Your Guide To New Year’s Eve On A Luxury Yacht
Your Guide To New Year’s Eve On A Luxury Yacht
New Year’s Eve is one of the most celebrated days in the world, but you don’t have to spend this once-in-a-year occasion at a restaurant or staying at home. This year, it might be time to try something different. If sipping on champagne while cruising the ocean sounds appealing to you, you can bring the New Year’s celebration to a luxury yacht that has everything you need for a great party. Here is our guide to ensure you have the best possible New Year’s Eve on a chartered yacht.
Choosing your yacht
While there is an impressive selection of yachts and superyachts to choose from, which one you decide on depends on your taste and preferences. Firstly, how would you like to celebrate? Would you prefer something big and extravagant? Or would you rather spend time in something small and intimate? In our recommendations below you may find the boat of your dreams, or at the very least, insight on how to find it.
The O’Natalina is a titan of a superyacht that can accommodate up to twelve guests in seven suites across a multitude of decks — this includes a master suite, two VIP cabins, and four doubles. Since its extensive re-fitting in 2017, it has bolstered its decor and facilities for the ultimate luxury experience while at sea. In terms of entertainment, O’Natalina includes a fantastic sundeck, a stunning salon and, of course, a central dancefloor so you can celebrate in style.
O’Natalina also features cutting-edge technology that enhances satellite communication. This benefits the crew for a smoother yacht charter but also for passengers as it ensures a strong and reliable internet connection while onboard.
Endless Horizon, Caribbean
The Endless Horizon is an 80ft yacht that is the perfect choice if you’re looking for something sleek, stylish, and intimate. It is the true manifestation of your own slice of paradise. A diamond in the Caribbean sea, this luxury yacht has everything you’d ever need for an unforgettable New Year’s. This includes a first-class crew and captain ready to ensure you have a sublime experience while celebrating at sea — Endless Horizon can provide a mixologist, personal chef, security, and a nanny as well as daily laundry and cleaning services.
Additionally, it has a vast and open living space which makes it perfect for families or big groups of friends. It houses four suites and can accommodate up to eight guests overnight. This chartered yacht also comes with an array of water toys that’ll keep everyone entertained well into the evening.
Lady Azul, Indian Ocean
An extensive sundeck equipped with plush seats, a grand outdoor fine-dining area, and plenty of outdoor space to relish the sea breeze — what more could you ever need? The beautiful Lady Azul is a 149ft superyacht that is perfect for relaxing and unwinding with your loved ones. It can accommodate up to ten guests in five lavish staterooms. This luxury yacht’s centrepiece is its dazzling on-deck master stateroom that features an office space and its own exclusive seating area.
The Lady Azul also comes with its own “beach club” attached, just meander down to the rear of the yacht where you’ll find an assortment of water sports equipment and inflatable toys waiting.
The best destinations
The worst thing you could do is have your yacht stationed and ready to go in 2023, but at a destination that’s drab and dull. When selecting a yacht, it’s key to decide on one in a lush setting — that way you can be surrounded by stunning architecture and beautiful nature as fireworks light up the night sky above.
Ibiza
If you were to think of any place that you can guarantee will go above and beyond for New Year’s, then the party behemoth of Ibiza is an obvious answer. With its vibrant nightlife and an impressive line-up of nonstop entertainment, this party island is a delight at any time of the year — but especially during New Year’s.
Ibiza Town is the capital of Ibiza but is also one of the greatest party capitals in the world. It is home to some of the best nightclubs you’ll find along the Mediterranean coastline — including the world-famous nightclubs of Pacha, Lio and Privilege . There is also an abundance of beach clubs like Blue Marlin Ibiza on offer if you desire to alight your boat without necessarily travelling too far.
Finally, when it’s time to welcome in the new year, you can dock your chartered yacht along one of the many idyllic villages of Ibiza. There is an impressive total of fifteen towns and villages on this Mediterranean island, many with the authentic look and charm maintained. While any would make for the perfect backdrop to your New Year’s evening, Santa Eulària des Riu makes for a fabulous setting due to its architecture and temple that plays a central role in this quaint town. Sant Joan de Labritja, also known as San Juan, is a historic village with jaw-dropping natural beauty. it is known for its whitewashed buildings, rugged coastline and extraordinary churches.
Alternatively, you could cruise along the clubbing hotspot of Playa d’en Bossa which is known as the longest beach line of the island. San Antonia would also be a beautiful location in the evening as it is renowned for their sunset strips — a real treat in Ibiza. They also have an electrifying line-up of nightclubs where you can party until dawn.
Dubai
If you’re looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve with class and glamour, there is no better place than Dubai. Additionally, there is no better time to visit this city than nearer to the end of the year as temperatures will be relatively cool (between 16C and 25C). In December, the climate is much milder and more pleasant so it’s unlikely you’ll find yourself bombarded by the usual heatwave. For this reason, Dubai can become uncomfortably busy during this time. This makes a yacht charter the perfect mode of celebration if you’d rather avoid the crowds.
Athens
Athenians know better than anyone on how to have a good time, and for New Year’s Eve there is no exception. Throughout the evening, there will be a jam-packed schedule of fireworks that will continuously light up the night sky with brilliant colours. Coast near the marina and you might see Syntagma Square’s popular light show from a distance. While you’re there, why not get an authentic taste of Greece by visiting the lively Agia Irini Square. Here you can peruse dozens of great bars, restaurants, and clubs. There will also be lively venues where you can indulge in grilled meats and fresh seafood while enjoying traditional greek music.
Millions of tourists visit Dubai every year on December 31st for one reason and one reason only — the Burj Khalifa. Not only is it known for being the tallest building in the world, it is also famous for putting on a spectacular fireworks display for New Year’s Eve. It is truly a sight to behold and one not to be missed. The show usually starts a few minutes before midnight, so prepare to station your yacht nearby for a dazzling start to the new year.
Alternatively, many establishments host extravagant events for New Year’s Eve in Dubai. Its five-star hotels, in particular, work hard in offering luxury dining and start-studded performers for your entertainment.
For a fantastic angle where you can appreciate the fireworks, having a good view of the Acropolis is essential. This sacred symbol, its name to mean ‘high city’, is visible from most sports in the capital and will astound you with its beauty. While lounging in your yacht, as it voyages around Athens’ shores, keep an eye out for the illustrious Vouliagmeni Lake that is a short distance away from the city. Not only is it objectively a place of natural beauty but its waters remain a similar temperature everyday of the year due to an extraordinary network of underground thermal springs.
Start the year off with a bang by celebrating New Year’s Eve on a chartered yacht. The Only International is a luxury concierge and lifestyle management service that can arrange your dream yacht charter for you, guaranteeing a night of unforgettable memories. If you’re interested in our premium services, get in touch with us today to find out more details.
