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Merle A. Wood, III

I have spent many years cruising with my wife and I can say, without exception, that a luxury yachting vacation is THE ultimate vacation experience. Quality, service, comfort, and attention to detail ... not even a seven-star resort can compare. And, of course, the privacy and freedom of choice afforded to you while chartering a yacht is unmatched. Our highly experience charter brokers are ready and able to assist you with all aspects of chartering, from the selection of the itinerary, down to the perfect crew and vessel. We are here to provide you with the best in service and advice from start to finish. While this publication is dedicated to our Charter Division, we provide the very best in service and advice in many other facets of yachting. Since 1989, we have been serving our clients as yacht broker, yacht manager, charter manager, and project manager, just to name a few. Thus, before we embark on your next charter vacation, over the next few pages we would like to highlight some of the additional and noteworthy services that we provide. They will also set forth just a few of the many reasons why Merle Wood & Associates is recognized internationally as the premier yacht brokerage firm in the world. At Merle Wood & Associates, our mission is to bring the joy of yachting and an improved quality of life to every client we represent. So, whether you are interested in chartering a yacht or looking to purchase, sell, or undertake new construction, we are here to serve you. At Merle Wood & Associates, we realize you have a choice when selecting your agent, and that is why, regardless of your endeavor, you should rest assured we will provide exceptional service and accurate guidance, while always remaining mindful of your privacy and comfort. My associates and I look forward to working with you. Merle A. Wood, III President

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CoMPANY oVerVIeW Merle Wood & Associates, Inc. is a leading, internationally recognized, full-service provider of Yacht Brokerage and Yacht Charter Services with cumulative closed sales of more than $15 billion (USD). Our expert team of brokerage professionals offers more than 250 years of combined experience representing both buyers and sellers of power and sailing yachts of all kinds. By focusing on much more than just the traditional role of the sales agent, we also are dedicated to enhancing the yachting lifestyle and increasing the enjoyment and quality of life of every client we serve. Our reach truly is global; thanks to the established relationships we’ve built throughout the world, from the United States, Eastern and Western Europe, to South America, Mexico, & the Middle and Far East. As a result, we are able to match our huge base of international clients with a vast network of some of the finest, most desirable yachts, megayachts and superyachts on the market. We have earned the trust of our clients by operating consistently with the highest integrity, and always assuring their confidentiality, to reach a successful conclusion of negotiations. When you work with Merle Wood & Associates, you can rest assured that you’re receiving the most accurate, knowledgeable advice and comprehensive information available anywhere, while our unrivalled experience assures you of the best results possible. Through our SuperYacht and CustomYacht Divisions, our knowledge and experience extends through every segment of the yachting market; from around 40 feet to the largest megayachts afloat. In addition to Yacht Brokerage Services, Merle Wood & Associates also offers its clients full-scale and complete Yacht Charter Services. Our experienced team assists owners who wish to make their yachts available for charter and also works with prospective charterers searching for the perfect vessel for their vacation or holiday needs. Once again, due to our international reach and experience, we can arrange charters for our clients at any venue around the world. The successful marketing, sale, and charter of any yacht requires the involvement of an experienced, knowledgeable and dedicated team of professional brokers and agents. At Merle Wood & Associates, we take pride in understanding the needs of yacht buyers, sellers, owners, and charterers to insure the most rewarding experience possible. It is our sincerest hope, that we may be able to serve you and welcome you into our growing family of satisfied clients. 2


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YACHT BroKerAGe SerVICeS Merle Wood & Associates, Inc. is the internationally recognized leader in the construction, sale and charter of megayachts, superyachts, sportfishing yachts and sailing yachts, with cumulative closed sales to-date of more than $15 billion (USD). Given our focus and expertise, backed by our outstanding sales achievements, we are considered by our clients and peers alike as the world’s premier yacht brokerage firms. By specializing in world-class motor and sailing yachts ranging from roughly 40 feet to more than 500 feet, our SuperYacht and CustomYacht Divisions have earned their reputations by successfully completing the sale of some of the world’s most noteworthy yachts, both pre-owned and new construction. Our brokers constantly travel the globe to advance their knowledge about the condition and history of yachts available worldwide. As such, we are able to offer our clients detailed and accurate information about yachts of interest and how they compare with similar vessels. Our clients also receive thorough and detailed presentations on all yachts, including local market conditions, so that they are fully informed of all available options at the time of the sale or purchase. It is this expertise, built upon decades of experience and exhaustive research, which places Merle Wood & Associates well above and beyond the competition.

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NeW CoNSTrUCTIoN SerVICeS As the established leader in yacht brokerage sales, it’s only logical that many new yacht buyers turn to Merle Wood & Associates to coordinate and supervise construction of their purchase. Due to our specialized knowledge and experience, these clients rely on us to manage all facets of the construction process, from concept and design through the completion and delivery of a new yacht that exceeds all expectations. Client demand for these services has grown to the point where we now devote an entire section of our SuperYacht Division to managing new yacht construction. In fact, we’ve been involved in many of the world’s most noteworthy new yacht builds and have supervised the construction (including yachts now in process) of more than 60 yachts from 100 feet to more than 500 feet in length. For that reason, we are widely recognized as the undisputed leader in megayacht construction management. Here are just a few reasons why you should choose Merle Wood & Associates to manage your new yacht construction project:

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We have the experience and knowledge that comes from successfully completing more than $4 billion in new construction projects worldwide.

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We have established relationships with shipbuilders in countries such as Holland, Germany, Italy, Turkey, Sweden, Norway, Australia, Poland, Japan and, of course, the U.S. In fact, Merle Wood & Associates typically supervises construction of an average of four new yachts over 100 feet per year.

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Due to our expertise and new build successes, shipyards worldwide rely on us for much of their future business and give our clients maximum attention and respect. And, given the volume of projects we have completed or have underway, we are able to negotiate the very best terms and pricing for our clients, unlike someone negotiating a “one time” transaction.

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We manage the learning curve. Building a new yacht can be a complex and costly event for someone unfamiliar with the process. We understand all facets of yacht construction and are able to deliver our clients the yacht of their dreams; a yacht that also will generate the best possible resale in the future.

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After more than 20 years of successfully managing new construction projects, it’s not surprising that we consistently receive accolades from both our clients and yachting industry professionals. It’s one more reason why Merle Wood & Associates is recognized as the leader in new yacht construction management.

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YACHT CHArTer SerVICeS As the premier yacht brokerage firm in the world, Merle Wood & Associates knows yachts and superyachts better than any other company. Our brokers travel the world inspecting these yachts, meeting their crews and learning about cruising destinations of every description……..from the Caribbean to the Mediterranean and South America to the Baltic, we’ve done our research and are uniquely qualified to provide you with all the details to insure the success of every charter we book. Whether you’re looking to escape the crowds by anchoring in crystal clear waters along a secluded beach or mixing it up until the wee hours of the morning in the dazzling clubs of St. Tropez, we match your desires with the ideal yacht and crew to always exceed your expectations! We know you have a choice where you do your charter business and we will place ourselves at your service to create the most spectacular charter experience possible. Our goal is not only earning your business, but also your repeat business. Please call our offices today to see why, at Merle Wood & Associates…………………………

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“On behalf of our entire group who recently experienced your crew’s hospitality and friendship, I want to thank you for our incredible voyage, which, by all accounts, exceeded all of our wildest dreams and expectations…” Caribbean 2010

“We have been planning this experience for over 2 years; thusly, we all anxiously anticipated our journey. We went with very high expectations and I must share with you that ALL were exceeded…During a 16 day excursion one should expect something unusual happening but every single plan and adventure was flawless…my wife and I consider this trip as one-of-the-best experiences of our lives…” Mediterranean 2009

“The crew offered the perfect blend of attention to service and the personal “connection” that transcended the “we versus them” relationship. Frankly, they were great! Our memories of this trip will provide many years of good laughs and great times…” Bahamas 2010

“We had a group of ten veteran travelers who have experienced some of the finest first class amenities over all parts of the world. However, with unanimous agreement, no vacation experience matched the one you and your crew provided. Beyond the amenities the ship offers (which are great), the crew truly made this trip a vacation of a lifetime…” Greek Islands 2010

“The weather was amazing, the service incredible and the food outstanding! I really don’t want to leave…” New England 2010

“After enjoying family vacations in areas all around the world, I can’t tell you how enjoyable it has been to have all the details handled by such a wonderful crew…show up with our luggage & everything is taken care of: the itineraries; the fantastic cuisine; the daily events. Thank you for the easiest family holiday ever!!!” South Pacific 2009

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As you navigate through the following pages, please keep in mind that this is a limited selection of the many yachts and cruising venues offered by Merle Wood & Associates.

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Editor’s letter New to charter, where to start: a couple of basics Introduction to the lifestyle of charter Featured Yachts Index Yachts listing

WHERE TO GO CARIBBEAN 92 Antigua 94 St. Barth’s 96 Sint Maarten 98 St. Vincent and the Grenadines 100 Grenada 102 The US and British Virgin Islands 104 The Bahamas MEDITERRANEAN 108 Monaco 110 French Riviera 112 Italy: Cinque Terre 114 Italy: Almafi Coast 116 Corsica 118 Sardinia 120 Sicily 122 Croatia 124 Greece: Aegean Islands 126 Greece: Dodecanese Islands 128 Turkey 130 Other Locations COVER PHOTO: Hugh Arnold INSIDE BACK COVER PHOTO: Courtesy of M/Y Helios


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WELCOME On a recent beautiful weekend, I went to one of my favorite spots on Miami Beach, the outdoor patio at Smith & Wollensky. Nearby South Pointe Park unfurling along the exit channel of the port of Miami makes this an ideal spot for boat and people watching. On late Sunday afternoons in winter, big cruise ships slip by as the sun melts into a pool of pink. These floating cities are awe-inspiring and always bring a crowd. I enjoy watching them too, and the water rising to the sea wall as they pass (very perceptive that Archimedes for identifying the nifty displacement trick). But as I try to make out the faces of the people assembled way up there on the sun deck, I never fail to remark how lucky I am to go to sea on smaller craft. These happy vacationers will enjoy great buffets, themed parties, live entertainment, fun in the sun and shore-side excursions. But they won’t be alone on a secluded white beach, sharing territory only with the native creatures that inhabit it. And they’ll be hard-pressed to find a quiet spot on the bow to daydream, their hair whipping in the wind. Not that these contemplative activities are all that a private yacht vacation offers. If you like, you can arrange for an entire carnival, Polynesian luau or a 1960s-themed evening. Great buffets, why not? But aboard a yacht you can also find dining on par with gourmet restaurants ashore (award-winning Chef Tony Orlando of the yacht Audacia recently wowed his guests with an appetizer of “foie gras crème brûlée” with morels); enjoy a barbecue on the beach with an open fire pit and white linen, or anything else your heart desires. Shore excursions take on a new meaning, when you can zip around in your own boat and anchor near shore in a shallow secluded cove. Leaving the first footprint on the sand can make you feel like you’ve just discovered a new land. If you prefer, you can also do some shopping, climb a volcano, go deep-sea fishing or diving. Or do nothing at all. That’s just it. A private yacht vacation gives you the ultimate luxury, an à la carte vacation, created just for you. Writer Kim Kavin summed it up in “Dream Cruises:The Insider’s Guide to Private Yacht Vacations.” She brings us highlights of favorite destinations from the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. But remember, you can go nearly everywhere you want to go. The yachtbuilding boom of the past decade has contributed to the amazing diversity of boats and yachts now available for charter (from 40’ cats to superyachts). Many of their owners see the value of making them available to charter guests M ARC PARIS

when they are not able to spend time aboard themselves. Nearly as diverse as they are, are the destinations they explore, from Scandinavia to Antarctica, and Martinique to Chesapeake. So think about a private yacht vacation the next time you hear the big ships blow their horn and watch their cheerful passengers get smaller as they steam past.

Cecile Gauert EDITOR IN CHIEF ART DIRECTION

Xavier Marañón TEXT Kim Kavin PHOTOS Dana Jinkins and John Anderson

PRIVATE YACHT VACATIONS is a special publication of Yachts International, 1850 SE 17th street, suite 310, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316; phone: +1 (954)761-8777

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READY TO GO? START HERE The yacht char ter market is as diverse as a fresh food stand, and seeing

countless charter yachts. Good brokers can turn your notions into a specific

one char ter yacht alongside the next can feel like comparing apples with

vocabulary so that you get what you want. For instance, a first-time charterer

oranges. Some char ter yachts are built for people who love to go fast, while

may say, “I want a boat that won’t make me seasick.” The charter broker then

others are designed with ultimate sunbathing in mind. Some have multiple

finds you a yacht that offers zero-speed stabilizers, or that is full displacement,

dining areas for hosting par ties, while others have theater-quality cinema

or that has wave-piercing hulls—all while teaching you the difference among

rooms for family night at the movies. Some are created with sail plans that

the styles and how they will affect your onboard experience.

win regatta races, while others are stacked with motor yacht luxuries such as elevators and spas.

Your broker works exclusively for you, including helping you understand the different personalities among yacht crew. Some can teach you how to water ski,

The type of yacht that is ideal for you depends on your vision of the perfect

some can teach you how to sail, others can prepare six-course tasting menus—

charter vacation. No matter what you want to experience, there is a charter

the options are as varied as the yachts themselves. Once you select a yacht

yacht that has been designed to accommodate your wishes.

and crew, your broker will help you complete a preference sheet that explains

To enjoy a private yacht charter to its fullest, you have to think about plan-

everything from your favorite foods to your interest in land tours. Before you

ning your vacation differently than simply plucking a package deal from a list in a

even step aboard your charter yacht, your broker and crew will have organized

glossy brochure. You have to learn to ask for what you want, because the entire

every possible detail to your personal preferences.

vacation is designed around your ideas. The best guide in this process is a charter broker. Some brokers are former charter yacht crew, while others have spent years traveling the world to inspect

That includes your itinerary, which can include everything from glittering casinos to remote harbors. Next, all you have to do is picture yourself aboard. The following pages will help you do just that.


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THE ONBOARD EXPERIENCE Deckhands take my luggage and escort me across the marina quay to the pas-

Few experiences offer the immediate and personalized luxuries of yacht charter. It is

sarelle. I step up and onto the megayacht, where the rest of the crew awaits. The

the rare vacation that frees guests of everyday cares within an hour or two, and that con-

captain, first mate, chef, stewardesses, engineer and captain all stand at attention in

tinues to immerse them in all of their favorite things for days on end. With yacht charter,

dress whites and golden epaulets. They introduce themselves with handshakes and

you set the itinerary, each day’s schedule of activities and excursions, and even the tone

smiles, and inform me that they are available day or night for anything that I need,

for each meal. From the timing of morning swims to the number of courses at evening

or to provide the tiniest thing that I might want. Within moments, I am offered a

dinners, the entirety of a yacht charter vacation is customized to satisfy your every desire.

chilled towel for my face and a cocktail topped with colorful fruit. I’m asked if I

Mine include fine pairings of wine and food, which begin just after sunset in the

would like my bags unpacked for me in my suite. As the stewardesses set out my

alfresco dining area. I look out at the stars before letting my gaze return to the

belongings in a way that will make me feel at home come bedtime, I take a seat on

table, where four courses are about to dazzle my palate. A Marlborough Sauvi-

the aft deck, where canapés of smoked salmon, figs and cheeses await.

gnon Blanc is paired with a salad featuring green apples and toasted almonds. Then

Less than an hour later, I am in the hot tub on the sun deck with a freshly blended

comes a Napa Valley Chardonnay alongside an appetizer of steamed lobster from

cocktail in hand. I hear the muffled start of the engines as the crew pull the lines from the

today’s catch. The main course is Wagyu beef with caramelized mushrooms and a

cleats on the dock. We are off. The bustle of civilization fades into the horizon as I look

hearty Italian Barolo, followed by a dessert of molten-center chocolate lava cake

out at the aquamarine sea. I enjoy a few moments of near silence, save the gentle whistle

and a freshly whipped cappuccino.

of the breeze, before asking the crew to turn on the music. Surround sound speakers

Nightcaps are served in the skylounge, where my family, friends and I enjoy a

click to life all around with my own iPod setting the perfect soundtrack. I lean back, let the

game of cards and a depth of conversation that seems impossible back home. There

hot tub’s jets massage my lower back, and close my eyes in ultimate relaxation.

are no distractions, no need to rise early the next morning, no smart phones buzzing with texts or Tweets. We linger as the stewardesses refill our glasses into the night. By the time I climb into the king-size bed in the master suite, I am so relaxed that the luxury mattress is but a bonus. I lie back onto my feather pillow and look up through the skylight at the stars. My eyes close against my will. I want this day to last forever. Every yacht charter can offer similar memories of life on board, but it’s the changing scenery around the yacht that makes each vacation experience different. The following pages offer a look at some of the most popular charter destinations in the Caribbean and Mediterranean—places where countless megayachts like the one described here are available to create your own version of the perfect vacation.


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YACHT INDEX NAME

Martha Ann Sycara V Fortunato Roma Helios Carpe Diem Mi Sueño Four Aces Harbour Island Mia Elise JeMaSa Wheels Casino Royale Te Manu Anjilis Zoom Zoom Zoom Odessa Audacia Scott Free Chevy Toy One More Toy Sycara IV Carpe Diem II Claire Helios Tuscan Sun Party Girl Big City Never Enough Calliope

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SIZE IN FEET

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SIZE NUMBER IN METER OF GUESTS

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SUMMER DESTINATIONS

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€600,000 €585,000 $480,000 €350,000 $480,000 $395,000 €280,000 $240,000 €425,000 $250,000 $275.000 $240,000 $250,000 $199,500 $235,000 $190,000 $240,000 $170,000 $200,000 $150,000 $150,000 $225,000 $175,000 $150,000 Please Inquire $188,000 Please Inquire $175,000 $130,000 $160,000

Mediterranean Mediterranean Mediterranean Mediterranean TBA Mediterranean Mediterranean Mediterranean Inquire Mediterranean Baltic Sea Florida/Bahamas Mediterranean Caribbean/ Mediterranean Mediterranean Mediterranean Mediterranean Mediterranean Florida/Bahamas New England Mediterranean Bahamas/New England New England Florida/Bahamas/New England Mediterranean Bahamas Mediterranean Florida/Bahamas New England Mediterranean

Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Mexican Riviera/Costa Rica Florida/Bahamas Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Florida/Bahamas Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean/Bahamas Caribbean Florida/Bahamas Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Florida/Bahamas Florida/Bahamas Caribbean Bahamas Caribbean/Bahamas Florida/Bahamas Bahamas Caribbean

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SIZE IN FEET

135 126 125 124 124 124 121 120 120 116 116 115 115 113 112 112 112 110 105 103 102 100 100 100 88 85 83 80 75 63

SIZE NUMBER IN METER OF GUESTS

41 38 38 38 38 38 37 37 37 35 35 35 35 34 34 34 34 34 32 31 31 30 30 30 27 26 25 24 23 19

12 8 10 10 8 to 10 10 10 9 8 10 to 12 6 8 to 10 8 10 8 8 8 to 10 6 8 to 9 8 6 to 8 8 8 8 6 8 7 6 6 4

STATE- ROOMS

5 4 5 5 4 5 5 4 5+1 5 3 4 4 5 4 4 4 3 4 4 3 4 4 4 3 4 4 3 3 2

WEEKLY RATE FROM (*)

SUMMER DESTINATIONS

WINTER DESTINATIONS

$110,000 $50,000 $99,000 €90,000 $55,000 $90,000 $97,000 $66,500 $65,000/$70,000 $58,000 $70,000 $65,000 $38,500 €75,000 $45,000 $42,500 $38,000 $35,000 $36,000 $47,000 $29,900 $42,500 $42,500 $45,000 $40.000 $35,000 $27,500 $29,500 $18,000 $12,900

Bahamas West Mediterranean Florida/Bahamas Mediterranean Bahamas New England Mediterranean East Mediterranean Caribbean Florida/Bahamas New England Mediterranean Florida/Bahamas Mediterranean Bahamas New England New England N. America/Mex. West Coats New England Florida/Bahamas New England Florida/Bahamas/New England Florida/Bahamas Florida/Bahamas/New England West Mediterranean Bahamas Bahamas New England New England New England

Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Caribbean Bahamas Florida/Bahamas Mediterranean West Mediterranean Caribbean Florida/Bahamas Caribbean Mediterranean Florida/Bahamas Mediterranean Caribbean Florida/Bahamas Caribbean/Florida/Bahamas N. America-CA Florida/Bahamas Caribbean Caribbean/Turks & Caicos/Bahamas Caribbean/Florida/Bahamas Caribbean Caribbean/Florida/Bahamas Caribbean Bahamas Bahamas Caribbean/Bahamas Caribbean/Florida/Bahamas Florida/Bahamas

( * ) B A S E R AT ES A R E SUBJECT TO ADDITIO NAL TAX ES , FEES AND AVAILAB I L I TY; C O N FI RM P RI C I N G WI TH YO U R B RO K E R


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MARTHA ANN

PHOTOGRAPHY: MATTHIEU CARLIN

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM 600,000 EUR/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

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AMENITIES At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 44 ft /13.4m Nautica / 2 x 350 hp, 26 ft/ 7.9 m Royal Denship “limousine” / 260 hp, 26 ft / 7.9 m Nautica / 2 x 115 hp, 2 x 3-person waverunners, 2 x jet skis, 2 x Seabobs, 2 x kayaks, kayak trimaran sailboat, towable toys, snorkel gear, fishing gear, wakeboard, waterskis, SCUBA: 8 sets. Compressor.VSAT/WiFi. Elevator, sports deck with swim spa and full gym. **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS. SPORTS DECK

MASTER STATEROOM

FULL GYM

SUNDECK

SPECIFICATIONS LENGTH: 230ft

(70.11 m) BEAM: 42ft (12.8m) DRAFT: 12ft (3.66m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Lürssen/2008 CRUISING SPEED: 13 CABINS: 5

knots King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin

GUESTS 12 | CABINS 7 | CREW 18


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SYCARA V

PHOTOGRAPHY: NEIL RABINOWITZ, BOB MARCHANT AND CHRIS GONTA


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AMENITIES At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 31 ft / 9.44 m Novurania Chase (foldable Bimini top) 2 x 190 hp, 23 ft / 7 m Novurania Launch / 286 hp (jet drive), 2 x 3-person waverunners, snorkel gear, assorted towable toys, boards. Gym with separate massage room: 2 x treadmills, exercise bike, rowing machine.VSAT/WiFi. Elevator **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS.

DINING SALON

SUNDECK

MAIN SALON

LIBRARY / LOUNGE

SPECIFICATIONS

BUILDER/YEAR: Nobiskrug/2010

LENGTH: 223ft

CRUISING SPEED: 14.5

7in (68.16m) BEAM: 41ft (12.52m) DRAFT: 12ft (3.66m)

knots CABINS: 3 King, 2 King+Single+Pullman, 2 Single+Pullman



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FORTUNATO

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $480,000 US / WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

12


(*PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

AMENITIES Zero Speed Stabilizers; Deck Jacuzzi; 44' Wally tender; 26' Custom tender;14' tender; (3) waverunners; windsurfing equipment; (2) sunfish sail boats; (12) SCUBA sets; dive compressor; water slide; wide variety of water toys; fishing gear; fully equipped separate gym; elevator to all decks; SAT TV; Kaleidescape DVD & CD system; concert quality audio system throughout; 24/7 access to voice & internet throughout

SPECIFICATIONS LENGTH: 204

ft 3 in (62.26m) BEAM: 35ft 5in (10.80m) DRAFT: 10ft 6in (3.20m)


BUILDER/YEAR: Feadship

/ 2000/10 CABINS: 7 – 5 king, 2 queen w/twin

NOT OFFERED FOR SALE OR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS INFORMATION PROVIDED IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT BUT CAN NOT BE GUARANTEED


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HELIOS

WINTER MEXICAN RIVIERA / COSTA RICA | SUMMER TBA | RATES FROM $480,000 US / WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

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AMENITIES Zero Speed Stabilizers; Deck Jacuzzi; jetted pool; 28' Intrepid tender; (3) waverunners; (8) SCUBA sets; dive compressor; (6) Apollo dive scooters; wide variety of water toys; fishing gear; fully equipped separate gym; Cinema; (11) IPOD docking stations; SAT TV; concert quality audio system throughout; 24/7 access to voice & internet throughout

SPECIFICATIONS LENGTH: 194

ft (59.10m) BEAM: 34ft 5in (10.50m) DRAFT: 12ft 2in (3.72m)


BUILDER/YEAR: Oceanco

/ 2001/10 CABINS: 6 – 5 king, 1 twin



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MI SUEÑO

PHOTOGRAPHY: JIM RAYCROFT


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AMENITIES

E

SKY LOUNGE

E

MASTER SUITE

E

At Anchor (Zero Speed) Stabilizers, 23 ft / 7.01 m Novurania / 320 hp inboard, 2 x 2 person SeaDoo sport waverunners, 2 x 3 person SeaDoo cruising waverunners, 1 x 4 person banana boat, 3 x donuts, 1 x wakeboard, 1 x slalom ski, 1 x beginner ski, 1 x kneeboard, 2 x kayaks, 20 x set snorkels, fins. Miscellaneous: jetski helmets & goggles, wetsuits, booties & gloves, buoyancy aides, swimming goggles, beach balls, kid’s beach toys, volleyball/net, fishing gear (limited), BBQ/beach gazebo, cooler boxes. Elevator.

H SUNDECK

MAIN SALON

SPECIFICATIONS

BUILDER/YEAR: Trinity/2010

LENGTH: 190ft

CRUISING SPEED: 17

(57.92m) BEAM: 33ft 5in (10.21m) DRAFT: 8ft 6in (2.61m)

knots 1 Twin+Pullman, 4 Pullmans (Convertible Gym)

CABINS: 4 King, 1 Queen,



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FOUR ACES

PHOTOGRAPHY: LAURENT BENOIT/JIM RAYCROFT

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $240,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

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AMENITIES 33’ Intrepid 2000 - 2x 250 Yamaha Outboards, 15’ Novurania w/90 hp Yamaha engine, 2x Yamaha Waverunners, 2x Windsurfer, 3x Kayaks, 2x Stand Up Paddle Boards, 2 Wake Boards, Snorkel Gear,Water Skis, Banana,Towable Toys, Fishing Gear, Beach Toys,At Anchor (Zero Speed) Stabilizers, Jacuzzi , Barbeque,Wet Bar on Sun Deck, Satcom Phone/Fax,WiFi/ Internet, IPod Docks, Satellite TV, Kaleidescape Movie/Music Server,TV/DVD/CD throughout, Surround Sound, Gym. **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S.WATERS. MASTER SUITE

MAIN SALON

DINING SALON


(55.8m) BEAM: 34ft 1in (10.39m) DRAFT: 11 ft 7in (3.53m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Benetti/2005/Refit

2008

CRUISING SPEED: 15 CABINS: 5

knots King, 1 Twin, 2 Pullmans



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JEMASA

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER BALTIC SEA | RATES FROM $275,000 US / WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

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AMENITIES Zero Speed Stabilizers; Deck Jacuzzi; 34' Yellowfin towed tender; 24' Novurania tender; 16' Novurania tender; (2) waverunners; (4) motor scooters; (1) windsurfer; (1) Pico sailing dinghy; (8) SCUBA sets; dive compressor; (12) sets snorkeling equipment; (2) kayaks; water slide from sundeck; wide variety of water toys; fishing gear; (4) bicycles; fully equipped separate gym; SAT TV; 24/7 access to voice & internet throughout


(49.99m) BEAM: 31ft (9.45m) DRAFT: 10ft 3in (3.12m)


BUILDER/YEAR: Hakvoort

/ 2006 CABINS: 6 – 1 king, 4 queen, 1 twin



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WHEELS


WINTER BAHAMAS, FLORIDA | SUMMER BAHAMAS, FLORIDA | RATES FROM $240,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

22


AMENITIES At Anchor (Zero Speed) Stabilizers, Jacuzzi, Barbeque, Wet Bar on Sundeck, Satcom Phone/Fax , WiFi/Internet, IPOD Docks, Satellite TV, TV/DVD/CD throughout, Surround Sound, 36’ Yellow Fin w/3x 275 hp Engines, 20’ Nautica Diesel, 17’ Wide Body w/115 hp, 2x 3 Seater Yamaha Waverunners, 12 Sets of Scuba Gear, Brownies Third Lung, Underwater Scooters, Snorkel Gear, Water Skis, Towable Toys, Boards, Fishing Gear, Beach Toys, Elliptical Machine. DINING SALON

SUNDECK

MAIN DECK

MAIN SALON


(50m) BEAM: 28ft (8.5m) DRAFT: 8ft (2.4m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Trinity/2009 CRUISING SPEED: 17 CABINS: 4




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TE MANU

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER CARIBBEAN / MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $199,500 US / WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

24



AMENITIES Deck Jacuzzi; 31’ towed tender; 20’ Novurania tender; 14’ Novurania tender; 12’ tender; (1) waverunner; (10) sets snorkeling equipment; (2) kayaks; assorted fishing gear; elevator; SAT TV; music on demand system throughout the yacht; 24/7 access to voice & internet throughout


(49.38m) BEAM: 31ft (9.45m) DRAFT: 10 ft 2 in (3.12m)


BUILDER/YEAR: Codecasa

/ 1998 CABINS: 6 – 1 king, 3 queens, 2 twins



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ZOOM ZOOM ZOOOM

PHOTOGRAPHY: DANA JINKINS

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER WEST MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $190,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

26


AMENITIES At Anchor (Zero Speed) Stabilizers, Jacuzzi, Barbeque, Wet Bar on Sundeck, Satcom & V-Sat Phone/Fax , WiFi/Internet, Satellite TV,/DVD/CD throughout, Surround Sound, IPod Docking Stations throughout, 32’ White Shark w/500 hp, 19’ Nautica Tender w/150 hp, 2x Waverunners, Snorkel Gear, Water Skis, Kneeboard, Towable Toys, Fishing Gear, Beach Toys, Wakeboards, Exercise Equipment. **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS. MAIN SALON

SKYLOUNGE

MASTER SUITE

DINING SALON



BUILDER/YEAR: Trinity/2005/Refit

2009





27

ODESSA

PHOTOGRAPHY: STEPHEN CRIDLAND

WINTER CARIBBEAN, BAHAMAS | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $240,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

28


AMENITIES 23’ Chris-Craft Catalina,16’ Nautica, 2x Sea-Doo Jet Skis, 15’ Vanguard Laser Sailboat, 2x SeaBob Under water Scooters, Zero Speed Stabilizers, Large Water Trampoline,Water Skis (multiple), Inner Tube,Wake Boards, Brownies Dive Compressor, Dive Equipment, Portable Hooka system, 2 lines of Hooka from yacht, Spin Bike, Rowing Machine, 4x Exercise balls, 6x Exercise Mats, 6x Stretching Bands, Free Weights, DirecTV w/HD, XM Radio, Kaleidescape Movie and Music throughout, IPod Docks XBox,Wii, Game Library, Satcom, VSAT,WiFi. **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS. SKYLOUNGE

UPPER DECK

SUNDECK

MAIN SALON



BUILDER/YEAR: Christensen/2009 CRUISING SPEED: 14 CABINS: 4

knots King, 1 Queen, 1 Double+Single



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SCOTT FREE

WINTER FLORIDA / BAHAMAS | SUMMER FLORIDA / BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $200,000 US / WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

30



AMENITIES Deck Jacuzzi; 31' Jupiter towed tender; 15' AB tender; (3) waverunners; (6) SCUBA sets; dive compressor; (10) sets snorkeling equipment; (2) kayaks; trampoline float; wide variety of water toys; fishing gear; exercise equipment; elevator to all decks; docking station for IPOD; SAT TV; Kaleidescape DVD & CD system; 24/7 access to voice & internet throughout, full beam VIP


(47.85m) BEAM: 29ft 5in (8.97) DRAFT: 8ft (2.44m)


BUILDER/YEAR: Christensen

/ 2007 CABINS: 6 – 4 king, 2 full w/twin

INFORMATION PROVIDED IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT BUT CAN NOT BE GUARANTEED


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ONE MORE TOY

PHOTOGRAPHY: KIRK RUSSELL/MARC PARIS

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $150,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

32


AMENITIES Jacuzzi, Barbeque, Wet Bar on Sun Deck, Satcom Phone/Fax, WiFi/Internet,VSAT, Satellite TV, TV/DVD/CD throughout, Surround Sound, IPod Docking Stations throughout, 31’ Jupiter w/2x 225 Yamaha, 21’ Novurania w/2x 115hp, 4x Waverunners, 1x 2 Man Kayak, 1x 1Man Kayak, Snorkel Gear, Water Skis, Towable Toys, Fishing Gear, Beach Toys, Wakeboards, Exercise Equipment,Yoga, Elevator. **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS.

E E

E

E E

E

E E

E

E E

E

MAIN SALON

DINING SALON


(47.24m) BEAM: 28ft (8.51m) DRAFT: 7ft (2.1m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Christensen/2001/Refit

2007


knots King, 3 Queen, 2 Double, 2 Twin, 2 Pullmans



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SYCARA IV

PHOTOGRAPHY: NEIL RABINOWITZ

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER BAHAMAS / NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $225,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

34


AMENITIES At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers 24 ft / 7.31m Classic custom Elco tender 1 x 2-person kayak, snorkel gear. Total gym WiFi

DINING SALON

MAIN SALON

SALON AFT

MASTER STATEROOM


(46.04m) BEAM: 26ft 7in (8.11m) DRAFT: 6ft (1.83m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Burger/2009 CRUISING SPEED: 12 CABINS: 2




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CLAIRE

WINTER FLORIDA / BAHAMAS | SUMMER FLORIDA / BAHAMAS / NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $150,000 US / WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES (*PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

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AMENITIES Zero Speed Stabilizers; Deck Jacuzzi; 18' Nautica tender w/ ski bar; (2) waverunners; (6) SCUBA sets; dive compressor; (10) sets snorkeling equipment; waterslide; wide variety of water toys; fishing gear; IPOD docking stations; SAT TV; Kaleidescape DVD & CD system; 24/7 access to voice & internet throughout




BUILDER/YEAR: Trinity Yachts

/ 2003 CABINS: 5 – 3 kings, 1 queen, 1 twin



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NAMOH

PHOTOGRAPHY: LAURENT BENOIT

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER BAHAMAS, FLORIDA | RATES FROM $99,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

38


AMENITIES 29’ Jupiter w/2x 250 hp Yamaha’s Fully Rigged out for Fishing, 17’ Zodiac Eclipse w/115 4-Stroke Yamaha, 2x Yamaha VX 1000 Waverunners, 2x 12’ Wilderness Pungo Sea Kayaks, Wakeboard, Knee Board, Water Skis, Towable Tubes, Snorkel Gear, 18’ Trampoline, 2 Sets of Golf Clubs, 2x Mobility Scooter,Yoga Mat, Large Exercise Ball, Wii Fitness, Small Dumbbells, Satcom Phone/Fax, WiFi/Internet, IPod Docks, Satellite TV, Jacuzzi, Electronic Piano Player. MAIN SALON

MASTER SUITE

SKYLOUNGE



BUILDER/YEAR: Cheoy

Lee/2003 CRUISING SPEED: 14 knots CABINS: 3 King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin



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ANNA J

WINTER WEST MEDITERRANEAN | SUMMER EAST MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM 66,500 EUR/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

40


AMENITIES New 25’ RIB / 250 hp Tender, 14’ RIB / 60 hp Tender, 2x Yamaha VX 110 Sport Waverunners 3 man, 2x Blade Fish Underwater Scooters, Inflatable Waterslide from Flybridge, 3x Waterskis, 2x Wakeboards, Inflatable Doughnut,Water Trampoline, Snorkelling Equipment, 6-person Jacuzzi, Hydraulic Swim Platform, Zero Speed Stabilizers,WiFi, Kaleidescape System w/300+ Movies, Complete iPod Compatible Music System, Nintendo Wii.

MASTER SUITE

SUNDECK

MAIN SALON



BUILDER/YEAR: Palmer

Johnson/2000/Refit 2010 CRUISING SPEED: 26 knots CABINS: 1 King, 2 Double, 1 Twin, 1 Pullman



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CHOSEN ONE

WINTER CARIBBEAN | RATES FROM $70,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | SUMMER CARIBBEAN | RATES FROM $65,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

42


AMENITIES Novurania 15" Deluxe 460 and 2010 Marlago Sport Cudy fishing boat, Aqualung Scuba Diving sets with Sunnto computers, Sea-Doo seascooters, ocean kayaks, TV 4 DIRECTV HD DVR with Panasonic Plasma monitors 5.1 sound in all cabins and lounges, 2 SeaDoo GTI waverunners, 5 person Jacuzzi, wireless internet and Sat phone, Riffe spearguns and shimano Pro fishing gear.


(36.6m) BEAM: 25ft (7.6m) DRAFT: 6ft 5in (2m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Intermarine/2002 CRUISING SPEED: 12.5

knots

CABINS: 5+1 (master, vip, 2 queen/bunk, +nanny)

GUESTS 8 | CABINS 5+1 | CREW 6 | CHARTER INQUIRIES (52) 81 81146966 | [email protected]


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CLAIRE

WINTER FLORIDA / BAHAMAS | SUMMER FLORIDA / BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $38,500 US / WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

44



AMENITIES Deck Jacuzzi; 18' tender; (2) waverunners; (10) sets snorkeling equipment; (3) kayaks; trampoline float; wide variety of water toys; fishing gear; SAT TV; Fleet 55 system w/ internet access; water sports cockpit; foredeck sun lounge




BUILDER/YEAR: Broward

Marine / 1997/09 CABINS: 4 – 1 king, 2 queen, 1 twin



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COCKTAILS

PHOTOGRAPHY: SHAW MCCUTCHEON

WINTER CARIBBEAN, BAHAMAS, FLORIDA | SUMMER BAHAMAS, FLORIDA, NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $42,500 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

46


AMENITIES 27’ Contender w/Fishing Equipment, Jacuzzi, Barbeque, 2x 3-person Waverunners, Water Toys, Beach Toys, Fishing Gear, Wake board, Snorkel Gear, DirecTV Satellite System throughout, TV/DVD/CD throughout, Speakers on all Decks and in all Cabins, Retractable Sun Roof, Twin Berths convert to Queens, Audio & Video Libraries.

SUNDECK

MASTER SUITE

MAIN SALON

AFT DECK



BUILDER/YEAR: Hargrave/2006 CRUISING SPEED: 15

knots

CABINS: 1 King, 1 Queen, 4 Single, 2 Convertible, 2 Pullman



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DA BUBBA


WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER BAHAMAS, FLORIDA | RATES FROM $42,500 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

48


AMENITIES 29’ Jupiter 2007 w/Outriggers and 2x 250 Yamahas (weather permitting), 14’ Walker Bay Inflatable, 4x Penn 30 Reels and Assorted Fishing Gear, 2x Yamaha 3 Passenger Waverunners, 2x Transparent Sea Kayaks, 8x Sets of Snorkel Gear (mask and fins), 2x Passenger Inner Tube, Barbeque, Beach Toys, XBox w/Library, Jacuzzi,Water Skis,Tow Tube, Knee Board, Wakeboard, Crestron DSS System throughout,TV/DVD/CD throughout, Karaoke.

MASTER SUITE

MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

DINING SALON



BUILDER/YEAR: Hargrave/2005 CRUISING SPEED: 13

knots

CABINS: 1 King, 2 Queen, 2 Single, 1 Convertible, 1 Pullman



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KING BABY

PHOTOGRAPHY: BUGSY GEDLEK/SUKI FINNERTY

WINTER CARIBBEAN, BAHAMAS, FLORIDA | SUMMER BAHAMAS, FLORIDA, NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $45,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES

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AMENITIES 31’ Jupiter Center Console, 15” Nautica RIB Tender,Yamaha Waverunner, Inflatable Kayaks, Retractable Sunroof, Water Toys, Beach Toys, Fishing Gear, Wake Board, Snorkel Gear, DirecTV Satellite System throughout, TV/DVD/CD throughout, XM Radio, Audio & Video Libraries, IPod Docks, Nintendo Wii, Blue Ray Player.

MAIN SALON

DINING SALON

SUNDECK

MASTER SUITE



BUILDER/YEAR: Hargrave/2009 CRUISING SPEED: 18 CABINS: 1

knots King, 2 Queen, 1 Twin+Convertible



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ROMA

AMENITIES 23'3" Castoldi jet tender turbo drive w/315hp, 16' Castoldi jet tender w/125hp Yanmar, 3-person Bombardier SeaDoo w/255hp. Zero-speed stabilizers, Kongsberg dynamic positioning system, tender fueling station, diving gear, 5.3m x 2.9m Jacuzzi/pool with jets for swimming, elevator, always-on internet WiFi, Crestron system, Kaleidescape audio & video server, LCD plasma screens, sat TV, surround sound, phone/fax.


(62m) BEAM: 36ft (11m) DRAFT: 10ft (3m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Viareggio Superyachts/2010 CRUISING SPEED: 12 CABINS: 6 (1

knots king, 4 queen, 1 twin)

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM €350,000/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 12 | CABINS 6 | CREW 16

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PH OTO S: BUG SY G E D L E K , J E FF BROW N

CARPE DIEM

AMENITIES MAIN SALON

SKYLOUNGE

At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 23 ft / 7 m Novurania Chase 300 hp diesel, 22 ft / 6.7 m Nautica landing craft / 260 hp diesel, 2 x 3-person waverunners, trampoline, waterskis, wakeboard, snorkel gear. SCUBA 6 sets. Compressor. Exercise equipment: spin bike, pull-up machine, weight bench, free-weights.VSAT/WiFi


(58.2 m) BEAM: 33 ft 4 in (10.16 m) DRAFT: 7 ft 8 in (2.33 m)


knots King, 1 Twin+Pullman

WINTER BAHAMAS | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $395,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 12 | CABINS 6 | CREW 12


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HARBOUR ISLAND

AMENITIES SKYLOUNGE DECK AFT

MAIN SALON

At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 32 ft / 9.75 m Intrepid / 2 x 250 hp, 19 ft / 5.79 m Novurania Chase / 220 hp turbo diesel, 2 x 3-person waverunners, waterskis, snorkel gear, wakeboard.Treadmill. 2 king master staterooms, elevator, infinity pool. VSAT/WiFi



BUILDER/YEAR: Newcastle/2011 CRUISING SPEED: 12

knots CABINS: 4 King, 2 Queen+ Single+Pullman

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER INQUIRE | RATES FROM 425,000 EUR/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 12 | CABINS 6 | CREW 12

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MIA ELISE


MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

AMENITIES At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 38 ft /11.58 m Midnight Express / 4 x 300 hp, 22 ft / 6.7 m Novurania / 220 hp diesel, 2 x 3-person waverunners, snorkel gear, towable toys, fishing gear.VSAT/WiFi. Inquire / Bahamas: 39 ft /11.88 m Buddy Davis design Outer Island sportfish / 2 x 480 hp (not included in rate)



BUILDER/YEAR: Trinity/2010 CRUISING SPEED: 17

knots

CABINS: 4 King, 1 Queen, 1 Twin

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $250,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 12 | CABINS 6 | CREW 9


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CASINO ROYALE

E

PHOTOGRAPHY: STEVE CRIDLAND

DINING SALON

MASTER STATEROOM

E

E

E

AMENITIES At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 35 ft / 10.66 m Mar Lago 2 x 300 hp, 24 ft / 7.31m Nautica / 2 x 150 hp, 4 x Sea-Doos, 2 x Segway X-2, 2 x bicycles, trampoline, inflatable towed toys, snorkel gear, wakeboard, water skis, fishing gear. Treadmill. VSAT/WiFi. Elevator **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO US RESIDENTS WHILE IN US WATERS.


(49.69m) BEAM: 29ft 6in (9m) DRAFT: 8ft 4in (2.56m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Christensen/2008 CRUISING SPEED: 12

knots

CABINS: 4 King, 2 Double+Single


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ANJILIS

AMENITIES Zero-speed stabilizers. 6.5m (21') Novurania w/190hp Yamahas, 10m (32') Intrepid w/twin 250hp Mercury Cruisers, rigged for fishing, 2 waverunners, tandem ocean kayak: Hobie Odyssey, towables, snorkeling gear, scuba diving equipment (rendezvous diving), fishing gear, exercise equipment, barbeque, jacuzzi. Hammond electronic organ w/karaoke. Crestron entertainment systems, Kaleidescape music & movie server, satellite tv/ dvd/cd & iPod docking stations throughout.Wifi, satellite phone/fax.



BUILDER/YEAR: Trinity Yachts/2009 CRUISING SPEED: 18 CABINS: 5

knots (4 king, 1 twin w/pullman)

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $235,000/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 11 | CABINS 5 | CREW 9


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AUDACIA

AMENITIES MAIN SALON

SKYLOUNGE DECK AFT

At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 27 ft / 8.22 m tender 2 x 225 hp (4 stroke), 17 ft / 5.18 m Novurania / 115 hp, 2 x 2-person waverunners, 2 x 2-person sea kayaks, waterskis, snorkel gear, boards, towable toys. Exercise equipment: running machine, elliptical cross-trainer, free weights. VSAT/WiFi


(48.5m) BEAM: 26ft 10in (8.18m) DRAFT: 9ft 10in (3m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Feadship/1987 CRUISING SPEED: 12.5

knots

CABINS: 2 King, 2 Queen, 2 Twin


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CHEVY TOY

PHOTOGRAPHY: EXTERIOR JIM RAYCROFT_INTERIOR SHAW MCCUTCHEON

MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

AMENITIES At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 35 ft / 10.66 m Intrepid 2 x 350 hp / rigged for fishing. 17 ft / 5.18 m Novurania 115 hp (4 stroke), 2 x waverunners, fishing gear, waterskis, wakeboard, towable toys.VSAT/WiFi



BUILDER/YEAR: Trinity/2004 CRUISING SPEED: 13

knots

CABINS: 4 King, 1 Twin+Pullman

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $150,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 9


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CARPE DIEM II

PHOTOGRAPHY: JAMES KELAGOPIAN

MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

AMENITIES At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 20 ft / 6 m Novurania / 200 hp, 15 ft / 4.5 m Novurania / 75 hp, 2 x 3-person waverunners, waterskis, wakeboard, trampoline, 2 x paddle boards, snorkel gear, fishing equipment. SCUBA: 6 sets (no compressor aboard). Exercise equipment: spin bike, weight bench/free weights.VSAT/WiFi. Inquire Bahamas: 58ft / 17.6 m Roscioli sportfish (not included in rate)



BUILDER/YEAR: Trinity/2002/Refit

2011


knots King, 1 Twin+Pullman

WINTER FLA/BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $175,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 8

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HELIOS

AMENITIES 24ft Boston Whaler (fishing gear for Boston Whaler), Duarry 18ft inflatable RIB w/90hp four stroke outboard, 13ft Novurania w/20hp outboard, 15ft Sunfish sailing dingy, scuba gear, snorkel gear, 2 wakeboards, water-skis (1 adult set & 1 child set), 2 inflatable towable tubes, inflatable 3-person hotdog, inflatable climbing wall, inflatable towable half pike. Crestron music throughout, WiFi.


7in (45.30m) BEAM: 31ft 9in (9.70m) DRAFT: 12ft 9in (3.90m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Perini Navi/2007 CRUISING SPEED: 10

knots

CABINS: 4 (2 king, 2 conv. twins + 3 pullmans)

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM PLEASE INQUIRE | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 4 | CREW 7


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TUSCAN SUN

AMENITIES PHOTOGRAPHY: JIM RAYCROFT

MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 32 ft/ 9.75 m Intrepid / 2 x 250 hp (4 stroke), 19 ft / 5.79 m Novurania, 2 x 3-person waverunners, boards, 3 x kayaks, towable toys, snorkel gear, ski tubes, adult waterskis, 2 x windsurfers, 3 x wakeboards, 4 x deep sea fishing rigs with pole & reel, fighting belts. SCUBA 6 sets. Compressor. Gym: treadmill, exercise bike, bench press, free weights/bands.VSAT/WiFi **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S.WATERS.


7in (45m) BEAM: 29ft 6in (9m) DRAFT: 9ft 2in (2.8m)

BUILDER/YEAR: Izar/2006/Refit CRUISING SPEED: 12 CABINS: 2


WINTER BAHAMAS | SUMMER BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $188,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 12 | CABINS 6 | CREW 9

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2008

PARTY GIRL

EL

PHOTOGRAPHY: MIKE WHITT/STEPHAN CRIDLAND/JAY SUDER

MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

EL

EL

AMENITIES At Anchor (Zero Speed) Stabilizers, Jacuzzi, Barbeque, Wet Bar on Sun Deck, Satcom Phone/Fax, WiFi/Internet, IPod Docks, Satellite TV, Kaleidescape Movie/Music Server, TV/DVD/CD throughout, Surround Sound, 37’ Intrepid Tender, 2x 18’ Novurania Tenders, 2x Waverunners, Kayaks, Snorkel Gear, Water Skis, Towable Toys, Boards, Fishing Gear, Beach Toys, Beach Chairs, Exercise Equipment. **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS.



BUILDER/YEAR: Christensen/2008 CRUISING SPEED: 14

knots CABINS: 3 King, 1 Queen, 1 Double,1 Twin

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES INQUIRE | GUESTS 12 | CABINS 6 | CREW 9


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BIG CITY


MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

AMENITIES At anchor (zero speed) stabilizers, 32 ft / 9.75 m Intrepid / 2 x 300 hp (4 stroke), 18 ft / 5.48 m Nautica /115 hp , 2 x 3 person waverunners, 2 x kayaks, 2 x walk-in-water balls, 2 x donuts, waterskis, banana, boogie board, snorkel gear. Fishing equipment: 2 x outriggers, 6 x pole stations, live well. Exercise equipment: elliptical machine, free weights. VSAT/WiFi




knots King, 2 Twin

WINTER FLA/BAHAMAS | SUMMER FLA/BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $175,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 9

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NEVER ENOUGH

AMENITIES At-anchor stabilizers. 32ft Boston Whaler, diving equipment (certified divers only), fishing equipment, 13ft Avon inflatable, two 2-person waverunners, two 2-person sea kayaks, snorkel gear, full fishing gear, new water skis, wakeboard, Jacuzzi, 9ft swim platform, A/C aft deck with full enclosure. Satcom, computer ports throughout, CCTV, TV/VCR/DVD/CD.



BUILDER/YEAR: Feadship/1992/2007/2009 CRUISING SPEED: 13 CABINS: 5 (1

knots king, 2 queen, 2 twin)

WINTER BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $130,000/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 7


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CALLIOPE

AMENITIES Nautica rib 18' Widebody with 115hp outboard, Nautica rib 13.5' Widebody with 50hp outboard, water-skis, wakeboard, donuts, 5-man banana, 2x Sea-scooters (underwater propelling units for diving and snorkeling), inflatable kayak, snorkeling gear, 2x mountain bikes, treadmill, gym equipment, Jacuzzi, barbecue. Alfresco dining, ample sun pads and sun chaises on deck. Satellite HDTV, DVD and stereo music throughout, WiFi internet.



BUILDER/YEAR: Holland Jachtbouw/2010 CRUISING SPEED: 15 CABINS: 5

knots (1 king, 2 queen, 2 twin)

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $160,000/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 9

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PHOTO S: N I CO L A S CL A R I S / C A L L I O PE - R H OA D E S YO UN G D E SI G N

ATLANTICA

AMENITIES PHOTOGRAPHY: JIM RAYCROFT

SUNDECK

MAIN SALON

New 37’ Intrepid w/3X300 hp Engines, 21’ Novurania Tender, 2x 2 Sea-Doo RXT Waverunners, 2x 2-person Glass Bottom Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Snorkel & Fishing Gear, Scuba/Compressor,Water Skis, Kneeboard,Trainer Kite,Wind Surfboards w/3 Sails, InflatableTrampoline, Banana Boat,Towable Toys, Beach Toys, Karaoke Machine, Flat Screen Satellite TV/DVD/CD throughout, Surround Sound, Satcom Phone/Fax, WIFI/Internet, IPod Docks, Kaleidescape Movie Music Server. **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS.



BUILDER/YEAR: Christensen/2000/Refit

2008 knots CABINS: 1 King, 3 Queen, 1 Twin, 2 Pullmans CRUISING SPEED: 16

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $110,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 12 | CABINS 5 | CREW 8


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IMPULSIVE


MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

AMENITIES 32’ Intrepid, 2x 3-person See Doo’s,Water Skis, Kneeboard, Fishing Gear, Ski Tows, Beach Toys, Floating Pool, Snorkel Gear, Elliptical, Satellite TV/Bose DVD/CD throughout, Extensive Library of DVD’s, Naiad Stabilizers, Underwater Lights, Hydraulic Beach Swim Platform,VIP on Main Deck, Sunbathing Area on Bow, Full Professional DJ Equipment.



BUILDER/YEAR: Norship/1994/Refit CRUISING SPEED: 20

knots CABINS: 1 California King, 3 Queen

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER WEST MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $50,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8 | CABINS 4 | CREW 7/8

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2010

AQUASITION

AMENITIES 16' Novurania, 2 Wave Runner, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, water skis


BUILDER/YEAR: Broward/2007

BEAM: 24ft

CRUISING SPEED: 12

DRAFT: 7ft

CABINS: 2

knots king, 2 queen, 1 twin

WINTER FLORIDA/BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $90,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 6


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MURPHY’S LAW

AMENITIES 26' Regulator center console fishing boat, 15' Novurania, 2/3-person Wave Runners, 1 kayak, wakeboard, kneeboard, huge towable tube, snorkeling gear, assorted beach toys, fishing gear, water skis

SPECIFICATIONS LENGTH: 124ft BEAM: 26ft DRAFT: 6ft

CRUISING SPEED: 12

knots CABINS: 1 king, 1 queen, 2 twins + 2 pullmans

BUILDER/YEAR: Delta/1998

WINTER BAHAMAS | SUMMER BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $55,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8/10 | CABINS 4 | CREW 5

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NORTHLANDER

AMENITIES Castoldi 18 Jet Tender, 2 x Jetboard, 4 x sea scooter, various inflatables, water-skis, wakeboard, 12m inflatable slide, snorkeling equipment, fishing gear, beach party set-up, 2x mountain bikes, Jacuzzi, Crestron & kaleidescape system (650+ movies on hard disk), sat TV, iPod docking station, WiFi internet, computers, sat phone.



BUILDER/YEAR: Moonen

Shipyards/2010 CRUISING SPEED: 11 knots CABINS: 5 (1 king, 2 queen, 2 twin)

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM €90,000/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 6


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VICTORIA DEL MAR


SUNDECK

MAIN SALON

AMENITIES 32’ Century Towed Tender with Twin Yamaha 250 hp, 15’ Nautica Tender, 2x Sea Kayak, 3- Person Waverunner, Snorkel Gear, Water Skis, Assorted Inflatables, Fishing Equipment, Beach Gear, Barbeque, Jacuzzi, Flatscreen Satellite TV/DVD/CD throughout, Satcom Phone/ Fax, WiFi/Internet, IPod Docks. **NOT OFFERED FOR CHARTER TO U.S. RESIDENTS WHILE IN U.S. WATERS.



BUILDER/YEAR: Moonen/2001/2008 CRUISING SPEED: 10

knots CABINS: 1 King, 4 Double

WINTER WEST MEDITERRANEAN | SUMMER WEST MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $97,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 7

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SERENITY

AMENITIES 27' Intrepid, 2 Wave Runners, 2 Seabobs (underwater scooters), 2 paddle boards, fishing gear, snorkeling gear, lots of other beach toys, tube, wakeboards, kneeboards, water skis, Brownies Third Lung, water trampoline


CRUISING SPEED: 20

knots CABINS: 1 king, 3 queens, 2 twins + 2 pullmans

BUILDER/YEAR: Lazarra/2008

WINTER FLORIDA/BAHAMAS | SUMMER BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $58,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10/12 | CABINS 5 | CREW 4/5


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WHISPER

AMENITIES SatCom, cell phone & fax, internet/WiFi, computer, A/V library, Sat TV, Plasma TV, DVD/VCR, surround sound, CD player, wet bar, iPod docking stations throughout. 17' RBI tender with console and 115 hp Yamaha outboard, water skis, wake board, tubes & floaties, beach toys, fishing equipment, snorkeling equipment, hydraulic passarelles aft and starboard, dodger, bimini.



BUILDER/YEAR: Holland

Jachtbouw/2003 CRUISING SPEED: 10 knots CABINS: 3 (1 queen, 1 double, 1 twin)


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HARMONY


MAIN SALON

SUNDECK

AMENITIES 17’ Novurania Hard Bottom Inflatable, Barbeque, 2x Yamaha 4-Cycle Waverunners, 2x Kayaks, Jacuzzi, Fishing Gear, Beach Toys,Water Skis, Tow Tube, Snorkel Gear, Satcom,WiFi Internet throughout, Karaoke Entertainment System.



BUILDER/YEAR: Crescent/1998/

Refit 2008 knots CABINS: 1 King, 1 Queen, 4 Single, 2 Convertible, 2 Pullman CRUISING SPEED: 16

WINTER WEST MEDITERRANEAN | SUMMER EAST/WEST MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $65,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8/10 | CABINS 4 | CREW 6


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BELUGA

AMENITIES Jacuzzi, BBQ, exercise equipment, dining table to sit 12 guests, sunpads. 12th Sense custom tender (20ft, 10 seats max), Yamaha jet ski, 2 x Seabobs, water ski, wakeboard, snorkeling equipment, inflatable towables, NAIADS Zero-Speed stabilizers, VSAT communications, satellite TV. Underfloor heating in all bathrooms.



BUILDER/YEAR: Moonen/2006/2011 CRUISING SPEED: 10 CABINS: 5

knots (3 double, 2 twin)

WINTER MEDITERRANEAN | SUMMER MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM €75,000/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 10 | CABINS 5 | CREW 6

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KELLY SEA

PHOTOGRAPHY: D&K PHOTOGRAPHY/DANA JINKINS

MAIN SALON

MASTER SUITE

AMENITIES 32’ Boston Whaler w/2 x 300 hp, Nautica 15’ Widebody w/90 hp Yamaha, 2x Sea through Kayaks,Water Skis,Wakeboard, Light Fishing Tackle, Snorkel Gear, Kaleidescape, Satellite TV, Nintendo Wii, Jacuzzi, Barbeque,Wet Bar, Sunpad, SAT Phone, Naiad Stabilizer.WiFi



BUILDER/YEAR: Westport/2006 CRUISING SPEED: 20

knots CABINS: 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Twin

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $45,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8 | CABINS 4 | CREW 4


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LADY SHARON GALE

AMENITIES Towed tender – Brand New 2010 – 38' Jupiter – Fully loaded, 18' inflatable tender, 2 Wave Runners, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, tubes, wakeboard, water skis


CRUISING SPEED: 15

BEAM: 24ft

CABINS: 1

DRAFT: 6ft

knots king, 1 queen, 2 doubles, 2 twins

BUILDER/YEAR: Broward/1999/10

WINTER CARIBBEAN/FLORIDA/BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $38,000 PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8/10 | CABINS 4 | CREW 4/5

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NEW MOON II

AMENITIES: 1 Novurania 18’ - 115HP , 1 Intrepid 32’ - 2x 300HP Yamaha (Available Fall/Winter Only), 1 waverunner, adult and child water skis , snorkeling gear, satellite television , CD player, DVD player, stereo system, BBQ Grill, swim platform, deck shower, Full-Time VSAT, WiFi, 2x VOIP Phone Lines, Fax Machine, SATCOM, Eliptical Machine, Jacuzzi on deck

SPECIFICATIONS: LENGTH: 112’

CRUISING SPEED: 21

knots CABINS: 1 king, 2 queen, 1 twin (Convertible)

BEAM: 23’9” DRAFT: 5’6” BUILDER/YEAR:

Westport/2004

WINTER FLORIDA/BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $42,500 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8 | CABINS 4 | CREW 4


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PANACHE

AMENITIES 17ft Boston Whaler, 2 x2 waverunners, 2 kayaks, snorkeling gear. Full and half-day charters, fishing, sunset cruises. Communications: Satcom, high speed internet.



BUILDER/YEAR: Broward/1991/2007 CRUISING SPEED: 12

knots

CABINS: 3

WINTER/SUMMER N. AMERICA–CA / MEX. WEST COAST | RATES FROM $35,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 6 | CABINS 3 | CREW 4

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INDEPENDENCE 2

AMENITIES 33' Ocean Master fully customized tender rigged for fishing, towable inner tube, snorkeling equipment, wakeboard, Brownie Third-Lung breathing apparatus, diving board, 3-person Wave Runner, 17' Novurania inflatable tender with Yamaha 115hp, water skis, kneeboard


BUILDER/YEAR: Broward/1993

BEAM: 23ft

CRUISING SPEED: 15

DRAFT: 6ft

CABINS: 1

knots king, 1 queen, 2 twins

WINTER FLORIDA/BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $36,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8/9 | CABINS 4 | CREW 4


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DIAMOND GIRL

AMENITIES: 30’ Wellcraft Scarab 2x 200 HP Johnson, 16’ Aquascan Jet Tender, (2) Bladefish circular underwater sea scooters, (1) 1-man kayak, (1) 2-man kayak, towable 3-man tube, kneeboard, inflatable swimming pool, inflatable floating chairs, snorkel equipment, fishing gear, Nintendo Wii and Wii Fit, Karaoke Machine, Jacuzzi on deck

SPECIFICATIONS: 103’ 23’6” DRAFT: 7’ LENGTH: BEAM:

19 knots CABINS: 2 king, 2 queen CRUISING SPEED:

BUILDER/YEAR: Johnson

Yachts/2007 WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER FLORIDA/BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $47,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8 | CABINS 4 | CREW 4

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BANYAN

AMENITIES: Seakeeper (Zero Speed) stabilizers, Naiad stabilizers, 17’ Nautica Catamaran w/115 hp, 3 x 2007 LP50 Vespa motor scooters, 4 x Dahon full-size bicycles, 2 x Clear bottom kayaks, 3M X95 Projector w/13’projector screen, 5 x Nuvico pan/tilt/zoom cameras, 3 x Seaport Technology underwater cameras, Cellular Wifi/Internet and fax, Guest computer and printer, Intercom/Cellular phone system, DirecTV Satellite system with 9 independent receivers, DVD and CD players throughout, Surround sound throughout, Bose acoustic noise canceling headphones in all guest cabins, DVD and CD library, 48 bottle wine chiller,Vision Fitness treadmill, Free weights,Yoga mats, Beach toys, Snorkel gear, 2 x underwater scooters, Water skis, Towable water toys, Fishing gear, Bar-b-que,


CRUISING SPEED: 15

21’ DRAFT: 6’6”

CABINS: 3

BEAM:

BUILDER/YEAR: Palmer

Johnson/

knots

1 king, 1 queen (w/Pullman), 1 twin (w/Pullman)

1980 (Refit 2010) WINTER CARIBBEAN/TURKS & CAICOS/BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $29,900 WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 6/8 | CREW 3


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ESSENCE

PHOTOGRAPHY: DALE REAGAN

SUNDECK

DINING SALON

AMENITIES 15’ Novarania Hard Bottom Inflatable, Kayak, Fishing Rods, Snorkeling Equipment, Water Skis, Wakeboard, Tow Tube, Portable Barbeque, Beach Umbrellas, Direct Satellite TV, DVD and Stereo throughout, 3G Internet, Book Library, Naiad Stabilizers.



BUILDER/YEAR: Broward/1999/Refit CRUISING SPEED: 14

knots CABINS: 1 King, 2 Queen

WINTER CARIBBEAN | SUMMER WEST MEDITERRANEAN | RATES FROM $32,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 6 | CABINS 3 | CREW 4

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2009

JUSTA VACATION

AMENITIES Fly bridge Jacuzzi, 15' wide body tender, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, wakeboard, kneeboard, tubes, water skis, assorted beach toys


BUILDER/YEAR: Azimut/2006

BEAM: 22ft

CRUISING SPEED: 22

DRAFT: 6ft

CABINS: 1

knots king, 1 queen, 2 twins

WINTER BAHAMAS | SUMMER BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $35,000 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 8 | CABINS 4 | CREW 3


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ALEXANDRA BEAR

AMENITIES: (1) 2 Person Sea-Doo RXP WaveRunner,16’ AB tender w/90HP 2-stroke Evinrude outboard, water skis, towable toys, snorkel gear, fishing gear, Plasma TV, BBQ on fly bridge, foredeck sunpad, fly bridge sunpad, WiFi, SATCOM, Cell Phone, Italian linens, Siberian goose down pillows


CRUISING SPEED: 15

BEAM: 20’4”

CABINS:

DRAFT: 5’3”

1 king, 1 queen, 1 double, 1 twin

BUILDER/YEAR:

Marlow/2004 (Refit 2008) WINTER BAHAMAS | SUMMER BAHAMAS | RATES FROM $27,500 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 7 | CABINS 4 | CREW 2/3

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knots

AQUARIUS

AMENITIES 14' Novurania with a 60hp Yamaha, Sunfish, glass bottom kayak, snorkel gear, fishing gear, towable tubes, wakeboard, assorted beach toys & games


6in

BUILDER/YEAR: Cheoy

Lee/2008 CRUISING SPEED: 18 knots CABINS: 1 king, 2 queen



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VICTORY

AMENITIES 14' Novurania, Wave Runner, snorkeling gear, fishing gear, towed toys


BUILDER/YEAR: Hatteras/2000

BEAM: 18ft

CRUISING SPEED: 18

DRAFT: 6ft

knots CABINS: 1 king, 2 queens,

WINTER CARIBBEAN/FLORIDA/BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $18,000 WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 6 | CABINS 3 | CREW 2

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VICTORIAN ROSE

AMENITIES Iridium phone, cell phone, internet/WiFi, computer, copier/printer/ scanner, A/V library, Sat TV, Plasma TV aft deck, flat screen TVs both staterooms and dinette area, XBox, 4 CD/DVD players, surround sound, iPod docking stations throughout, wet bar, 13' Novurania 325 Jet w/105 hp, snorkeling equipment, towable toys.



BUILDER/YEAR: Burger Yachts/1963/2008 CRUISING SPEED: 13 CABINS: 2

knots (1 queen, 1 twin)

WINTER FL/BAHAMAS | SUMMER NEW ENGLAND | RATES FROM $12,900 US/WEEK, PLUS EXPENSES | GUESTS 4 | CABINS 2 | CREW 2


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CARIBBEAN BAHAMAS-ABACOS/EXUMAS 104 GRENADA 100 ST. VINCENT AND THE GRENADINES 98 ST. BARTH’S 94 SINT MAARTEN 96 ANTIGUA 92 VIRGIN ISLANDS 102

FOR DETAILED MAPS PLEASE GO TO: WWW.YACHTSMAGAZINE.COM


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ANTIGUA

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ENGAGING ANTIGUA Antigua is a hub of yachting activity in the Leeward Islands. Megayachts and sailing yachts alike spend their winters at English Harbour, Falmouth Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard, which are home to a trio of marinas that are completely isolated from the bustle of cruise ship tourism. Nelson’s Dockyard, named for Royal Navy hero Horatio Nelson after it was established in the 1700s as a British outpost, is a fascinating destination in and of itself. Yacht charter itineraries can begin with a tour of the original stone buildings that once housed Nelson and his troops, but that today serve as charming shops, restaurants and hotels like The Admiral’s Inn. You can meander along walkways that have enticed sailors for centuries before stepping onto your private yacht and setting sail with every modern comfort. If a racing charter interests you, then the time to visit is late spring, when the island hosts Antigua Sailing Week. It is one of the largest regattas in the world, as well as an annual celebration of yachting in the Caribbean, with opportunities to charter as either a competitor or a spectator. Turn winches and hoist sails in your charter yacht’s class, or sip champagne while at anchor just beyond the race buoys. The choice is yours. For a more relaxing charter, look no further than Antigua’s 365 beaches, most of which are in protected harbors with soft white sand and shade-giving palm trees. A yacht charter itinerary for beach-lovers can include circumnavigating Antigua to enjoy different beaches each day.


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ST. BARTH’S

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GLAMOUR MEETS EDEN Gustavia Harbour on St. Barth’s is a legendary destination for megayachts, which converge on the island each New Year’s Eve for the ultimate yacht-hop extravaganza. No more than 60 yachts can fit at the quay, which, given the number of yachts available for Caribbean charters each winter, puts securing a berth on par with snagging a prime reservation at a top-rated Michelin restaurant.Yachts up to 200 feet long are welcome, creating a star-studded scene featuring many of the finest

me-

gayachts in the world. Many repeat charter clients book six months to a year in advance, knowing that the finest charter yachts for the occasion are always in utmost demand. Just steps away from Gustavia Harbour is one of the most luxurious shopping districts in the Caribbean. Fashionistas will find everything from Cartier creations to local designs, with “island chic” versions of clothing, handbags, shoes, jewelry and more. Where else in the world can you sample diamond watches and necklaces while wearing a bikini top and silk sarong? You may don your glamorous finds a short taxi ride away at St. Jean Beach, one of 14 sandy stretches on St. Barth’s. St. Jean Beach is home to the Eden Rock Hotel, where a canvas-covered restaurant turns the impossibly blue sea views into walls with endless horizons. Dine barefoot on gourmet snacks before an afternoon of sunbathing and swimming. After the sun sets, enjoy the nightlife onshore or return to your charter yacht for a private evening of dining.Take your after-dinner drinks up to the sun deck for a bird’s-eye view of the beautiful people out and about on the quay.


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ST. MAARTEN

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TWO ISLANDS IN ONE Sint Maarten is the wintertime home to many of the world’s most impressive megayachts. The well-established Simpson Bay marinas are less than a 15-minute drive from the international airport, which is so close to the island’s beaches that you can stand on the sand and have jet airplanes approach the runway just a few hundred feet above your head. Many yacht charter guests begin or end their itineraries at beach bars, toasting each incoming flight with a freshly made rum punch, as if at a private air show. The spelling Sint Maarten refers to the Dutch side of the island, where Simpson Bay is located. Itineraries can also include St. Martin, which is the spelling used to delineate the island’s French side. Both sides, like their mother countries, have personalities of their own. All the while, both areas offer a good variety of snorkeling, swimming and scuba diving sites, as well as opportunities for fishing, kite surfing, water skiing and more. On the Dutch side of the island, you will find beaches, discotheques and casinos filled with fun-loving tourists well into the wee hours. On the French side of the island, look for nude beaches and gourmet restaurants that specialize in everything from traditional French cuisine to Caribbean fusion. Shopping is available on both sides of the island, as are sandy white beaches with stunning views of the turquoise waters.


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ST. VINCENT & THE GRENADINES

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EASY-GOING CARIBBEAN St. Vincent and the Grenadines comprise the majority of the Windward Islands cruising region in the Caribbean. The archipelago stretches from north to south like a string of pearls pulled end-to-end, with each island offering unique experiences on shore. Bequia is a paradise of white sand beaches, charming restaurants and boutique shopping. Walk from the marina into town for a look at the wares being crafted by locals, or wander along the purpose-built promenade that lines the main harbor with unobstructed views of the sea. The ambiance is decidedly quieter on Mustique, where many visitors stay in private homes as opposed to large-scale hotels. A small town near the main harbor offers a few boutiques and gourJOH N AN DERSON

met dining, but the manmade structures quickly give way to the island in its natural state. Groves of palm trees alternate with stretches of green grass that are a favorite location for horseback riding. Watersports enthusiasts will particularly enjoy the Tobago Cays, a five-island stretch that is a national park and wildlife preserve. Leap from your charter yacht’s swim platform into crystalclear waters, or ride a few minutes in your yacht’s dinghy to snorkel with turtles that call the preserve home. At sunset, tender ashore to a grilled-lobster beach barbecue complete with white tablecloths and glowing candles atop picnic tables at the water’s edge. Sip your favorite wines brought ashore from your charter yacht during a walk in the moonlight with the surf lapping across your toes.


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GRENADA

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A TASTE OF ISLAND LIFE Grenada has experienced a recent influx of luxury marina development near the capital of St. George’s, where the city—a visage of villas and shops painted in pastel yellows, pinks and whites— climbs upward from the aquamarine harbor in the style of the French Riviera. Cruising into St. George’s Harbour is an experience unto itself, with the sprawling blues of the Caribbean Sea giving way to the bustle and hum of civilized island life. Experiences within nature are a hallmark of any yacht charter on Grenada. The island’s interior includes a tropical rain forest where guided hiking tours lead you to St. Margaret’s Falls. A series of waterfalls cascade into irresistible fresh-water swimming holes. Cool off with a swim in the natural pools before returning to the wooded trails and their stunning views. If natural foods are more your style, then a visit to the Grenada Chocolate Company is in order. Watch as the locals bring freshly grown cocoa to the open-air factory for processing. The traditional methods they use have attracted world-famous chocolatiers from Belgium to buy their primary ingredient here. The beans fermenting in wooden stalls give off a whiff of alcohol. Like the women who have worked here for decades, you can “turn the beans” by walking barefoot through them. Organic dark chocolate bars from the boutique make great take-home souvenirs. Of course, Grenada also offers sandy beaches, memorable snorkeling and plenty of secluded bays. Any yacht charter itinerary can alternate experiences on shore with relaxation at anchor.


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The British Virgin Islands are an ideal yachting destination for anyone on charter for

Yacht charter took an upscale turn in the US Virgin Islands with the opening of Yacht

the first time.The islands themselves are close together, which means short, protected

Haven Grande, a gated megayacht marina and shopping complex within walking dis-

passages instead of longer, at-sea cruising. Each of the islands in this region offers

tance of St. Thomas’ capital city, Charlotte Amalie. Start and end your charter just steps

secluded bays that provide for calm conditions during passing weather. And, perhaps

away from newly built luxury shops, restaurants and traditional boutiques that sell duty-

most important, each of the islands offers unique and memorable experiences for

free jewelry and other souvenirs. Stroll along streets made from cobblestones once

guests of all ages.

used as ballast in transatlantic exploration ships. Peek in and out of brick buildings that

On Virgin Gorda, anchor within dinghy distance of the world-famous Bitter End Yacht Club. Enjoy cocktails or dinner at one of the club’s several restaurants, or a swim

once warehoused barrels of rum and spices bound for Europe and now harbor touristfriendly shops and boutiques.

at the beach or the club’s pool. On Jost Van Dyke, walk a few steps from the bay into

Just four miles to the east and within easy cruising distance of St. Thomas is the

the beachfront shopping and bar district. Stop at Foxy’s for music and spicy island

island of St. John, an enclave of natural beauty that is accessible only by ferry or private

cocktails. Or pull up a chair at Pusser’s in Soper’s Hole on Tortola, where the rum-

yacht. What St. Thomas is to island civilization, St. John is to nature and wildlife. More

laced Painkillers live up to their name.

than half of the island is protected as part of Virgin Islands National Park, which of-

Throughout the British Virgin Islands, countless reefs and harbors make swimming

fers hiking trails, snorkeling trails and sandy white beaches that stretch on seemingly

and snorkeling, even for beginners, especially fun. Look for colorful parrotfish amid the

forever. A yacht charter itinerary can include several days of cruising around St. John,

fan coral, or simply soak in the warm surf as it laps against a sandy beach.

with visits to different beaches and trails each day.


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FROM IN TO OUTER ISLANDS The Exumas are the archipelago that extend south from Nassau, which is the capital

but from charter guests of all ages.

of the Bahamas on New Providence island. Several luxury marinas are within a short

In the northern section of the Bahamas, are the Abacos where small fishing boats

ride of Nassau’s international airport, including the marina at Atlantis, which also

and privately chartered yachts dot the harbors.This archipelago is the epitome of island

offers water slides, international-quality restaurants and a full-service casino. Meet

life. Many residents have golf carts instead of cars, and tourists can quickly get on a first-

your charter yacht there or at a quieter megayacht enclave such as the recently

name basis with local shop owners and bartenders.

built Albany Marina. After a few hours or a few days of relaxing and settling into the

The regional airport at Marsh Harbour provides easy access to chartered yachts,

Bahamas pace of life, set a course away from civilization and into the natural beauty

which can then depart for nearby islands including Man-o-War and Elbow cays. Sandy

of the Exumas.

beaches and aquamarine waters lie virtually everywhere in between, with countless

In many harbors along the Exumas chain, your charter yacht is likely to have sandy

opportunities for snorkeling, swimming and scuba diving. Serious fishing is an option,

white beaches all to itself. You can stumble upon local shacks serving tasty conch chow-

too, with your charter yacht’s crew ready to go at dawn if you want to awake early one

der and spicy conch fritters, or stick to the sea for mesmerizing views of coral reefs

morning and fight some photo-worthy fish.

in shallow waters. Swimmers, snorkelers and scuba divers alike will enjoy expansive underwater visibility in some of the clearest waters on Earth.

A visit to the Abacos is not complete without a stop at Hope Town, whose red-andwhite-striped lighthouse has been guiding boaters since the 1860s. It is one of only a

Be sure to schedule a stop at Allan Cay, where iguanas love to be fed en masse.

handful of manually operated, kerosene-fueled lighthouses in the world. After an hour

Also a must-see is Big Major island, which is nicknamed “Hog Island” because of its

or two of exploring the lighthouse and learning its history, venture on foot into town to

most famous resident, Emily the pig. As your tender approaches the sandy beach, Emily

browse the boutiques and restaurants. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a rental golf cart

swims into the surf to meet you—and to demand sliced carrots that your yacht’s crew

to the island’s outskirts for a self-guided tour of the magnificent homes that line quiet

will have at the ready. The experience elicits squeals of delight, not from Emily herself,

streets along private, sandy beaches.


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BEAUX ARTS BY THE SEA A handful of ports in the Western Mediterranean act as magnets for the world’s largest and most impressive charter yachts. Monaco is foremost among them. Like Antibes and Saint-Tropez, Monaco is a center of glitterati and paparazzi. Hollywood stars, business titans and royal families alike converge here each summer to bask in the sunshine as well as the aura of importance. The premier time to charter a yacht in Monaco is during the Grand Prix in May, when the local streets transform into one of the world’s most renowned Formula One racetracks. The largest charter yachts offer private, unobstructed views of the race from their sun decks in the harbor, with high-definition televisions tuned to the celebrations ashore. Enjoy gourmet meals prepared by your charter yacht’s chef while other spectators wait in line for tables at restaurants in town. Celebrate race-day winners while lounging in your yacht’s hot tub instead of having to nudge your way through the crowds in the streets. Beyond Grand Prix week, Monaco offers summer-long luxury shopping, dining and gambling. Everyday dress on this city’s streets is elegant, with diamonds and stiletto heels worn for trips to the local bread shops. The Monte-Carlo Casino is a grand Beaux Arts structure designed by the same architect who penned the Paris opera, and is worth a visit for a look at its elegance alone. You may enjoy imagining that you’re visiting the casino alongside its most famous pop-culture visitor: superspy 007 James Bond.


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MUST SEE AND BE SEEN The South of France is the world’s most popular yacht charter region. The largest, most significant charter yachts call this region home from May through October, serving as much as a scenic backdrop as the historic cities and mountainous landscapes on shore. Locals know many of the megayachts by name, just as residents of London and Manhattan know important buildings by their façades. At the same time, global yacht-spotters are frequently seen with long-lens cameras in hand, striving for photographs of the newest and most impressive launches into the global yachting scene. Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Antibes, Nice and Villefranche are popular ports along any South of France yacht charter itinerary. Each offers historic buildings, open-air markets, fine dining, exquisite shopping, sandy beaches, thumping discotheques and more. You can stroll through the old town centers with their crooked, cobblestone alleyways and tiny, renovated shops, or indulge in the most elegant of modern boutiques and eateries. From dawn until, well, the next dawn, the South of France is alive with all kinds of activity. July and August are the prime months for yacht charter here, known as the “high season” when many charter yachts command premium rates. If you are interested in chartering an important new launch or a well-respected megayacht, consider booking at least six months in advance. Some of the most popular luxury yachts in this region are booked as much as a year in advance, with repeat clients wanting to ensure their level of prestige on the cruising scene.


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THE ITALIAN RIVIERA Cinque Terre means “The Five Lands” and comprises five villages along Italy’s northwestern coast. Footpaths and boats are the primary sources of transportation among the villages, whose steep mountainsides climb out of the Mediterranean Sea in an impressive display of grandeur. Begin your yacht charter itinerary to the north, in the easily accessible city of Genoa, and then cruise south to explore the charm within each of the Cinque Terre’s villages. Stop by the bread shops when fresh rolls come out of the oven just after sunrise, or sip a midday espresso at a waterfront café. Marvel at the views of colorful villages that have grown up and around sheltered harbors carved into the coast. Also in this region are the towns of Santa Margherita and Portofino, which offer yet more beautiful harbors to explore. Cruising into Portofino, in particular, is a yachting experience not to be missed. Only three or four megayachts can fit in Portofino’s harbor at any given time, making the charter guests on board feel luckier than any winner at the Monte-Carlo Casino. Add a bit of history to your itinerary in the Cinque Terre region with a visit to the island of Elba, which lies just offshore in the Tuscan archipelago. Elba is where Napoleon was exiled for nearly a year in the early 1800s. Walk along the stone walls that once housed him and the several hundred troops who stayed with him, looking out at the sea views that have changed little in the two centuries since.


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LUXURIOUS AUTHENTICITY The Amalfi Coast is an enclave of wealth and prestige tucked along Italy’s southwestern coast, within cruising distance of Naples. Begin your yacht charter vacation in the city where pizza was born and where the historic city center is still the largest in all of Europe—perfect for exploring Neapolitan architecture and cuisine alike. Take another day to explore the nearby ruins of Pompeii, a Roman city that was destroyed in the two-day eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. and remained buried beneath ash for the next 1,500 years. Your yacht charter can include pre-arranged, privately guided tours apart from the regular crowds. When you have had your fill of cities past and present, your charter yacht captain will set a course for the picturesque towns of the Amalfi Coast. Many of the towns are former fishing villages that evolved into modern-day tourism hubs, retaining their authentic charm while adding fine dining, boutique shopping and charming cafés. Get lost for a few hours on the old stone streets, peeking down narrow alleyways where generations-old family shops sell everything from olive tapenade to wooden cutting boards. Your yacht will dock or anchor alongside traditional working boats, many of them built of wood and painted by hand. Charter immerses you in the seaside culture of the Amalfi Coast, all the while ensuring that you have every creature comfort imaginable.


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A HISTORIC MELTING POT Corsica is a French island that is actually closer to the western coast of Italy than to the southern coast of France. It can be part of a yacht charter itinerary beginning in the South of France, in the Cinque Terre, in the Amalfi Coast or on the island of Sardinia—or Corsica can become a destination unto itself with a circumnavigation of the island. No matter which way you choose to explore Corsica, expect to discover historic cities, picturesque harbors and charming villages filled with authentic boutiques and family-run restaurants. Calvi is one city that is wonderful to visit by way of charter yacht. The locals will tell you that this is where the explorer Christopher Columbus was born—as evidence, they will show you his bust mounted within one of the old city walls. Whether or not the legend is true, it helps to explain the affection that Corsicans feel toward the Italian city of Genoa. The two cultures blend here in a mix of food and architecture that feels immensely authentic in broad Mediterranean style. Also a must-visit city is Bonifacio, whose stone buildings stand like sentries atop centuries-old cliff sides. Your charter yacht will cruise past this incredible façade and into the channel that leads to the town itself, where marinas teeming with local boats and shops line the entrance on both sides. Once your yacht is tied to the dock, you can step ashore for a tour of the old city atop the cliff, where even the cemetery is fascinating thanks to its majestic mausoleums.


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SEDUCTIVE COSTA SMERALDA Sardinia is an Italian island that lies south of Corsica and north of Sicily, due west of Naples on Italy’s mainland. A yacht charter itinerary can include Sardinia alone, or can pair a visit to this island with destinations on Corsica. Many charter clients enjoy touring Sardinia before cruising to Corsica’s historic southern city of Bonifacio, which lies just across the Strait of Bonifacio that separates the two isles. On Sardinia, you will find modern-day culture alongside historic ruins, traditional architecture and glamorous beach towns. A yacht charter here can truly be whatever you want it to be, depending on your personal interests. Sun-worshipers will especially enjoy Sardinia’s Emerald Coast, also known as the Costa Smeralda. Here, endless stretches of white, sandy beaches sit beneath spectacular, mountainous landscapes that tower above the protected aquamarine waters. Luxury golf, polo fields, private jet and helicopter service, and world-class dining are all available on shore.The high level of service and substantive display of wealth lure many of the world’s most impressive megayachts, including those available for charter each summer. If your yacht charter is during the month of September, consider a few days of sailing or spectating at the Sardinia Cup regatta. Teams representing multiple nations are usually on hand to compete, with top-notch sailors going nose-to-nose around the markers at top speeds. The regatta’s host is the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda, a gateway to the city of Porto Cervo, where the luxury marina includes a village center with shopping.


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UNRULY BEAUTY The Italian island of Sicily is the largest in the Mediterranean Sea. Yacht charter itineraries here typically are circumnavigations, since the island stands apart geographically from other regional islands such as Corsica and Sardinia. Volcanoes make Sicily memorable as a unique charter destination. One of the must-visit sites on Sicily is Mount Etna, which is the largest active volcano in all of Europe. Reaching more than 10,000 feet above sea level, Mount Etna is the tallest mountain in Italy south of the Alps. It is almost constantly erupting, creating a fertile layer of volcanic soil that supports spectacular orchards and vineyards providing the local restaurants on shore with fresh produce. Your yacht charter itinerary can also include a short cruise from Sicily to the Aeolian Islands, which are just north of Sicily. These islands include Stromboli, which also boasts an active volcano. Minor eruptions occur almost constantly and are easily visible from the safety of your charter yacht’s sun deck. Sit in the hot tub after sunset and sip a fine Italian Barolo or Brunello while you watch nature’s fireworks display in the distance. After the show, retire to a dinner of chicken or veal Marsala prepared by your yacht’s chef with locally grown and bottled Marsala wine.


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PRISTINE MEDITERRANEAN Croatia yacht charters can begin in the coastal city of Dubrovnik or across the Adriatic Sea in Venice, Italy. Either metropolitan area offers a chance to explore historic buildings, churches and alleyways before setting course for the Croatian islands—a minimally developed archipelago that many yacht captains call “the Mediterranean as it once was” in comparison to the bustling South of France. The Croatian islands are a destination where you can truly escape and be free from paparazzi, artificial light and the din of civilization. Aboard faster charter yachts, the Croatian isles can be reached from Venice in a matter of a few hours. The islands of Croatia—and there are more than a thousand of them—stretch in a north-to-south line along the nation’s western boundary. Most of the islands are small and uninhabited, which makes them perfect for exploring by way of your charter yacht’s tender. Go ashore to look for shells, take a swim or enjoy a beach barbecue in harbors where you are truly alone with nature. Enjoy crystal-clear waters that have yet to be spoiled by over-fishing or pollution, and that are welcoming and warm well into the autumn months. Snorkel from your charter yacht’s swim platform directly above pristine underwater formations. Among the islands where civilization has landed, you can find national parks and shops selling locally made sheep’s cheese and lace. However, you need not cruise far to find unspoiled vistas. For instance, the Elaphite chain, which is close to Dubrovnik, is automobile-free. Explore the beaches and trails by day before visiting the handful of luxury resorts at night, or return to your charter yacht for private, five-star service as you cruise with mesmerizing views to the next set of isles along the coast.


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REVISIT THE GREEK CLASSICS The Aegean Islands are the closest archipelago to the Greek capital of Athens, making a land-based tour of the historic city an option at either the beginning or the end of your yacht charter itinerary. Explore the Parthenon and Ancient Agora before embarking at the marina of Piraeus, which is within easy cruising distance of the Aegean archipelago. Ancient ruins are available for exploring on many of the islands, only without the long lines and waits that accompany more famous sites in Athens. On Aegina, for instance, a beautifully preserved temple awaits. With no more than a handful of people at a time, you may approach the standing columns and marble steps just as the sandal-footed worshipers did centuries ago. The Aegean island of Hydra offers one of the most picturesque harbors in the whole of the Eastern Mediterranean, with just a handful of spots at the quay for megayachts to tie up. Watch with an eagle-eye view from the sun deck as the captain and crew maneuver your charter yacht into the bustling harbor, with traditional fishing boats zipping to and fro. Step off the yacht’s passerelle and meander the narrow alleyways where donkeys and mules replace cars as the source of transportation. Stop for a feta and tomato salad in a local café, sip on a shot glass filled with the local favorite known as ouzo, or climb the seemingly endless stone steps that lead high above the marina for a spectacular view of the sunset.


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MEDIEVAL GREECE Greece’s Dodecanese archipelago is far to the east. The Dodecanese, because of their location, are less traveled by charter yachts than the Aegean chain near Athens, yet they offer a lovely mixture of civilization and natural highlights. Rhodes is the most famous of the Dodecanese islands, with a walled city that dates to Medieval times. It is one of the best preserved of its genre in the world and inspires visitors to look up in awe, as if gazing at skyscrapers. Entering the walled city of Rhodes feels like stepping into a time capsule where it is easy to imagine drawbridges, kings and heroines. The uneven stone walkways feel ancient beneath your feet as you make your way into what once was the town square, and what today is a shopping mecca full of trinkets, jewelry and other souvenirs. For a quieter experience in the Dodecanese, your charter yacht can set course to the island of Symi. Its harbor is one of the most picturesque in all of the Greek isles, with the reflections from yellow, orange and pink villas creating a rippling path through which your charter yacht can slowly motor to the quay. Pay a visit to St. Michael’s Monastery, named for the patron saint of sailors in the region. The onsite museum includes countless bottles filled with written prayers that were tossed off of boats and that floated by way of the tides to the monastery’s doorstep.


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A CRUISE THROUGH HISTORY The Southwestern coast of Turkey between the cities of Bodrum and Goçek is the nation’s primary yacht charter region. This rugged stretch of coastline is so close to Greece’s Dodecanese Islands that they are often visible without the use of binoculars. Modern megayachts ply the waters alongside Turkey’s traditional gulets, which are motorsailing yachts noted for their leisurely speeds and comfortable stability. Like neighboring Greece,Turkey offers a wealth of ancient sites to explore, traditions to learn and culture to enjoy. In the port cities such as Marmaris, cafés and restaurants are just steps away from the marinas. Continue into the center of each town to find its bazaar, which bustles with activity from noon until well after dinnertime. Haggling is practically a national sport, with everything from hand-loomed rugs to handcrafted leather goods offered for sale. Many shopkeepers will offer you a hot or chilled cup of apple tea to whet your appetite for a sizable purchase. Other port cities are historic echoes of their former selves, with the ruins of ancient buildings and amphitheaters pushing right up against the shore. In Knidos, for instance, your charter yacht can anchor within swimming distance of an amphitheater that served as the center of city culture many centuries ago. Climb to the top and take a seat on the crumbling stone slabs as you imagine the voices of playwrights and singers carrying across the stage to the sea. In the near distance, you will see your charter yacht, much as seagoing sailors of ancient times saw their own boats in the same harbor.


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A DIFFERENT TAKE ON STAYCATIONS New England in many ways is the birthplace of boating in America, as well as America itself, and a natural for leisurely summer cruising. Diverse and authentically charming, the region offers a taste of big city life one day and Norman Rockwell’s Small Town America the next. Dock within feet of Boston’s historic Faneuil Hall and enjoy everything Boston has to offer, including the perfectly named Museum of Fine Arts and restaurants offering everything from haute cuisine to broiled lobster with slaw and fries. Moor off Martha’s Vineyard the next day for a complete change of pace. Walk through towns teeming with people and shops or walk lovely beaches and cast a line for fishing, filling your lungs with invigorating salty air in Nantucket. Enjoy authentic New England architecture in Block Island and historic mansions in Newport. Southern New England alone is a colorful and diverse palette. But venture further north to Maine, captured in Andrew Wyeth’s watercolors, to discover more dramatic coastline, charming villages and wind-swept islands. Art. Architecture. Beaches. Cliffs. Golf. History. Museums. Shopping. Whale watching. It’s all on the menu from Rhode Island to Maine.


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GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE If you are in the mood to venture further afield, know it is possible to find private yachts available for charter in nearly every remote area of the world. Yachts today more often than not, have long range cruising capabilities and while the majority of yacht charters take place in New England, the Mediterranean, and the Caribbean, there are most definitely yachts available for charter in far flung exotic places (warm or cold in the southern or northern hemisphere). Ask your broker who is cruising off the beaten path this season.

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