Yachtico Announces The Top 10 Most Popular Luxury Boat Rentals

Yachtico — the world’s #1 online booking portal for yacht, sailboat, houseboat and luxury boat rentals — announced the 10 most popular luxury rentals#Yacht.

With Yachtico, vacationers can book yachts in real time at any budget level. Similar to booking a room in a luxury resort on Orbitz, a traveler chooses a destination city, a luxury level (like a 5-star hotel) and a date … it’s that simple. This holiday season, travelers have the ability to create a truly unique experience — an experience that can’t be recreated on land, in a hotel, or on an Air BNB sofa …

Urban land-lovers generally recognize five types of boats: the standard redneck fishing boat with oars, the bikini-clad spring-break party pontoon, the buccaneer vessel made popular by Johnny Depp in “Pirates,” the Puff Daddy platinum-selling luxury yacht and the colossal Royal Caribbean (please don’t be the Titanic) cruise liner.

Oh, for marine lovers, however, there are so many more to choose from, as evidenced by Yachtico’s top 10 list.

Bavaria 46 Cruiser — Put away your snowblower and take out your sailor’s cap in this sailing yacht that can be chartered in Seget for $1,736 per week.

Oceanis 45 — This gorgeous sailing boat can be chartered in Alimos Marina Kalamaki for $3,756 per week; Miami Vice style Armani jackets are extra.

Bavaria 43 Cruiser — Sail away from shoveling and towards relaxation in this stunning sailing yacht for rent in Athens at $1,707 per week.

Sun Odyssey 509 — This luxury sail boat can be chartered in Fethiye at $4,627 per week. Looks like a perfect backdrop for a cold bottle of Dos Equis with the most interesting man in the world.

Athena 38 — This remarkable cruising catamaran can be rented in Marina Cienfuegos for $2,846 per week. The Fountaine Pajot-produced luxury vehicle features four privacy cabins each with its own shower. So invite family and friends, or Playboy playmates, for a spectacular vacation.

Lagoon 420 — This innovative family cruising boat can be chartered in Alimos Marina Kalamaki for $4,541 per week. The Lagoon 420’s high-tech motors are silent, yet provide instant acceleration. And if you’re trying to escape the hustle and bustle of noisy city life, that silence will be relaxing.

Lagoon 421 — While others are spending the holidays with gingerbread houses and eggnog, you can rent this spectacular luxury catamaran in Netsel Marmaris Marina for $5,236 per week. The Lagoon 421, the updated version of the 420, is the pure definition of sailing.

Lagoon 52 — Make your neighbors who rented the Lagoon 420 and 421 jealous with the stunning Lagoon 52, for rent in Marina Le Marin at $18,098 per week. The Lagoon 52 marks a whole new era in the design of cruising catamarans with its stunning diamond-shaped vertical bows and levitated deckhouse. Now you’re entering P. Diddy country.

Lagoon 560 — This massive 56-foot cruising catamaran is available for charter in Yacht Club Port de Plaisance at $17,984 per week. It’s designed for hospitable and comfortable cruising, even capable of accommodating a skipper (sorry, no room for Gilligan).

Beneteau 50 — This nicely appointed, spirited French sailboat is available for rent in Kastela for $3,187 per week. The Beneteau 50 is a classic, popular because it features the master forward layout with ensuite head and separate shower.

The World’s Most Expensive Luxury Yachts For Hire

Forget your Royal Suite reservation at Claridges… forget renting Brigitte Bardot’s villa in St. Tropez… you can even forget your own private island; if you’re looking to book the most expensive and most exclusive holiday next summer, then think mega-yachts! If money is no object and only the best will do, then this post is for you – we look at the most luxurious and opulent yachts currently available for private hire in 2014.

Yacht “Imagine” – 215ft

The name says it all, just Imagine… Imagine a world where you are surrounded by fine art, refined hand crafted interiors of the highest quality, and where the most exemplary and highly trained crew are on hand. Imagination finds realization aboard this brand new 215ft mega yacht. Conceived with charter in mind, the owner of Imagine commissioned his yacht with the intention of sharing it with the world from day one. From refined and spacious interiors, to expansive decks offering Al-fresco dining and lounging opportunities on all levels; every detail has been meticulously considered to ensure the ultimate holiday experience.

There are 6 guest staterooms (all mini-suites, of course) and one vast owner’s suite with double Jacuzzi bath, adjoining private office, private balcony, and dressing rooms. Personal health and well-being is catered for on the Sun Deck; the swimming pool and Jacuzzi both have “wet-feet” bars, and the Sky gym offers the chance for a more serious workout. Of course you could just recline on a sunbed, and watch the world sail past…

Rates start from €465,000 per week, and guest should allow at least €100,000 in addition to cover operating costs for a typical week’s holiday.

Yacht “Amaryllis” – 258ft

Yacht Amaryllis is an art gallery afloat. Inspired by the Belle Epoque, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco eras; designed by Reymond Langton, and furnished with bespoke pieces from Silverlining, Amaryllis is truly something to behold. Over 250ft in length, Amaryllis accommodates 12 guests in 6 staterooms, including an entire private deck with terrace dedicated to the owner’s suite. A beach club with gym and spa is aft allowing direct sea access, whilst the sun deck features a 20ft swimming pool.

But like any piece of fine artwork, all this luxury comes at a price…and whilst she is not the largest yacht in this post, Amaryllis is certainly the most expensive. Even for the super-rich, the peak season price tag of €1,137,500 per week might be enough to put off some! One should draw the line at “a million-a-week” for one’s holidays, really!

Yacht “Titania” – 237ft

This is all about the beach club. There are enough toys on this yacht to keep even the most demanding and overindulged family entertained for a week, without ever needing to weigh anchor! The inflatable water park is totally unique, your own private aqua-world including obstacle course, Zorb ball, water slides, climbing frame, trampoline, ringos, banana boat… and that’s before the four jet skis and two sailing dinghies are launched. There is even a diving centre aboard, and of course amongst the 22 crew there are highly experienced and accredited instructors for all the on-board sports. But the old folks in the family needn’t despair; four decks up you can chill out with a cocktail in the Jacuzzi and enjoy the panoramic sea views.

Yacht “Ecstasea”- 282ft

Last, but certainly not least. At nearly 300ft in length, Ecstasea is the largest of these yachts, and demands a crew of 25 full time professionals to keep her operational. Luxury accommodation and unbelievable amenities are not dissimilar to others in this post, but what really sets this yacht apart is her speed. With a combination of four monstrous diesel engines and one giant General Electric gas turbine, total power output is just under 45,000 bhp. Reaching speeds of up to 33 knots, this floating hotel could cover Ibiza, the cote d’Azur, Italian Riviera, Corsica, Sardinia, and Sicily…all within a week’s holiday! Just be aware that you have to return her with a full tank, and consumption flat out is 10,000 litres of diesel per hour – ouch!

Originally commissioned and built for billionaire Roman Abramovich, Ecstasea is now owned by philanthropist Sonja Zuckerman and is has now been made available for private hire on the French Riviera. Unfortunately Ms. Zuckerman’s philanthropy doesn’t extend to yachts, and so €750,000 per week plus costs (not forgetting the fuel bill) will be required to enjoy this particular perk!

Daniel Barber is Director of AquaCruise Yacht Charter.

Contributed by Daniel Barber, www.aluxurytravelblog.com