“I’ve been with Burgess since 2002, and love working in one of the most beautiful parts of the world, using my knowledge of ancient, unspoiled sites and keeping up with the latest yachts and venues in the Eastern Mediterranean.”

Marie Molls
Charter Broker, Athens

Among all the Greek Islands, the Cyclades group offers the perfect charter combination of relaxation and activity, from the buzz of cosmopolitan Mykonos, to the breathtaking views of Santorini.

“If you like safe, warm waters, ancient history, hospitable culture, gorgeous scenery and modern facilities then you will love the Cyclades.”

If you fly into Athens, take time to visit the Acropolis and the breathtaking new Acropolis Museum before joining your yacht at one of the marinas on the Athenian Riviera. Top of any Cycladian charter is Mykonos, for great beaches, sophisticated nightlife, elegant shopping and fine dining at exclusive restaurants like Matsuhisa (the Greek outpost of Nobu) at the Belvedere or The Plate at the Theoxenia.

Take a private tour of the ancient site of Delos on the neighbouring island before heading south to Paros. Here, Naoussa Bay is the place for swimming and watersports. By day, Paros is a hive of activity, but tranquillity descends after dusk. If you want to dine ashore, Astir of Paros is a gourmet choice.

Don’t miss spectacular Santorini, where the views from the port of Thira and the village of Oia are ravishing. From the port, choose the cable car over the donkey (unless you are intrepid!). Browse charming shops in narrow streets and end the day sipping a cocktail with the best sunset in the world. Dinner? Consider Sphinx for local delicacies and an extensive wine list. 1800 in Oia, built in 1845, is also out of this world.

For ultra-clear water, head to the island of Milos. One of the best anchorages is off the stunning coastal site and former haunt of pirates, Kleftiko. Don’t leave the island without trying one-of-a-kind cocktails at Pirate, the island’s oldest bar. For a taste of traditional Greek island life, step ashore on the island of Hydra and eat at its renowned seafood restaurant Paradosiako, before you leave.

Plan your charter between May and September, when temperatures are perfect and allow 7-10 days minimum. From mid-July to mid-August, the notorious meltemi winds may disrupt itineraries. Be flexible: your captain’s Plan B will be fantastic! Only Greek-flagged yachts can both embark and disembark charter guests in Greece.

Marie Molls is a charter broker for Burgess Yachts, the world’s leading luxury yachts provider.

Mercedes showed of the Luxury Mercedes-Benz Style C Concept in Beijing China at the 2012 Auto China. The C Concept is geared with a turbo charged, four-cylinder engine that boasts a 211 Horse power.

The watches in the Luxury Edition have identical dials and there are three distinct configurations of diamonds on their bracelets and cases. Each of these is offered in a choice of 24 mm and 27 mm case sizes fitted with the quartz calibre 1376 or a 31 mm case equipped with the OMEGA Co-Axial calibre 8421.

The Constellation Luxury Edition timepiece is a masterpiece at its finest. The OMEGA Constellation Luxury Edition is a watch for the wealthy since the price tag on the watch run from $40,000 to $150,000.

Named the Viva luxury chair, this stylish monster of a chair has been upholstered in crocodile leather and embellished with rubies and diamonds and of course, solid gold.

Price tag, $273,080.

Make your guests comfortable with quality sofas and classy entertainment units.

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Geoffrey Parker, the British game-maker has produced the most expensive set of poker chips in the world. Not just because f the denominations shown on the chips, either, although those are significant and can be tailored to the desires of the customer. Each chip is encrusted in fine jewels. White chips have white diamonds, red have rubies, blue have sapphires, emeralds for the green, and the black have black diamonds.

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Mr. Clapton knows a few people and A LOT of famous people.He made some calls and had every famous guitarist he could find sign this donated-for-a good-cause guitar. This beautiful, yet new piece of art sold for a whopping $2.8 million dollars at auction.(which was actually less than it’s projected $5 mil worth!) Some of the signatures besides Mr. Clapton’s included Mick Jagger, Bryan Adams, Sting, Paul McCartney, Angus Young, Jimmy Page and many others in the industry.