Alloy Yachts169m10 guests5 cabins
FAVOURITE CHILD is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Alloy Yachts · Mediterranean · Caribbean · Bahamas · Croatia · Greece
Overview
FAVOURITE CHILD is worth shortlisting for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The planning focus should be turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan, then dates, cabins, onboard rhythm, and a realistic port strategy.
Charter fit
FAVOURITE CHILD 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 private celebration or corporate hosting brief, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
FAVOURITE CHILD should make the shortlist when the brief needs a private celebration or corporate hosting brief around Mediterranean and Caribbean. The decision should weigh 169'7 / 51.7m, 10 guests, 5 cabins, 2006 | 2022 (Refitted) against route timing and guest flow.
Use FAVOURITE CHILD when the brief calls for full-scale superyacht presence with formal service and serious deck space. At 169'7 / 51.7m, the yacht has a different planning profile from a simple day boat. The key question is whether the route protects hosting time on deck.
For Luxury Yacht Charter, the route should start with Croatia, Greece, Italy, France, or Spain depending on season. That keeps the charter practical around turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan, especially in peak weeks. The port decision should decide the first cruising area before comparing rates, cabins, and crew style.
The earlier the request is shaped, the cleaner the shortlist becomes. peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. The broker note should be honest about limits: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board.
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.
A fair shortlist should explain why FAVOURITE CHILD is preferred over the next option. In this case, ask whether compare against another yacht only after checking route fit around Mediterranean, then compare rates and availability.
The main caveat is simple: the final choice should account for weather, berth pressure, and how the group wants to spend time on board. This does not weaken the yacht; it makes the recommendation more precise and easier to trust.
Technical profile
Charter price
FAVOURITE CHILD is positioned around €220,000 p/week + expenses Approx $258,500, before the final charter budget is shaped by APA, tax, fuel, berths, provisioning, delivery and the route requested.
Alloy Yachts build, 169m class
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.
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
Strong
FAVOURITE CHILD gives the group a cabin-led base for multi-day planning, with space to balance privacy, meals and time on deck.
Strong
The yacht data includes toys or tenders, so the charter can be planned around swimming, water time and an active anchorage rhythm.
Selective
For event-style use, confirm legal guest capacity, deck flow and whether the yacht is intended for cruising or static hosting.
Inspect style
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
5/5
The 169m class gives the yacht its baseline for deck space, cabins and guest flow.
4.5/5
The available toy and tender data supports a more active charter plan.
4.5/5
Amenities and features give the yacht stronger onboard value beyond transport.
Visible
Rate context is available, but APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery still need confirmation.
Comparison
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. FAVOURITE CHILD 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
Set against the backdrop of your chosen cruising ground, you and your guests can enjoy endless days of fun on the water with the exceptional collection of water toys and accessories aboard Favourite Child. Principle among these are sailboats to bring out the explorer in you. Additionally, there are towable toys offering fun and adventure. In addition there are two waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. If that isn't enough Favourite Child also features scuba diving equipment, a seabob, wakeboards, kayaks, fishing equipment. Favourite Child has a 6.5m/21'4" Castoldi Jet Tender to transfer you from ship to shore. Book your next the Mediterranean luxury yacht charter aboard Favourite Child this summer. She is already accepting bookings this winter for cruising in the Caribbean. Sail yacht Favourite Child is an outstanding pedigree yacht that delivers on all fronts for superlative luxury yacht vacations.
The 51.7m/169'7" sail yacht 'Favourite Child' by the New Zealander shipyard Alloy Yachts offers flexible accommodation for up to 10 guests in 5 cabins and features interior styling by British designer RWD. For the ultimate sailing experience, Favourite Child offers the perfect mix of luxurious living coupled with plenty of adventure once her sails are unfurled. Step aboard and experience the magic of a sailing yacht charter for yourself.
Favourite Child is built with a aluminium hull and aluminium superstructure. Powered by 1 x 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 36,334 litre fuel tanks at cruising speed.
Favourite Child is great for families thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2006, She offers guest accommodation for up to 10 guests with a layout comprising a master suite, two double cabins and two twin cabins. There are 9 beds in total, including 1 king, 2 queen, 4 singles and 2 pullmans. She is also capable of carrying up to 9 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
A charter on Favourite Child is comfortable and convenient thanks to the provided amenities including a gym with all the latest equipment to maintain your fitness routine. Sit back with a glass of champagne in the deck jacuzzi. Whatever your activities on your charter, you'll find some impressive features are seamlessly integrated to help you 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
Commercial
€240,000 p/week + expenses Approx $282,000
Mediterranean · Croatia · Greece · Italy · Turkey · Calvi · Corsica · Mykonos · Santorini · Sardinia
$240,000 p/week + expenses
Caribbean · Antigua · Saint Martin · St Barts
Cruising
Mediterranean · Caribbean · Bahamas · Croatia · Greece
Planning notes
Availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether FAVOURITE CHILD fits the route.
FAQ
Yes, if the route is planned around turning a global yacht shortlist into a realistic private charter plan. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
FAVOURITE CHILD is strongest for clients who need space, service, and a polished guest flow. The right answer depends on guest mix, service expectations, and whether the route stays close to Mediterranean.
Start with dates, guest count, preferred route around Mediterranean and Caribbean, and any lunch or swim priorities. The team can then confirm whether FAVOURITE CHILD fits the plan.
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Trust & booking clarity
We help guests move from enquiry to booking with the right checks in place: suitable yachts, transparent terms, safety context and partner brokers who understand professional charter standards.
Learn about MYBAYour request is reviewed with professional charter partners, including brokers who are members of MYBA The Worldwide Yachting Association when the yacht, contract or market requires it.
Before a deposit, you see the yacht, route assumption, inclusions, exclusions, payment schedule, cancellation terms and any APA, VAT, fuel or delivery notes.
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.
A charter expert stays visible from enquiry to shortlist, with email or WhatsApp follow-up when timing, routes or guest needs change.
We qualify the request, then coordinate with suitable charter broker partners so availability, terms and negotiation are handled through professional charter channels.
The shortlist should clarify the exact yacht, dates, guest count, boarding point, route, price assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and payment conditions.
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.
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