Overview
SMILE yacht charter in France
SMILE works best when the charter is planned around larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting, not treated as another name in a list. Custom, 118'1 / 36m, 12 guests The strongest fit is a larger group day where deck flow matters around France and Mediterranean, with clear timing, guest flow, and season checks.
Custom118m12 guests5 cabins
Charter fit
How to use SMILE
SMILE 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 larger group day where deck flow matters, not a generic yacht-listing comparison.
Shortlist logic
Why this yacht belongs in the conversation
SMILE should make the shortlist when the brief needs a larger group day where deck flow matters around France and Mediterranean. The decision should weigh 118'1 / 36m, 12 guests, 5 cabins, 2010 against route timing and guest flow.
- Best use
- a larger group day where deck flow matters
- Guest profile
- 12 guests; larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting
- Route style
- Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising; strongest when boarding, service, and guest movement are planned before the day starts
- Port logic
- match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic
- 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
Who this yacht suits
SMILE is not a generic inventory pick. It is a better match when the client wants a flagship charter mood built around privacy, hosting, and status, a larger group day where deck flow matters, and a route shaped around Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising.
Local route logic
The local decision is less about distance and more about timing. Around France and Mediterranean, SMILE should be planned with boarding point, lunch stop, swim time, and return window in one brief. In practice, match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic.
Planning window
peak season dates, when cruising area, berth access, and crew availability should be checked early. For this yacht, confirm preferred dates, guest count, cabin needs, and cruising area together so the quote reflects the real plan. the best-looking option is not always the best route option once boarding point, lunch, and return timing are fixed.
Guest experience
For guests, the difference is felt in pace: where people sit, how lunch is handled, where swimming fits, and how the return feels. SMILE should be evaluated against that rhythm, not only against specs.
Shortlist logic
SMILE should be compared against at least one alternative if the brief is flexible. The useful difference may be cabin layout, crew style, speed, toys, berth access, or how naturally the yacht fits France and Mediterranean.
Broker caveat
Ask the broker to state the limitation as plainly as the advantage. For SMILE, the check should cover availability, owner approval where relevant, cruising area, APA, fuel, and whether the planned route still works in real weather.
Technical profile
Specifications
- Builder
- Custom
- Length
- 118'1 / 36m
- Built
- 2010
- Guests
- 12
- Cabins
- 5
- Crew
- 6
- Cruising speed
- 11 Knots
- Model
- Custom
- Beam
- 29'6 / 9m
- Draft
- 13'1 / 4m
Charter price
What the charter price is really buying
SMILE should be priced against the full charter brief, not only the headline yacht size. Availability, season, APA, tax, fuel, berths and delivery shape the final number.
Build and scale
Custom build, 118m 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 SMILE suits
Strong
Families and private groups
SMILE 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
SMILE by charter criteria
Space and comfort
5/5
The 118m 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
On request
Availability, rate, APA and operating assumptions should be confirmed with the broker.
Comparison
SMILE vs newer 80m+ yachts
Newer yachts in the same class may offer fresher interiors, newer beach clubs or updated wellness layouts. SMILE 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 SMILE
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 Smile. Principle among these are waterskis that are hugely entertaining whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro. In addition there are two kayaks - a tranquil and relaxing way to pass the time. If that isn't enough Smile also features fishing equipment and snorkelling equipment. Gulet yacht Smile boasts an impressive array of outstanding amenities for truly out-of-this-world charter vacations that you’ll never forget.
Overview
The 35.8m/117'5" gulet yacht 'Smile' by shipyard Custom offers flexible accommodation for up to 12 guests in 5 cabins. Renowned for its wide generous deck spaces and unrivalled outdoor living, Smile is the ideal vessel for supreme relaxation and entertainment on a luxury yacht charter around the glittering East Mediterranean coastline.
Performance Range
Smile is built with a wood hull and wood superstructure. Smile comfortably cruises at 11 knots, reaches a maximum speed of 11 knots.
Guest Accommodation
Families will particularly love Smile thanks to her child-friendly setup. Built in 2010, She offers guest accommodation for up to 12 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 6 crew onboard to ensure a relaxed luxury yacht charter experience.
Onboard Comfort Entertainment
A charter on Smile is comfortable and convenient thanks to the provided amenities including a deck jacuzzi, perfect to enjoy the scenery with your favourite drink in hand. Smile 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
Amenities
- Jacuzzi
- Wi-Fi
- Deck Jacuzzi
- Air Conditioning
Water toys
- 2 x Kayaks
- Water-Ski
- Snorkelling Equipment
- Fishing Equipment
Cruising
Regions
Mediterranean · Caribbean · Bahamas · Croatia · Greece · Italy · France · Spain
Planning notes
Before you request dates
- Confirm whether SMILE's 12 guests profile fits the full party.
- Check whether SMILE's 5 cabins layout fits overnight plans.
- Match the first route draft to Caribbean and Bahamas winter cruising.
- Ask why SMILE beats the nearest alternative for a larger group day where deck flow matters.
- Confirm the port plan: match the yacht to the charter area before treating global availability as realistic.
- For SMILE, include boarding point, must-do stops, and whether the route should stay focused on France and Mediterranean.
Availability
Request SMILE charter availability
Share your dates, destination, guest count and preferred pace. A charter expert will confirm availability, rate context, APA assumptions and whether SMILE fits the route.
FAQ
SMILE charter questions
Is SMILE a good fit for France?
Yes, if the route is planned around matching yacht size, cruising area, and guest profile before comparing rates. The broker should confirm dates, boarding point, guest count, and cruising area before treating it as available.
Who should consider SMILE?
SMILE is strongest for larger private groups, celebrations, and corporate hosting. The broker should compare the yacht against the occasion, the route length, and the level of privacy expected on board.
What should I send before requesting SMILE?
Send dates, number of guests, preferred start port, and any must-do stops for SMILE. That gives the charter team enough context to check availability and realistic alternatives.
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