From AED 10,000 per hour, with a two hour minimum. That covers Elite Benetti 112 FT herself, the captain and crew, fuel, safety equipment and soft drinks. Catering, decoration and water sports are added on request, and we quote those with your booking so there is nothing to settle on the day.

Dubai Marina. The usual route runs past JBR and Bluewaters with Ain Dubai behind you, then out towards the Burj Al Arab, Atlantis and the Palm. Tell us what you want to see and the captain plans around it.

Yes, you are welcome to bring your own. There is a BBQ grill on board and the crew will run it for you. If you would rather not organise it yourself, we arrange catering from a light spread to a full menu with a private chef.

Yes. Balloons, flowers, a cake and a name banner are all arranged regularly, and you are welcome to bring your own decoration instead. Tell us the occasion when you book so the crew have it set up before you step aboard.

Two to three weeks is comfortable, and more for a weekend in winter or around Formula 1 and New Year, when the larger boats go first. Last minute is often still possible, so it is always worth asking.