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Dream Holidays Aboard Luxury Yachts

November 1st, 2009

Arn

The Birth of Luxury Yachts

At the beginning of the 20th Century, wealthy individuals began commandeering large private yachts for personal pleasure – this was the dawn of the phrase “luxury yachts”. However, over the last decade or two, there has been a significant increase in the popularity and number of these large private luxury yachts.

Luxury yachts epitomise elegance at sea. Staffed with professional crew and offering supreme service and eagle eyed attention to detail – the interiors of luxury yachts are sure to astound even the most discerning traveller. Luxury yachts represent a self-contained world, with five-star dining, world-class accommodation and every amenity your heart could desire. All this is at your fingertips, whilst cruising some of most magnificent coastlines and ports in the world.

Trips aboard luxury yachts will provide a timeless experience in a floating paradise, instilled with extraordinary moments that will be etched into your memory forever. A holiday onboard a luxury yacht will see you sipping on a cool cocktail while taking in the panoramic view of turquoise waters and burnt orange sunsets. All this is afforded without having to sacrifice on any comforts or quality.

Ideal Destinations for Luxury Yachts

Luxury yachts are particularly bountiful in the Caribbean and Mediterranean Seas, but more recently there has been an increase in luxury yachts cruising to more remote areas of the world. These trendy yacht charter destinations vary from season to season but some of most enjoyed and most popular destinations include:

The Mediterranean

The azure beauty of the Mediterranean lures travellers with its fine wines, spectacular cuisine and alluring history of ancient civilisations and breathtaking architecture.

Western Mediterranean destinations for include; the Balearics, the South of France’s pristine Cote d’Azur, Sicily, the spectacular Amalfi Coast, Corsica and Sardinia’s Cala di Volpe.

Some extraordinary destinations in the Eastern Mediterranean region include the likes of the diverse Greek Islands that tempt admires to visit again and again. The south coast of Turkey and the remarkable Adriatic Sea with Croatia and Montenegro have also proven incredibly popular.

The Caribbean

Ever charming the visitors that arrive on their luxury yachts, the Caribbean abounds with natural beauty and immaculate blue waters. Somewhat of a celebrity playground, the Caribbean is made up of many islands, ideal for leisurely exploration. The most popular of the Caribbean islands, the Virgin Islands is a must visit destination. The magical archipelago, made up of more than forty islands and cays, is an absolute treat.

South East Asia

Encompassing Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, South East Asia has recently grown in popularity when it comes to yachting. The region draws travellers with its collection of exotic islands and magical getaways. Locations in South East Asia are all unique in what they can offer travellers – there is the diversity and rich cultural and historical heritage of the Indonesian islands, the delightfully unspoilt islands and rainforests of the Malay Peninsula or the adventure rich South China Sea.

Activities and Facilities Aboard Luxury Yachts

Regardless of the destination you choose, you can rest assured that you will have access to every amenity to make your stay onboard pure bliss. Rooms on luxury yachts are all professionally designed with fine interior details such as wooden floors, marble columns, plush carpets and granite countertops. Living up to their opulent reputation, most luxury yachts feature entertainment systems, internet access and multimedia centres. Powered luxury yachts are ideal for those who wish to combine elegance with sporting adventure. Most vessels will offer jet skis, waverunners, scuba diving and even windsurfing equipment to explore your surroundings.

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Why buy a Sea Ray

August 12th, 2009

Arn

A little bit of history Sea Ray is the largest manufacturer of pleasure boats in the world. With factories in Tennessee and Florida, Sea Ray has produced boats ranging from 17 foot power cruisers to 60 foot luxury yachts, for over 45 years.

Established in 1959, Sea Ray was one of the first innovative boat builders to use fiberglass in the production of their boats. This, and many other ground-breaking ideas in technology, propelled Sea Ray to be a leader in its field for over 25 years.

In 1986, Sea Ray became part of the Brunswick Corporation, making Brunswick the world’s largest producer of marine engines and boats. The range increased further in 1995 when Ray Industries purchased Baja, the world’s largest manufacturer of performance boats.

Sea Ray’s customer satisfaction is second to none. A dedication to quality means Sea Ray exceed the standards set by the International Organisation of Standards In fact, they are first pleasure boat company to be certified for meeting the high ISO 9002 standards.

The range The four categories of boats, consisting of more than 40 models, include Sport Boats, Sport Cruisers, Sport Yachts, and Yachts.

Sports boats With boats ranging from 5m – 9m, Sea Ray sports boats offer more standard features than any other boats in their class. The 2009 collection includes; the 175 Sport, 205 Sport, 230 Select, 210 and 230 Select Fission and 290 Sundeck.

Sports cruisers Sea Ray sports cruisers are renowned for the highest quality comfort and elegance. These cruisers offer full-colour hulls in a range of gel-coat colours. Sport cruisers are also now produced as standard with the exclusive SmartCraft instrument management system. This system includes the most up to date innovations in marine diagnostics and easy to read low-glare night lighting.

Sports yachts With yachts from 11m -15m, the long lean lines provide a combination of luxury and performance. The new 455 Sundancer also offers a hardtop and full-color hull.

Yachts The uncompromising quality of yachts set the standard of excellence in the boating world. Luxury comes as standard on all Sea Ray yachts, including the brand new 52 Sundancer.

Award-winning Sea Ray is the first pleasure boat manufacturer to meet the ISO 9002 Quality Assurance standards, and has maintained it for over eight years. Every Sea Ray manufacturing facility has received this award.

The Five Star Diamond Award was presented to Sea Ray by The American Academy of Hospitality Sciences as a symbol of excellence. This award is presented to businesses for outstanding commitment to hospitality within their classification.

What to expect Spacious cockpits Thoughtfully designed cabins Materials which are tested and approved by dedicated professionals The largest and most conveniently located group of dealers in the world Experienced and knowledgeable professionals Excellent sales and service

What more can be said?! If you’re looking for a high standard of quality and a huge range of boats with innovative designs, look no further than Sea Ray.

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See the Islands on a Galapagos Cruise

July 16th, 2009

Arn

There is no place in the world like the Galapagos Islands. Tours and cruises to the mysterious islands vary, but there is something for everyone to enjoy in this amazing natural wonder. Experience the unusual volcanic landscape, the array of marine life and the idiosyncratic animals on a Galapagos holiday.

There are a few variations of Galapagos island tours available, depending on how much time you have to spend in this beautifully unique and awe-inspiring place. Only five of the islands are inhabited by humans; the rest are set aside for the province’s protected fauna and flora in the National Parks which occupy all but about three percent of the Galapagos. Tours to the parks will introduce you to a land where giant tortoises live for a century, where birds have blue feet, and where you can see vastly different species like marine iguanas and flightless cormorants taking to the water together.

The best way to absorb the variety of the islands is to embark on a Galapagos cruise which will allow you to see how the animals differ from place to place. You may even be able to notice the variations of finches (or “buntings”) from island to island just as Charles Darwin did on his famous voyage in the nineteenth century.

You can choose between a number of Galapagos cruise experiences, with the craft varying depending on your tastes and length of the voyage. There are graceful sail-powered yachts; large, sturdy vessels that have facilities for ninety passengers; and smaller, sleek luxury yachts with about 20 cabins.

Each boat on the best Galapagos cruises will have its own naturalist guide who will accompany you on daily excursions to the islands, explaining about the curious and unique species of animals you may come across, and how they influenced Charles Darwin’s great theory.

If boats aren’t your thing, or perhaps you would prefer a more settled experience on your Galapagos holiday, cruises aren’t the only option. There are a few hotels on the islands; the recommended hotels are on Santa Cruz. The Royal Palm luxury hotel is one example. It is an exclusive retreat with a dual emphasis on seclusion and nature. Another is the Finch Bay Eco resort, an award-winning hotel with its own beach.

A compromise between the cruise and hotel experiences is one of the Red Mangrove Galapagos Lodges tours. This is a multi-centre style holiday that moves between three hotels over a five day period. You will still get to see three different islands, but without the emphasis on boating. This will suit someone who wants to see the marvel of more than one of the Galapagos Islands, but would prefer to have accommodation on dry land.

Galapagos Islands tours tend to begin in Ecuador, the nearest mainland landmass and the country that controls and protects the islands. Ecuador’s busiest port and largest city is Guayaquil. Some ten-night Galapagos cruise packages will set aside a day for exploration of this vibrant city with its historical district of wooden buildings and riverside monuments.

Peru is the other gateway country for Galapagos Island tours, so you should bear in mind that the best tour operators will help you form an itinerary of your own. Imagine seeing the wonders of the Machu Picchu and the Galapagos in one holiday!

However you approach your Galapagos cruise, the islands are certain to amaze you. Where else can you walk on a cooled lava flow and then have a conversation with a sea lion on the beach?

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