YPI Group to Showcase S/Y VALQUEST and M/Y GLAZE at the Upcoming Antigua Yacht Show

    ST. TROPEZ, FRANCE, November 28, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Following on from their successful and much talked about appearances at the Monaco and Fort Lauderdale yacht shows, Yachting Partners International (YPI Group) are pleased to announce that S/Y VALQUEST and M/Y GLAZE will both be appearing at the upcoming Antigua Yacht show. This year's event will run for six days, between the 6th and 11th of December, and will take place at the following three venues: Nelson's Dockyard Marina in the English Harbour, Falmouth Harbour Marina and the Antigua Yacht Club, both of which are located on Falmouth Harbour.

"The Antigua show is a fantastic event for presenting some of the world's premium luxury charter yachts," explains Fiona Maureso, who heads up YPI Group's luxury yacht charter division. "This year we have decided to present two very different but very much sought-after charter yachts from our fleet. Launched late 2009 and fresh from her first ever Mediterranean season, VALQUEST brings all the joy of cruising on a brand new, state-of-the-art sailing yacht, whilst GLAZE, herself fresh from a recent refit in Florida, represents a great option for luxury motor yacht charter with lots of space and character and a wealth of extras for her guests to enjoy."

VALQUEST is a 41m (134') fast cruising sloop that has been designed by Dubois and built by the family run shipyard and manufacturer of custom yachts, Bloemsma Van Breemen of the Netherlands. "Her fashionably sleek looks and a head-turning silver metallic hull are equally matched on the inside by a chic modern design with a high quality mahogany and white leather finish throughout," says Jacqueline Leigh, charter marketing Broker for YPI Group's fleet of yacht charters. "She feels incredibly spacious both inside and on deck and has all the extras required for the more active - or the most laid-back - of cruises."

VALQUEST's interior accommodation includes four cabins and she is able to comfortably accommodate up to eight overnight guests. Captain Tim Deane heads her young and vibrant crew of six and we have every confidence in their ability to provide a classic yacht charter experience that is thrilling yet relaxing at the same time. VALQUEST is currently available for yacht charter in the Caribbean from EUR79,000 a week and during the summer months of 2011 will be available for Mediterranean yacht charter at a similar rate.

Those who are considering taking a super yacht charter this winter would be well advised to check out the 49m (161') tri-deck super yacht GLAZE. "She is an exceptionally comfortable and spacious yacht," says Carine Zanotti, who deals with luxury yacht rentals at YPI. "She is equipped with Quantum zero-speed stabilizers for increased steadiness and comfort in any weather, whether at sea or at anchor. In addition to the size of her cabins, the amount of space GLAZE offers guests for activities and dining is unbeatable. She has kept all the charm and success of her former incarnation as Lady Michelle and added to it."

Built by Trinity Yachts to ABS class, M/Y GLAZE is fully MCA compliant and is able to accommodate up to twelve overnight guests in her five luxurious cabins. GLAZE also features a panoramic sky lounge, an enormous sun-pad and a Jacuzzi, as well as an outdoor bar and grill for al fresco dining. "She also has a large swimming platform at the stern with two staircases leading to the main deck," says Carine. "And a variety of water toys including wave runners, kayaks, wake board and towables offer guests a wide range of activities and sports." GLAZE is serviced by a crew of nine headed by Captain Duncan Hollowood. She is currently available for Caribbean yacht charter from $210,000 per week.

Yachting Partners International (the YPI Group) is a part of the Barry Rogliano Salles Shipbroking Group (BRS). Renowned for its integrity, considerable industry experience and for getting results, YPI has accumulated vast experience in the fields of yacht construction and design, yacht refitting, yacht management, yacht crew placement, luxury yacht charter and super yacht sales for some of the most demanding clients all over the world. For further details regarding any of the above yachts or for a more general enquiry please contact us by e-mail at [email protected], log on to: www.ypigroup.com or call +377 99 99 97 97.

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