The finalists for the 2011 World Superyacht Awards have been selected, and many of the newest and largest yachts available for crewed yacht charter have been nominated.
WHO HOSTS THE CEREMONY?
The awards honor the finest new vessels delivered to their owners in the past twelve months. The editors of Boat International Media host.
WHAT ARE THE WORLD SUPERYACHT AWARDS?
The awards are the “Oscars” of the megayacht industry. The ceremony has an elite guest list. For example, attendees include owners from around the globe and the most influential players in the business of boats.
AWARD NOMINEE
MARY JEAN II
Sixty meter ISA MARY JEAN II is nominated for Best Displacement Motor Yacht of 500GT to 1,299GT (approximately 50m – 59m). She is sure to be a star of the 2011 Croatia yacht charter season.
WHO IS YACHT MARY JEAN II?
Build, design, and engineering all International Shipyard Ancona (ISA). She accommodates up to 12 guests in 7 cabins. This yacht works with a crew of 14. MARY-JEAN II features the latest technology and design. She has a light and spacious interior, and she maneuvers well. MJ II excels in comfort, interior, and on-deck entertainment. Not only that, but she excels in toys and tenders, and finally, overall efficiency.
WHAT DOES SHE LOOK LIKE?
The vessel sports a striking Aristo blue hull and Oyster white superstructure. She utilizes the latest technology, design, and Italian craftsmanship, boasting elegant lines with an impressive stern. With a beam of 12 meters, M/Y Mary-Jean II offers generous interior volume and comfortable living spaces.
THE INTERIOR OF MARY JEAN II
Her contemporary interior design is Mark Berryman. It features many special things. For instance, split bamboo paneling, and rustic limestone mosaics. In addition, she features classical elements onboard. For example, a teak backdrop and contrasting wenge wood. Neutral fabrics contrast more vibrant colors in the owner’s artwork and in colored scatter cushions.
HER MECHANICS
Subsequently powered by twin Caterpillar engines, motor yacht Mary-Jean II can reach a top speed of 16 knots and cruises comfortably at 15 knots.
SUMMARY
In conclusion, Mary Jean II is a can’t miss in the industry. Not only does she win awards, but she is also a great charteryacht with professional crew.
Each week or so, we take a look at one or two of the finalists for the 2011 World Superyacht Awards. Many of the newest and largest yachts available for crewed yacht charter have been nominated.
BATON ROUGE is a nominee for Best Displacement Motor Yacht in the 60 to 84-meter range “yacht.”
WHO IS SHE?
This six-deck yacht boasts more volume than most other 63-meter luxury yacht charter vessels currently on the water. Motor yacht BATON ROUGE was built by Icon Yachts, and features the exterior styling of Tim Heywood, with interiors by Redman Whiteley Dixon.
Fully-stabilized and optimized in every respect for luxury living afloat, her extensive interior guest areas include multiple lounges and a choice of dining options, which cohesively encompass both townhouse elegance and beach house chic to suit one’s mood.
ACCOMMODATIONS
The yacht offers accommodation for 12 guests in 7 large cabins. The master is situated on the main deck, while two VIP cabins are on the upper deck. Two doubles and two convertible doubles/twins are found on the lower deck of yacht Baton Rouge.
CONTEMPORARY INTERIOR
The interior offers beautiful woods, leathers, marbles, and nickel and bronze details, as well as handcrafted furniture and original artwork. The vessel’s contemporary interior is considered both serene and stylish.
EXPANSIVE EXTERIOR
The exterior deck areas are nothing short of expansive, and they serve as great outdoor spaces for lounging and dining. There’s an ondeck hot tub on Baton Rouge, and a dedicated sundeck which converts to a party deck, as well as a beach club lounge at sea level.
State-of-the-art entertainment and communications systems exist throughout the yacht. For physical fitness buffs, there is a gym and a very comprehensive inventory of water toys and tenders.
Charteryachts prove winners at Design Awards over private boats.
THE WINNERS
Elegant CMN Yacht CLOUD 9 was just one luxury yacht charter vessel to catch the attention of the judges at the recent ShowBoats Design Awards. Of the 10 winning private yacht entries, 6 are currently available for either Caribbean or Mediterranean yacht charter. The newest and largest yachts in the rental marketplace improves every year, as owners push the design envelope to new heights.
THE YACHT RENTAL AWARDS CEREMONY
The inaugural yacht awards ceremony took place in October at the exclusive Mar A Lago Club. The facility is Donald Trump’s private club in Palm Beach, Florida. It was sponsored by ShowBoats International. It began with a two-day Superyacht Design Symposium. On the 3rd day, 350 guests enjoyed an evening of cocktails. The evening also featured a gala dinner and an awards ceremony honoring the yachting industry’s creative talents. Those talents included architects, designers, stylists, craftsmen, and innovators in yacht technologies.
ShowBoats Design Awards came about as a former part of the Boat International Media World Superyacht Awards. They introduced a number of new categories. The jury included 4 superyacht owners, 2 naval architects, a senior yacht captain, an experienced yacht chef, and six design professionals with no links to the industry. The awards resulted from more than 200 yacht nominations.
Joining the 60-meter charteryacht Cloud 9 on the winner’s stage were:
HURRICANE RUN – Best Interior Design: Displacement Motor Yacht
SLIPSTREAM – along with sistership CLOUD 9 – Best Exterior Design & Styling: Motor Yacht
LIARA – Best Naval Architecture: Sailing Yacht
SYCARA IV – Best Naval Architecture: Motor Yacht
SALPERTON IV – Best Exterior Design & Styling: Sailing Yacht
THE NEXT AWARDS SHOW
The next yacht award event is the 2011 World Superyacht Awards, and it will be hosted by the editors of Boat International Media. The awards honor the finest new vessels delivered to their owners in the past twelve months. The award presented is The Neptune Award, or the “Oscar” of the megayacht industry.
The ceremony is scheduled for May 7, 2011, and it is attended by yacht owners from around the globe. Others who attend are influential players in the boating business.
CHARTERYACHT FINALISTS
62 finalists are in contention to receive a coveted Neptune Trophy, including the 56-meter Panthalassa and the 60-meter MARY JEAN II.
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