S/Y Suheyla Sultan - This luxury private yacht is based in Turkey and can accommodate up to 14 guests. Departure ports are flexible and will depend on availability. We highly recommend combining Turkish coastline with some of the Greek islands.
We are looking forward to the first gulet show in Croatia that is taking place in Sibenik, 20th – 22nd May 2010. Gulet charter on the Adriatic has become more and more popular in the last five years or so. Originally (mostly) Turkish yachts, these gulets where brought to Croatia and fully refurbished. They offer a fantastic way of exploring the Adriatic coast as well as an excellent service and superb array of food on board. The gulets are based between Dubrovnik, Split and Sibenik.
http://www.show.globecharter.com/
The Bosphorus fish restaurants are highly recommended by most guidebooks, but Barba Giritli (Abdulezzel Pasa Cad 3, Tel: 00 90 212 533 1866), on the more industrial Golden Horn, is one of the best restaurants in this area of Istanbul with fantastic views of the old city. Highly recommended dish is marinated grilled octopus. Rustem Pasha Mosque, near the Spice Market, is a hidden Ottoman treasure, with beautiful 16th-century Iznik tiles. In the Grand Bazaar, eat as locals do at Arslan (Vezirhan Cad 70; 00 90 212 513 7610) as you will be among shopkeepers who demand a quality lunch. Nearby is Caferaga Medresesi, a 16th-century school on Sogukcesme Sok, now a coffee shop. It makes perfect break from sightseeing.
The 21st International Wooden Yacht (Gulet) Regatta started on Wednesday, 28th October, but the second day into the race has been interrupted by strong winds. The set route was 25 nautical miles from Gündoğan to Didim. Gulet ‘Dreamland’ was a referee yacht during the Regatta.
After the start at 10 a.m. from Apostol Island, the speed of the winds reached about 40 kilometers per hour. The waves were around four meters high which considerably slowed down the gulets.
After six nautical miles of sailing, 14 gulets had to withdraw. Some gulets returned to Gündoğan Bay, while the other gulets were given a permission to put the sails down and advance to the finishing line in Didim by engines.
Despite the weather conditions, this stage had a great audience from the shores.
The Bodrum Cup promotes the world-famous Bodrum gulets. The gulets traditionally date back three thousand years ago.
The Bodrum Cup was first organized in 1989. This gulet sailing event was launched with the aim of encouraging sailing activity during yacht charters and helping charter crews develop their sailing skills and interests. The cup race has been held on the beautiful “blue voyage” courses which the charters use during summers to impress their clients, such as Datça, Ekincik, Gökova Bay, Güllük and Mandalya Bay.
2009 has brought closer together two fantastic Adriatic coastlines – Croatia and Montenegro. Both are magnificent, dramatic, rich in history and offer a number of beautiful old towns, islands and bays, great for sailing, sightseeing, swimming. For a week charter, we suggest starting in Dubrovnik, sailing the Elafiti archipelago, sailing to Cavtat and then crossing to Montenegro to visit the Bay of Kotor (towns of Perast and Kotor are a must!), Budva and Sv Stefan before returning the boat to Dubrovnik. This can be easily organized with a bareboat charter as well as a crewed charter. The alternative option is to sail Croatia for a week, then hire a car to Montenegro which will allow you to explore the inland of the country that is incredibly beautiful. If you decide for this option, we highly recommend staying in Dobrota (between Perast and Kotor). Palazzo Radomiri, once lovely stone Captain’s residence has been turned into a great boutique hotel. The scenery of the bay of Kotor (Boka Kotorska) is stunning. For the ones who prefer the luxury of the Aman Resorts we recommend staying in the Villa Milocer.
We have already started thinking about the 2010 destination for www.highpointyachtfest.eu . It has to be in the Mediterranean, but while the fleet is small we need to use that to visit smaller places where bigger fleet can not fit. Three top destinations for this sailing event (to take place in October 2010) are: Sardinia and Corsica, Elba, south/west coast of Italy, from Salerno. We would not exclude Greece either. So the question is, where can one still expect some nice and warm weather in October but also have some good winds. We shall be looking into interesting places as many like meeting different cultures and tasting different cuisine. We shall be sailing again for a week, from port to port (or anchorage). This event, although competitive, is ideal for any kind of experience, so the beginners are very welcome!
We have just returned from our www.highpointyachtfest.eu sailing regatta in Croatia and realized, once again, that sailing, socializing and networking go incredibly well together. We were so lucky with the beautiful weather too bearing in mind that we are in October. We took over the sailing boats in Kastela, nr Split. We had sailing yachts Elan 434 and Elan 384 in the fleet. We then sailed to Trogir for the Welcome Party. Trogir is one of the best preserved towns in Dalmatia and one of the most beautiful ones too. The old town centre is well worth visiting and is a perfect host for these kinds of sailing events as well as for the private charter. The ACI Marina is positioned right across the waterfront of the old town. One can not wish for a more lovely view. On Sunday we started our regatta and sailed from Trogir, via the island of Solta to the Lucice anchorage. On Monday, we sailed from Lucice to Hvar. On Tuesday we sailed from Hvar to Palmizana, the Pakleni archipelago. On Wednesday we sailed from Palmizana to Vis. On Thursday we sailed from Vis to Maslinica (island Solta). On Friday we sailed from Maslinica to Trogir for our Prize Giving dinner in the old town centre. On Saturday morning we returned the boats in the Kastela marina.
We swam, we dined very well, mostly in the local restaurants that we pre booked for our crews. We sailed in the afternoons as that is when we had the most of the winds.
The Central Dalmatia is a fantastic area for a sailing holiday, a regatta or any kind of sailing event. The choice of sailing boats is very good and there are plenty of marinas, anchorages and lovely ports that give a number of options for different routes.
The 8th edition of SAIL will take place in Amsterdam from 19th to 23rd August 2010. For five days, the Amsterdam IJ harbour will be the host to a festive program full of music, culture and nautical world.
We are expecting another spectacle which will include:
• an impressive fleet of Tall Ships from all around the world
• a unique collection of Dutch sailing heritage
• a variety of modern ships
• various impressive naval ships and replicas
• an extensive, accompanying program on the wharfs
• activities, performances and expositions for all age
• a unique atmosphere with thousands of boats on the water
• a daily closing ceremony with a fantastic fireworks show
• and much, much more…
We recommend early arrangements for this event to avoid disappointment!
All 10 Bavaria 47 Cruisers are based in the Marina Kornati, Biograd, (36 km from Zadar). The vicinity of Split and Zadar airport, Kornati Archipelago, National Park Telašćica and Lake Vrana make Biograd a great starting a finishing point. Bavaria 47 Cruisres coule be chartered for a private cruise of the Kornati Archipelago, but also for a professional race, fun regattas or a corportate trip. A professional team on the ground will look after the guests and the entertainment program. The itinerary will be suggested according to the length of the trip. Lend transfer and on shore accommodation can be arranged too.
A couple of luxury gulets have developed this fantastic route from Venice, via Split to Dubrovnik. It will have to be a two-week journey and we highly recommend it. A number of our clients, particularly the ones who arrive from far away will use this opportunity to spend some time in Italy, few nights in Venice and board the gulet in the Venice port. These luxury gulets are ideal for larger groups of eight to fourteen guests. They have great crews who provide an excellent service. The Gulet will take them along the Adriatic coast, via Istrian peninsula, Kornati Archipelago to Central and Southern Dalamtia. The gulets have superb chefs and the guests will be spoiled with the choice of food. Early enquiry for these luxury gulets is highly recommended. Please see the recommended gulets:
http://www.adriaticholidays.co.uk/destinations/croatia/charter/gulets-motor-cruisers?id=290&aid=22
http://www.adriaticholidays.co.uk/destinations/croatia/charter/gulets-motor-cruisers?id=785&aid=23
SAILING YACHTS CROATIA
There are several charter basis in Croatia, most of them between Dubrovnik and Zadar – Dalmatia. The most popular charter basis are Split, Trogir, Zadar and Biograd, Dubrovnik. There are sailing yachts for a bareboat charter and skippered / crewed charter. Size of sailing yachts range from 30ft to 54ft. There are several types that are popular in Croatia. Not all the sailing boats are listed on the website.
Élan sailing boats – Elan 344 Impression, Elan 384 Impression, Elan 434 Impression and Elan 514 Impression
Bavaria sailing boats – Bavaria 33, Bavaria 34c, Bavaria 36, Bavaria 37, Bavaria 39c, Bavaria 40, Bavaria 42c, Bavaria 44, Bavaria 46c, Bavaria 49, Bavaria 50, Bavaria 50c
Beneteau Oceanis – Oceanis 361, Sun Odyssey 39i, Oceanis 393, Beneteau Cyclades 43.4, Oceanis 411, Oceanis 473, Beneteau Cyclades 50.4, Beneteau Cyclades 50.5, Beneteau 57
Janneau boats / Sun Odyssey boats – Sun Odyssey 32i, Sun Odyssey 36i, Sun Odyssey 40, Sun Odyssey 42i, Sun Odyssey 45DS, Sun Odyssey 44i, Sun Odyssey 49i, Sun Odyssey 50DS, Sun Odyssey 54DS
CROATIAN MARINAS – From Dubrovnik in South and Istria in the north of Croatian Adriatic, there are just over 30 marinas.
ACI MARINAS IN CROATIA: ACI Marina Umag, ACI Marina Rovinj, ACI Marina Pula, ACI Marina Pomer, ACI Marina Opatija, ACI Marina Cres, ACI Marina Supetarska Draga, ACI Marina Rab, ACI Marina Simuni, ACI Maria Zut, ACI Marina Piskera, ACI Marina Jezera, ACI Marina Vodice, ACI Marina Skradin, ACI Marina Trogir, ACI Marina Split, ACI Marina Milna, ACI Marina Vrbovska, ACI Marina Palmizana, ACI Marina Korcula, ACI Marina Dubrovnik
PRIVATE MARINAS IN CROATIA: Marina Admiral in Opatija, Marina Punat island Krk, Marina Betina island of Murter, Marina Borik in Zadar, Marina Cervar-Porat in Istria, Marina Dalmacija in Sukosan, Marina Frapa in Rogoznica, Marina Hramina island of Murter, Marina Ist island of Ist, Marina Kastela, Marina Kornati in Biograd, Marina Kremik nr Primosten, Marina Laguna in Novigrad, Marina Zirona island Drvenik Veli, Marina Lav, Marina Lumbarda, island of Korcula, Marina Podgora in Podgora, Marina Mali Losinj, Marina Orebic on Peljesac, Marina Punat, Marina Tucepi, Marina Vlaska.
Most of the superb villas in Croatia that we offer are on islands, such as Brac and Hvar. Most of them are with a pool and within easy reach of towns and restaurants. A car hire may be a good idea if the guests want to explore the area more. We often suggesti to combine the stay in a villas with a week of sailing – explore Croatian islands, taste the great food and wine and enjoy the sea.
Gulets represent a perfect way of spending some time on the sea in great comfort and with an excellent service. This is also the best way of exploring Croatian Adriatic. Gulets in Croatia are often Turkish yachts, fully refurbished and adapted to Croatian standards. But some are newly built. The itineraries are tailor-made to clients’ specification and all the details are taken care of. We often suggest doing a one-way route Split/Trogir – Dubrovnik or the other way around.
The bay of Fethiye, is in our opinion, the most beautiful sailing area in Turkey. Green mountains reach the height of 2000meters. Incredible scenery. Numerous little bays, perfectly placed for sailing yachts normally offer a restaurant and safe mooring. There are endless possibilities for a week itinerary only within the bay of Fethiye. The town of Fethiye is famous for its great fish market. We higly recommend dining there.
Sailing in Bodrum is always challenging as there the wind conditions are almost always perfect for sailing. We recommend starting in Bodrum, crossing over to Kos and sailing further around the Bodrum peninsula, visiting places like Gumusluk, Yalikavak and Iasos.
For those who are looking for more off-the-beaten-track type of Sailing in Croatia, I suggest starting from Dubrovnik and covering the Elafiti islands, Mljet, Lastovo and Korcula. The route can be adapted for longer or shorter sailing legs and it offers a fantastic combination of numerous little bays and few lovely ports. Kornati islands offer the same kind of feel. Not too busy and not too lively. More for the sailors who are looking for peaceful time. Read the rest of this entry »
Based in Turkey, this stylish 40 meter sailing yacht can accommodate up to 14 guests. Flexible departure ports.
Sibenik was a host to a very first gulet (and crewed charter) show in Croatia. An impressive selection of Croatian gulets was displayed on the waterfront in front of Sibenik city walls.
Crewed sailing yacht ‘Fortuna’ (7 en suite cabins) is available at 15% discount on different routes throughout the summer 2010.
A five cabin gulet ‘Angelica’ is offering a 15% discount for all the 2010 bookings. This five en suite cabin gulet has been refurbished to a high standard and offers great service. We highly recommend her!
Our recommendation for a perfect holiday in Turkey: sailing the magnificent coast with masses of Greek, Roman and Lycean ruins followed by a week in Cappadocia in the Anatolian Cave Suites. This area is unique and extraordinary landscape formed from the erosion of volcanic rocks. A trip in the hot-air balloon is a must!
Adriatic Holidays and its many happy customers would like to extend the gratitude to the Captain Niksa Gluncic and his team for all their outstanding work and efforts.
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