ABOUT TIME

Sunseeker131m12 guests6 cabins

Sunseeker · Caribbean · Bahamas

Overview

ABOUT TIME yacht charter in Italy

A ABOUT TIME charter is strongest when the yacht choice is tied to the route. For clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, the useful question is how full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space fits balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed and whether the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.

Sunseeker131m12 guests6 cabins

Charter fit

How to use ABOUT TIME

ABOUT TIME is best considered for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow, with full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The useful planning angle is a high-service event charter, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.

Shortlist logic

Why this yacht belongs in the conversation

ABOUT TIME should make the shortlist when the brief needs a high-service event charter around Italy and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 131'3 / 40m, 12 guests, 6 cabins, 2010 | 2025 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.

Best use
a high-service event charter
Guest profile
12 guests; clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow
Route style
Mediterranean summer routes; strongest when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop
Port logic
confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season
Compare by
compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Italy
Watch-out
the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board

When this yacht makes sense

ABOUT TIME suits clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow when the brief is a high-service event charter. The 12 guests profile gives enough structure to plan the guest list early. 6 cabins also makes overnight suitability easier to judge.

Where to use it

Italy can work well for ABOUT TIME, but the route needs discipline. The best plan keeps the day focused instead of trying to collect too many stops, especially when the yacht is not forced into a rushed sightseeing loop.

Season and booking notes

Season matters because berth pressure, weather windows, and guest expectations change the charter. peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. A useful shortlist should also explain why compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Italy.

Life on board

full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. The toy and tender setup gives the broker more room to shape swim stops and guest flow. This is where a broker note is more useful than a raw specification list.

Compare before booking

Do not compare ABOUT TIME on price alone. The stronger comparison is whether another yacht makes Mediterranean summer routes easier, gives the group a better deck rhythm, or solves a port constraint more cleanly.

What to verify

A good recommendation for ABOUT TIME should include one reason to choose it and one condition to verify. That keeps the page useful for real charter planning instead of becoming another listing entry.

Technical profile

Specifications

Builder
Sunseeker
Length
131'3 / 40m
Built
2010 | 2025 (Refitted)
Guests
12
Cabins
6
Crew
8
Price context
$150,000 p/week + expenses
Cruising speed
13 Knots
Model
40 Metre Yacht
Beam
26'7 / 8.1m
Draft
8'11 / 2.72m

Charter price

What the charter price is really buying

ABOUT TIME is positioned around $150,000 p/week + expenses, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.

Build and scale

Sunseeker build, 131m class

Guest experience

The value is in the way the yacht supports guests: cabins, deck space, crew flow, toys, tenders, service rhythm and the ability to make the route feel effortless.

Operating reality

Fuel, provisioning, berths, delivery, local taxes and crew gratuity should be clarified before treating any weekly or day rate as the full charter budget.

Guest fit

Who ABOUT TIME suits

Strong

Families and private groups

ABOUT TIME gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.

Strong

Active charter guests

The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.

Strong

Event or hosting briefs

The guest profile supports larger private groups when service flow, boarding and deck use are planned early.

Inspect style

Design-sensitive clients

Interior mood, deck style and service tone should match the client. The right yacht is not only the largest available yacht, it is the yacht guests want to live in.

Charter fit scorecard

ABOUT TIME by charter criteria

Space and comfort

5/5

The 131m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.

Toys and activity

4.5/5

The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.

Wellness and amenities

4.5/5

Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.

Price clarity

Visible

Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.

Comparison

ABOUT TIME vs newer 80m+ yachts

Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. ABOUT TIME should be compared on guest fit, refit status, deck flow, crew programme, toys, range, availability and the route you actually want to run.

The strongest shortlist is not the newest yacht by default. It is the yacht whose layout, service style and operating assumptions match the client, the port and the itinerary.

Profile

About ABOUT TIME

Toys

Set against the backdrop of your chosen cruising ground, you and your guests can enjoy fun on the water with the collection of water toys and accessories aboard About Time. Take to the sea on the Jet Skis offering you power and control on the water. Another excellent feature are towable toys offering fun and adventure. Additionally, there are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough About Time also features wakeboards, fishing equipment, paddleboards and snorkelling equipment. When it comes to Tenders, About Time has you covered - with two tenders, including a 9.02m/29'7" Jupiter Marine Chase Tender. Based in the magical waters of the Caribbean all year round About Time is ready for your next luxury yacht charter. Let About Time Discover the magical places, food and experiences of the the Caribbean. With its superlative combination of luxurious styling and superb amenities, motor yacht About Time has everything you could possibly want for unforgettable yacht charter vacations.

Overview

The 40.01m/131'3" motor yacht 'About Time' by the British shipyard Sunseeker offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 6 cabins and features interior styling by British designer Sunseeker. Boasting an array of sumptuous living areas laid out invitingly to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere onboard, motor yacht About Time is the perfect luxury charter yacht for friends and family.

Performance Range

Built with a GRP hull and GRP superstructure, she benefits from a semi-displacement hull to provide exceptional seakeeping and impressive speeds. Powered by twin MTU engines, she comfortably cruises at 13 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 25 knots with a range of up to 1,500 nautical miles from her 31,910 litre fuel tanks at 12 knots.

Guest Accommodation

About Time is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2010, She offers guest accommodation for up to 12 guests with a layout comprising four double cabins and one single cabin. The supremely spacious full beam master suite incorporates its own study and dressing room as well as a his and her bathroom. The bed configuration includes 1 king, 4 queen, 2 singles, 1 pullman and 1 convertible. She is also capable of carrying up to 8 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.

Onboard

Experience

Special features

  • Full-beam master cabin with dressing room
  • his/her en suite and study
  • Recent refit in 2025
  • 1
  • 500nm range
  • Interior design from Sunseeker
  • Sleeps 12 guests

Amenities

  • Jacuzzi
  • Sun Deck
  • Swimming platform
  • Sunpads

Water toys

  • 2 x Jet-Skis
  • 2 x Sublue Sea-Scooters
  • 2 x Wake Boards
  • 4 x Inflatable Paddleboards
  • Water-Ski
  • Snorkelling Equipment
  • Towable Toys More Big Bubba 4 person towable tube
  • Fishing Equipment

Tenders

  • 1 x 29'7 / 9.02m Jupiter Marine Chase Tender
  • 1 x 19' / 5.79m Aquasacn Tender

Commercial

Rates and seasons

Summer Season

$150,000 p/week + expenses

Caribbean · Bahamas

Winter Season

$165,000 p/week + expenses

Caribbean · Bahamas

Cruising

Regions

Caribbean · Bahamas

Planning notes

Before you request dates

  • Confirm whether ABOUT TIME's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
  • Check whether ABOUT TIME's 6 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
  • Match the first route draft to Mediterranean summer routes.
  • Ask why ABOUT TIME beats the nearest alternative for a high-service event charter.
  • Confirm the port plan: confirm cruising region before comparing yachts because availability changes by season.
  • Send the first-choice port, backup dates, and whether ABOUT TIME is for a day, a week, or a specific occasion.

Availability

Request ABOUT TIME charter availability

Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether ABOUT TIME fits the route.

FAQ

ABOUT TIME charter questions

Is ABOUT TIME a good fit for Italy?

Yes, if the route is planned around balancing destination, season, guest count, and onboard style before dates are confirmed. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.

Who should consider ABOUT TIME?

ABOUT TIME is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The final recommendation depends on how the cabins, crew setup, and Italy and Mediterranean timing fit the brief.

What should I send before requesting ABOUT TIME?

For ABOUT TIME, share the date window, boarding point, day or overnight format, and how formal the onboard service should feel.

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Before a deposit, you see the yacht, route assumption, inclusions, exclusions, payment schedule, cancellation terms and any APA, VAT, fuel or delivery notes.

Safety-led planning

Crew, insurance, weather, guest comfort, tender access and local captain decisions are treated as part of the booking, not details to solve on the day.

Human contact

A charter expert stays visible from enquiry to shortlist, with email or WhatsApp follow-up when timing, routes or guest needs change.

Booking FAQ

Who handles the yacht booking?

We qualify the request, then coordinate with suitable charter broker partners so availability, terms and negotiation are handled through professional charter channels.

What is checked before I pay?

The shortlist should clarify the exact yacht, dates, guest count, boarding point, route, price assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and payment conditions.

How do MYBA member brokers help?

MYBA is a recognised professional association in superyachting. Working with MYBA-member brokers helps align complex charters with established professional standards and widely used charter documentation.

What guests tell us matters

  • Guests value a shortlist built around their route, not a random catalogue.
  • Families ask for clear safety, shade, cabins and weather backup before they book.
  • Corporate groups want written timing, access and service expectations before deposit.

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Share your dates, destination and guest count. We will check availability, shortlist suitable yachts, and shape the route into a practical itinerary before you commit.

  • Discuss your vacation plans and preferred route.
  • Check availability and shortlist yachts that fit.
  • Coordinate booking details, pricing and itinerary notes.
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