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Benetti Yacht Galaxy Charter Vessel Offers Special

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YACHT CHARTER SPECIAL RATE

Hoping to fill the last remaining gap in her preseason calendar, Italian-built motor yacht GALAXY is offering a 9 night charter for the price of 7.

 

GALAXY BENETTI

The 56m Benetti yacht GALAXY is offering the discount for any charter booked between 26 May and 15 June 2013, embarking from the South of France.

 

CREW

Captain Luke Humphries and his crew have a great reputation in the Mediterranean yacht charter market, and are keen to welcome clients on board.

KEY FEATURES

Owner’s suite with his and hers bath.  Additionally, office, and observation lounge with panoramic views.

Sleeps up to 12 guests in 6 cabins.  Each stateroom contains a range of exotic woods. For instance, eucalyptus, European plane tree, and Burma teak.

Guest elevator between all four decks

 

ADDITIONAL FEATURES

Indoor/outdoor dining area with sliding glass panels on the bridge deck

Sundeck featuring a large Jacuzzi, ample lounge and sunpad areas, and a gymasium with panoramic views

RYA Personal Water Craft training school and an impressive collection of water toys

 

REGULAR CHARTER RATE

Benetti yacht charter vessel GALAXY is priced at a weekly rate of Euro € 255,000, plus running expenses.

In conclusion, Galaxy is an ideal yacht for The Superyacht Experience™.

WANT MORE INFORMATION TO YACHT CHARTER

Contact us for a sample Western Mediterranean itinerary, In addition, we provide you sample menus.  Client testimonials?  Check.  Anything else?  Just ask.  Click https://www.1800yachtcharters.com/book-now-contact-us/ to reach us right now!

 

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Best Airport for Caribbean Catamaran Yacht Charter

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QUESTION

“We live in the USA.  I’ve been told crewed catamaran charters are the best way to enjoy a yachting vacation in the Virgin Islands.  Do you have any suggestions as to the most convenient, best airports?     Jenny S.

 

ANSWER

Hi Jenny.  We are thrilled to hear about your plans – a travel writer once described a Caribbean sailing yacht charter as, “One of the top five vacations in the world!”

If you wish to explore the US Virgin Islands (USVI), then the Cyril E. King International Airport (airport code:  STT), in St.Thomas  is your best bet. 

Photo of the Cyril E. King airport in St. Thomas, USVI.. The photo is taken from the parking lot toward the main building. There is a beautiful green mountain in the background.

ANSWER CONTINUES

Note:  There is also an airport in St. Croix, the Henry E. Rohlsen International Airport, St. Croix (STX). However, very few catamaran and sailboat rental companies operate from St. Croix, as there are very few calm anchorage areas.
So who flies into STT (St. Thomas)?  As to major airlines flying from the United States to Saint Thomas, Delta has flights to Saint Thomas Cyril E King, American Airlines has flights to STT Cyril E King, and US Airways has flights to Saint Thomas Cyril E King International Airport.  You’ll find both direct flights as well as connecting flights through San Juan, Puerto Rico in the Spanish Virgin Islands.

NOW WHAT?

Now that you know HOW to get there, here are three crewed catamaran sailing yachts available for charter in the Virgin Islands.Sunreef 70 catamaran MUSE 

Fountaine Pajot Galathea 65 catamaran WORLD’S END 

Lagoon 62 luxury yacht charter catamaran GO FREE 

HOW TO BOOK A YACHT CHARTER

To charter your own private luxury yacht, contact 1-800 Yacht Charters at https://www.1800yachtcharters.com/book-now-contact-us/

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Cannes Film Festival: Superyacht Rolls Out Red Carpet For Cannes Film Festival Yacht Charter

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CANNES FILM FESTIVAL YACHT CHARTER

The owner of a 45 meter Heesen motoryacht wants to see you on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival, and hopes a 30% charter discount will convince you to attend the soiree.
Mediterranean yacht charter stalwart, motor yacht SEA DWELLER is available for the Cannes Film Festival as well as the Monaco Grand Prix,  at a rate of $21,000 USD per day, with a minimum 5 day rental.  Her regular daily rate is $30,000 USD.

Photograph of motoryacht with blue hull and white superstructure, running

 

 

YACHT SPECIFICATIONS

Built by Heesen, a leading Dutch builder of superyacht vessels.   Motor yacht SEA DWELLER was refit to spectacular condition in 2011. 

ACCOMMODATIONS

She accommodates 10 guests sleeping. In specific, 12 guests cruising, total. 

Her cabin configuration includes a master suite with king double. Her ensuite bath has a jacuzzi tub, shower, and twin sinks.

Two queen double cabins have ensuite showers.

Ensuite showers also exist in her 2 twin cabins.

 

SOCIAL FUNCTIONS

The perfect yacht for social functions, there is ample deckspace for up to 80 guests for cocktail parties.  This scenario perfectly exemplifies while dockside in Cannes or along the quay in Monaco.  NOTE:  Actual headcount for static event yacht charters is subject to Owner’s final approval.

 

HOW TO BOOK A YACHT CHARTER CANNES FILM FESTIVAL

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Catamaran Anassa Luxury Yacht Charter Deal

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PRESENTING CATAMARAN ANASSA

A multihull hopes to fill her last available slot for a crewed catamaran charter this summer.  The owner of Sunreef 62 sail catamaran ANASSA offers an astonishing discount of 50%.  It is a leisurely cruise from Reggio, Italy to Kos, Greece. 

RATE

This beautiful yacht is normally € 22,000 per week plus expenses.  Her special reduced rate for the week is € 11,000 EUROS plus expenses. VAT is included.
Profile photograph of black-hulled catamaran sailboat, ANASSA, under sail. She is headed to the left center side of the photo.

Catamaran sailboat ANASSA

YACHT SCHEDULE

Sailing catamaran ANASSA is open the week of September 13th-20th .  She is available to take her guests from the sun-kissed shores of the Italian Riviera.  They then head to the delightfully warm and picturesque Greek Islands.  Greece has traditional hillside, and whitewashed villages.

ABOUT THE BOAT

The catamaran launched in 2008.  She is a popular fixture in the Greece yacht charter market for over 4 years. This sailing cat is well-equipped and offers a very nice interior style as well as teak decks right up to the bow. Accommodations for 8 to 10 guests are provided in 5 staterooms 

ITINERARY FOR CHARTER SPECIAL

Captain Andreadis Prodromos has prepared a sample itinerary for this special cruise:

  • 13th of September: Boarding at 5pm in Reggio and overnight sail to Cephalonia. Arrive in Cephalonia in the afternoon the next day.
  • Sept 14th: Overnight stay in Cephalonia
  • 15th of Sept: Depart early in the morning for Trizonia, where you will spend the night.
  • Sept 16th: Early departure for the Corinth Canal and passage to Aegina. Overnight stay in Aegina
  • 17th of September: Aegina to Syros
  • Sept 18th: Syros to Amorgos
  • 19th of September: Amorgos to Kos
  • Sept 20th: Disembarkation in Kos at 5pm
  • September is a perfect time to cruise in the Mediterranean.  The waters are still warm.  Most of the summer tourists have departed for home.  The anchorages are uncrowded and serene.

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Celebrity Yacht Charter | Leo DiCaprio On Yacht With Bikini-Clad Women

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POOR LEO

Yes, poor Leo.  The “Django Unchained” star was hard at work, toiling away like the rest of us 9 to 5 “lunchpailers.”  Specifically after being snubbed by the Oscar voters.

Well…maybe “toiling” is not the right word. 

 

WHERE DID DiCAPRIO GO AFTER ACADEMY AWARDS?

DiCaprio skipped the Academy Awards ceremony.  He then lounges on a docked yacht in southern California on Monday.  Furthermore, surrounded by bikini-clad women.  Ahhhh, the good life.
The actor went without a nomination for his work in Django, but co-star Christoph Waltz picked up the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, while director Quentin Tarantino snared an Oscar for Best Original Screenplay. 
Photo of Leonardo DiCaprio on the deck of a yacht with 5 bikini-clad young women on deck with him

LEONARDO THE YACHTSMAN

DiCaprio is no stranger to yachting, beautiful women on superyachts, or our blog.   He has been known to enjoy luxury sailing charter vacations to remote locales such as Cuba, and is often seen onboard Mediterranean yacht charter vessels such as the Steven Spielberg yacht, SEVEN SEASRemember Leo’s spending time with friend Blake Lively onboard motor yacht Seven Seas in 2011??

THE WOLF OF WALL STREET

Leo was onboard, reshooting scenes.  Moreover, for his upcoming movie, “The Wolf of Wall Street.”  He sports white linen pants, sunglasses, and a slicked-back 80’s hairstyle.  The 38 year-old actor portrays real-life stockbroker, Jordan Belfort, in a Martin Scorsese film.  In specific, the film is about Belfort and his role in the Wall Street fraud case in the 1980’s.

MARGOT ROBBIE IN SWIMSUIT

Five women in bathing suits joined Leo on the yacht for the re-shoot.  For instance, co-star Margot Robbie, dressed in an eye-catching gold one-piece bathing suit with a plunging neckline.  Robbie plays Belfort’s wife, Nadine.  

At one point, Leo kisses Margot for the cameras. 

 
Photo of Leonardo DiCaprio on the deck of a yacht, surrounded by girls in bikinis. He is kissing a blond in a gold bikini.

#dicaprio  #yachtcharter  #thesuperyachtexperience

 

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Center Stage Belongs To Florida Luxury Yacht Charter Vessels at Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show

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WELCOME THE FT. LAUDERDALE YACHT SHOW

The  2013 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, October 31-Nov 4, 2013, has drawn to a close.  Picture-perfect weather brought out record numbers of boating enthusiasts.

54th ANNUAL

The 54th installment of the annual Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, FLIBS, covers six locations and over 3 million square feet of space. Exhibits range from yacht builders and designers, to exotic cars and brokerage yachts. A variety of boats are on display, both in water and on land – runabouts, center consoles, cabin cruisers, skiffs, sailing yachts, tenders, superyachts, megayachts, powerboats, catamarans, and monohull sailboats.
Aerial photograph of the Ft. Lauderdale Boat Show. Thousands of yachts at docks.
Of course the star attractions each year remain the extraordinary superyacht vessels that dominate the Caribbean yacht charter marketplace each winter.  
“For us, FLIBS represents the launch of the winter charter season,” says Jana Sheeder , President of SailAway Yacht Charters and 1-800 Yacht Charters“This is our chance to introduce our clients to the winter season’s best options for Florida yacht charter vacations.  Additionally, many of these yachts will consider relocating to the nearby islands to accept Bahamas yacht charter bookings.”

YACHTS IN ATTENDANCE

Among the charter yachts on hand at FLIBS were: 
2009 187 foot #sailboat yacht MONTIGNE 
2010 224 foot Nobiskrug motor yacht SYCARA V
2010 190 foot Trinity super yacht MI SUENO

WATERTOY UPDATES

In addition to the hundreds of yachts on display, Sheeder points out the show is the perfect venue for inspecting and testing the hottest new watertoys.
“If we see a ‘must have’ toy that we feel will enhance the charter experience for our clients, we’ll be the first to promote it to the charter yacht owners.  There is truly something for everyone at FLIBS.”

HOW TO RENT A YACHT CHARTER

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Destination Italy | Where Is Positano?

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Photograph of Positano in Italy. Photo taken from up on the hill.  The mountain to the left is covered in multicolored houses that are on a slant overlooking the ocean.  The bay is filled with sailboats and motoryachts at anchor. There is a pink cloud in the background, as if the photo was taken at sunset.

Amalfi Coast – Positano – Yacht Charter Italy

Caribbean yacht charter vacations are popular to American tourists.  However, the Italian coastline draws far more visitors annually. This is for both land and sea holidays.

The most famous stretch of coastline in Italy is the Amalfi Coast. It stretches south from the peninsula of Sorrento.  Here you will find multiple features. For instance, quaint fishing villages along a ragged-mountain cliffline, bordered by the clear, azure sea.

Amalfi Coast yacht charters take place along the northern end of the Bay of Naples.  They often encompass the volcanic island of Ischia. Even more often, they include nearby Capri.

A popular destination while enjoying an Italy yacht charter is the town of Positano.   Many flock here. For example, artists, rock stars, actors, and novelists have visited for decades. Here, you can climb the fabled narrow streets to visit one of the local designer showrooms and elegant boutiques, where clothes and sandals are made to order.

The city of Positano, Italy is located in the province of Salerno, and the region of Campania.  The location coordinates on a map are:  40° 38?N 14°29?E Positano is 17km (10 miles) west of Amalfi; 51km (101 miles) west of Salerno; and 56km (35 miles) southeast of Naples.

The closest airport, suitable for private jets and regional commercial carriers is the Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport (IATA: QSR, ICAO: LIRI), located in the municipality of Pontecagnano Faiano.

 Many spectacular yachts will be cruising the Amalfi Coast. One impressive and elegant example is motoryacht CHECKMATE, a Benetti luxury yacht in the charter market.

HOW TO RENT A YACHT IN ITALY

Considering a getaway to Italy and the Amalfi Coast this summer?  The most beautiful views are gained by sea – from the deck of your own private charter yacht.  Here, you can relax far away from the tourists and the traffic and marvel as the pastel colors of the buildings dance in the setting sun… 

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Enjoy 121 foot Yacht at St. Lucia Jazz Festival

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SPECIAL RATE FOR FESTIVAL ATTENDANCE

The owner and crew of Crescent motor yacht OLGA have an exciting announcement!  They are keen to secure a Caribbean yacht charter reservation. They want it during the upcoming St. Lucia Jazz Festival, April 30 – May 12.

st. lucia jazz and arts festival yacht charter special events

HOW IS PRICE DISCOUNTED?

The popular mega yacht charter vessel waives all delivery fees. Thus, she can be in the islands of the Grenadines. She accepts bookings between April 26 and May 25.  Take advantage of this opportunity! 

ACTIVITIES IN ST. LUCIA

Discover St. Lucia and the Grenadines.  There are many fun Caribbean activities. For instance, scuba diving, hiking, zip-lining, biking, and horseback riding abound.  For a touch of tranquility, the amenities at several world renowned spas, resorts, and wellness centers in the Grenadines.

EDITOR’S NOTE

There is little reason to spend extra money visiting a spa.  Crescent yacht OLGA (ex BARONESS), has a licensed massage therapist in the crew!!!

Photograph of massage therapist and client (who is on massage bed) on the back of a superyacht. There is another motoryacht anchored behind them, in the distance.

 

WATERTOYS

The yacht carries watertoys found on much larger superyachts.   Motoryacht OLGA’s toy list includes 22’6″ Novurania with 150 hp Yamaha outboard engine, Yamaha 3-person waverunner, Dive compressor and SCUBA gear for certified divers.  She also features snorkel equipment, 13′ Hobie Wave Catamaran, and 2,  2-person kayaks.  In addition, she carries 2 paddle boards, towable toys including water skis, knee board, tube, molecule tube, surf boards, and fishing rods and gear.

ACCOMMODATIONS

There is room for you and your friends or family.  For example, the yacht accommodates 8 guests in 5 staterooms.

CREW

What makes Olga amazing?  Firstly, Olga has a multilingual (English, French, Spanish, and Thai) and multi-talented crew. For instance, Captain Bernard Calot, Chef Philippe Le Scelleur, Mate David McCoy, Chief Stewardess/Masseuse Sarah Herrera, Stewardess/Masseuse Jiwan Kongtup, and Deckhand Patricio Ramirez. 

ST. LUCIA JAZZ FESTIVAL

Oops – we almost forgot to mention the St. Lucia Jazz Festival!!!

CARIBBEAN CULTURAL EVENT

Secondly, the Jazz Festival is considered the Caribbean’s premier cultural event.  The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival attracts thousands to St Lucia.  Cultural enthusiasts, festival lovers, and music aficionados are wooed by over 50 world-acclaimed entertainers and artisans. The Festival occurs over 13 days.  It runs from April 30 to May 12, 2013.

CHARTER RATE

Finally, the weekly charter rate for M/Y OLGA is $59,000 plus running expenses (for example, food, fuel, dockage, bar, etc.)

HOW TO RENT A YACHT

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Ever Wonder Why Lemon Is Served With Fish?

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LADY MARGARET

Recently, Anne, a friendly rival yacht charter broker, was in the islands inspecting yachts and meeting with crews.  While there, she had a chance to sample what she described as “mouth watering” salmon cakes, prepared by chef Bruna Tatarow onboard Horizon motor yacht Lady Margaret, a 64 foot Virgin Islands yacht charter vessel.   

 

LEMON WEDGES

Anne mentioned Bruna provided lime rather than the standard lemon wedges, and that got me thinkin’…

 

WHY LEMON?

WHY is lemon almost always served with fish?

I ran the question by the gang in our Puerto Rico yacht charter office (not sure why, but I figured our friends who live in the islands consume more fish than our meat-lovin’ team in the states). 

 

SAN JUAN ANSWER

The Puerto Rican team seemed to have an answer right away.  Maria, our office manager in San Juan, emailed this explanation:

“Originally, the lemon was served, not because it gave flavor to the fish, but because it was believed that the acidic juice of the lemon would dissolve any bones that might be swallowed.”

 

Photograph of a beautiful dinner prepared at a restaurant. The plate is dark. There is lighting on it. There is a tomato salad on the left side of the plate. There is a stack of fish held together with a toothpick and blackberry at the top at the top right side of the plate. There is a round dish of brown sauce between the salad and the fish.

Why is Lemon Used in Fish Dishes?

Wow…I had no idea…

 

Since I no longer feel as compelled to serve lemon with fish dishes, I’ll share with you Chef Bruna’s brunch-time recipe for spicy salmon cakes topped with a mango tartar sauce. Lime is her choice for tartness…
[Note: Thank you, Chef Bruna for the wonderful recipe and thank you,Captain Jan Robinson for the photo of the salmon cakes, from your Ship to Shore Cookbook.]
ENJOY!

Spicy Salmon Cakes with Mango Tartar

 

INGREDIENTS

Tartar Sauce:
·         1 cup peeled, diced ripe mango (1 large)
·         1/2 cup mayonnaise
·         1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
·         Pinch salt and freshly ground black pepper

Salmon Cakes:
·         Vegetable oil, for frying
·         1 lb cooked salmon, flaked
·         1 cup panko
·         2 eggs, lightly beaten
·         3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves
·         3 tablespoons chopped shallots
·         1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
·         1/4 teaspoon salt
·         Freshly ground black pepper
·         1/3 cup cornmeal

 

DIRECTIONS

To make tartar sauce, whisk together the mango, mayonnaise, capers, and salt and pepper, to taste, in a medium bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
Heat 1/4-inch of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.  Put the salmon in a medium bowl and break it up with a fork, watch for bones. Add the panko, eggs, parsley, shallots, cayenne and salt. Season with black pepper, to taste, and mix well. Form the mixture into 12 cakes and coat them with the cornmeal.  Carefully put the cakes in the oil, 5 or 6 at a time, and cook until golden brown; about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper-towel lined plate to drain. Arrange them on a serving platter and serve immediately with tartar sauce. 

YIELD

1 1/2 cups

HOW TO RENT A YACHT WITH GOURMET CHEF

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Excellence Abounds on Abeking and Rasmussen Yacht

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PRESENTING EXCELLENCE V

Today we shine the spotlight on the Abeking & Rasmussen yacht EXCELLENCE V.   She is the 5th vessel in an eponymous line of highly successful superyachts.

 

THE SUPERYACHT EXPERIENCE™

German-built, this 60 meter lady combines elegant design with a sense of space.  She stretches far beyond her physical dimensions.  Indeed, the interior volumes of motoryacht EXCELLENCE V  are far more common on Mediterranean yacht charter vessels in the 70 to 75 meter range.  She is a beautiful yacht who delivers The Superyacht Experience™ by 1-800 Yacht Charters to discerning clients.

Aerial photograph of motoryacht EXCELLENCE V underway. It has a blue hull and white superstructure. It is headed toward the top right corner of the photo.

 

HER DESIGN

The owner turns to London based Reymond Langton Design to develop a special design approach. For instance, where space is optimally utilized to meet charter guests’ needs. This approach is most evident within the guest staterooms. The master is located on the upper deck.  In addition, more staterooms are situated on the main fore deck. These sleeping quarters offer interesting concepts.  For example, large windows, spaciousness, and easy accessibility.

 

THE YACHT EXTERIOR

The exterior of the yacht embodies the sense of space provided in the interior.  Her sleek lines, navy blue hull, and white superstructure portray a classic style with a contemporary feel.

Architecturally, major design amenities include:

  • Beach club to starboard

  • Port-side gym and massage room
  • Onboard Cinema
  • Aft swimming and dive platform

 

FLEXIBILITY AND COMFORT

A further example of the yacht’s reverence to flexibility and comfort is the tender launching area, which can be directly accessed from the double suite aft of the master stateroom [perfect for discreet getaways, without disturbing other onboard guests].

 

INTERIOR STYLE

Overall, her interior style is sophisticated and grand.  A central elevator connects all five decks, while a spiral staircase provides access to each interior level. Glossy dark wooden wall panels frame the staircase, and natural stone floors complete the elegant feel.

Throughout the saloon and living spaces, soft upholstery and cushions, and curvy furniture are blended together in colors of grays, light beige and hints of red.

 

HER WARMTH

The same colors, warmth, and intimate feel of the interior flow outward to the exterior lounge areas. Here L-shaped couches actually face outward, allowing guests to enjoy the sweeping panorama from the uncluttered deck areas.

 

 

FAVORITE DECK

A favorite deck area is the privacy deck directly outside the master stateroom.  Here, the guests can enjoy impressive views from either the large cockpit or the private Jacuzzi tub.  Adjacent lounge pads turn this oasis into a private sun deck for the lead charter guests.

For social gatherings, the yacht offers a wonderfully-appointed sun deck featuring a Jacuzzi tub, wet bar, sun pads, and intimate cockpit area.

 

 

WATERSPORTS TOYS

For active charterers, the yacht holds 4 sets of SCUBA gear (for rendezvous diving), waverunners, SUPs (Stand Up Paddleboards), kayaks, SeaBob, a water trampoline, and many other water sports toys.

Possibilities are endless onboard Abeking & Rasmussen superyacht, EXCELLENCE V.  Charterers will simply be amazed by the space, elegant design, and the variety of options for fun and relaxation.

 

HOW DO I BOOK A YACHT CHARTER VACATION?

Thinking about a year-end vacation in the Caribbean? For more information on how to arrange a Christmas or New Year’s Eve St Barts  yacht charter vacation onboard this luxury megayacht, contact 1-800 Yacht Charters at https://www.1800yachtcharters.com/book-now-contact-us/

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