Most years, new launches depart from shipyards bound for the Mediterranean in time for the summer charter season—with savvy clients strategizing to be among the first parties welcomed aboard. The pandemic caused a blip in that pattern, making new launches a lot harder to book for a couple of years, but quite a few charter companies are now advertising 2023 and 2024 builds with itineraries available in the most popular cruising grounds all along the West and East Mediterranean.

As you can see in the images on the opposite page, these new builds come in all kinds of styles, from eco-friendly power catamarans to motoryachts with sole-to-ceiling glazing. Some are among just a handful of newer models out cruising anywhere on the world’s waters, for private or charter use.

The Benetti Alluria, for instance, was one of just eight Motopanfilo 37M hulls when it launched last year. Amenities include a full-beam master stateroom, a foredeck pool and sun pads, and an Axopar Brabus 900 chase boat for looking sharp when heading into port.

The Sunseeker 86 Mowana is also a notable newer build, with a top speed of 28 knots and a cruising speed of 19 knots for making the runs easy between waypoints. Guest areas are forward and aft, letting charter clients avoid prying eyes no matter how the yacht is situated in an anchorage. Inside, one of the four staterooms has a bunk-style Pullman along with twin berths, creating an enclave for the kids.

Yet another interesting new offering is Catallaxy, a Sunreef 60 Eco sailing yacht. It has a full-beam bow terrace in addition to a guest area on the flybridge and an outdoor relaxation area aft.

Of course, destinations in the Mediterranean are classics, but visiting them in the comfort of a brand-new yacht only enhances the charter experience.

The Adriatic Sea

• Croatia has become a full-on popular summer charter destination, with its coastline full of villages, cities and islands to explore. An increasing number of charter yachts offer itineraries here each year.
• Vrbnik is in the north, while Split and Dubrovnik are popular destinations farther to the south.
• Dubrovnik is especially popular with fans of the HBO series Game of Thrones, which filmed many of its episodes in and around the city.

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The charter team at IYC has just welcomed not one, but two Custom Line yachts into the fleet for bookings this summer in the East Mediterranean.

First up is the 93-foot Custom Line At One. This is a brand-new build that was just delivered to its owners for 2024. The yacht has a bunch of modern bells and whistles—including high-speed Internet connectivity via Starlink, and dual stabilizers with a gyro and fins for added guest comfort at anchor and underway.  

Accommodations aboard At One are for 10 guests in five staterooms. Those guests will have access to a bevy of tenders and toys, including a nearly 12-foot Highfield tender, a pair of Seabobs, standup paddleboards, a Hobie Eclipse, water skis, wakeboards and snorkeling gear.

Inquiries for bookings aboard At One are being accepted this summer in Greece, where the yacht is expected to remain at least through the end of September. Bookings are also being taken now for the 2025 summer season in Greece.

Also new to the IYC fleet is the 108-foot Custom Line Daloli. This is a 2011 build that most recently was refitted in 2022, and that is also accepting inquiries for Greece yacht charter this summer.

Daloli accommodates as many as nine guests in five staterooms, including a master on the main deck. 

Onboard amenities include an outdoor hot tub and barbecue. The yacht has stabilizers for added guest comfort, and it charters with a crew of seven that has spent many years together as a team. 

Tenders and toys for guests to use during a charter aboard Daloli include a 26-foot ZAR tender, a 13-foot Grand tender, a Sea-Doo, a trio of Seabobs, water skis for adults and children, wakeboards, a water slide, standup paddleboards and fishing gear. An unusual offering from the yacht’s toybox is a pair of canoes for guests who want to paddle around quiet anchorages.

Greece Yacht Charter Options: The Greek Isles are some of the world’s most popular cruising grounds during the summer season. There are numerous archipelagos to explore, whether a charter booking is for a week or a month. Many of the islands have ancient ruins along with local tavernas and beaches. Land-and-sea itineraries can also be fun in this part of the world, with Athens on the mainland filled with landmarks from ancient Greek civilization.

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As the summer yacht charter season nears its peak, several popular charter fleets have added yachts in destinations all around the world.

In the Bahamas, Fraser just welcomed the 107-foot Burger Silver Seas. It’s a 1998 build that most recently was refitted in 2022, and that will base in the Bahamas all year round. Accommodations are for eight guests in four staterooms that can be set up for families or groups of couples. This yacht charters with an Intrepid tender for watersports fun.

Up in New England, Edmiston has welcomed 168-foot Feadship Acta to the charter fleet. Acta is a 2007 build that accommodates 10 guests in five staterooms. Equipment includes Quantum zero-speed stabilizers for guest comfort at anchor, and the yacht has a wheelchair-accessible elevator and side deck. The master stateroom is on the bridge deck with expansive views.

For charter clients seeking more exotic locales, IYC has just added the 131-foot Westport Rule No. 1 to its fleet, with inquiries being accepted through September 2025 for Panama, Mexico and Costa Rica. Rule No. 1 is a 2011 build that most recently was refitted in 2023, with accommodations for 12 guests in five staterooms. This yacht charters with a 37-foot Freeman tender for fishing, and has toys that include an inflatable slide.

Also available farther afield is the 75-foot Sunreef Diana, a sailing catamaran that’s in French Polynesia as part of the Y.CO fleet. Diana is a 2017 build that just completed a refit this year. The yacht accommodates eight guests in four staterooms. Amenities and crew services include a hot tub, a fitness trainer, a masseuse, a yoga instructor, and various water toys.

In Croatia and the West Mediterranean, the 137-foot Kingship Ocean’s Seven has joined the Fraser fleet. This is a 2012 build that was most recently refitted this year. Interiors on the yacht are by Vripack, with five staterooms for 10 guests. The master spans the full beam on the main deck and has a king-size berth.

Are there any options being advertised for scuba diving? Indeed, Edmiston says the 154-foot Feadship Lady Victoria is still accepting inquiries this summer in the Bahamas, and is offering scuba diving right from the yacht. Accommodations are for 12 guests in six staterooms, with a master that has its own deck and a VIP on the main deck. The swim platform can be extended and raised for diving, or submerged for guests who want to step right into the sea.

How to book a week on board: contact a charter broker at fraseryachts.com, edmiston.com, iyc.com or y.co.

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Five notable yachts just became available for charter in the West Mediterranean, with plenty of time left to book itineraries before the current season is over.

First up is Zazou, a 213-foot Benetti that launched in 2021. It’s new to the charter fleet at Y.CO, with plans to base in the South of France and Corsica. This is the first time that Zazou is being opened for charters, with availability beginning mid-August.

“Ideal for families, she is elegant and sophisticated thanks to her stunning interior,” Sioned Williams of Y.CO Charter Management stated in a press release. Notable features include a gymnasium, treatment room, outdoor cinema and beach club. Accommodations are for 10 guests in five staterooms.

Y.CO also just welcomed the new-for-2024 Benetti Dyna to the charter fleet in the Mediterranean. Dates are available in September and October.

Accommodations aboard Dyna are for 12 guests in six staterooms. Amenities include a main-deck pool, a cinema, a spa and a master stateroom with a private balcony.

“Dyna is a particularly fine example of the B.Now 50m Oasis model,” Yasmine Naitijja of Y.CO Charter Management stated in a press release. “No expense has been spared in the finishes throughout. The spa area is a real onboard highlight, as is the large main-deck pool, while the stylish Novamarine Black Shiver chase boat offers enhanced exploration.”

Also now available in the West Mediterranean is Alma III, a 97-foot Azimut that was just delivered to the owners from the shipyard in June. It’s part of the Fraser charter fleet and will have availability in August from Sardinia.

According to the Fraser team, Alma III is the only Azimut Magellano 30 currently on the charter market. Exterior design is by Ken Freivokh, and accommodations are for 10 guests in five staterooms. The master is full beam on the main deck.

In the IYC charter fleet in Greece, guests can book the 82-foot Maiora El Pecado, which became available earlier this summer. The yacht is a 2014 build that IYC’s team says is in “impeccable condition” with accommodations for as many as nine guests in four staterooms.

Notable features and equipment on El Pecado include low fuel consumption and at-anchor stabilizers for guest comfort.

Also in Greece with IYC is the 107-foot Custom Line My Mistake, a 2023 build that accommodates 10 guests in five staterooms. The IYC team notes that this yacht has a child-friendly setup, meaning it is a good choice for bookings with families.

Top speed aboard My Mistake is reportedly 26 knots, which should make short work of cruising between the Greek Isles while leaving more time for fun at anchor and in harbors.

When does the Mediterranean yacht-charter season end? The high season is over at the end of August, but with nice weather, the cruising in some parts of the region can be terrific well into October.

How to book a week on board: Contact a charter broker at y.co, iyc.com or fraseryachts.com

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The West Mediterranean remains by far the most popular destination in the world for summertime crewed yacht charters, and plenty of bookings take place in the Bahamas as well. For summer 2024, charter clients also have options in New England, Scotland, Norway and Croatia—including at least one yacht being offered for the first time.

Starting closest to home in New England, Fraser has welcomed the 164-foot Christensen Chasseur to the charter fleet. This is a 2016 build that most recently was refitted in 2022, and that accommodates 12 guests in six staterooms. The master spans the full beam on the main deck, and there’s a full-beam VIP stateroom belowdecks. A wheelchair-accessible elevator serves all the decks. New for guests to use this year is a 2024 Intrepid tender.

For charter guests who want to head farther afield, Edmiston says the 200-foot Feadship Samadhi is offering bookings in Scotland and Norway. Samadhi is a 2006 build that is in refit now, with work expected to be finished by July. The yacht will have a heated swimming pool on the main deck aft, a refitted sky lounge, and a new spa with a sauna, cold plunge, massage space and hair salon. Accommodations are for 12 guests in six staterooms.

Meanwhile, in the Eastern Mediterranean, Fraser says the 184-foot Baba’s—the largest Hargrave built to date—is accepting inquiries for charter bookings in Croatia (in addition to France and Italy in the West Mediterranean). Baba’s is a 2020 build that accommodates 12 guests in six staterooms. Four of the staterooms have king-size berths, and the VIP is located on the sky lounge deck. An elevator services all decks.

Also in the East Mediterranean is Aquila, a 135-foot Baglietto that’s new to the IYC charter fleet. The yacht, built in 2004 and most recently refitted in 2022, is accepting inquiries in Greece, Croatia and Montenegro. Accommodations are for 10 guests with a cinema in the upper salon.

Croatia and Montenegro are also on the itinerary this summer for charters aboard the 180-foot Rossinavi Taleya, which has joined the Hill Robinson fleet. A 2008 build that most recently was refitted in 2023, Taleya accommodates 12 guests in six staterooms.

Greece will also be the place to book the Overmarine Mangusta 105 Wet Panther this summer. Fraser says the 2006 build accommodates as many as 10 guests in four staterooms. Cruising speed is 25 knots for zipping around the Greek Isles at a fast clip.

Also in Greece is the Riva 110 Dolcevita Don’t Worry, which is now part of the IYC fleet. This just-delivered yacht is brand-new for 2024, with accommodations for 10 guests in five staterooms.

In the West Mediterranean: Hill Robinson has welcomed the 97-foot Baccarat, a 28-knot motoryacht built in 2022 by the Italian shipyard Permare.

How to book a week on board: contact any charter broker at fraser.com, edmiston.com, iyc.com or hillrobinson.com

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IYC has listed the 108-foot Mangusta Cosmos for sale with broker Kevin Bonnie, who is managing partner in the Monaco office near the popular Port Hercules that draws some of the largest and most notable superyachts in the world.

Mangusta has long been a popular brand of motoryacht for owners who want head-turning speed and sleek styling. As Yachting reported a few years ago, Italian entrepreneur Giuseppe Balducci founded the company during the 1980s, taking on Tecnomarine’s then-dominant Cobra design. Balducci named his company after the Italian word for mongoose—mangusta—because the animal uses speed and agility to pounce on and kill venomous snakes such as cobras. The Mangusta brand entered the yachting scene in 1985 and has continued to build its fan base globally ever since.

Cosmos, launched in 2004, has all the sleek styling and speed for which the Mangusta brand is known. According to IYC, this yacht can achieve a top hop of 33 knots and has a cruising speed of 28 knots, giving it more than enough oomph to shorten the times needed to cruise between ports on the French and Italian Rivieras, or anywhere else.

Also according to IYC, Cobra underwent refits in 2021 and 2023. The work in 2021 included a refit of the salon on the main deck, fresh hull paint, engine service, new upholstery in the outdoors guest areas, upgraded entertainment systems, and the addition of a Williams jet tender.

In 2023, additional work included interior upgrades to the lower deck salon, sofas in the master stateroom and more.

Overall, Cosmos has accommodations for as many as 11 guests in four staterooms, including a stateroom with four bunks that’s ideal for a bevy of kids or teenagers. There’s also a dedicated lounge/games room on the lower deck, for intimate gatherings or for kids to hide out and play away from the adults.

The yacht’s décor is notable for its combination of silver, gray and white elements, creating a modern feeling of power even on the inside. Outdoors, guests have several relaxation areas for splitting up and enjoying the fresh air, including a sizable sun pad with a separate seating area aft, and a hot tub forward. Dining can be set up indoors or outdoors, depending on the weather.

What’s the asking price for the Mangusta Cosmos? The yacht is listed for sale with an asking price of about $3.76 million.

Take the next step: Contact sales broker Kevin Bonnie at iyc.com

Quick Specifications

• Length Overall: 108′
• Maximum Beam: 23’4″
• Staterooms: 4
• Top speed: 33 Knots
• Cruise Speed: 28 Knots

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Several of the world’s leading charter-management companies have welcomed new yachts into their fleets, with inquiries for bookings now being accepted.

Althaus Yachts has added the 116-foot Azimut Grande 36 Ocean One to the charter fleet in the Mediterranean. This yacht is a brand-new, 2023 build that comes with quite the sexy tender: a 60-knot Brabus Shadow 900 Sun-Top Stealth Green Signature Edition. Ocean One can accommodate 12 guests, and has guest amenities including an infinity pool.

Also new to the fleet, with Fraser, is the 132-foot Aegean yacht Donna Del Mare. This yacht is currently completing a refit, with charters expected to be available in the Adriatic Sea between early April and mid-September. Accommodations are for 12 guests along with four supernumeraries such as nannies and bodyguards. Guest amenities include two bars and a sundeck hot tub.

Fraser is also now offering the 156-foot CMB Fortuna for charter in the Mediterranean. This 2023 build has an Espen Øino exterior, interiors by Art-Bel Design, and accommodations for 10 or 11 guests in five staterooms. Guest amenities include a hot tub, barbecue, DJ console, gymnasium and waterside beach club. A 43-foot Venom chase tender is part of the charter package.

Also new to the charter fleet is the 146-foot Intermarine Artemisea, which IYC is offering in Greece. Accommodations are for 10 guests in five staterooms, including a full-beam master. This yacht underwent what IYC calls a major refit this year. Guest amenities include a sundeck hot tub, and IYC says the yacht’s fuel consumption is low.

IYC’s offerings in Greece also now include the 108-foot Lurssen Alaya, which is a classic build from 1965. Alaya was “meticulously refitted” in 2023, according to the charter company, creating the combination of a classic yacht with updated, modern comforts. The original owners modeled the yacht after World War II torpedo boats, giving the yacht a touch of history as well. Accommodations are for 10 or 11 guests in five staterooms, and the owner will consider inquiries for corporate or personal events.

But wait, there’s more: Also new to the charter fleet, with Edmiston, is the 154-foot Feadship Lady Victoria. This 2015 build, which is accepting inquiries for the Caribbean, was most recently refitted in 2022. Accommodations are for 12 guests in their choice of seven staterooms, with interior design by RWD. Exteriors on this yacht are by Dubois.

How to book a week on board: contact a charter broker at althausyachts.com, fraseryachts.com, iyc.com or edmiston.com

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IYC is advertising the 150-foot Trinity True Love for sale. The all-aluminum motoryacht is a 2003 build that had what IYC calls a “comprehensive refit” in 2023, and is being offered at an asking price of $14.6 million through sales consultant Scott Jones in the Monaco office.

According to various reports, True Love is one among six of the 150-footers in the same series that Trinity Yachts turned out of its yard in New Orleans. This vessel is also among dozens of yachts created under the Trinity logo over the years, until new ownership took over and then shut down the shipyard in 2017. The yard’s history dates back to 1988, when it was founded by John Dane in partnership with Billy Smith and Felix Sabates. Trinity was, at one point, one of the most prestigious yacht builders in the United States.

More recently, True Love’s refit work included the installation of new generators and teak decks; engine rebuilds in the machinery space, and updates to the electronics at the helm. Out of sight are new piping and water heaters, adding to guest comfort and systems reliability.

Also according to IYC, True Love has a maximum speed of 22 knots. Cruise speed is 13 knots, with range being 4,000 nautical miles.

Accommodations are for as many as 11 guests in five staterooms. The master spans the full 28-foot beam forward. There are quarters for 10 crew.

Interior décor is by Claudette Bonville. Furnishings lean toward neutrals and whites, offsetting the rich cherry woodwork in the paneling and built-ins. True Love has gold-hued tray ceilings—a hallmark design element of yachts that came out of the Trinity shipyard—with golden pillows and accent pieces to match.

Up on the sundeck, guests have access to a wet bar, oversized barbecue, day head, hot tub and sun pads. Sun loungers are also here, along with a treadmill and a 55-inch flat-screen television.

On the aft deck, there are custom-designed dining tables that can convert into one or two daybeds. This means the aft-deck layout has four possible configurations, depending on whether guests feel like doing more lounging or enjoying more dining. A 55-inch flat-screen television is in this part of the yacht, too.

The asking price for True Love includes watertoys such as a pair of Yamaha Jet Skis and an 18-foot tender. It also includes a waterslide.

Where is True Love available for tours? The yacht is lying in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Take the next step: contact Jones at iyc.com

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Two decidedly different builds from the Sanlorenzo shipyard in Italy have entered the charter market, one booking through IYC and the other listed with Westport Yachts charter management.

The newer of the two yachts is the 145-foot La La Land, a 2023 build that’s now part of the IYC charter fleet. It’s a Lissoni Limited Edition Sanlorenzo X-Space whose owner invested about $3.3 million in options to further enhance the cruising experience.

Accommodations aboard La La Land are for 12 guests in five staterooms—including an owner’s deck with a sky lounge, an alfresco lounge with a freestanding fire pit, a private pantry, an office, a walk-in closet and a head built with a heated sole and steam shower. The master stateroom also has direct access to one of two outdoor hydro massage pools that are on board.

Additional features aboard La La Land include two foldout platforms, a gymnasium, a hammam and a massage room.

The lowest weekly base rate to charter La La Land is about $317,500, with inquiries being accepted for the East and West Mediterranean through September 2024. For winter 2024-25, La La Land is expected to charter in the Caribbean.

Also now chartering is the 108-foot Sanlorenzo Daddy, which is new to the Westport Yachts fleet in the Bahamas this winter.

Daddy is a 2008 build. The charter agent says an extensive 2023 refit has left the yacht presenting in like-new condition. Daddy accommodates eight guests in four staterooms, including a belowdecks amidships master with a king-size berth, espresso machine and fridge. The VIP stateroom is forward with a queen-size berth.

Gathering areas for all eight guests include aft-deck dining, foredeck lounging, and flybridge entertaining with dining, a bar and barbecues. The retractable sunroof has a removable enclosure for extra protection from the elements as needed.

Daddy is also kitted-out for fun in the sun in the Bahamas. The yacht charters with two tenders: a 30-foot Jupiter powered by twin 300-horsepower Yamaha engines, and a 14-foot Walker Bay Venture with a 70-horsepower Yamaha. Watertoys include a two-seat PWC, inflatable paddleboards, tow toys and snorkeling gear.

The lowest weekly base rate to charter Daddy is $65,000. The owner is reportedly eager to secure holiday bookings this winter at a weekly base rate of $70,000, with a one-week holiday minimum.

Are tenders important for yacht charter in the Bahamas? Yes, if you want to make the most of water sports. The area is known for being shallow, which means the mothership can’t get into some areas that a good set of tenders can access for fishing, snorkeling and other activities.

Take the next step: contact a charter broker at iyc.com or westportyachts.com

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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.”

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.

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.

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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