then, ten years later, as the heroine in Kill Bill 1 & 2.

Uma THURMAN - Jury member of the 64th Cannes Film Festival 2011

Linn Ullmann is a writer. After her studies in literature in the United States, she became a literary critic for a major Norwegian daily newspaper. She has won numerous literary prizes for her books: her first, Before You Sleep came out in 1999, followed in 2001 by Stella Descending and then by Grace in 2002. Her latest novel, A Blessed Child (2005) has met with unprecedented critical acclaim.

Linn Ullmann is the daughter of Liv Ullmann and Ingmar Bergman. She came to the Festival de Cannes in 1997 to receive the “Palme des Palmes” on behalf of her father, Ingmar Bergman, at the du 50th Anniversary Ceremony.

Olivier Assayas studied at the ENSBA school of fine arts in Paris, pursuing his passion for literature, painting and film. During the 1980s, he wrote for the Cahiers du Cinéma and co-authored scripts with André Téchiné for Scene of the Crime (Le lieu du crime) and Rendez-vous before making his first film in 1986, Disorder (Désordre). Since then, he has made more than fifteen films, including Cold Water (L’eau froide), Irma Vep, Sentimental Destinies (Les destinées sentimentales), Demonlover, Clean and Boarding Gate, which were presented at the Festival de Cannes. In 2010, he presented Carlos Out of Competition in Cannes.

Mahamat Saleh Haroun was born in Abéché in Chad. In 1980, the war forced him to flee to France as a refugee, where he studied film and worked as a journalist. In 1994, he made his first film and went on to receive a prize at the Venice festival for Bye Bye Africa, his second feature film. His reputation as an auteur was sealed with Daratt, which won a jury prize in Venice. In competition at the Festival de Cannes in 2010, he received the Jury Prize for A Screaming Man.

Jude LAW - Jury member of the 64th Cannes Film Festival 2011

Jude Law started his career in theatre before turning to film. He was noticed in Gattaca in 1997, and a series of hits ensued, in which he demonstrated his elegant acting in every film genre. He has worked with the great names in film: Steven Spielberg, David Cronenberg, Clint Eastwood, Sam Mendes, Wong Kar Wai and three times with Anthony Minghella, for whom he played The Talented Mr. Ripley. In 2009, he returned to the stage in London to play Hamlet.

Johnnie To was born in Hong Kong. He began working in television, before shooting his first feature film, The Enigmatic Case. He continued with martial arts films, comedies, and historical films. It was Breaking News, selected at the Festival de Cannes in 2004, that made his name with international audiences. He returned to the Croisette with Election and Election 2 (2005-2006), followed by Triangle (2007) and Vengeance (2009).

The jury of the Festival de Cannes will adjudicate between the 19 films in competition before naming the winners of the seven awards, to be presented during the Closing Ceremony, and which will culminate in the announcement of the Palme d’Or.

The Cannes Film Festival is the most famous film festival in the world and the only one where charter yachts serve as luxury accommodation, floating offices and party venues. It is possible to charter a yacht while moored in the inner harbour, alongside the Palais des Festivals Cannes. Here are some of the yachts available to charter for the 2011 Cannes Film Festival

Moore Stephens Crew Benefits establishes Antibes presence

April 14, 2011

Moore Stephens Crew Benefits Limited (“MSCB”), a source for niche financial products specifically for Superyacht crew, has announced today that Graham McNamee has been appointed as sales manager in the French Riviera. He will be based in Antibes.

Graham McNamee is Moore Stephens Crew Benefits Limited sales manager in the French Riviera.

Graham stated: “With yachts returning to the Med for the season it’s the perfect time to be there to help the crew”. Graham is one of the first members of the MSCB team and was previously based in the UK.

“This confirms our confidence both in Graham and the market,” said Bransom Bean, director of MSCB, “Graham has proven himself to be a dedicated and resourceful member of the team. He will do well in this role.”

MSCB sources financial products to help Superyacht crew including International multi-currency bank accounts, Foreign exchange, Global medical insurance, The International FlexiPlan – a flexible pensions/retirement savings plan adapted for yacht crew, Mortgages and Financial advice

64th Cannes Film Festival: Michel Gondry, President of the Short Film and Cinéfondation Jury

February 21, 2011

Film director Michel Gondry is to head up the short film and Cinéfondation jury of the 64th Festival de Cannes, following in the footsteps of Atom Egoyan, Hou Hsiao Hsien, Martin Scorsese and John Boorman.

64th Cannes Film Festival Michel Gondry, President of the Short Film and Cinéfondation Jury

With his seven feature films, several shorts and seventy-odd music videos, Michel Gondry, who is also a musician, has created an incredibly original body of work coloured with dreamscape qualities and Utopian ideals. A master craftsman, a modern day Méliès, he is a cinemagician who constantly reinvents the technical effects and enchantments of the medium of film.

In 2001, his first feature, Human Nature was selected for the Cannes Film Festival. He was back in 2008 with the Tokyo! triptych at Un Certain Regard, and presented out of competition the documentary The Thorn in the Heart in 2009.

The Academy Award winning screenplay in 2004, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind was followed in 2006 by The Science of Sleep and Be Kind, Rewind in 2008. The Green Hornet, on general release in France since January 2011, has been his biggest box office hit thus far.

At the Centre Pompidou in Paris, Michel Gondry has just opening his Amateur Film Factory (Usine de films amateurs) as part of the Nouveau Festival. It is part creative studio think-tank and part DIY laboratory – a space offering anyone the chance to make a short film in three hours.

This gifted illusionist will, alongside his fellow jury members, award the three Cinéfondation prizes on Friday 20th May, and then the Palme d’Or for the best short film at the Closing Ceremony on May 22nd 2011.

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