BIG EASY

Royal Hakvoort146m12 guests6 cabins

Royal Hakvoort · Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia · Virgin Islands

Overview

BIG EASY yacht charter in Mediterranean

BIG EASY is worth shortlisting for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The planning focus should be turquoise anchorages, sunset returns, and realistic hops between Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca, and Menorca, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.

Royal Hakvoort146m12 guests6 cabins

Charter fit

How to use BIG EASY

BIG EASY is best considered for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, with a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. The useful planning angle is a private celebration or corporate hosting brief, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

BIG EASY should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Ibiza. The decision should weigh 146'4 / 44.6m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 2002 | 2022 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a private celebration or corporate hosting brief
Guest profile
12 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
Route style
Menorca coves with a calmer family pace; strongest when the route protects hosting time on deck
Port logic
shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing
Compare by
compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone
Watch-out
the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed

Best charter fit

Use BIG EASY when the brief calls for a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status. At 146'4 / 44.6m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the route protects hosting time on deck.

Route planning

For Balearic Yacht, the route should start with Menorca coves with a calmer family pace. That keeps the charter practical around turquoise anchorages, sunset returns, and realistic hops between Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca, and Menorca, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing.

Before confirming dates

The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. May to October, with July and August best handled through early routing and clear guest plans. The broker note should be honest about limits: the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed.

On-board atmosphere

The onboard experience is defined by how guests use the space. Water toys and tenders make the day more active when the anchorage is right. For this yacht, the occasion is usually stronger when it is treated as a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.

How to compare it

A fair shortlist should explain why BIG EASY is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare by guest flow, deck use, and cabin layout before price alone, then compare rates and availability.

Decision check

The main caveat is simple: the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
Royal Hakvoort
Model
Custom
Built / refit
2002 | 2022 (Refitted)
Length
146'4 / 44.6m
Beam
28'9 / 8.76m
Draft
9'2 / 2.79m
Cruising speed
12 Knots
Guests
12
Cabins
6
Crew
9

Profile

About BIG EASY

Toys

Onboard Big Easy has a range of toys and accessories to keep you and your guests entertained on the water throughout your stay. Principle among these are waterslides for hours of fun for all ages. Guests can feel the wind in their hair and jump the waves on one of the two SeaDoo GTI 170 WaveRunners. Additionally, there are two F5S SEABOBs, that allow you to skim along the surface or steer under the crystal water and experience life swimming with the fish. If that isn't enough Big Easy also features fishing equipment, inflatable water toys, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, Big Easy has you covered - with two tenders, including a 5.49m/18' Nautica Tender. With its superlative combination of luxurious styling and superb amenities, motor yacht Big Easy has everything you could possibly want for unforgettable yacht charter vacations.

Overview

The 44.9m/147'4" motor yacht 'Big Easy' by the Dutch shipyard Royal Hakvoort offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and features interior styling by British designer Winch Design. Motor yacht Big Easy boasts a wealth of convivial spaces, perfect for luxury yacht charters with families of friends, offering ample opportunities to kick back and relax, or enjoy the water on the yacht's array of water toys, the choice is yours.

Performance Range

Big Easy is built with a steel hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by twin Caterpillar engines, she comfortably cruises at 12 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 14 knots with a range of up to 5,000 nautical miles from her 57,000 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed. An advanced stabilisation system on board reduces the side-to-side roll of the yacht and promises guests exceptional comfort levels at anchor or when underway.

Guest Accommodation

Built in 2002, Big Easy offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 suites comprising a master suite located on the main deck, three double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 7 beds in total, including 2 king, 3 queen, 2 singles and 1 convertible. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard Comfort Entertainment

On your charter, you'll find plenty to keep you busy and entertained including a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Big Easy benefits from some excellent features to improve your charter including Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing you to stay connected at all times, should you wish. You can stay comfortable on board whatever the weather, with air conditioning during your charter.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Full-beam master cabin for superior comfort
  • Impressive 5
  • 000nm range
  • Interior design from Winch Design
  • Sleeps 12 guests
  • 5.49m/18' Nautica Tender

Amenities

  • Jacuzzi
  • Stabilizers Underway
  • Wi-Fi
  • At-Anchor Stabilizers
  • Deck Jacuzzi
  • Air Conditioning

Water toys

  • 2 x SeaDoo GTI 170 Waverunners
  • 2 x F5S Seabobs
  • Inflatable water toys
  • Waterslide
  • Inflatable Climbing Wall
  • Inflatable Paddleboard
  • Floating Pool
  • Snorkelling Equipment
  • Fishing Equipment

Tenders

  • 1 x 18' / 5.49m Nautica Hard Bottom Tender Yamaha 115 HP engine
  • 1 x 40' / 12.19m Intrepid Tender

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

POA

Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia

Winter Season

POA

Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts · Virgin Islands

Cruising

Regions

Mediterranean · France · Italy · Monaco · Caribbean · Antigua · Bahamas · Saint Martin · St Barts · Amalfi Coast · Corsica · French Riviera · Sardinia · Virgin Islands

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether BIG EASY's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether BIG EASY's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Menorca coves with a calmer family pace.
  • Ask why BIG EASY beats the nearest alternative for a private celebration or corporate hosting brief.
  • Confirm the port plan: shape the day around anchorage quality before adding beach clubs or sunset timing.
  • Ask for BIG EASY with dates, Mediterranean as the first cruising area, and the preferred pace of the day.

FAQ

BIG EASY charter questions

Is BIG EASY a good fit for Mediterranean?

Yes, if the route is planned around turquoise anchorages, sunset returns, and realistic hops between Ibiza, Formentera, Mallorca, and Menorca. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider BIG EASY?

BIG EASY is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.

What should I send before requesting BIG EASY?

Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Ibiza, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether BIG EASY fits the plan.

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