MYBA 2024: The largest yachts for charter in attendance

By Katie Scott 17 April 2024

Less than a week to go until the latest edition of the MYBA Charter Show opens its doors to industry professionals and a stellar fleet of the largest yachts for charter has already been confirmed to attend. Returning to the Marina Molo Vecchio in Genoa, the MYBA 2024 event is the ideal opportunity to discover everything about the most indulgent Mediterranean yacht charters.

Scheduled to run from 22-25 April 2024, the MYBA Charter Show is a trade-only event that offers influencers, brokers, and other industry professionals the chance to get up close to some of the most spectacular superyacht charters and discover more about the beautiful West Mediterranean region.

Expecting more than 50 crewed yacht charters, the latest edition of the established European yacht show is set to showcase a phenomenal selection of motor yacht charters with an average length of 148.23ft (45.18m), including several show debuts. Here's a look at some of the largest yachts for charter attending the 2024 edition of the MYBA Charter Show.

CARINTHIA VII

A show debut for luxury charter yacht CARINTHIA VII, she is a striking 319ft (97m) Lurssen charter yacht and is the largest charter yacht confirmed so far to attend the MYBA event in Genoa.

Accommodating up to 12 charter guests in a well-appointed eight-cabin layout, she features a compelling line-up of onboard amenities including a spa-quality health and wellness area, an indulgent beach club, an elevator, a great collection of water toys, and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Refitted in 2023, CARINTHIA VII boasts extensive design input from Tim Heywood Design and is an ideal choice for extravagant social or events yacht charters.

Carinthia VII 97m Lurssen 2002 12 Guests 8 Cabins 30 Crew from €1,400,000 per week + expenses Full Details & Cruising Areas

AQUILA

A Derecktor Shipyards yacht charter built in 2010 and later refitted in 2021, 280.10ft (85.6m) charter yacht AQUILA also makes her debut at this year's MYBA event.

Winning multiple awards at the World Superyacht Awards and the International Superyacht Society Awards, AQUILA boasts an incredible party deck making her an ideal choice for party destinations and Ibiza yacht charters. Offering a DJ booth, AV system, smoke machine, and lights, AQUILA is a luxury yacht charter built to entertain guests throughout the day and night.

Also featuring an impressive water toy collection for action-packed watersports yacht charters and a cinema, charter yacht AQUILA provides endless fun and memories for charter guests of all ages.

Aquila 86m Derecktor Shipyards 2010 12 Guests 8 Cabins 28 Crew from $945,000 per week + expenses Full Details & Cruising Areas

EMIR

Constructed by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries in 2004 and refitted in 2022, luxury yacht charter EMIR joined the Greece yacht charter fleet this year and boasts an impressive 14-cabin layout for up to 28 sleeping charter guests.

Ideal for events and corporate yacht charters, 270.8ft (82.5m) charter yacht EMIR hosts a variety of communal spaces across her six decks, with charter guests able to enjoy premium amenities including a generous home cinema, a relaxing piano bar, and an indulgent health and wellness area including a sauna, massage room and spa.

With the capacity to cater to a larger number of charter guests, Greece yacht charters are better value for money and more accessible for larger groups.

Emir 83m Golden Yachts 2004 28 Guests 14 Cabins 28 Crew POA Full Details & Cruising Areas

MALIA

Formerly known as O'REA, 254.11ft (77.7m) superyacht charter MALIA makes her debut at the 2024 MYBA Charter Show sporting an eight-cabin layout for up to 12 charter guests. Built in 2023 and refitted in 2024, she is a highly anticipated arrival at the show, with this event being the first opportunity for many to see her in person.

An elegant addition to the Golden Yachts yacht charter fleet, MALIA has been designed for waterfront living with a spacious beach club and ample alfresco lounge and dining options across her decks.

Suitable for family yacht charters, amenities onboard include a spa-quality spa facility, plus a great selection of water toys and a deck Jacuzzi offering spectacular views while on Italy or Naples yacht charters.

Malia 78m Golden Yachts 2023 12 Guests 8 Cabins 22 Crew from €750,000 per week + expenses Full Details & Cruising Areas

BOADICEA

Returning for a second year after making her show debut at the 2023 MYBA Charter Show, 251.4ft (76.6m) charter yacht BOADICEA offers optimal indulgence for West Mediterranean yacht charters with four decks of opulence.

Featuring stunning Terence Disdale Art Deco-inspired interiors, this Amels yacht charter was refitted in 2022 and hosts everything needed for a truly unforgettable experience while cruising around the most popular yacht charter destinations.

Some key features onboard include a spacious 14-seater cinema, a touch-and-go helipad, a generous helping of alfresco dining options, and a stunning owner's deck with 180-degree views plus a private terrace, office, and salon.

Boadicea 77m Amels 1999 18 Guests 9 Cabins 22 Crew from $645,000 per week + expenses Full Details & Cruising Areas

If you're interested in finding out more about cruising around Genoa and the surrounding area, take a closer look at our complete guide to Italy yacht charters and view some sample Italy yacht charter itineraries.

To arrange for a broker to attend the forthcoming MYBA Charter Show on your behalf, or to enquire about booking one of the attending superyacht charters, contact your preferred yacht charter broker today for availability and details on yacht charter costs.