Here’s an opportunity to stretch a week-long vacation into a 10 night escape without paying one extra penny.
PALMER JOHNSON YACHT
The 137′ Palmer Johnson motor yacht SYRENKA is offering 10 days for the price of 7, from now through the end of April, 2012 in the Caribbean.
RATE
The weekly rate is $85,000 plus running expenses.
LADY JENN
Launched as motor yacht LADY JENN in 1984, the yacht’s new owner just completed a major refit and the four-deck, 137-foot Palmer Johnson, now named motor yacht SYRENKA looks better than new.
INTERIOR
This extremely popular luxury yacht charter vessel is now appointed with a refreshingly comfortable new interior. For instance, supple leathers, and Ralph Lauren soft furnishings in shades of blue, white, ivory, and brown.
ENHANCEMENTS
She has many other enhancements. Additionally, extra-wide passageways, an elevator, and wheelchair accessibility exist on three decks. A wheelchair is also available onboard.
DINING SALON
On the main deck, an inviting conversation area leads forward to the dining salon with seating for ten guests at an oval table.
SKYLOUNGE
One deck up, the spacious sky lounge serves as the yacht’s central gathering spot. The 50” flat panel TV in the lounge is surrounded by a large, circular settee with seating for 10, with additional seating in the aft ringed by oversized viewing windows. Sliding glass doors open to the guest deck with shaded settees and another large table for all’aperto (outdoor) dining.
TOP DECK
On top level serves as the sun deck, and comprises two large areas, both of which can be shaded by a rollout awning. One area is fitted with a semicircular settee and table – perfect for cocktails or breakfast.
SEATING AREA
The second seating area offers four lounge chairs, two large wicker chairs, a wet bar, and grill.
ACCOMMODATIONS
MASTER
The full-beam master suite, located on the main deck, is tastefully appointed in a medley of fine woods and natural fabrics and includes an oversized ensuite bathroom.
DOUBLE CABIN
Adjacent to the master suite is a smaller cabin with a small double bed.
VIP AND OTHER STATEROOMS
Four additional ensuite staterooms are located on the lower deck: a VIP suite with queen bed, two additional queen staterooms, and one twin-bedded stateroom.
RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT
Ready for fun on your yacht charter? Additional toys include a 17’ Novurania tender for transporting guests, and a golf cart for shoreside explorations.
The Greek Coast Guard reports motor yacht YOGI sank. She is a 62 meter Mediterranean yacht charter vessel. When she sank, she was cruising off the coast of Greece. No one was injured. All crew rescued.
PROTEKSAN TURQUOISE
Built less than a year ago in Turkey by Proteksan Turquoise, motor yachtYOGI was reported to be in trouble Friday morning in the area between the islands of Skyros and Psara, 19 nautical miles off the coast.
WHAT CAUSED THE YACHT TO SINK?
A “mechanical failure” is blamed for the incident. It occurred in strong seas and Force 8 winds. There were no reports of injuries as all 8 French crewmembers were rescued by three Greek Coast Guard helicopters, supported by a frigate from the Hellenic Navy. The crew was transferred to Skyros Health Center as a precautionary measure.
WARRANTY WORK
Motoryacht YOGI had just completed warranty work in Turkey, and was en route to her berth in the south of France. Capt. Jean Louis Carrel told Greek authorities that although the weather was rough, he believed the sinking was due to a mechanical failure with the exhaust system.
BUILDER SPEAKS
On Saturday, Mehmet Karabeyoglu, head of Proteksan Turquoise, the yacht’s builder, commented.
“What I find surprising is that [from] the first mayday call to the boat sinking was nearly seven hours. They had power as you can see lights on [in the photos and video shot by the Hellenic rescue team].”
Ask whether any warranty work was done on the engines or exhaust systems, Karabeyoglu said,
“She was just repainted, but we did no work in the engine room as it was perfect. No mechanical work other than routine service of the Cat engines. Perhaps they took bad fuel when they refueled in Istanbul.”
YACHT DETAILS
Proteksan Turquoise yacht YOGI was built in 2011 to ABS +A1, +AMS standards and was classed as Commercial Yachting Service (E). Her stunning profile and interior was designed by Jean Guy Verges, who has designed six other builds by the Turkish-based yard. This was the second of three superyacht vessels delivered by Proteksan in 2011.
OTHER YACHTS BY PROTEKSAN TURQUOISE
Other yachts offered for charter by this builder are motor yacht BARAKA and motoryachtSEQUEL P.
1-800 YACHT CHARTER LEARNS FACTS
Editor’s note. In conclusion, 1-800 Yacht Charters’ sources learned today that a purchase offer had been made just days before the incident and had been expected to be presented to the owner…
Finding convenient flights can be a real challenge. This is especially challenging when planning a Caribbean yacht charter. Fortunately, one megayacht owner had decided to do something about it.
THE DEAL
The special is for any 10-night or longer charter completed before April 15, 2012. The 161’ Trinity motor yacht ANJILIS will provide, get this. Complimentary roundtrip flights on a mid-size Hawker jet. Flight is good either to the Caribbean or the Bahamas. It travels from any airport of your choice along the U.S east coast. Getting to the islands has never been any easier…
ANJILIS yacht charter
MOTORYACHT ANJILIS
Motor yacht ANJILIS (2009) features Art Deco-inspired architectural elements. Her interior has exotic woods, custom marquetry, and stone inlays.
ACCOMMODATIONS
The vessel accommodates up to eleven guests. There are modern, ensuite staterooms, each outfitted with custom Italian linens and amenities. She has a full width main deck master stateroom. It is complete with a private study. This room is especially elegant. For instance, it has hand-tufted wool and silk carpets. There are state-of-the-art electronics and entertainment systems throughout the yacht. The vessel also has Wi-Fi, Creston wireless touchscreen remotes, and a Kaleidescape movie and music library system.
AMENITIES
Other amenities for a perfect yachting holiday include spacious outdoor areas for al fresco or formal entertaining; aqua toys from kayaks to dive gear; and a unique sit-down bar in the main salon surrounding an electronic organ.
EXTERIOR
Outdoor entertainment areas include a bar and day head on the sun deck, as well as private outdoor dining for the entire charter party on aft upper deck, and outdoor dining and bar on aft main deck. For those rare, chilly evenings, both the outdoor aft upper deck and aft main deck are heated with radiant ceiling panels. On the more common warm, spring nights, the aft main deck can be cooled with external air-conditioning.
SOUND SYSTEMS
A Creston wireless audio/visual system and the computerized Kaleidescape music and movie servers are accessible through DVD players in all cabins and salons. Satellite TV and iPOD docking stations are located throughout this superyacht, with surround sound and Blu-Ray disc players in the salons and Owner’s suite. For children of all ages, a Karaoke and Sony Playstation 3 game console can be enjoyed in the Twin stateroom.
TELEVISIONS IN ABUNDANCE
The numerous televisions onboard include: Main salon: 71” TV & 7.1 surround sound, Skylounge: 60” TV & 7.1 surround sound, Sundeck: 32” TV, Aft Skylounge Deck: 42” TV, Aft Main deck: 42” TV in motorized drop down ceiling enclosure, Owners Stateroom: 42” TV & 7.1 Surround Sound & 32” TV in Lounge, Owners Baths: 20” TV each, Owners Office: 20” TV/ computer monitor, Guest staterooms (4) total: 32” TV in each.
STAY IN TOUCH WITH THE OFFICE
Staying in touch with the home office is often important for corporate charter guests. Onboard communication systems include: VSAT for broadband internet and VOIP (Seatel 4006); BGAN F55 for broadband internet and Satellite telephone and fax; wired and wireless networks throughout; cellular telephone (GSM networks); VHF radios with DSC; MF/HF radio with DSC; and Sat-C mobile earth station.
CHARTER RATE
With accommodations for 10 to 11 guests, Trinity built yacht ANJILIS is available for hire at $235,000 per week, plus running expenses.
Discounts available for the remainder of the winter Caribbean yacht charter season. Two megayachts will forego regular a la carte charter pricing to offer all-inclusive rates.
GLAZE AND BLISS
Motor yacht GLAZE and sail yacht BLISS have each set a flat weekly rate for charters taking place in the warm waters of the Caribbean from now until the end of April, 2012.
TYPICAL RATE STRUCTURE FOR YACHTS
Typically, megayachts charge a base rate for the actual rental of the yacht. They then charge extra for all running expenses. Running expenses are specifically, food, fuel, dockage, bar, etc.
ALL-INCLUSIVE RATE STRUCTURE
The all-inclusive rates include many things. For instance, three meals per day, normal bar and table wines, and generator fuel. In additional, main engine fuel for an average of 3 hours of cruising per day, ship’s laundry, airport transit fees, and dockage fees for the first and last nights are included. Great savings!
ADDITIONAL CHARGES
Only special requests result in extra charges. For instance, vintage wines, champagnes, use of cellular phones, etc.
MOTORYACHT GLAZE
Launched in 2007, Trinity yachtGLAZE (ex motor yacht LADY MICHELLE) is 161 feet long and offers accommodations for 10 to 12 guests. Features include a panoramic sky lounge, vast sundeck with an enormous sun pad, Jacuzzi tub on deck, and a wet-bar and grill for dining al fresco.
SAILBOAT BLISS
At 121 feet, sail yacht BLISS features the comforts of a motoryacht and the spirit of a wind-powered sailboat. Built in 2009, this sailing megayacht offers flexible and luxurious accommodation in three ensuite cabins, two of which can be configured as doubles or twins. Four additional Pullman berths allow her to accommodate up to 10 guests in total, making her a perfect choice for families.
NEW ALL-INCLUSIVE RATES
In conclusion, motoryacht GLAZE will offer an all-inclusive rate of $210,000 per week. while similarly , sailing yacht BLISS will be priced at $98,000 per week.
American superyacht builder, Trinity Yachts has launched their first yacht of 2012, the 49.90 meter motor yacht TSUMAT. The yacht features an interior by Dutch designer René van der Velden.
OTHER TRINITY YACHTS
Similar in looks to Trinity yacht charter stalwart, motor yacht WHEELS, M/Y TSUMAT offers accommodations for 10 to 12 guests. The master stateroom is positioned on the main deck, with 4 guests cabins located on the lower deck, and a convertible sixth cabin on the bridge deck.
ABOUT TSUMAT
The yacht has twin 2250 hp Caterpillar 3512B engines. She features a signature oversized Trinity swim platform. It is large enough to store two waverunners. In addition, on the Sun Deck, ten or twelve guests fit into the large Jacuzzi tub. Comfortable sun pads surround the tub. It has an adjoining bar. Aft of the hot tub is space for additional furniture.
DECKS
Below on the bridge deck, there is a sky lounge with bar and plenty of seating for entertainment. Down on the main deck, there is symmetrically-styled seating in the main saloon. Forward of this area is the formal dining room providing seating for up to twelve.
CONSIDERING A TRINITY?
Other yachts launched by this builder and currently available for hire include motoryacht CARPE DIEM, motor yacht SKYFALL, and the yacht MINE GAMES featuring a mini submarine.
Fans of the Trinity line of luxury yachts are hopeful to see this new yacht enter the charter market by summer, 2012.
The new Louis Vuitton spring 2012 collection urges customers to, “Embrace the spirit of travel,” and 1-800 Yacht Charters is here to help you embark on that journey – in style. Above all, you have arrived.
FREE TRAVEL BAG
Now through April 30, book a 7-night Mediterranean yacht charter onboard the 27 meter motor yacht COCA VI and receive a free LV Travel Bag* – courtesy of COCA VI and 1-800 Yacht Charters.
Coca VI Superyacht
LOUIS V.
The name Louis Vuitton is synonymous with style, craftsmanship, and luxury travel. Arno Leopard motor yacht COCA VI exemplifies those same high standards.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Launched in 2000 and refit in 2008, Motoryacht COCA VI is in spotless condition. She has to be seen to be believed. She offers accommodations for six guests in three staterooms, a Jacuzzi tub on the sun deck, and a spacious master suite.
RATE
Based in Antibes, France, along the famous Côte d’Azur, her weekly rate is € 35,000.00 plus all running expenses.
There is an old idiom. “You can’t keep a good man down.” This applies to a 45 meter superyacht with a penchant for adventure. Just 15 months after her launch, motor yacht BIG FISH is now on her second trans-Atlantic crossing and nearing 50,000 nautical miles on her own bottom. On her maiden voyage she crossed the Pacific Ocean, transited the Panama Canal twice, chartered inAntarctica, and cruised extensively inJapan, Tahiti, the Galapagos Islands, the Amazon, Sweden, Norway, and theCaribbean.
POPULAR CHARTERYACHT
In the process, mega yachtBIG FISHhas booked more than $2,500,000 inluxury yacht charterrevenue.
BIG FISH
This 45-meter ocean explorer was built in 2010 for an owner who wanted a yacht that could to travel to remote parts of the world, but which also had a contemporary, open style with floor-to-ceiling windows. Designed by Greg Marshall and built at the McMullen & Wing yard in Auckland, New Zealand, this modern-day explorer is loaded with enough aquasports gear to turn the head of any action adventurer.
WATERTOYS
BIG FISH carries SCUBA and fishing gear. She also carries lots of water toys. For instance,
26 foot custom-built tender with a 200 mile range
Sailing dinghies – 2
2 wake boards
Ocean kayaks – 2
2 windsurfers
kite board sets – 2
5 paddle boards (SUP’s…stand up paddleboards)
Water skis
GYMNASIUM
For “drier” exercise options, she has a full onboard gymnasium. For example, she offers a spin bike, free weights, rowing machine, yoga mats, and more.
An award-winning chef and his catamaran make announcement. They present a special, reduced rate for early spring in the Caribbean.
WORLD’S END
The spectacular luxury sailboat catamaran WORLD’S END has slashed her price. Her rate plunged from from $36500 per week to $24000 per week, plus all expenses. The special applies to charters commencing in either February or March, 2012.
FOUNTAINE PAJOR GALATHEA 65
At 20 meters, the Fountaine Pajot Galathea 65 model catamaran WORLD’S END is the largest cruising vessel ever built by this manufacturer. She marks a new flagship for sail boat charters in the Caribbean.
AWARD-WINNING CHEF
Readers may recall our December 17 profile of chef Renee Kappetein as he bested over a dozen talented luxury yacht charter chefs in the 50th annual Antigua Charter Yacht Show culinary competition. Renee, the live-aboard chef on the Fountaine Pajot Galathea 65 catamaran took first prize in the division for yachts under 100 feet.
ARCHITECTS
An outstanding creation from architects Berret Racoupeau and Coste Design, the Fountaine Pajot catamaran sail boat WORLD’S END has been carefully designed with all of the safety, performance, and comfort elements to satisfy the most discerning guests. Safe and exhilarating sailing performance is generated from its mastered displacement, powerful sail plan and expanded waterline length.
INTERIOR
The generous cockpit of the Galathea 65 is fully protected from the elements and features a deck lounge and sun-bridge for relaxing. The extraordinarily spacious interior features a panoramic saloon, dining room and gourmet galley.
ACCOMMODATIONS
The Master Cabin sets new standards in decadence and style with a study area, lounge and large bathroom with dual vanity sinks. Each guest cabin features an ensuite bathroom, king size beds, large portholes and a style that rivals the world’s top luxury hotels.
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
The yacht has numerous special features. For instance, an office, library, dressing rooms, and laundry.
Nothing like the peace and quiet of a yacht charter vacation
SUPERYACHT NOISE CANCELLATION
Noise-canceling headphones have been around for years. One company hopes to convert entire rooms on superyacht vessels into quieter environments.
VIDEOWORKS
Presenting the Active Noise Canceling system by Videoworks. It relies on stand alone speakers. These are built into the walls of a yacht.
HOW DOES THE SYSTEM WORK?
The system will work by detecting the frequency of noises coming from a cabin. It then emits a similar noise from the opposite side of the spectrum of frequency. As a result, there is a clashing of the opposing sounds. This results in the cancellation of the audible portion of the sound wave.
HISS…
While in most cases the noise is not completely eliminated, it does drop it to a significantly lower level, often sounding like a faint hiss.
TECHNOLOGY
The technology seems to work best when the noise is consistent and at a constant frequency – like the drone of the engines on a yacht charter vessel as it chugs from St Barts to St Thomas.
INTERIOR
The noise-canceling gadget relies on woofer speakers that measure 22.8 x 11.8 x 4 inches and can be hidden under leather or other soft materials. For instance, padded walls, pillows, and cushions. They operate in the frequency range of 25 to 200 Hz and will detect any changes in frequency caused by the yacht’s engines or generators. Concert-level audio quality is assured via an advanced 32-bit analog/digital signal processor and a dedicated digital power amplifier.
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