5 Freshly Refitted Superyachts Ready for Chartering in Greece This Summer
As the Mediterranean yacht charter season awakens from its winter slumber, various yachts have completed their extensive refit programs and are ready to rejoin the fleet with a fresh look and updated amenities. Refits are the perfect way to revamp a yacht and enhance its offerings in many ways for the ultimate Mediterranean superyacht charter.
From comprehensive interior renovations to cutting-edge amenities and technical upgrades to exterior overhauls and new water toys added, these five yachts have been transformed and are poised to cruise various itineraries within Greece and its islands this summer.
NAIA
The San Lorenzo 40 Alloy, NAIA, built in 2009, has completed a vast refit program. Accommodating 10 guests, the 126'4" (38.5m) sleek superyacht has had various enhancements and extensive maintenance carried out on both the exterior and interior. Exterior-wise, these included new layouts and furniture on the upper deck, a new dining table on the aft deck, and new awnings throughout. Other maintenance has been carried out, such as various mechanical upgrades and new navigation equipment.
The interiors, designed by Garibaldi Architects for this project, feature new lighting, armchairs, coffee tables, and iconic Greek artwork. Cabins have been outfitted with new curtains, ceiling panels, lighting, TVs, and various accessories, while the upper saloon also now has new sofas and stools. Elsewhere, the Williams tender has had a complete overhaul of the engine and new upholstery, and the new addition to the fleet is the new Axopar 37 chase boat. A perfect addition to any yacht charter in Greece, NAIA has a selection of new toys onboard after the refit. These include a new scuba diving compressor and dive gear, a new Seadoo jet ski, new waterskis, new inflatables, a new wing e-foil, and a new Flite Carbon, to name a few.
ARTEMISEA
The 2002 Intermarine-built 146'8" (44.7m) motor yacht ARTEMISEA has emerged from a substantial refit this year, boasting a revitalized new look and an array of enhanced amenities. Accommodating 10 guests across the five spacious cabins, the yacht is perfect for both intimate and larger group yacht charters. Revamped exterior spaces include a fresh lick of stern paint, renewed teak decking, and a meticulously maintained banister.
For enhanced alfresco dining and entertainment spaces while cruising the Greek islands, its sun deck now includes a new dining table and bar area, hosted alongside the existing Jacuzzi and spacious lounging areas. Meanwhile, the updated interior open-plan layout features reconfigured dining and living areas with new furniture arrangements, including sofas and coffee tables. This has created more versatile communal areas, making them more inviting paired with the refreshed upholstery fabrics, ceilings, and carpets. Fabrics have also been replaced within all the guest cabins, while the bathrooms have been modernized with new accessories. ARTEMISEA is ideal for cruising Greece's best-kept secret, the small peninsula of the Peloponnese, further cruising onto the Aegean islands.
BLISS
Delivered by Heesen in 2007, the 144'11" (44.17m) BLISS has recently completed an all-encompassing refit, resulting in an additional cabin, new water toys, and cementing its approach to holistic wellness charters. With a top speed of 25 knots and a modern stabilization system, BLISS promises a smooth cruising experience throughout Greece. The refit includes interior updates such as a seventh cabin on the upper deck, redesigned areas in the Master suite, and an enhanced layout of the living and dining areas. The cabins, accommodating up to 17 guests, have a unique design for that personalized touch and various configurations ideal for mixed charter groups. A selection of works were also done on the exterior to enhance the yacht charter experience, including a redesigned sun deck for improved views. With a focus on wellness, expert crew members such as yoga instructors, personal trainers, and masseuses can be requested for a charter, adding to the crew of 9, complete with a Michelin-experienced chef.
While onboard, the refit encompassed further upgrades to the gym facilities, a renovated sauna, and a cold plunge pool. For on-the-water fun in the turquoise waters of Greece, BLISS now offers a vast range of water toys and a new inflatable platform with a sea pool for easy swimming access, ideal for family-friendly trips. On request is the brand new chase boat; the iconic Italian PARDO 50 motorboat is a sleek, walk-around spacious boat complete with a dining area and tender storage, perfect for navigating day trips around the endless Cycladic island's secluded bays and hidden coves.
XIPHIAS
XIPHIAS is a well-maintained classic motor yacht from 1974; the 108'11" (33.2m) Esterel-built boat is now updated after a large refit project, combining its timeless elegance with improved modernization. Main exterior enhancements include the replacement of teak decking and an expanded aft deck ceiling for additional sun shade out of the Mediterranean heat, which now also can accommodate the addition of a jet ski.
Other additions include an outside staircase from the main to the upper deck, improving access. Courtesy of Apostolos Molindris, interior updates have been completed, and the VIP has been expanded with a new panoramic window for enhanced views of the picturesque Ionian islands. Meanwhile, converting two other windows in the main deck dining area to balcony doors is helping seamlessly converge the interior with the exterior. Throughout XIPHIAS, upgrades have been made to the technical spaces, with new insulation within the engine room, electrical upgrades, and the modernization of the navigational equipment. New TVs and 5G antenna installation have been carried out for improved guest entertainment. Two new Seabobs have also been added to its toy box for all-important charter fun.
GELLY
Refitted in time for this year's yacht charter season, the 139'9" (42.6m) GELLY is perfect for a summer cruising Greece. The elegant motor yacht built by Marine Technologies can accommodate up to 10 guests in five cabins. This refit period has seen general annual maintenance across all areas of the yacht, including specific updates to improve its charter offering. The teak has been replaced on the exterior, the hull repainted, new upholstery on the exterior cushions, and some new exterior furniture ready for alfresco dining and lounging.
There has also been furniture renovation inside, within the main saloon, upper saloon, and master cabin. New carpets, curtains, furniture upholstery, and linens have been outfitted throughout the interior to enhance the sumptuous comfort within the guest cabins. To further elevate the onboard experience, an upgraded Wi-Fi connection is complemented by new entertainment equipment, including televisions and music systems. This summer, GELLY has additional water toys in its inventory to offer guests in each anchorage between the island-hopping.
These yachts and their updates provide an improved and unparalleled yacht charter experience in Greece this summer. From the classic to the sleek modern, each yacht promises bespoke luxury, improved layouts, updated amenities, and a whole host of new toys.
Contact one of our expert charter consultants today to learn more about the IYC fleet and yacht charter opportunities in Greece and the wider Mediterranean this summer season.