Caribbean – Yachting https://www.yachtingmagazine.com Yachting Magazine’s experts discuss yacht reviews, yachts for sale, chartering destinations, photos, videos, and everything else you would want to know about yachts. Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:50:21 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/favicon-ytg-1.png Caribbean – Yachting https://www.yachtingmagazine.com 32 32 Yacht Charter in Greenland https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/holland-jachtbouw-athos-available/ Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=68481 The 210-foot Holland Jachtbouw Athos is headed to the “Land of the Midnight Sun” for bookings this summer.

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Athos
Athos, the world’s largest privately owned two-masted schooner at 210 feet LOA, will be available for charter in Greenland this summer. Courtesy Fraser Yachts

Athos, a 210-foot Holland Jachtbouw that is one of the world’s most impressive sailing yachts, has joined the Fraser charter fleet. The yacht is heading to the Bahamas, Caribbean and Bermuda this spring ahead of accepting bookings in the unusual destination of Greenland this summer—part of the current owner’s program of using the yacht to visit remote destinations.

Launched in 2010 from the Dutch shipyard and most recently refitted in 2022, Athos is the world’s largest privately owned two-masted schooner. The amenities listed on board since the time of launch rival what guests find on some power-driven superyachts, with top-quality construction and technology systems.

The award-winning refit was done at Huisfit, which in 2019 took over the Holland Jachtbouw facility where Athos was originally built. The refit included extending the 203-footer to 210 feet by way of the stern overhang.

On deck, the cockpit layouts were redesigned, and a new forward navigation deckhouse was added. New booms, new sails and carbon rigging were installed, and all systems were updated. A considerable amount of the interior was replaced or reconfigured and updated, according to the Huisfit team.

“The multiple modifications to Athos have been beautifully done,” owner’s representative Jeremy “Bear” Wynne said at the time of the refit. “The attention to detail and finish is excellent. The new additions and modifications have not only improved the functionality of the yacht, they have also enhanced the appearance.”

The sheer size of Athos is also notable. The yacht’s main mast towers to about 200 feet in the sky.

The charter team at Fraser says the owner has also added a slew of watertoys to extend adventures in remote locations into all the various harbors, nooks and crannies.

What’s the lowest weekly base rate to charter Athos? It’s $220,000 per week, with a high-season base rate of $235,000.

How to book a week on board: contact a charter broker at fraseryachts.com

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Destination St. Thomas https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/island-icon-st-thomas/ Wed, 08 Jan 2025 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=67912 This gateway to the US Virgin Islands is a stellar jumping-off point for Caribbean cruisers of all skill levels.

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Prime steakhouse
As its name indicates, Prime is a top-notch steakhouse offering views of the USVI capital, Charlotte Amalie. US Virgin Islands Department of Tourism

As the gateway to the US Virgin Islands, St. Thomas is an appealing Caribbean island getaway for cruising enthusiasts of all skill levels looking for some sun, some sand, and a lot of duty-free shopping using the common currency and language of the mainland United States.

Things To Do

Beach time is a priority on St. Thomas. Magens Bay on the north shore is considered not only the island’s top beach but also among the world’s finest thanks to its white sand, clear waters and excellent amenities. However, such acclaim means Magens Bay can get crowded, especially on weekends and when cruise ships are in port. Head over early for more privacy and extra time to explore the Discovery Nature Trail. For a quieter setting, pack a picnic and opt for the calm waters of Lindquist Beach, where snorkelers sometimes spot sea turtles. For guaranteed animal sightings, visitors head to Coral World Ocean Park for its undersea observatory tower and close-up encounters with dolphins, sea lions and sharks.

Charlotte Amalie is best known for its duty-free shopping, particularly its abundance of high-end jewelry stores along Main Street and in Yacht Haven Grande, Crown Bay Center and Havensight Mall. Art aficionados can check out Gallery Camille Pissarro, housed in the childhood home of its namesake 19th-century impressionist painter. The charming Mango Tango Art Gallery features works by several Caribbean artists.

The infamous pirate Blackbeard was rumored to haunt St. Thomas long before vacationers and shoppers did. For a fun look at the island’s swashbuckling days, visit the engaging Pirates Treasure: A Shipwreck Museum in Charlotte Amalie. Check out weapons, coins and other plunder, and learn about shipwrecks in the Virgin Islands and the deep-sea technology used to unearth them. The museum is next door to Skyride to Paradise Point, a gondola that takes riders up 700 feet to one of the island’s most picturesque panoramas and lauded restaurants.

Food and Drink

Prime at Paradise Point earns raves for its refined steakhouse fare, attentive service, solid wine list and stunning views overlooking Charlotte Amalie. Gladys’ Café is a laid-back local favorite for breakfast and such West Indian classics as curry goat and stewed chicken. Amble down the cobblestone Palm Passage for an alfresco meal of top-notch Spanish tapas at Amalia Café. Customers particularly praise the seafood fare, such as Galician-style octopus and zarzuela de mariscos (seafood casserole). Hop in your dinghy and head to Christmas Cove for Pizza Pi, an authentic brick-oven pizzeria aboard a 37-foot motorsailer. Its menu includes gluten-free options, frozen drinks, and signature pies with novel ingredients and names such as Moko Jumbie and Peachy Goat.

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Brand-New Numarine Superyacht for Charter https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/numarine-oculus-available-with-iyc/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:00:13 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=66697 The 122-foot Oculus is available for bookings this winter in the Caribbean and Bahamas.

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Numarine Oculus
The 122-foot Numarine superyacht Oculus is available for charter this winter in the Caribbean and Bahamas with weekly rates starting at $180,000. Courtesy IYC

It’s not every day that you see a brand-new Numarine delivered right into the charter market, but that’s what just happened with the 122-foot Oculus.

Oculus is a Numarine 37XP, part of the shipyard’s range that extends from the 22XP to the 45XP. It’s the third-largest model that the Turkish builder offers.

This hull of the 37XP, which made its official debut at the recent Monaco Yacht Show, is being advertised for charter bookings through IYC this winter in the Caribbean and Bahamas, as well as bookings during summer 2025 in the East and West Mediterranean.

Oculus has interiors by Hot Lab, with a modern color palette that’s heavy on shades of white and gray, and that allows the views through the oversized windows to serve as the decorative “artwork” all around. There’s an emphasis on comfort as well as contemporary flair, with plush carpeting, darker soles and deep, low-profile furniture.

Numarine Oculus
The interior design by Hot Lab features modern palettes and expansive windows to create stunning views. Courtesy IYC

Accommodations are for 12 guests in six staterooms, including a full-beam master suite that also has expansive views. Guest relaxation areas include a decorative indoor bar with backlighting and striking stonework, as well as an oversized hot tub on the sundeck. Down at water level, the beach club has a sauna and gymnasium.

For charter guests who prefer to get their exercise through water sports, Oculus charters with a Sea-Doo RXP 325, a pair of Sea-Doo Spark 3ups, a trio of Seabobs, a pair of Fliteboards, an inflatable slide, standup paddleboards, towable toys and kneeboards, and snorkeling gear.

For heading ashore in style to shop or take in the sights, there’s an Axopar 37 T-Top chase boat. Oculus also charters with a Northstar RIB special edition that’s outfitted with head-turning black-and-orange seats.

Numarine Oculus
Oculus accommodates up to 12 guests in six staterooms, including a full-beam master suite. Courtesy IYC

According to the charter team at IYC, Oculus has a range of 6,000 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 8 knots, which means that just about any charter itinerary clients desire can be organized, including to far-reaching destinations. The yacht’s top speed is 18.5 knots for times when there’s a need to move fast.

What’s the lowest weekly base rate to charter Oculus this winter in the Caribbean? It’s $180,000. The high-season rate this winter is $210,000. Those rates are advertised with seven crew on board.

How to book a week of charter aboard Oculus: Contact a charter broker at iyc.com

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Yacht Charter Your Way https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/azimut-tail-lights-has-it-all/ Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:37:50 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=63062 The owner of the 116-foot Azimut Yachts Tail Lights set up his yacht so charter guests feel like it's their personal boat.

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Azimut Tail Lights
Accommodations are for as many as 12 guests in five staterooms, including a full-beam master amidships with a private entrance, separate from the guest staterooms. Courtesy HMY Yachts

Lee Mandel doesn’t talk much about his 52-foot Sea Ray, which he skippers with friends and family up and down the US East Coast. Instead, the boat he’s eager to discuss—all day, every day—is the 116-foot Azimut Tail Lights, which he bought in 2019.

And the first thing he’ll tell you, if you’re thinking about chartering Tail Lights? You should think of it as your yacht, right down to the advance provisioning allowance.

Azimut Tail Lights
The hot tub on Tail Lights is sized to fit six people. Also on this deck is a wet bar, along with spaces to spread out in the sun. Guests can choose their favorite way to chill out. Courtesy HMY Yachts

“I want the guests to feel like it’s their vessel,” Mandel says. “If they’re repeat clients, we’ll pay some of the taxes. We’ll offset their APA costs. We’ll give them some extra days. Our goal is to get every customer to want to come back.”

That approach to the charter business has Tail Lights already booking guests for the Bahamas and Caribbean into 2025, with an average notice of three to five months, and with a rotating crew to avoid burnout. Mandel says regular maintenance is also a key component of the Tail Lights charter program, along with investments that help guests have memorable experiences aboard the 2011 build.

Azimut Tail Lights
Tail Lights charters with a 32-foot Scout tender, a personal watercraft, sea scooters, stand-up paddleboards and inflatable toys that can all be launched off the swim platform. Courtesy HMY Yachts

“One of the things I saw a lot of the yachts doing was theme nights. I wanted to give the crew technology to create incredible themes,” Mandel says. “Now we have disco night, pirate night, ’70s night, and we tie it into the electronics and AV on the boat. There’s a smoke machine. There’s disco lighting throughout the boat. We have a DJ system.” In the Bahamas, he partners with Furze Entertainment to bring various entertainers on board. “We have a singer who sings as well as Whitney Houston,” Mandel says. “We have a saxophonist who’s on the bow performing. We have steel-drum bands that come on the boat. We’ve had magicians. We’ve even had fire dancers on land. We’ve created a whole entertainment portfolio of partners we work with.”    

Azimut Tail Lights
Charter guests who want to enjoy formal meals on board have that option. The warm woodwork and rich ambience carry through to the guest staterooms as well. Courtesy HMY Yachts

Charter Details

  • HMY Yachts manages Tail Lights for charter.  
  • Accommodations are for as many as 12 guests in five staterooms, including a full-beam master amidships with a private entrance, separate from the guest staterooms. 
  • Bahamas bookings are typically available from May or June through the summer season.
  • Caribbean itineraries generally start around November and go through the winter.
  • Flash drives of photos and videos from the charter are given to guests as a keepsake.

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It’s Incentive Season for Charter Yachts https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/charter-yacht-incentive-season/ Tue, 13 Feb 2024 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=62192 Several sizable charter yachts are offering deals in the Caribbean, Bahamas and beyond.

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Rossinavi Parillon
The 157-foot Rossinavi Parillon will be chartering in the Caribbean until mid-Match and then it’s off to the Western Med. It’s currently offering a 20 percent discount for Caribbean charters until March 15. Courtesy Edmiston

Welcome to the season for charter-yacht deals and discounts. We’re now well beyond the high-demand holiday season, and the summer’s prime cruising months are still a good ways off. This means some yacht owners with extra weeks of availability between now and then are looking to incentivize clients to book.

One of the newly advertised offers is from the 157-foot Rossinavi Parillon, which is part of the Edmiston fleet. The yacht is giving a 20-percent discount on charter bookings in the Caribbean until March 15. (After that, the yacht is off to the West Mediterranean for the summer 2024 charter season.)

With the discount, the lowest weekly base rate drops to $196,000.

Parillon is a 2014 build that most recently was refitted in 2023. Accommodations are for 10 guests in five staterooms, including a full-beam master on the main deck. For guest relaxation, the beach club has access to a sauna and shower, well-positioned for use following an afternoon out on the personal watercraft, Seabobs and standup paddleboards.

Alessandra III
Alessandra III, a 155-foot Sunseeker, is offering a 15 percent discount to the first five clients that secure a Bahamas charter this year. Courtesy Fraser

Also offering a deal right now is the 155-foot Sunseeker Alessandra III, which is part of the Fraser charter fleet. That yacht is offering a 15-percent discount on Bahamas charter bookings for the first five clients that secure dates this year. The usual lowest weekly base rate is $231,000.

Alessandra III is a 2016 build that most recently was refitted in 2022. Accommodations are for 12 guests in six staterooms, including a master and two VIPs on the main deck. The three guest staterooms belowdecks are convertible for twin- or double-berth setups.

Kontiki
Charter clients can get 25 percent off their cruise in Costa Rica onboard the 141-foot Kontiki through the month of May. Courtesy Edmiston

Yet another charter yacht offering a deal right now is the 141-foot Varadero Maridueña Kontiki, which is part of the Edmiston fleet. This yacht is giving 25 percent off through May in Costa Rica, where the lowest weekly base rate drops to $120,000.

Kontiki has accommodations for 18 guests in nine staterooms. Four of the staterooms are connected, making them a good option for families that need more than one room. Eight of the nine staterooms have convertible berths.

A deal on longer-term charters: The 279-foot AKYacht Victorious is giving a 10 percent price break for charters longer than one week in the Bahamas. Victorious is part of the Fraser fleet. It accommodates 12 guests.

How to book a week on board: contact the charter brokers at edmiston.com or fraseryachts.com

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A $1.4 Million-Per-Week Yacht Charter Experience https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/lurssen-lady-lara-available/ Tue, 09 Jan 2024 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=61718 Lady Lara is now available for bookings in the Caribbean and Bahamas. It's also for sale. Asking price: $254 million.

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Lürssen Lady Lara
Lady Lara, a 298-foot Lürssen, is chartering in the Caribbean and Bahamas at a weekly base rate of $1.4 million. Courtesy Y.CO

Y.CO has just welcomed the 298-foot Lürssen Lady Lara to the charter fleet. The lowest weekly base rate is $1.4 million for bookings this winter in the Caribbean and Bahamas.

The yacht is also listed for sale—at more than $254 million—for the first time since the German shipyard delivered it in 2015. Y.CO’s Max Bulley and Gary Wright, along with Merle Wood of Merle Wood & Associates, represented the yacht at the recent Monaco Yacht Show.

Lürssen Lady Lara
This superyacht has not one, but two pools available for guests. Courtesy Y.CO

“With Lürssen quality and stunning Reymond Langton design, Lady Lara is an exceptional yacht that was conceived with family living in mind,” Wright stated in a press release. “Her adaptable spaces, variety and flexibility, in addition to all the amazing features like the breathtaking spa area, the beach club and two pools, are ideal for multigenerational groups and put Lady Lara into a league of her own.”

Accommodations are for 12 guests in their choice of eight staterooms (for private use, the yacht is built to accommodate 16 guests). Six of the guest staterooms are on the main deck, with one on the lower deck. The master suite has its own private deck with an exterior terrace, outdoor hot tub, and indoor library. The aft-deck space in the owner’s area is called a “winter garden,” with sliding glass panels that can be closed to shelter diners from the elements.

Lürssen Lady Lara
Lady Lara is also for sale with an asking price of $254 million. Courtesy Y.CO

There also are two cabins for owner’s staff or supernumeraries, in addition to the yacht’s quarters for 27 crew.

Onboard amenities include an aft-deck pool whose floor can be raised to create a dance floor. A sound system on this deck helps to create a discotheque-style environment for parties. There’s another pool up on the sundeck, this one with a swim-up bar.

On the bridge deck, guests have access to the spa, which includes a hammam, massage room, treatment room, beauty salon and gymnasium. Guests who prefer to get their exercise outdoors can do so from the beach club at water level, which has a steam room and a sauna along with a sunbathing area.

Lürssen Lady Lara
For guests looking to take their relation to the next level, there is a full spa on board. Courtesy Y.CO

For rainy days and relaxing nights, the lower deck aboard Lady Lara includes a cinema. There’s also a touch-and-go helipad on board, if guests want to escape to a different spot up the coast.

How fast can Lady Lara cruise? According to Y.CO, the yacht has a top speed of 17 knots and a cruising speed of 14 knots, which is plenty fast for exploring the islands.

How to book a week on board: contact a charter broker at y.co

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Cruising to Colorful Curaçao https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/island-icon-colorful-curacao/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=61502 The letter “C” in the southern Caribbean’s ABC Islands stands for Curaçao, a Dutch island of dazzling color.

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Curaçao coast
The Handelskade waterfront, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is lined with apartments inspired by Dutch architecture. [peter]/stock.adobe.com

The Dutch island of Curaçao is a Technicolor getaway. Its reef-rich seas shimmer with every possible shade of blue. Vivid hues glow from the historical architecture and street art of the capital, Willemstad, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Cruisers can soak in the vibrant offerings by land and by sea.

Curaçao by Land

Christoffel National Park in the Westpunt end of the island offers an enticing array of guided activities in the largest and most diverse protected nature area of the Leeward Dutch islands. Choose among mountain climbs, bird-watching walks, history tours and Jeep safaris; check out the park’s website for more details. (En route to the park, keep an eye out for flamingos in the salt flat near Kokomo.) Afterward, head to nearby Restaurant Playa Forti for breathtaking sea views, cliff jumpers, and delicious seafood and local specialties such as keshi yena.

In Willemstad, a stroll along the colorful, mural-lined lanes in the neighborhoods on both sides of the iconic Queen Emma pontoon bridge reveals one incredible creative tour de force after another. Dancers leap and gardens sprawl across entire buildings. Parakeets the size of humans perch on a corner; a row of regal women returns your gaze. The free Amazing Punda Art & Culture Walk on Google Maps can get you started in the Punda neighborhood. Many of the murals in the Otrobanda neighborhood are pinned on Google Maps of Willemstad.

While in Otrobanda, dine at Ceviche 91 in Rif Fort, built in 1828 to protect the island against pirates. You can take in the waterfront views as you select from mouthwatering ceviches, tapas, sashimi, sushi rolls and Peruvian entrees.

If you have room for dessert, stop at Don’s Ice Cream Shop before exiting Rif Fort for the nearby Curaçao Maritime Museum. Models, maps, charts and other artifacts chronicle more than 500 years of Curaçao’s nautical and national history. Docents offer a historical harbor-walking tour every Wednesday from 2 to 3 p.m.

And by Sea

The fringing reef surrounding Curaçao makes the island a top destination for scuba divers and snorkelers of all skill levels. There are around 100 dive sites, the vast majority of which are shore dives. Tugboat, which lies in just 15 feet of water, is a popular site for its easy access and variety of marine life. Pair it with nearby Director’s Bay for a rewarding two-tank outing. Connect with one of the island’s 15 PADI 5-star dive shops to line up dives during your stay.

If you’re more of a beach person, check out either Cas Abao or Playa PortoMari. Both beautiful white-sand beaches along the west coast of Curaçao offer clean bathroom facilities, chair rentals, food and drinks, and even massages.

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New Options for Winter Yacht Charter https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/new-options-for-winter-yacht-charter/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:00:00 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=61490 Quite a few notable motoryachts recently joined some of the world’s leading charter fleets.

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Oceanco
Samsara, a 290-foot Oceanco, charters at a lowest weekly base rate of $1.1 million. This summer it will be cruising Greenland and Iceland. Courtesy Y.Co

With the winter yacht charter season about to kick into high gear in the Bahamas and Caribbean, several top management companies have welcomed notable motoryachts into their fleets.

Perhaps the largest yacht in this category is Samsara, a 290-foot Oceanco that recently joined the Y.CO charter fleet. Brokers are now accepting inquiries for winter charters in the Bahamas and Caribbean (and for summer 2024 bookings in Greenland and Iceland) at a lowest weekly base rate of $1.1 million.

Samsara is a 2015 build that most recently was refitted in 2023, with accommodations for 12 guests in seven staterooms. This yacht has a private owners’ deck, swimming pool, gymnasium, massage room and hair salon, along with an elevator for guest use. “Her seven-cabin layout is ideal for multigenerational groups or two families traveling together,” says David Price of Y.CO Charter Management. “It offers the flexibility to suit many kinds of charter groups.”

Wayfinder Catamaran
Wayfinder is a 223-foot supersized powercat with 11 en suite staterooms. The winter Caribbean lowest weekly base rate is $300,000. Courtesy Edmiston

Meanwhile, over at Edmiston, two notable yachts have joined the charter fleet.

First is Wayfinder, 223-foot powercat that Astilleros Armon built in 2021. This yacht has an unusual layout, with 11 en suite staterooms (nine singles and two with twin berths) for 12 guests, along with quarters for 20 crew. It can be booked as either its own charter yacht or as a support vessel for more traditional charter yachts.

Wayfinder has an open aft deck with a helipad that doubles as a pickleball court. This yacht also has belowdecks storage for six tenders and four Sea-Doos. The lowest base rate to book a week in the Caribbean is $300,000, with inquiries also being accepted for the Mediterranean and other destinations in summer 2024.

Also new to the Edmiston charter fleet is the 164-foot Home, a 2017 Heesen that will be in the Bahamas this winter at a lowest weekly base rate of $245,000.

Heesen Home
Home is a 164-foot Heesen that will be chartering in the Bahamas this winter. Lowest weekly base rate is $264,000. Courtesy Edmiston

Home accommodates 12 guests in six staterooms, and charters with nine crew. Interiors are by Cristiano Gatto—Edmiston describes them as “crisp, light-filled and Ibiza-inspired.” For outdoor fun, the complement of tenders and toys includes a 34-foot Jupiter towed tender, a 21-foot Williams jet tender that can reportedly hit 35 knots, Sea-Doos, standup paddleboards, skis, inflatables, snorkeling gear and scuba equipment.

And, last but not least, IYC has added the 162-foot Christensen Remember When to the charter fleet, with bookings available this winter in the Bahamas at a lowest weekly base rate of $230,000. It’s a 2011 build that was most recently refitted in 2020, with accommodations for 12 guests in six staterooms. An elevator services all four decks, and the full-beam main-deck master has a private office.

Remember When
The 162-foot Remember When was refitted in 2020 and is available at a lowest weekly base rate of $230,000. Courtesy IYC

Is it too early to call for summer 2024 yacht charter bookings? Nope. In fact, IYC also just welcomed the 90-foot Sanlorenzo SAL to the charter fleet. It’s a brand-new build for 2023 that’s currently accepting bookings for the West Mediterranean, Croatia and Montenegro in summer 2024.

Take the next step: head over to y.co, edmiston.com or iyc.com

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Charter the Mangusta ‘Beachouse’ in the Caribbean https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/mangusta-beachouse-caribbean-bound/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=61372 The 130-foot Mangusta superyacht Beachouse is Caribbean-bound for the winter charter season.

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Mangusta Beachouse
This charter yacht is outfitted inside and out with equipment for fitness enthusiasts. Courtesy IYC

The management company IYC proudly describes its charter fleet as having more Mangustas than any other, with the yachts ranging in size from 92 to nearly 150 feet length overall. Charter manager Monisha Issac in Monaco personally oversees several of them, including the 131-foot Beachouse, which recently returned to the IYC fleet.

“It has always stood out among the other Mangusta 130s because of its layout, its selection of water toys and the standards of its crew on board,” Issac says. “It’s very strong—one of the best Mangusta 130s on the market.”

The yacht, which is accepting inquiries for the Caribbean and Bahamas this winter, has numerous repeat clients, several of whom have returned four or five times. In some cases, the clients will not even consider any other brand of yacht for charter, Issac says.

Mangusta Beachouse
The 80 became the basis for the Maxi Open line that is still in production today. Courtesy IYC

“Some will only charter a Mangusta,” she says. “They love the sleek lines, the speed—so many things. I have one client doing a one-month charter on a Mangusta. Some clients will change their destination just to get a Mangusta.”

The Italian builder currently offers the 104 REV, 165 REV and 132E in its Maxi Open line, in addition to two additional lines of yachts: the Gransport line, from 109 to 177 feet long; and the Oceano line, from 128 to 196 feet length overall. But it’s the Mangusta 130 that tends to populate the charter market—and with Beachouse, there’s an unusually long list of tenders and water toys.

Charter clients have access to a 33-foot Scorpion, Sea-Doo Sparks, Seabobs, an electric foiling board, paddleboards, tow toys and floats. Fitness enthusiasts will find a surprising list of onboard equipment too, including a boxing bag, a speed ball, dumbbells, kettlebells and a suspension training kit.

Mangusta Beachouse interior
This enclosed, weather-protected space is an unusual feature aboard Mangusta 130s that are available for charter. Courtesy IYC

And, when it’s time to relax, the yacht has Starlink unlimited satellite internet. That’s a feature Issac says she’s seeing aboard an increasing number of charter yachts in the IYC fleet: “If you’re in the middle of nowhere, it’s really useful.”

Easy Water Access

Port and starboard staircases with railings lead down to the swim platform from the aft deck, making it easy for charter guests to use the yacht’s extensive list of water toys.

The Mangusta Story

When Mangusta premiered its 80-footer in 1985, it was a revelation. Until that time, open yachts had been smaller. The 80 became the basis for the Maxi Open line that is still in production today.

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‘Never Enough’ Joins RJC Yachts Charter Fleet https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/cruising-and-chartering/never-enough-joins-rjc-fleet/ Wed, 15 Nov 2023 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.yachtingmagazine.com/?p=61345 The 140-foot Feadship Never Enough is open for Caribbean and Bahamas yacht charters.

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Feadship Never Enough
The 140-foot Feadship Never Enough comes with a 33-foot Boston Whaler tender that’s ready for fishing outings. Courtesy RJC Yachts

RJC Yachts has welcomed the 140-foot Feadship Never Enough to the charter fleet. Inquiries are being accepted for charters in the Caribbean and Bahamas at a lowest weekly base rate of $125,000.

Never Enough is a 1992 build that was most recently refitted in 2019. The yacht accommodates 10 guests in five staterooms, and it charters with seven crew.

A 33-foot Boston Whaler tender that’s fully rigged for fishing is part of the water-sports package, which also includes a pair of personal watercraft, Seabobs, wakeboards, water skis, tow toys and snorkeling gear. The yacht encourages family charters and stocks watertoys that are sized for kids as well as for adults.

What else is new at RJC Yachts? The company recently acquired Churchill Yacht Partners, which was founded in 2004 with a focus on crewed yacht charter. Longtime charter broker Maggie Vale will move from Churchill to the RJC team.

How to book a charter on board Never Enough: Contact a charter broker at rjcyachts.com

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