ONBOARD Magazine Spring 2018

YACHT AGENTS
tax, and captains should inform themselves
accordingly. In recent years, Croatia has
invested a lot in promotion, so we believe
the season will be busy again.”
Raki from DRM Maritime Services is looking
forward to the summer opening of both
176-berth Lustica Bay for yachts up to
35 metres and 238-berth Portonovi which
is able to accommodate yachts up to 120
metres. They will join well-known award
winning Porto Montenegro.
Paola enthuses, “In recent years we have
seen Sicily become a preferred yachting
destination, and we are proud to have been
working with some of the most luxurious
yachts berthed here - many returning twice
in a row. We expect a busy season and warm
weather right from May until October.”
Bea from Evolution has similarly high hopes,
“We are already expecting many returning
clients, and are ready for another busy
summer. Additionally, with Barcelona hosting
the MYBA and LYBRA shows this spring,
we are receiving enquiries from newcomers
wishing to make the most of their visit to
Spain and start their season right here.”
Christiane from Lunautica concludes, “We
are definitely seeing increased interest in
Northern European destinations, which
widen the opportunities for charter yachts
and their clients. If you are arriving after
an Atlantic crossing, a trip into Seville
could be something special for guests but,
beware, air draught is limited to around 40
BODRUM YACHT SERVICES
With forty years of joined experience in the
marine industry and 28 consecutive years
of working in Turkey, Bodrum Yacht Services
continues to supply hands-on, professional
expertise for foreign-flagged yachts in the
Eastern Mediterranean. From complete
refits, engine rebuilds, hull painting and
electrical work, no job is too big or too
small. The staff speak fluent English and will
guide you through each step of your project.
The founders in-depth knowledge of local
tradesman and boatyards ensures that the
right people complete your job on time, at
the most competitive price.
For more details Tel: +90 532 434 6816
or visit www.bodrumyachtservices.com
metres due to the various bridges along
the Guadalquivir River.”
Whichever waters you decide to navigate,
do yourself a favour and pop a yacht agent
on speed dial.
Paz believes Spain’s season is starting
earlier, despite the questionable European
weather, and predicts a busy season.
STAR SARDINIA
Star Sardinia is one of the leading shipping agencies on
the Island, now celebrating its 25th Anniversary with the
inauguration of a new office on Cagliariís main street,
Via Roma, at number 101. This location (in the middle
of an elegant promenade facing the old port) is both
scenographic and convenient, as the waterfront will
be devoted exclusively to yachts. Star Sardinia provides
customs assistance, visa / berthing / bunker arrangements
(national or tax-free), crew assistance, ship repairs, luxury
car or van transfers, hotel accommodation, excursions, as
well as fresh flowers and top-quality wines
For more details Tel: +39.070.90.60.80
or visit www.yachting.starsardinia.it
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