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How to throw the perfect superyacht party.

Published 20 August 2021

Looking to host an impressive party on board a superyacht? Burgess charter experts share their experience to give you inspiration and ideas to make sure your next event is an unforgettable success

The perfect superyacht party

Planning for a milestone birthday, or perhaps there's a family reunion on the horizon? Whatever the occasion, Burgess charter experts know how to help you to experience the good times that make life special. Parties are an institution in the world of yachting, with superyachts providing the ultimate platform for the most exclusive of celebrations.

Whether formal or informal, large group or intimate gathering, a superyacht is a wonderful way of bringing people together in a place where they can truly connect with one another in a relaxed and unique setting.

The Burgess charter team has scoured the world in pursuit of the best locations and yachts, and can recommend the most suitable combination to ensure your superyacht party is memorable for all the right reasons. Whether you want to throw a large cocktail party, a discreet dinner, or both, Burgess will be on hand to ensure everything runs smoothly.

From the booking of your yacht, berth, private jet, and limousine, to a variety of different entertainment options, there is a superyacht and a destination to suit every taste.

Charter yachts that welcome celebrations

MOONLIGHT II

A vast sun deck with big party speakers and lightshow. She has a casino too

Her sea-level beach club converts into a nightclub. Spa, gym, pool - she has it all

Large sun deck area with built-in speakers and karaoke. She has inside and outside cinemas as well

Expansive deck space perfect for early morning yoga on deck or late night dancing at 'Club SEANNA'

Her beach club is a cinema and nightclub in one. A legendary charter yacht

Beach club offers a sauna, shower room, day head and fully equipped bar – perfect set up for a party

MAGNA GRECIA

Under-the-stars cinema and sophisticated nightclub features on the sun deck

BATON ROUGE

Enormous sun deck converts into a disco deck with lightshow, smoke machine, DJ decks and massive speakers

Selecting the right destination

Prefer a private desert island-type setting to celebrate with your friends and family? The  Caribbean and  The Bahamas have plenty of secluded bays in which to anchor and spend quality time with your favourite people. Here is a selection of the finest destinations to host your super, superyacht party.

Spring signals the start of the yachting season on the Côte d’Azur, with the Cannes Film Festival opening the show. From May, the Riviera lights up as A-list celebrities descend to see and be seen at arguably the most glamorous film festival in the world. The best parties are, of course, on board the most exclusive superyachts, berthed in the marina right next to the red carpet at the Palais des Festivals.

Further along the coast, Monaco glitters with seven centuries of regal heritage. The iconic Port d’Hercule is within champagne-popping range of the gilded principality’s world-renowned gourmet restaurants, A-list clubs, and designer boutiques. Sport is also a favourite pastime in Monaco, and the principality hosts several popular events including the Formula 1 Grand Prix in May.

Chartering a superyacht trackside at this event provides not only the best vantage point for you and your guests to watch the action, but also puts you right in the thick of the action where you can literally smell the gasoline and burning tyre rubber from these amazing cars. Burgess has the right contacts to also get you into the pit lane, rubbing shoulders with the drivers before the race, and partying afterwards at the Amber Lounge.

Despite its reputation as the  Balearics ' party-island, Ibiza has more recently evolved to be among the Mediterranean’s most glamorous charter cruising grounds. The vibe throughout the summer season is all about lazy lunches, diving off deck in secret coves, and losing yourself in the rural countryside inland. The White Isle as Ibiza is known, also offers the waterborne visitor an almost unrivalled selection of beach clubs.

Arrive in style by tender and join the glitterati enjoying the sunshine and sunset accompanied by chilled music before heading back on board to celebrate in style. Alternatively, as the sun sets and the vibe picks up a beat or two, head to Ibiza Town’s effortlessly cool hangouts where you can dance until dawn to the world's best DJs.

St Barth is without a doubt the New Year’s Eve capital of the Caribbean. Always a haven for celebrities at any time of year, the island brings in the new year with impromptu New Year’s Eve 'boat hopping' parties and stops at the many beach bars that dot the island. As the clock ticks towards midnight, step up on deck aboard your superyacht for a front row seat to the kaleidoscope of fireworks exploding over Gustavia Harbour.

This French-speaking island is perfect for a lavish New Year’s Eve celebration. Think cocktails on deck, al fresco dinner with friends before cranking up the sound system to celebrate the passing of midnight. Expect relaxed, short-distance cruising as you island-hop through the Leeward Islands in the days following the celebrations. What better way to kick off your year than this?

Harbour Island, Bahamas

The Bahamas offers a variety of activities for parties aboard and ashore. From local restaurants, hanging out with friends at a lively beach bar, or your very own private sunset beach party, whatever you choose to do, the Bahamian culture will facilitate, with festivals, music, dancing and colourful parades continuing into the early hours. 'Fresh up' and enjoy life Bahmian-style.

Harbour Island has recently come into the limelight with the arrival of a handful of chic new places recently opening on the island. With its pink-sand beach and pretty pastel cottages, the shoreline provides a perfect backdrop to sunset cocktails on board, followed by a trip ashore to a party at the legendary Vic-Hum Club. The oldest nightclub on the island, the open-air dancefloor at this humble yet iconic destination has attracted celebrities the world over.

Choosing the right yacht

From the crew to the layout, the facilities and even the décor, there are many facets of a yacht that, when combined, will influence the success of a superyacht party. The most successful charter yachts lend themselves to any type of occasion, be it a cocktail party or formal dinner party.

No matter what the style of celebration, there is a yacht to suit every taste. Likewise the crew can make or break a celebration, whether because they can theme any party in a creative way, or simply because the six-star service and smiling faces will give the party the right vibe.

Burgess yachts with bars

Whether celebrating, drinking sunset cocktails, a pre-dinner drink or watching sports events, the bar on a yacht is generally one of the focal points on board a superyacht. They come in many forms, ranging from wet bars on the sun deck to sit-up bars in the beach club, sky lounge bars and cosy saloon bars, backlit-onyx bars, and elegant marble-top bars.

• FAITH's lower deck beach club bar is jaw-dropping 1 of 4 photos
• EXCELLENCE has a main deck aft bar that also serves those in the pool 2 of 4 photos
• SECRET has a arc of marble-topped bar right next to the entertainment space on the main deck aft 3 of 4 photos
• Of course bars can be set up anywhere, like this one on TRIPLE SEVEN's swim platform 4 of 4 photos

Have fun with a theme

Nothing says party more than people dressing up, and themed parties are almost always popular among charter guests. They create memorable experiences – even more so when the yacht is decked out in appropriately themed decorations.

From an elegant James Bond-themed evening, perhaps with poker and blackjack tables set up, to a retro-style '60s party with a dancefloor and appropriate playlist, or Pirates of the Caribbean, they can revolve around just about any concept imaginable.

For those cruising in the Caribbean, consider a pirate party involving all the family. Many crews are well known for the creativity and polish of their themed parties. While keeping the younger guests entertained with a treasure hunt on the beach, you can enjoy sundowners on the sand.

Back on board enjoy drinks on the sun deck before dining al fresco on the main deck. If you're having a larger bash in port, have your pirate outfits sent ahead and the yacht dressed with pirate paraphernalia. Canapes and rum cocktails can be served in treasure chests!

While in the Mediterranean, perhaps cruising around the  Greek islands , a toga party might involve some Greek cuisine followed by dancing, and then a movie night under the stars with Mamma Mia or My Big, Fat, Greek Wedding on the big screen. Or while in Cannes, a Bollywood party, or in Monaco why not throw a Mexican fiesta during the Grand Prix?

Poolside parties

On the larger more modern superyachts spa pools are generally a given these days, and although some may be limited to a sun deck jacuzzi, the largest of the charter yachts usually have all manner of water features, ranging from infinity pools with waterfalls, glass-bottomed pools, swim-up bars, and pools with counter currents.

And then you have the real party yachts, with swimming pools that turn into dance floors, and built-in DJ booths for the ultimate occasion aboard. The 73m  TITANIA , for example, hosts her guests around the pool deck bar with seating for up to eight guests, and another four seats inside the pool itself, all complete with a DJ set up to create a real pool party atmosphere.

• Some yachts have a pool with a bottom that rises to become a dancefloor 1 of 5 photos
• A glass-bottomed pool creating amazing natural light - and some great photos - in the beach club below 2 of 5 photos
• Pools can be hubs for activity or tranquility, however you like it 3 of 5 photos
• A glass-fronted pool is also great for fun photos 4 of 5 photos
• A great pool is a destination feature on a yacht 5 of 5 photos

Consider your guest list

Whether your party is a small and intimate affair or a large, quayside event, most yachts can accommodate up to 12 guests while cruising and hundreds more while berthed alongside, when different rules apply.

However, understated elegance is key, with fewer guests and more quality time to socialise. In fact, 100-120 guests is often considered the tipping point of human intimacy and interaction, so keep this in mind when considering a larger gathering.

Entertainment

Entertainment systems have always played an important role in the overall yacht party experience. Audio-visual technologies have changed significantly over the past decade, and the most successful charter yachts feature the most up-to-date, state-of-the-art and fully-integrated entertainment systems throughout their guest areas. 

From indoor and outdoor entertainment facilities, and the latest audio-visual equipment (including on-demand movies and music systems available throughout all guest areas and strong Wi-Fi for streaming), to private cinema rooms and outdoor cinema set-ups, almost anything available on land is also possible at sea.

Music and speakers

Music is an essential part of any party, and whether you prefer the dulcet tones of Adele during dinner or the pumping beats of a live DJ set during a dockside party, music always sets the tone. Surround sound systems for yachts with their own dedicated cinemas have become the norm, while built-in speakers on the party deck are fine tuned to deliver the best possible audio quality regardless of the musical genre.

Some yachts have a dual-purpose feature - a sun deck, for example - that transforms into a party deck after dark and music entices guests from open-air dining on the bridge deck below to party upstairs. Live bands are no longer de rigeur, instead world-famous DJs can be booked by your Burgess charter broker to come on board and play their set for your guests, with some big names keen to play private gigs.

Gourmet dining with your own personal chef is obviously one of the principal attractions of any charter vacation, but however delicious the dishes may be, how your meals are presented will have a huge impact on the overall dining experience.

An al fresco or formal dining set-up large enough to seat the number of guests invited is of course a must. For larger, cocktail events, a few different open-air dining options are better suited. The trend for celebrity chefs catering for such large events is on the rise, working hand in hand with your own superyacht chef to create the ultimate tasty menu to wow your guests.

For some, proximity to the ocean is a must, so why not dine in a yacht's beach club right by the water’s edge. The 62m  BATON ROUGE , for example, features an ocean-level beach club that incorporates lounging areas and easy access to the water by day, and transforms into the ultimate al fresco dining area by night.

Alternatively, many modern yachts feature Teppanyaki grills – perfect for guests looking to experience something a little different in a tropical climate. Plus you and your guests get the chef's table experience with wonderful dishes prepared before your very eyes and served straight from the grill.

The raised aft deck seating area aboard the 56m MY SEANNA can be converted into a dancefloor complete with state-of-the-art sound. There's also a backlit bar and lounge/dining area on the bridge deck, a 10-person spa pool that has its own bar, and a beach club at water level. 

The aforementioned 73m  TITANIA also features a beach club, complete with sauna, which can then be converted into a nightclub to continue celebrations into the night. You could even have your make-up and hair done in the yacht's beauty salon before the evening celebrations begin.

Special touches make it memorable

Details make all the difference. Ambient lighting, an attentive crew, the quality of sound or the welcome cocktail, the most successful and memorable superyacht parties are those where the crews have gone the extra mile. The occasions will usually dictate the type of party and the style.

For example, an anniversary celebration might have a more romantic theme, with soft lighting and candles, and elegant crockery and flowers all adding to the intimate sense of occasion. A New Year’s Eve celebration or birthday might however require more of a fun or risqué theme. Whatever you want, it can be done.

Most of the yachts in the Burgess charter fleet are designed for entertaining, with guest areas outstandingly assigned to allow for all manner of occasions according to desire. The yachts in the selection above are just afew of those recommended by Burgess charter experts as welcoming celebrations.

Are you planning something extra special in the coming months? Contact a Burgess charter expert and build the perfect celebration.

To find out more about Burgess’ yachts for sale and yachts for charter , please contact a Burgess broker . Alternatively, get in touch with one of our offices directly: London , Monaco , New York , Miami , Singapore or all other locations .

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PYA heads to Amsterdam for industry discussions at The Superyacht Forum 2023

9 November 2023

The PYA will be attending this year’s 2023 Superyacht Forum in Amsterdam as part of wider industry discussions to improve standards and wellbeing for seafarers.

The Superyacht Forum 2023 is an important event in the calendar for anyone in the superyacht industry, and this year, the streamlined concept of ‘TSF: Connect’ will be focusing on fostering connections, sharing knowledge, and driving innovation within the industry. Meeting and connecting with the key players in our industry continues to be one of the most important and anticipated aspects of The Superyacht Forum.

“We would like to thank the Superyacht Group for inviting us to participate in this year’s event. These important industry discussions at TSF will enable us to better understand emerging trends in the yachting industry and learn perspectives of yacht owners and crew,” said Kim Llorente, Operations Manager at the PYA.

Over the course of the 3 days, The Superyacht Forum (TSF: Connect) will bring together representatives from across the industry. The lineup of events includes networking sessions, partner roundtables, strategic workshops, and one definitive Keynote Debate each day, bringing together a diverse range of speakers and experts to share their insights and perspectives.

Covering a wide range of topics, including sustainability, technology, design, and business strategy, The Superyacht Forum is anticipated to provide important networking opportunities where the future of the yachting business will be discussed. More than 800 delegates from around the world are attending with 30 keynote speeches set to take place.

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The Superyacht Forum Amsterdam Report 2022

Joel Waterhouse, Yachting and Aviation Manager, Mark A. Hagan , VAT Director and David Webb, Yachting and Aviation Senior Associate recently attended The Superyacht Forum Amsterdam. The event was attended by over 600 industry professionals over 3 days in Amsterdam with a focus on sustainability in yachting.

Key discussion topics included how the industry needs to work together to develop and champion solutions to make a better environment for all, specifically focusing on environmental and human factors.

While environmental protestors stormed the event on Day 3, the event organisers took the decision to give them a voice, allowing them on stage to say their piece and, in response, explain the steps the yachting industry as a whole is already taking to reach a common goal.

Key areas such as diversity, inclusion and equality were discussed with the general consensus being that while progress is being made, there is still work to be done by all.

Future trends

Based on current dynamics and capacity, it was proposed that over the next 30 years the number of superyachts in operation globally  could double due to the volume of new builds combined with existing fleet refits, improving the size and quality of the market across the board.

There may also be a change in how yacht ownership looks for the next generation, as newer clients are less obsessed with owning a yacht outright. Instead, choosing to lease, opting for ‘fractional ownership’, or even something entirely new could be more the norm going forward.

Increase in fires

Fires on superyachts are becoming more frequent and there is a lot of research being undertaken to understand what’s causing this. It would be easy to say it is due to less stringent controls in respect of  500GT vessels, reduced expertise during refits due to covid, or perhaps the increase in popularity of lithium batteries, however, insurers, class societies and owners will need to review all factors to ensure yachting is safe for all.

It was proposed to the forum that, in an environment where faith in ‘trickledown’ economics is at an all-time low, the superyacht industry is still a significant positive contributor to local economies. Starting with employing potentially thousands of skilled workers during the build, the finished yachts then support an entire ecosystem of qualified crew, small businesses and a range of complementary professional services for decades during the vessels’ life. All paid for entirely by the owners themselves. Truly helping to spread the wealth!

Finally, as always, the Superyacht Forum is a great place to connect and reconnect with the industry experts who attend. Aside from the show itself, regular networking and breakout sessions allow meaningful conversations with lawyers, advisors, brokers, crew members, pursers, flag representatives, bankers and even competitors to establish how we can work together better in the future. None of this more so than at the Red Ensign Red Party on Day 2, where everyone could discuss mutual topics of interest in a contemporary central Amsterdam location.

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Amsterdam is the ideal location for superyachts, also in terms of regulations and repair facilities.

The city centre is listed on UNESCO's World Heritage List. It has the best berths for superyachts, including the iconic Maritime Museum and the Passenger Terminal Amsterdam.

Amsterdam is a lively city with great museums, luxury shops, culinary restaurants, and famous festivals. A truly unique destination to explore.

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The Superyacht Forum Live Tour

Launched at the Monaco Yacht Show 2021, our team of expert journalists and editors embarked on a new adventure, The Superyacht Forum Live Tour. This project has been rapturously received, adds a unique take on market coverage, and will continue apace in 2022. The year ahead will take our expert team, a film crew and a curated group of industry experts on a journey across Europe to key superyacht hubs, where we will debate, discuss and share ideas for the future, all focused on our Superyacht 2030 mission. The 2022 schedule is outlined below, and we will be delivering dynamic and informative films and documentaries that The Superyacht Group Community can consume on demand throughout the year. To secure a seat on a Live Tour or to attend The Superyacht Forum Live, join The Superyacht Group Community as an Executive Member.

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22 – 25 september 2021.

During the Monaco Yacht Show, our team hosted a series of round table conversations on board yachts and in interesting locations, coupled with One to One interviews and candid chats with industry players on the dock. Due to social distancing protocols, we were unable to host larger gatherings. All our Live Tour documentaries and mini-films are available online in our on-demand section.

The Viareggio to Livorno Tour

20 – 24 october 2021.

In October, The Superyacht Forum Live Tour team will flew to Pisa for a tour of Italy’s Tuscan new build and refit infrastructure. This tour will coincided with the YARE 2021 event, where we will discussed and debated with the refit sector, the future of the market, combined with candid conversations with many of the captains who attended YARE.

Germany to Holland

The next destination on the Superyacht Forum Live Tour will be Germany and Holland, and we will travel from Hamburg to Vlissingen incorporating all of the major shipyards and technology centres, as our longest and most diverse tour across the most exciting build programmes in the industry.

The Superyacht Forum Live

15-17 november.

Alongside our partners at METSTRADE we will deliver a more dynamic event in the live, virtual and on-demand format of The Superyacht Forum Live in Amsterdam. By November, the market will start travelling again and we look forward to hosting over 800 delegates at this event, getting back to some form of normality and bringing the market together again for a series of debates, keynotes, workshops and of course the much missed social programmes.

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DUTCH SUPERYACHT TECH CAMPUS

The development project by larendael.

Welcome to the visionary project Dutch Superyacht Tech Campus, nestled in Amsterdam's western port area, spanning 66 hectares and poised to redefine the boundaries of yacht production in the Netherlands and beyond.

The Dutch Superyacht Tech Campus, development by the investment company Larendael , provides a unique opportunity for all companies involved in yacht production, maintenance, and refits to acquire or lease dedicated spaces.

The Campus acts as a vibrant hub that fosters collaboration and synergy among industry professionals, while embracing the principles of innovation, sustainability, and the continuous advancement of the Dutch superyacht industry.

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We are thrilled to announce that Larendael Development, under the visionary leadership of our creative founder, Wim Beelen, has been honored with a nomination for the MIPIM Awards 2024 in the category of Best Industrial and Logistics Project for our previous endeavor, CTPark Amsterdam City.

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Every aspect of the shipyard campus's layout and infrastructure has been carefully crafted to provide an ideal setting for companies to establish their presence. By facilitating collaboration and embracing innovation, the shipyard campus nurtures a vibrant ecosystem where diverse companies can thrive and push the boundaries of superyacht production. 

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Every aspect of the campus's design fosters collaboration, creating an open and cutting-edge environment.

The vision for the campus is to create a collaborative ecosystem that brings together various companies in the superyacht industry, including yacht builders, designers, contractors, suppliers, and research institutions. By providing them with a shared space and state-of-the-art facilities, the campus aims to promote knowledge exchange, facilitate innovation, and drive technological advancements in superyacht construction.

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Von wegen Party machen und durch das Rotlichtviertel touren: Amsterdam hat die Belästigungen durch den Massentourismus offenbar gründlich satt. Ein Quiz soll nun Besucher darüber aufklären, was erlaubt ist und was nicht.

Das Fragespiel in englischer Sprache klopft zunächst ab, weshalb jemand überhaupt in die niederländische Hauptstadt fährt – etwa eine Hochzeitsreise, ein Junggesellenabschied, das Shoppen oder Partymachen. Abgefragt wird dann, wie die Touristen sich ihre Reise vorstellen. Schritt für Schritt macht das Quiz »Amsterdam Rules« dem Touristen dabei klar, was verboten ist und wie er sich zu verhalten hat.

Wer etwa angibt, im eigenen Auto übernachten zu wollen, bekommt gesagt, dass das verboten ist und ein Bußgeld und hohe Parkgebühren nach sich ziehen kann. »Wollen Sie eine geführte Tour durch das Rotlichtviertel?«, lautet eine andere Frage. Wer das für ein verlockendes Angebot hält und auf Ja klickt, wird enttäuscht. Solche Touren sind nicht mehr erlaubt.

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Wer angibt, bis fünf Uhr morgens Party machen zu wollen, erhält ebenfalls eine Absage. Die Bars schließen um zwei Uhr. Eine organisierte Kneipentour stattdessen? Ebenfalls verboten. Sich mit einem Bier oder Joint in der Hand durch die Stadt treiben lassen? Man ahnt es schon, auch das verboten.

»Welche berühmten niederländischen Produkte wollen Sie kaufen?«, heißt es weiter im Quiz. Wer da statt auf Tulpen oder Honigwaffeln tatsächlich auf Kokain klickt – was die Amsterdamer Stadtverwaltung offenbar für eine gefragte, typisch niederländische Ware hält – wird belehrt, dass der Drogenkauf auf der Straße untersagt ist, dass Dealer gepanschten Stoff verkaufen, Drogen ungesund sind und zudem ein Bußgeld droht.

Und wer bei dem Fragespiel nur lang genug konsequent auf alles klickt, was sich ein bisschen verboten anhört, bekommt am Ende einen Rat: »Schade, in Anbetracht Ihrer Vorlieben bietet Amsterdam vielleicht nicht die Erfahrung, die Sie suchen. Lesen Sie den Leitfaden, um zu erfahren, warum.«

Das interaktive Quiz folgt auf eine im vergangenen Jahr gestartete Onlinekampagne, die junge Sauf- und Drogentouristen insbesondere aus Großbritannien von einem Besuch der Stadt abhalten sollen. Nach dem Verhängen eines Kiffverbots im Zentrum soll demnächst auch das berühmte Rotlichtviertel aus dem Zentrum verbannt werden.

Alle diese Maßnahmen haben nach Angaben der Stadt das Ziel, Amsterdam für die Bewohner selbst lebenswert zu halten und die negativen Folgen des Massentourismus einzudämmen. Wer bei dem Quiz die einleuchtenden, braven Antworten auswählt, landet am Ende auf der Website Discover Amsterdam mit Reisetipps. Alle anderen werden sich wohl über die Masse an Verboten wundern und einfach trotzdem kommen.

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