From motor yachts with spas, cinemas and beach clubs, to a truly classic sailing yacht and a brand new expedition yacht, the summer fleet is bigger and better than we have seen for many years. Join us as we countdown five of the best.
When it comes to chartering a superyacht, there is nothing quite like being amongst the first to experience the charms on offer.
Whether it’s being one of the first charter guests to ever walk the sundeck, or discover a toy that was historically the preserve of the owner, there’s a real sense of excitement that comes with escaping on board newcomers to the charter fleet.
The following five superyachts are Yacht Charter Fleet’s selection of the most impressive additions to the charter market this summer.
Beautifully designed for long-range exploration and comfortable yacht charters in the Mediterranean, the 73m/240ft expedition yacht 'Planet Nine' is the ideal charter yacht for those looking for both relaxation and adventure.
Blending style with performance, every inch of her build has been carefully considered to deliver the best possible experience for her guests. With her Ice Class credentials, she comes with a superb specification including an explorer helicopter, hangar and landing pad.
Superyacht Planet Nine’s stunning interior offers generous reception areas, including an observation lounge with 180-degree views and a spacious cinema.
Floor to ceiling windows feature throughout her communal areas, allowing guests to experience views from just about everywhere on board.
She accommodates up to 12 guests in seven luxurious and well-appointed cabins including an owner’s apartment with a full suite, dressing rooms, salon, study and terrace. Planet Nine is furnished with state-of-the-art entertainment facilities and systems on board and offers a massive collection of toys and tenders.
On deck, she has a large sundeck Jacuzzi and myriad al fresco lounging and dining areas, as well as a large beach club with sea terrace, sauna and steam room.
Summer cruising area: West & East Mediterranean.
Prices €650,000 per week low season €725,000 per week high season.
Launched earlier this spring, the 57m/187ft motor yacht O’MATHILDE is a truly modern motor yacht. Boasting a Greek Charter Licence, she is the perfect yacht for family cruising in the Greek Islands.
Her contemporary and spacious interior and plentiful deck spaces were created with the charterer in mind. Accommodating 12 guests in seven cabins, including a 70m2 owner’s deck that includes a private salon and full beam cabin, she provides every comfort for every guest.
Spacious deck areas allow for fabulous entertaining and outdoor dining. Her sun deck has been designed for total relaxation with a Jacuzzi, shaded dining table and ample sunbathing and lounging areas. The bridge foredeck houses a gymnasium, while the bridge and main deck aft areas have large alfresco and lounging areas with sumptuous seating for up to 12 guests.
Summer cruising area: East Mediterranean.
Prices €210,000 per week low season €280,000 per week high season.
The brand new 40m/131ft motor yacht 'Aqua Libra' is the ultimate contemporary motor yacht. With vast deck spaces on three levels, she provides the ideal platform for relaxing and entertaining.
Her sun deck area includes a spa pool surrounded by sunpads and sunbeds, while her bridge deck and main deck aft areas are ideal al fresco lounging and dining.
Her main salon is filled with natural light, which flows through the full-height windows, while the sky lounge is like an enclosed exterior. A fantastic addition to the summer charter fleet.
Summer cruising area: East Mediterranean.
Prices €145,000 per week low season €155,000 per week high season.
The cool, calm and extremely sophisticated 51m/167ft motor yacht MYSKY is a stunning yacht in every respect. Offering an overwhelming sense of space throughout, she has fantastic on-deck entertainment, plenty of alfresco dining and sunbathing areas, and a light, contemporary interior.
Key features include a touch and go helipad/sun terrace on the foredeck, an enclosed dining area on the upper deck, and the sky lounge with its large circular sofa that rotates for 270-degree views. MYSKY will be making her debut on the charter market this summer season.
Summer cruising area: West Mediterranean.
Prices €259,000 per week low season €280,000 per week high season.
Created in 1902 and completely modernised in 2009, the 55m/179ft sailing yacht SHENANDOAH exudes elegance and character in every detail. Classically styled and furnished, behind her traditional looks are all the modern comforts one would expect to find on a super sailing yacht.
She provides the ultimate combination of elegance, sailing and luxury living.
She is the ideal yacht for socialising and entertaining with family and friends. In fact her original owner, the American banker Charles Fahnstock, held many parties on board as he sailed around the Mediterranean in the early 1900’s
Her interior includes an elegant main saloon with piano, library and a dining area, while out on deck she has expansive areas for relaxing in the sun or enjoying al fresco dining in ultimate style.
Summer cruising area: West Mediterranean.
Prices €105,000 per week low season €120,000 per week high season.
These are just a selection of Yacht Charter Fleet’s top picks for the forthcoming season. The yachts featured below are also new to the charter fleet this summer. For further details, speak to your preferred charter broker.
A selection of new-to-charter superyachts in 2018
183ft
Auroux
1974 / 2016
135ft
Mondo Marine
2009 / 2016
168ft
Heesen
2014 / 2023
103ft
Gulf Craft
2018
131ft
Sunseeker
2012 / 2017
95ft
Benetti
2018
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