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New Yacht Charter Marina in Sibenik, Croatia

New Marina in Sibenik, Croatia

Tourists planning a Croatia holiday on a or this summer, will be pleased to learn a new marina has opened - the Mandalina Marina and Yacht Club.  Located in the coastal town of Sibenik, the Mandalina Marina and Yacht Club is the area’s first facility. Special introductory rates for dockage are available for early reservations (see below).

Considered the Mediterranean’s next great destination, interest in Croatia holidays has spiked in the past 2 seasons.  The new Mandalina Marina and Yacht Club sits at the crossroads of central and eastern Europe, along the Dalmatian Coast, long a haven for bareboat sailboat .   Chosen as “the world’s number one sailing destination” by , the site is noted for its proximity to National Park and , two UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Sibinek is one of the oldest native Croatian towns and is noted as a center of culture and art.  With the opening of the facility and with the Spilt International Airport nearby, Sibenik is destined to become the region’s premier gateway for and vessels.  It offers convenient access to over 300 scenic islands on the Adriatic, as well as an outstanding hub from which to cruise the Eastern coast of Italy.

The new marina and yacht club features a wide range of on-site conveniences for yacht crews and tourists.

Twenty-four hour security and a full-time marina staff  will protect and maintain the 350 in-water slips with space for vessels up to 280 feet.

The consultants at SailAway are pleased to accept inquiries for Croatia as many of the newest and largest yachts have announced plans to offer their services in the Adriatic.  Some of the available yachts to charter in Croatia include , , , , , , and .

Plan your bareboat yacht vacation or luxury crewed now and take advantage of a special summer season dockage discount.  Reserve your berth before April 15, 2009 and save 10% on your berth charges.  Pre-pay for your berth and you’ll receive an additional 5% discount.  Offer valid for stays May 1, 2009 through October 31, 2009.  Conditions and restrictions apply - based on space availability.  Contact our charter specialists at 1-800-BAREBOAT for bareboat berth information, and 1-800-SAILAWAY for crewed information.

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Motor yacht APOGEE underway

Motor yacht APOGEE underway

The market is now dominated by vessels far north of the 50-meter mark.  Just 10 years ago, the concept of the largest yacht meant vessels over 100 feet in length.  Back then, a 50-meter (164 foot) vessel wasn’t large - it was huge!  Fast-forward to 2008, and even the last few listings of the U.S. owned top 50 largest yachts are within a few short inches of 190 feet, while two are over twice that size.

Superior in interior space, build quality, and performance, today’s vessels are being launched in greater numbers than ever before. 

Here’s a quick peak at the 5 largest U.S. owned vessels in the charter industry:

1.  Sail yacht MALTESE FALCON – Owned by American venture capitalist Tom Perkins, the 88-meter is the world’s second largest sailing yacht, after Sea Cloud.   Clients interested in a Perini Navi should look no further than this – one of the true yachting marvels of this century.  Yacht MALTESE FALCON boasts an art-filled interior by Ken Freivokh who also designed the exterior of this .    Click here to view sail yacht MALTESE FALCON.

2.  Motor yacht EXCELLENCE IV – Built by Abeking and Rasmussen in 2008, this 78-meter yacht is expected to enter the in 2009.  Built for American businessman Herb Chambers, the yacht features a stunning master suite with panoramic views looking forward from the raised bedroom platform.  Yacht EXCELLENCE IV boasts a cinema room and the main salon is home to a concert-quality grand piano. 

3.  Sail yacht MIRABELLA V – Built by VT for well-known American yachtsman, Joe Vittoria.  Currently the largest sloop ever built, yacht MIRABELLA V offers the space and accommodation of a large motor yacht at the same time as the pleasures of being under sail. A charter for up to 12 guests commands the hefty fee of $350,000/wk.  Click here to view sail yacht MIRABELLA V.

4.  Motor yacht – This six-deck, 70-meter luxury motor yacht hit the water at Lürssen’s facility on December 10, 2007, and was delivered to her American owner in May 2008.  With a gorgeous deep-blue hull, yacht will certainly turn heads on the charter circuit.  Features include an integral swim-up bar in the top-deck pool, gym, 7 wet bars in total, and a circular glass elevator that services 5 decks.  Click here to view yacht MARTHA ANN.

5.  Motor yacht – Opulence paired with excellent taste defines the character of motoryacht , a 68-meter built by Lurssen.  Launched in 2007, she has already found a niche in the charter industry, available for hire in the Caribbean in the winter and the Mediterranean in the summer.  Her attractive exterior looks, created by Espen Oino, are complimented by her Raymond Langton designed interior, and reveal strong, masculine architectural elements with a touch of Art Deco.     Click here to view motor yacht KISMET.

Other notable yachts in the Top 10 include: 

6.  Motor yacht APOGEE - Built in 2003, the 62-meter Codecasa is a true Italian masterpiece.  Yacht APOGEE features an immaculate interior design, combining exotic marble with exquisite fabrics, antiques complemented by soft lighting, inlaid granite floors, and mahogany paneling. On deck, there is seemingly endless space for al fresco dining and sunbathing, with its onyx-topped bar, multiple entertainment systems, and sunset terrace.   Click here to view motor yacht APOGEE.

7.  Motor yacht SECRET – Delivered by Feadship in 2008, American-owned 61-meter yacht SECRET combines unprecedented attention to detail and nautical elegance with the very latest technologies.  Click here to view motor yacht SECRET.

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