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Welcome to Yacht Charter Market, the weekly newsletter dedicated to the world of yacht charter.

In today’s newsletter:

• The TYBA roundup: Everything you missed 🇹🇷

• Charter updates: Fleet updates for Edmiston and special offers from Ionian Ray, Classic Yachts, Yachting Concept Monaco and Charter and Dreams.

• Charter photo: M/Y Emir’s opulent interior

• Destination spotlight: Discover Kefalonia 🇬🇷

• Post of the week: @theyachtslife shares a shot of La Datcha

TOP STORY

The TYBA roundup: Everything you missed from the 5th TYBA Yacht Charter Show

The fifth edition of the TYBA Yacht Charter Show took place at the D-Marin Marina in Göcek from the 3 to the 7 May, and welcomed maritime enthusiasts and approximately 350 attending brokers from across the globe.

Hosted by Turkey's Yachting and Brokers Association (TYBA) since 2018, the show aims to spotlight the ever-growing Turkish yachting scene and gives industry professionals the chance to visit a diverse range of luxury yachts available to charter in Turkey and beyond.

This year's yacht lineup was made up of 52 yachts, up to 55 meters in length. Moreover, the event welcomed over 10 international and national yacht press members, and an international influencer to spotlight Turkey's offerings in global yacht tourism, highlighting its natural beauty, cultural richness, top-notch facilities, and luxurious vessels, including traditional Gulet sailing yachts.

After the show concluded, press members, including press from SuperYacht Times, and select brokers, were invited on a 3-day fam trip onboard the 29.5-metre sailing yacht Torini and the 24-metre sailing yacht Atalante, both available for charter through Bodrum Genie, to experience the Turquoise Coast and Turkish hospitality first-hand.

Güneş Aysun, President of TYBA, shared his thoughts on this year's show, “This year marked the 3rd edition of the TYBA Yacht Charter Show at D Marin Göcek, and the 5th overall. We observed increased interest from both local and international agencies and media compared to previous years. Due to space constraints, we were limited to approximately 50 exhibited yachts within D Marin's premises, with a few additional boats hosted in Alarga.”

He continued, “While I believe the ideal number of exhibited yachts could reach 60 for optimal viewing, exceeding this may diminish the overall experience. Our events followed the familiar program structure, albeit with a few minor hiccups, which we aim to address in the future.

“Compared to previous years, we've experienced a notable increase in press coverage, indicating a more enduring presence in the international yacht charter calendar," he concluded.

Multiple competitions took place during the show. Find the results here:

Most Welcoming Crew:

There was a tie between Yazz and Double Eagle as winners.

Chef Competition:

• 1st Place: Deep Water

• 2nd Place: Queen of Salmakis

• 3rd Place: La Bella Vita

Honourable Mentions for Cooking:

• North Wind

• Double Eagle

Best Cocktail:

• 1st Place: La Bella Vita

• 2nd Place: Yazz

• 3rd Place: North Wind

H. Serhan Cengiz, TYBA Vice President and Chair of the Yacht Charter Show Committee, reflected on the show, “Our TYBA Yacht Charter Show at D Marin Gocek, which we have successfully completed for the fifth time this year, has reinforced its place in yachting calendars as one of the important shows held in the Mediterranean.”

“The diversity, abundance, and excellence of the showcased yachts received praise from both local and international attendees, as well as the yachting press.

Year after year, we've raised the bar of success for our show and are pleased with its current standing. By expanding exhibitor numbers, attracting foreign brokers, and increasing media involvement, we're actively promoting Turkish yacht tourism.

Looking ahead, we're dedicated to further improvement, fuelled by the voluntary support of our association members,” concluded Mr Cengiz.

LATEST CHARTER UPDATES

🚀 New CA for charter: Edmiston welcomes the 47-metre motor yacht Atina to its charter fleet.

✨ Fraser announced that the 52-metre motor yacht Big Eagle is available for charter this summer in Alaska.

Special discount: Ionian Ray advertised a 10% discount on the 27-metre motor yacht Miraval, valid throughout the whole of May.

Ocean Independence announced that the 25.3-metre motor yacht Onyx is available for the Cannes Film Festival, from 14 to 25 May 2024.

🌟 Classic Yachts announced a limited-time offer of a 5% extra broker commission on charters longer than a week onboard the 38.4-metre sailing yacht Puritan.

Yachting Concept Monaco announced a price reduction for charters onboard the 49.66-metre motor yacht Euphoria II.

High Season:

• New Rate: 210,000 EUR plus expenses

• Previous Rate: 270,000 EUR

Low Season:

• New Rate: 190,000 EUR plus expenses

• Previous Rate: 245,000 EUR

Large Yacht Corp announced that due to a cancellation, the 32.09-metre motor yacht Xo Of The Seas is available for the Monaco Grand Prix.

Get in touch with Large Yacht Corp for more details on her availability.

Special offers: Charter and Dreams are offering 15% Off minimum 3-Day Charters in the Balearic Islands onboard the 33-metre Alvium Custom Line 106.

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CHARTER PHOTOS OF THE WEEK

The interior of the 82.5-metre Mitsubishi motor yacht Emir, crafted to accommodate up to 28 guests in incredible comfort. ✨

DESTINATION SPOTLIGHT

Travel Inspiration: Kefalonia 🇬🇷

The largest island in the Ionian Sea, Kefalonia is a sunny island with lots to offer. A diverse island, Kefalonia features golden sandy beaches, untamed wildlife and a rugged, mountainous landscape fringed by pine trees.

The only Greek island to have a national park, Kefalonia is home to wild ponies and vibrant nature. Mount Ainos rises 1628 metres above sea level and adds to the island's intrigue and mystique.

Golden sand beaches are abundant on Kefalonia, and Myrtos Beach is known to be the most beautiful beach on the island. While soaking up the sun on Kefalonia’s beaches, guests can look out for the island’s two turtle species: loggerhead turtles and green sea turtles, most often seen at Koroni Beach. For a sense of action and adventure, guests can visit Melissani Lake.

This mysterious lake is set within a cave with an opening at the top, and when the sun shines through the hole, the water of the Melissani Lake illuminates in a magical turquoise hue. 

For a cultural excursion, the picturesque village of Assos pleases the eyes with its neatly-standing pastel houses. The Castle of Assos stands on a steep hill overlooking the postcard-perfect settlement.

POST OF THE WEEK

@theyachtslife shared this image of the 77m Damen Yachting explorer yacht La Datcha.

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