A yacht charters and sailing vacations news blog from your charter yacht specialists, Paradise Connections, who are currently cruising about the Caribbean.
Tuesday, January 10, 2006
Galapagos Islands Charter - Motor Yacht Latitude, Expedition Yacht
Visit the enchanting Galapagos Islands this spring in comfort and style aboard the motor yacht Latitude.
Latitude is an expedition-type yacht which combines the go-anywhere capabilities with the amenities of the best in megayachts. Expedition yachts are the current "flavor of the month" in yacht charters.
Built in Germany, Latitude was completely refit in 2003 implementing a superyacht interior finish and accommodations, bringing Latitude up to Norske Veritas class.
Latitude is 170 feet. They accommodate 12 guests and have a crew of 10. Latitude has four tenders (dinghies) aboard: 43-foot & 25-foot power catamarans set up for fishing, plus 18 & 14-foot inflatables. They have six staterooms. The master has a King berth, three have Queen berths, and two have two Twin berths each. Latitude has satellite TV and communications, including internet access. One nice feature listed is a pool-sized jacuzzi.
Latitude's rate is $150,000/week, plus all expenses, for up to 12 guests.
Contact Paradise Connections Yacht Charters for more information.