With anticipation growing for the start of the 35th America’s Cup in Bermuda, Burgess has unveiled a stellar portfolio of charter yachts that will provide the perfect platform for those attending
the racing. The month-long festival of yacht racing begins on May 26 with the Louis Vitton America’s Cup Qualifiers and Challenger Play-offs, culminating in the head-to-head match races in June, with defending champions Oracle Team USA led by skipper Jimmy Spithill. There will, of course, be a thriving social scene, with the main focus being the America’s Cup Village at the Royal Naval Dockyard. Spectating guests can expect a host of beach parties, black-tie dinners and on-deck soirées. But the best place to see the racing action is from the water, and Burgess has some impressive yachts in attendance.
All seven yachts below offer VIP packages, which include: ‘front row’ positions for viewing the race; access to exclusive America’s Cup parties/events for two people (with the opportunity to purchase more tickets if available); VIP access to Club AC for two people on every race day; access for two to pit-lane base tours, post-race press conferences and the prize-giving; personalised concierge services.
Maltese Falcon
The iconic 88-metre Perini Navi sailing yacht boasts impressive deck spaces for entertaining. She sleeps 12 but she can entertain up to 50 for watching the live racing. Guests are looked after by 17 crew. The Falcon is one of the first yacht inducted into SuperYacht World’s Hall of Fame.
Berth: America’s Cup Marina, Royal Navy Dockyard
Rate from: €440,000 per week
Grace E
This 73-metre explorer, built by Picchiotti/Perini Navi in 2014, boasts Philippe Briand lines and a Rémi Tessier interior. She has a focus on eco-friendly technology and sleeps 12 guests. You can read more about Grace E here.
Berth: America’s Cup Marina, Front Street, Hamilton
Rate from: €805,000 per week
Athena
A wonderful three-masted, 90-metre schooner from Royal Huisman, with room for ten sleeping guests. Available for the qualifiers until June 9 and then from June 21 for the final match races.
Berth: America’s Cup Marina, Royal Navy Dockyard
Rate from: $350,000 per week
Mondango 3
Delivered in 2014 by Alloy Yachts, this striking 56-metre performance ketch was designed by Dubois with a sophisticated interior by Reymond Langton. Room for 11 sleeping guests and with a special dispensation for 25 guests while spectating the race at anchor.
Berth: America’s Cup Marina, Front Street, Hamilton
Rate from: €224,000 per week
Marie
Offering traditional looks with the benefits of modern technology, the 55-metre Marie is an André Hoek design built by Vitters in 2010. Eight/ten guests are served by nine crew. A special dispensation for 25 guests while spectating the race at anchor.
Berth: Princess Marina, Hamilton
Rate from: $250,000 per week or $1,000,000 for the whole period
H
Delivered by Benetti in 2015 and boasting a contemporary interior and well-executed deck spaces. This 43-metre has a spacious sundeck with a cocktail bar – the perfect vantage point for enjoying the race action, while large tables on the aft and bridge decks offer casual dining. She sleeps ten guests.
Berth: America’s Cup Marina, Royal Navy Dockyard
Rate from: $175,000 per week
Geneveive
Built in 1996 by Alloy Yachts and refitted in 2015, this 37-metre Dubois-designed sloop marries impressive sailing performance with a sumptuous Glade Johnson interior. The wraparound pilothouse windows offer panoramic views, while the wide-open deck spaces and spacious cockpit are perfect for experiencing the thrills of the Cup. She sleeps eight/nine guests.
Berth: America’s Cup Marina, Front Street, Hamilton
Rate from: $91,000 per week