Mystical Mallorca, a glimpse into one of the top sailing itineraries in Spain!

Mallorca, the biggest island out of the famous foursome. Known for the party vibe and hot summers! These islands sometimes get a rep of being only suitable for party lovers. Well, you have never been so wrong! Yes, these islands have a buzzing nightlife, however, the islands themselves are some of the most beautiful in the northern hemisphere.

Over 40% of Mallorca’s wildlife is protected which has created a luscious green island surrounded by dramatic cliffs.

Day 1: Palma, Cabo Blanco and Es Trenc.

  • Leave Palma port in the southwest direction and run by Cabo Blanco with its stunning cliffs.
  • Shortly after Cape Blanco is the entrance to Cala Pi, enter it and swim! After Cala Pi, sail the coast of S ‘Estanyol and Sa Rápita.
  • Anchor and spend the night in the southeast part of the beach of Es Trenc surrounded by the dark green of the pine woods.

Day 2: Es Trenc, Cabo Salinas and Porto Colom.

  • Head to the National Park of the Archipelago of Cabrera, certainly worth a visit.
  • When you pass the Cape Salinas, you will be sailing the east coast of Mallorca where you will find numerous coves to anchor and swim.
  • You can enter the Natural Park of Cala Mondragó and anchor in turquoise waters with white sandy bottoms, however, there are often many visitors on land.

Day 3: Porto Colom, Porto Cristo and Cala Ratjada.

  • Sail along the coast of Porto Cristo. This region is known as Calas de Mallorca -the coast of the coves.
  • Take a swim and snorkel around the shallows, or use the water toys aboard your yacht!
  • Spend the night in the port of Cala Ratjada, with the calm waters offering a stillness perfect for relaxing.

Day 4: Cala Ratjada to Cala Formentor.

  • The fourth day will be spent sailing through the bays of Alcudia and Pollensa.
  • The coasts and beaches of the two bays are great and have many choices for anchoring.
  • We recommend spending the night in Cala Formentor moored to a buoy.

Day 5: Cala Formentor to Port de Soller.

  • Leave by Cap Formentor – a great place for scuba diving, with much of the local wildlife being able to be spotted here.
  • Navigate through the rugged north coast of Mallorca with the Sierra Tramuntana.
  • You should visit Sa Calobra and Torrent de Pareis to reach anchor and spend the night in the Port of Soller.

Day 6: Port de Soller to Port d’Andratx.

  • Sail from Port de Sóller and head southwest while viewing the Sierra de Tramuntana to port.
  • During this journey, you will see Cala Deia, Sa Foradada, Port of Valdemosa, Banyalbufar and Estellencs. Perfect spot for a swim.
  • Later, you will enter the channel Dragonera to arrive at the Port of Andratx to spend the night in a sheltered anchorage.

Day 7: Port d’Andratx to Palma Port.

  • Leave the Port of Andratx towards the city of Palma for disembarkation.
  • Visiting the island of Toro and Malgrats, the bay of Santa Ponsa and Playa del Mago.
  • Make your way back to Palma Port where you will depart from your yacht, having had a truly memorable holiday!

We have a great range of yachts in Mallorca waiting for people to create memories on! We have a range of yachts for different purposes and itineraries. Get in touch to secure your yacht for this Summer!

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Captivating Catamarans – Lagoon Line

Lagoon was created directly from Jeanneau Technologies Avancees, also known as their competition department. Lagoon accepted unusual requests such as the construction of the trimaran in the film, “Waterworld”. Innovation was deeply embedded in the DNA of these yachts from the get-go.

Between the years of 1987-96 the first line of Lagoon catamarans was born. These yachts were loved by off-shore sailors as much as coastal cruisers. Their iconic wide beam allowed the yacht to be so stable even in rougher seas. In 1996 Beneteau took over the Jeanneau shipyards and handed over the legacy of Lagoon to Construction Navale Bordeaux. It was here when the use of high tech was implemented.

Come the early 00’s, Lagoon was on a roll. With the production of 380, 410, 440, 470, 500, and 570 hitting the market, it catapulted Lagoon to one of the leading Catamaran manufacturers in the world.

Now, Lagoon holds some of the most prestigious awards for their Catamarans in the world. The durable yachts make Lagoons a perfect choice when choosing a catamaran for your charter. They are easy to manage, with state of the art electronics making every moment of you charter special.

We have recently added 30+ Lagoons in Greece, Croatia and the Caribbean from only the most trusted owners. We have carefully selected some of the best Lagoons available on the market, with different variations its never been so easy to find your perfect catamaran! To find out more please contact one of our expert brokers here!

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The 2019 Mediterranean Yacht Show

It’s almost time for your Boatbookings crewed yacht charter brokers to attend the annual Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS) in Nafplion, Greece. With 107 yachts on display measuring over 3000m in length, the 2019 MEDYS is going to be the most successful yacht show to date. Today, we will take a look at three of our favourite yachts exhibiting from the 4-8 May 2019.

MELITI | Lagoon 560

MEDYS 2019 will showcase the best motor and sailing yachts available for charter in Greece, as well as some of our favourite Greek crewed catamarans. MELITI is a luxurious Lagoon 560 catamaran, accommodating 10 guests in 5 cabins for sailing charter through the Saronic and Cyclades islands. With Captian Stelios at the helm, you will discover tranquil bays, breathtaking anchorages and unrivalled sunsets. Bring your camera!

PARIS A | Maiora 115

In addition to catamarans, MEDYS 2019 will showcase the best Greece crewed motor yachts. PARIS A continues to be one of our favourites in the 100-120 feet range, offering five spacious suites, a large flybridge and a great selection of water toys. Furthermore, she has a dedicated crew, as well as a superb chef in Dionisios for summer 2019. We look forward to being dazzled with his creations!

BLISS | Heesen 44m

BLISS has just benefitted from an extensive winter refit and is therefore in sparkling condition for the summer 2019 Greek yachting season. Experienced Captain Takis, and his dedicated crew of 8 will show you the best Cyclades Islands Motor Yacht Itinerary with stops in the magical Mykonos and picturesque Paros.

Stay tuned for our full MEDYS 2019 report and continue to follow the action via the Boatbookings Instagram page.

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Food Glorious Food!

Variety
Food is exceptionally important on a sailing holiday. It’s where everyone comes together and talks about their experiences not only of the holiday but life. Sailing is wholesome, and I believe it brings out the best in people (or the worst if you don’t do what you’re told!) However you look at it, it’s a great way to get everyone together. There’s no better place to eat than on the aft deck overlooking the Bahamian sun, or over the islands of Croatia.

Eating on the yacht
Bareboat sailing yachts come with a small gas oven and normally a two ring hob – which is more than enough. Ovens on boats typically take a long time to warm up, so factor that in before you say dinner will be ready in half an hour!
When provisioning for your yacht it’s important to get a healthy balance of different foods. You’ll be expelling a lot of energy each day so don’t worry about the number of carbs you consume! Pasta, noodles, rice, couscous are great dry food that can be used for many different things. Try not to buy loads of fresh food on the first day, instead buy fresh food along the way. This prevents wastage! Quick foods like noodles, or soup are great when you have a fussy crew!

Sample menu
This would typically be on the menu when I was living on a bareboat sailing yacht:
Breakfast: Fresh loaf of bread from the bakery. Bakeries are everywhere when you are sailing! Honey, eggs, and tomatoes.
Lunch: Big salad with corn, figs, spinach, avocado, pine nuts, feta, tomatoes, roasted peppers, eggplant, and balsamic glaze. I’d normally do a side of couscous and spring onions.
Dinner: Pasta dish or some sort. If I was feeling full of energy I would use the rest of the bread from the day and make some garlic butter to dip into.
Keep it simple and tasty!

Tip: Try and stay away from meats. Unless you really trust your solar panels, have a gen or prefer to cruise rather than sail (not judging!), There is a chance that you will turn your fridge off when the motor is not running.


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Amalfi Adventures

The majestic Amalfi Coast, composed of pastel-colored washed towns like Capri, Positano, and Salerno, is a haven for luxury seekers. This undisputable beautiful corner of the Mediterranean is easily assessable by train, plane or car.

To sail the Amalfi Coast with Boatbookings, we offer a myriad of chartering options. Whether you want a week in Italy on a crewed motor yacht, a catamaran, a sailboat, or even a day charter…with or without a crew – we do it all!

Our team of expert brokers review the yachts, meet the crew and visit the local Italian yachting hotspots each year. We are the first port of call for planning a bespoke itinerary for your Amalfi Coast vacation. Contact us, read about us or simply email [email protected] to start planning your tailor-made Amalfi Coast boat holiday today!

Already in the Amalfi coast on holiday and fancy a day out on the water? Check our world-class day charter yachts! Depart from 10am, motor to some of the most exclusive islands in the world and return at 6pm! We can even make lunch reservations! Get in contact with us today!

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