The ultimate weekend away: unwind with a weekend yacht charter

Published 05 June 2024

Whether you’re looking to get away for a romantic long weekend with your partner, a mini-break with the girls, celebrate a special occasion with the whole family, or spend an adrenalin-filled few days with the boys, a superyacht is the ideal platform for just about any short break.

 

Treat yourself and loved ones to the breathtaking views of the Caribbean on board a yacht charter
Treat yourself and loved ones to the breathtaking views of the Caribbean on board a yacht charter

Benefits of a weekend yacht charter

Providing endless opportunities for fun and adventure, a superyacht allows you to explore remote locations, discover secluded beaches, and step ashore at your whim to visit the latest hot spots. Whether you are chartering a yacht for a week or a few days, the opportunities for watersports, al fresco dining, activities and relaxing, are all completely bespoke during a yacht charter, where the itinerary is tailored to you and your guests.  


An invigorating weekend escape to the British Virgin Islands

Exuding a low-key ambiance and get-away-from-it-all feel, the British Virgin Islands are only a short hop from Florida, making them perfect for a weekend escape. The distances between the islands are also short so you don’t waste time under way, while the scenic Sir Francis Drake Channel provides great anchorage spots, fun Caribbean hangouts ashore, and some of the most famous wreck diving in the Caribbean. Take the family or group of friends and enjoy all that this fragmented jigsaw of green isles lying in the northern Caribbean has to offer the waterborne.  

Snorkel in secluded sanctuaries and discover the world underneath the surface
Snorkel in secluded sanctuaries and discover the world underneath the surface

Scuba diving – RMS Rhone shipwreck

Make the most of the water, with snorkelling, diving, swimming, and kayaking all vying for your time. No visit to the Virgin Islands is complete without exploring at least one of the epic dive sites – two of the best are the Indians for snorkellers and the wreck of the RMS Rhone for scuba divers. Lying just off Salt Island, this genuine shipwreck went down in 1867 and being perfectly preserved it has become one of the most famous dive sites in the Caribbean.  

Visit the remaining columns of RMS Rhone shipwreck.
Visit the remaining columns of RMS Rhone shipwreck.

Snorkelling haven – The Baths  

Located on Virgin Gorda’s southwest coast, The Baths are a network of grottos, caves and warm saltwater pools created by volcanic boulder formations. With their colourful fish and coral, they are perfect for snorkelling, kayaking or simply swimming, and make for great memories.  

Swim, snorkel or kayak. The Baths are ideal for the waterborne
Swim, snorkel or kayak. The Baths are ideal for the waterborne

Fun and sun in the Balearics

The Balearics are also a favourite destination for a European weekend getaway with friends. Combine a few days exploring the islands’ natural beauty with days just soaking up the sun or indulging at the chic beach clubs.  

Soak up the sun, culture and history ashore, like here in Riomaggiore, the southern-most of the five Cinque Terre villages
Soak up the sun, culture and history ashore, like here in Riomaggiore, the southern-most of the five Cinque Terre villages

Balearic bliss – Mallorca, Menorca and more

Cruise around the stunning coast of Mallorca, the largest of the Balearics, and dip your toes in the clear Mediterranean waters with an afternoon of watersports. The long stretches of sand on the small island of Formentera encourage a day of lazy relaxation on board and ashore, perhaps followed by a more active evening soaking up the culture and atmosphere of Ibiza Town’s Dalt Vila.  

Get lost in the winding cobbled streets of charming Dalt Vila, Ibiza's old town
Get lost in the winding cobbled streets of charming Dalt Vila, Ibiza's old town

Beach clubs – Ibiza  

Ibiza may be known for its superclubs, but the White Isle also has a genuinely boho spirit. For those who prefer to do their carousing while the sun is up, El Chiringuito at Playa Es Cavallet is a daytime beach club with a particularly laidback vibe. Spend the afternoon on the upper deck terrace enjoying a long lunch, take a nap on the oversized daybeds and wake up to the chilled-out sunset beats of the early evening before heading back on board.  

Enjoy a lovely lazy afternoon with a stunning panoramic view on over sized daybeds
Enjoy a lovely lazy afternoon with a stunning panoramic view on over sized daybeds

A cultural high in Malta for all the family

With more than 300 days of sunshine and deep natural harbours, the Mediterranean islands of Malta, Gozo and Comino are particularly well suited for a long weekend cruise in the shoulder seasons of late Spring and early Autumn. Whether you are looking to relax on board or swim in the crystal blue waters, the warm waters lapping the Maltese islands are ideal for all manner of waterborne activities.  

Deep dive underneath the surface and explore the caves and arches around the coast of Gozo
Deep dive underneath the surface and explore the caves and arches around the coast of Gozo

Uncover more of Malta – history and culture  

As one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world, Malta and her neighbouring islands of Gozo and Comino, play host to some of the world’s oldest sites. Malta’s capital Valletta has so much to offer that the entire city has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site, while the ancient capital of Mdina is a three-dimensional testament to the islands’ long and troubled history. Visit the temples of Ggantija and Hagar Qim; tour Valletta’s St John’s Co-Cathedral and discover the fourth-century Christian burial chambers of St Paul’s in Rabat. 

Indulge in Valletta's history and visit many of the cities landmarks, like the magnificent St Publius' church in Floriana
Indulge in Valletta's history and visit many of the cities landmarks, like the magnificent St Publius' church in Floriana

Blue Flag beaches and the Blue Lagoon

While meandering around Malta, the waterborne will come across beautiful anchorages, secluded bays, and long stretches of sandy beaches, including nine that hold Blue Flag cleanliness status. From Golden Bay to Marsaxlokk and Gnejna in the south, to St Paul’s Bay, Mellieha and Sulmun in the north, the island has plenty to offer. Comino is home to the clear azure waters of the Blue Lagoon, while Gozo offers more fantastic beaches, including three with Blue Flags.  

Drop anchor and take advantage of the secluded Blue Lagoon on Comino's west coast
Drop anchor and take advantage of the secluded Blue Lagoon on Comino's west coast

A girls' weekend on the Côte d'Azur

One of the most fashionable coastlines of them all, the Côte d’Azur has it all. Beach clubs, restaurants, designer boutiques, spas, and the chicest bars – this is the perfect destination for a girl’s weekend.  

Nothing says girls' weekend like stunning views and mouthwatering cuisine - and Villefranche-sur-Mer delivers both in abundance
Nothing says girls' weekend like stunning views and mouthwatering cuisine - and Villefranche-sur-Mer delivers both in abundance

Pampering ports  

From the glamorous Cannes Croisette to Monaco’s Port Hercules, the Côte d’Azur has as many award-winning spas as it does Michelin-starred restaurants. Step ashore here to enjoy a treatment at Les Thermes Marins de Monte-Carlo. A temple to the Mediterranean, the spa is renowned for harnessing the healing properties of the sea that laps its façade – in fact, an entire floor here is dedicated to marine therapies. At the other end of the coastline, the iconic Hôtel Byblos in Saint-Tropez hosts the new Spa Blyblos by Sisley, while for those looking to detox after a girls’ weekend, La Réserve Ramatuelle is nestled in a pine forest and offers a number of programmes dedicated to wellbeing. 

Spend the day being pampered and leave feeling rejuvenated and in a state of full relaxation 
Spend the day being pampered and leave feeling rejuvenated and in a state of full relaxation 

Beach clubs and bars  

Known for its beaches, the French Riviera is perhaps the epicentre of the European beach club scene, especially along the three-mile stretch of Pampelonne beach in Saint-Tropez. The collection of eco-friendly beach clubs here are all aimed at the superyacht set, and include the legendary Le Club 55, the boho-chic La Réserve à la Plage, and Loulou à Ramatuelle. Further along the coast, the palm-lined promenade and stylish boutiques of the Croisette sit behind a collection of chic beach clubs, including the brand-new Lucia Cannes. A new venture from the company behind Nikki Beach, Lucia Cannes brings a bright new culinary venture to the chicest spot on the Côte d’Azur – making it the perfect place to enjoy a glass of Provençal rosé with the girls.  

Indulge in crisp pink champagne and the vibrant nightlife and make it a girls' weekend to remember 
Indulge in crisp pink champagne and the vibrant nightlife and make it a girls' weekend to remember 

When it comes to bars, Le Bâoli in Cannes is one of the most popular places to see and be seen. Sip a cocktail on the panoramic rooftop terrace called Cloud Nine, and then finish the night down in La Bâoli’s club. During the day, La Guérite, in the cove of Île Sainte-Marguerite, has its own beach and a bar serving some of the crispest rosé on the coastline. Further along the coast in Monte Carlo, step ashore for a cocktail at the Hôtel Métropole’s book-lined bar or the iconic Bar Américain at the Hôtel de Paris – definitely one for the bucket list – or follow locals to the Sass Café for a nightcap. 


Which yacht for your wonderful weekend charter?

From finding the right superyacht to suit your charter party to recommendations on where to charter, Burgess charter experts are on hand to help create the perfect weekend on board.  

Discover your next charter holiday with Burgess. Speak to a charter expert today.

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Yachts, prices and availability are correct at the time of publication.

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