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Travel Byte: Yacht Week dazzles for 2024

• September 21, 2023

Our favourite floating festival, Yacht Week, has announced its dazzling destinations for 2024. Over a sublime seven days of sailing, exploring, and dancing, Yacht Week will bring back the former sell-out Sardinia route, as well as introduce Latin, hip hop and Afrobeats weeks, as choices on its popular Greece or Croatia routes. 2024 also sees the welcome return of the party-starting Croatia Ultra Festival route and for techno aficionados, the Drumcode takeover . Bookings for all Yacht Week destinations (May – Aug 2024) open on 28th September 2023.

Yacht Week is the original festival of the seas. Grab your best pals, grab a premium yacht with skipper and host, then unplug and relax, or party like there’s no tomorrow, with natural bay swims, hikes, seaside yoga, quad biking, dockside discos, ancient fort raves, regatta racing, and plenty more.

For 2024 Yacht Week returns to Sardinia and the crystal blue Emerald Coast. For two weeks in June, this route sees luxury meet wild terrain as the flotilla moors in beautiful archipelagos and enjoys wellness activities, renowned beach clubs, and stylish parties in stunning locations.

Also new for 2024, Yacht Week delivers two themed weeks on the Greece route. Applebum (Jun 8-14) will serve up a week of carefully curated hip hop, while Vibras (June 13-19) will bring the sultry sounds of Latin music to Yacht Week from reggaeton to Brazilian funk, and Latin pop to Latin house. On the Croatia route Rhythm & Waves (June 22 – 28) brings the Afrobeats and dancehall, while those with true party stamina can take on the Croatia Ultra Festival route (July 6-12) letting Yacht Week guests attend one of the world’s best house and techno festivals as VIPs. Yacht Week 2024 also collaborates with cutting-edge techno label, Drumcode for a third year with top DJs including Adam Beyer and parties in captivating locations such as a lighthouse, a deserted island, a submarine shelter, a historic fortress, and more.

I know what you’re thinking – how much is it and where do I sign up?!

Sign up now via www.theyachtweek.com . Prices start from just £562 / €641 / $699 / CA$944 / A$1082 per person.

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Yacht Week to return with dazzling destinations in 2024

The renowned floating festival continues to deliver unforgettable adventures as it reveals a return to Sardinia’s luxurious Emerald Coast, new themed routes to Greece, plus party-starting routes in Croatia with Ultra Music Festival and Drumcode.

The iconic floating festival, Yacht Week, has announced its dazzling destinations for 2024, each guaranteeing an unforgettable adventure for hundreds of like-minded travelers. Over a sublime seven days of sailing, exploring, and dancing, Yacht Week will bring back the former sell-out Sardinia route, as well as introduce Latin, hip hop and Afrobeats weeks, as choices on its popular Greece or Croatia routes. 2024 also sees the welcome return of the party-starting Croatia Ultra Festival route and for techno aficionados, the Drumcode takeover. Bookings for all Yacht Week destinations (May – Aug 2024) open on 28th September 2023. Sign up now via www.theyachtweek.com .

Following a sold-out summer in 2023 – and now entering its 18th year – Yacht Week is the original festival of the seas. It’s a special, shared experience for both single travelers and groups of friends. Unplug and relax, or party like there’s no tomorrow, with natural bay swims, hikes, seaside yoga, quad biking, dockside discos, ancient fort raves, regatta racing, and so much more. Yacht Week is recognized as the trip of a lifetime for a community of travelers, each setting out to explore paradise in their own premium yacht with a skipper and host. Each year Yacht Week adds a new route to its offering and for 2024, it brings back Sardinia and the crystal blue Emerald Coast. For two weeks in June, this route sees luxury meet wild terrain as the flotilla moors in beautiful archipelagos and enjoys wellness activities, renowned beach clubs such as ‘Rituals’, stylish parties in stunning locations such as La Maddelena Dock and the exquisite Cone Club, and a sumptuous mix of local cuisine in contemporary restaurants.

Also new for 2024, Yacht Week delivers two themed weeks on the Greece route. Applebum (Jun 8-14) will serve up a week of carefully curated hip hop, while Vibras (June 13-19) will bring the sultry sounds of Latin music to Yacht Week from reggaeton to Brazilian funk, and Latin pop to Latin house. These Yacht Week parties will be filled with the perfect soundtrack for sunkissed beaches and sizzling nights. 

The Croatia route will see an intrepid crowd dive headfirst into a carefully curated week of incredible experiences with a flotilla of new friends from around the world. Every night there are parties in amazing locations from clubs to deserted islands, to parties at sea with DJs performing on the ‘Buzz Boat’ – a floating DJ booth alongside the world’s first floating dance floor. During the day is sailing, swimming, and snorkeling in crystal blue waters; exploring, hiking, and shopping; kicking back at the coolest beach clubs; enjoying the best food and drink on offer, and much more.   

Music is always a central part of the Yacht Week experience and 2024 is no different. For fans of Afrobeats and dancehall, Yacht Week caters with its own in-house brand, Rhythm & Waves (June 22 – 28). While those with true party stamina can take on the Croatia Ultra Festival route (July 6-12) letting Yacht Week guests attend one of the world’s best house and techno festivals as VIPs. This week puts the ‘rave’ into travel and there is no better way to arrive than by yacht!

Yacht Week 2024 also collaborates with cutting-edge techno label, Drumcode for a third year. This hugely popular week (June 1-7) continues to redefine what a music festival can be as some of the world’s preeminent techno artists, including Drumcode founder Adam Beyer, join the flotilla in an intimate and unforgettable journey. Parties take place in captivating locations such as a lighthouse, a deserted island, a submarine shelter, a historic fortress, and more.

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Posted on 27th December 2023

Dates: 24 - 30 August 2024

Get ready to feel the burn in Summer 2024! Join us on our brand new Bootcamp route, a week dedicated to fitness and wellness as we set sail across the beautiful islands of Greece. Where the only thing hotter than the Mediterranean sun is your workout routine, lead by fitness expert Will Kane . Dive into the details below to catch a glimpse of what awaits you on board next summer 👇

Will Kane takes the helm with at least two daily fitness sessions designed to push your limits—recommended for those with at least a basic fitness level to maximise the burn. Balance is key, and our daily doses of yoga, pilates, and invigorating ice plunges promise a refreshing cooldown amidst the Greek summer heat. Yet, this week is more than just sweat and personal records, it's about forging a team spirit on each yacht. Embrace the challenge of learning to sail and showcase your game face as we race alongside the stunning backdrop of Greece!

Fitness is at the heart of this journey, but we need the fuel to keep the fire alive! Our on-board chefs craft delectable meals using locally sourced, in-season produce, making nutrition a focal point in a culinary experience that rivals the intensity of our workouts. Venture into local restaurants to savour the diverse Greek cuisine.

Because this is Yacht Week after all, get ready to experience our iconic tunnel rafts, where the yachts join together out at sea to create a space for dinghy races, lazing on floaties, and yacht-hopping. Giving you the perfect opportunity to meet your new for lifers!

From HIIT, swimming, Run Club, daily yoga and so much more! Get ready to join us on our brand new adventure in 2024!

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THE TRUTH ABOUT YACHT WEEK | 6 Things To Know Before You Go

Last summer, my friend and I spent a week exploring Croatia, Slovenia and Montenegro then met up with Kiersten ‘The Blonde Abroad’ and the rest of our all-girls crew for a week of sailing in Greece with The Yacht Week . As a whole, I loved the experience, but there were several things I wish I would have know prior to booking the trip that would have allowed me to enjoy it to the fullest. So here are 6 things you should know before you go on Yacht Week.

1) The Yacht Week will be more expensive than you think!

I budgeted around $75 a day for food and drinks for our seven day trip and quickly realized that that was not going to be enough. Upon arriving, we were told we needed to go shopping for costumes for the sailing competition and parties. Next, we had to put money in for the “Kitty Fund,” which is food and drinks for the boat for the week. We also had to pitch in money to tip our skipper and pay for gas for the boat. At the parties you usually get 1 or 2 free drinks with your wristband, but after, that you pay for your drinks. So it can get expensive, especially if you want to splurge on bottle service. It’s nice to have a heads up on all this so you can budget accordingly. Bottom line: if you plan to drink and eat out and don’t want to worry about running out of money, you should plan to spend around $130 USD/day. Here’s a quick budget breakdown…

$150 Kitty $50 Costumes $525 ($75/Day Restaurants + Drinks x 7 Days) $100 Gas/Tip for Skipper $100 Bottle Service _______ $925 TOTAL

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2) The Yacht Week is more about partying and less about sailing

Yes, you will sail from island to island (my favorite part of the trip!), but the main focus of Yacht Week is the parties they throw. There is a big welcome party the night you arrive, and for the rest of the trip, there are day parties and night parties every single day. I didn’t fully understand this coming into the trip so I wasn’t in the right frame of mind, but once I realized the basic agenda was sailing from party to party, I was able to just go with the flow and also plan some other stuff I wanted to do, without feeling like I was going to miss out.

With that said, I highly recommend skipping one or two of the day parties and exploring instead. On the Greece Route , forget the day party at Love Bay Beach (it’s a dirt beach and not that pretty) and check out Poros! There is a lot to see and you only get one night there, so skip the day party and wander around this cute little town. Also, Hydra Island ( my favorite stop on the Greece Route ) is another must see! Definitely ditch the day party and spend your time exploring this magical place. There are so many gorgeous spots to take photos on both islands.

3) Unless you splurge on a bigger, nicer sailboat, you will not be able to use the toilet onboard for #2!

You can go pee on all the sailboats, but you can’t flush toilet paper down the toilets, and on many of them, you cannot go #2. I am sorry. I know this is a disgusting topic, but it is even more disgusting and horrifying to find yourself on a boat, sailing for hours or docked somewhere overnight, and realize there is nowhere that you can go to the bathroom. My friend Misha and I stayed at several hotels along the way because neither of us wanted to handle not having proper use of a toilet for days on end, but many girls were not as lucky, and there are some very embarrassing stories that I will not repeat here. Had we known about the bathroom situation prior, we would have splurged on a bigger sailboat that could accommodate people using the toilet. So make sure you look into this before you book your boat!

4) Your boat will get dirty real quick!

We had an all-girls crew and our cabin still got crazy dirty every day. Make a pact to all help clean. If everyone pitches in, it takes just a few minutes a day to keep your boat clean. Stay on top of dishes. Do them right after you are done eating, and try to keep all your personal stuff in your own cabin. The last thing you want is to spend a week in a tiny cramped, filthy space. This is the real Yacht Week v. your Instagram Yacht Week…

5) There is no air conditioning on the smaller sailboats

This is really not a big deal but when it’s very hot, it is hard to sleep in the cabins. I recommend bringing a yoga mat or buying one the first night you are there, so you can lay it out and sleep on the deck of the boat at night. And if you do choose to sleep on the deck, make sure someone sleeps next to you. A lot of people will be walking to and from the boats at all hours of the night, so it is safer to use the buddy system, especially for girls.

6) You will have the time of your life!

Just go!   If you can’t find a friend to go with you, just go on your own. Every single girl on our boat was amazing and our skipper,  Gregor , was one of the kindest and most responsible guys I have ever met! I had the time of my life and I can’t wait to go on another Yacht Week trip, especially now that I know what to expect. It is nothing like the real world and it will be an amazing experience!

Do you have you been on Yacht Week? Please share your stories, tips, and questions in the comments below! 

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Hi! I’m Vanessa Rivers, a California surfer girl living in Malibu after seven years in London. I started Glitter&Mud to share my adventures around the world to help my readers make the most of their travels. I am a Founder of the popular travel community We Are Travel Girls and a proud mom to a little travel girl named Sadie. I hope my stories inspire you to travel more, see the beauty in the world around you, laugh more, love more and believe that anything is possible! EXPLORE. DREAM. DISCOVER. BELIEVE. LOVE.

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46 comments.

Great article Vanessa! I have been on Yacht Week a couple of times now, its super fun, but its definitely good for newbies to Yacht Week to hear how to prepare to make sure they really enjoy it! Completely agree on splurging on a bigger better boat, we went for a much larger yacht for BVI than we had in Croatia and it made such a difference! (Having a stand up cubicle shower next to my cabin was a treat!!) Thanks for sharing your tips! You girls and the bikinis are really cute too!! xoxo

Done yacht week three times – great experience. But as you said its about party. Now moved on to Sailing Nations which focuses more on sailing and has super interesting sailing destinations.

Hi Bob! Thanks for sharing! I will have to check out Sailing Nations. Sounds very cool! I love being out on the water. Sailing makes you feel so free!

I’ll be leaving in a few weeks. Wondering what the currency will be like and how much to exchange. Did you use Euros? Or Kuna?

Hi Liz! Greece is on the EURO. Are you coming from the US? Right now 1 USD = .90 EURO – Enjoy your trip! X

Croatia is on the Kuna.

Great article ! really helpful for rookie yacht weeks . I will leave in a few weeks for the Italy route. Do the budget shown here applies for italy as well?

Hi Gil! I haven’t bee on the Italy route yet but the activities and cost will probably be similar. Have fun!!!

What currency is your estimated cost list in? Thanks so much!

Hi Eloise! It is in USD! X

Hello Vanessa. I’ve got a group of 4-6 guys who want to go to Croatia next June and definitely want a higher end boat. I assume we should be able to set this up as their must be others who are willing to spend more to get more. A couple of questions; are all boats single sex boats? Would it be wise to get a few hotels at some of the ports/stops? How about paying for a single cabin? Basically I’m trying to gather as much information as possible before booking starts in a couple of weeks. Thank you, Chip

Hi Chip! If you just want the boat to be your 6 friends I am sure you can find a high-end boat that will work for you (you’ll just need to pay more for a nicer boat) but generally Yacht Week wants there to be at least 50% girls on the boat. So there are all girl boats and mixed male/female boats but rarely all male boats. However I am sure it is possible to have an all male boat. I would contact Yacht Week directly to ask about this: [email protected] | As far as hotels, if you get a nice boat with proper bathrooms you won’t need to rent hotel rooms. I would recommend putting the money you would spend on hotels rooms towards getting a nicer boat with nice, proper bathrooms. Have a blast on your trip! X

Hi Vanessa, excellent piece of work! I wanted to ask you few things because i’m planning to go with some friends of mine from Argentina. If you can answer, that will be appreciated. 1. I read that a Hostess is really helpfull. But, the captain that is not included, is 100% neccesary? 2. How much is the bottle service approximately? 3. How much did you spend, between food, drinks, extras and yatch during the entire week? 4. It’s recommended to make a reservation just for me and my friend, and then the company join us with another group for the 50% rate of men?

Hi Juan! Thanks for your questions! 1) You don’t need a hostess but I am sure it would be nice to have one. You absolutely need a captain or a skipper to sail the boat. 2) Bottle service prices vary depending on where you go. We did the Greece route and I think our bottle service was about 150 EURO for 1 bottle but again this varies. 3) In my post you will see the price breakdown. It was approx $925 USD for the week for my trip. 4) Yes, I would book spots for you and your friend and the rest of the boat will be filled with a mix of males and females for a 50% female/male ratio.

Your review was so helpful! We just booked a yacht for Greece!! Cannot wait!

Hi Sharita! I’m glad my post was helpful! Have a blast in Greece!!! X

Hi Vanessa. Thanks for your blog post # 1 was most important for me as I definitely wanted to know how much additional cost I would be spending. I typically budget $100 per day for trips. Great blog post in general. I will be sharing this with my crew.

Thank you Orane! Glad you found the post useful! And thanks so much for sharing it. If you or your friends have any questions about The Yacht Week you are welcome to post them in the comments section here and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible. X

Hi! When I think of yacht week, I want those typical parties where the boats link together in the ocean and create a mini village to mingle for the day. I’ve only heard of this on Croatia routes. Does this happen for Greece at all?

Also what’s the age range like?

Hi Arly! This does happen on the Greece route, and I think all of the routes! The age range is typically a majority of people in their early to late twenties, with some people a little younger and some people in their early to mid thirties. Most people you will be in there twenties. I think I was twenty-nine when I went, which is on the older side! Have a blast!

Hi Vanessa! Great article. My best friend and I plan on doing Croatia this summer! The $130/day you estimated, does that include the port fees and electric fees at each port? Thanks!

Hi Lindsey – thanks for reaching out. I don’t remember specific cost for port fees or any electric fees but I know our Kitty Fund that everyone pitched money into at the start of the trip cover all the boat related costs on the trip, so yes, all your boat fees are included in the $130/day! X

Hey Lindsey, are you and your friend booking your own yatch? We’re looking for two girls to join our crew for week 25.

Question: the catamarans seem a lot more stable (and thus probably a better place to gather people for the party) whereas the Beneteau Oceanis 60 is just a sexy beast. We want to make sure we can have people over at our boat to party (and that it is stable enough for it). Which one do you think is the way to go (from your observations)?

Hi Kay – I am not a boat expert but I think any sailboat would be fine to have people on to “party” as long as you don’t go over the max weight limit for the boat. The skipper will let you know how many extra people you can have. X

Have you reviewed or compared the two routes? I can’t decide between Croatia and Greece. I have visited both and loved them both for different reasons. But, I am so torn between the two routes.

Hi Jami! I have been to both Croatia and Greece but I have only done Yacht Week Greece. I can personally say YW Greece was amazing but don’t have any experience with the Croatia route. However I am sure it is amazing too! My friend Kirsten – The Blonde Abroad – has done both and she gives a good review here: http://theblondeabroad.com/2014/11/03/best-route-yacht-week/

Hope this is helpful!

Hello Hello, may I ask what marina did you leave from and did you happen to see any yacht week prop stores near the marina are on your route? Someplace to buy floaties, temporary tattoos, UV body paint, and the like. We’re trying to maximize our carry on space by strategizing what we can buy in Athens.

Hi Lynette! I took this trip a few years ago so sorry I do not remember the name of the marina but I remember stores for everything we wanted to buy were within walking distance of our boat including a place to buy floaties, body paint and costumes etc! So unless there is something specific you want you can just go buy stuff with your boat crew when you arrive! 😉

Where do the floaties go after Yacht week? I leave in about 3 weeks and am purchasing floaties now. But every photo I see everyone is on a floatie. Would it make sense to just buy some off of them instead of lugging them half way accross the planet in a carry-on? Or is somewhere in Split just the location of the worlds largest floatie graveyard

Hi Jason! On the Greece route there was a store right in the harbor where we bought floaties the day before we set sail. I don’t know what people do with their floaties after yacht week. Mine got holes along the way and deflated so I threw them away but I would have given them to someone if they made it to the end! You can probably just wait and buy them when you get there. Maybe buy one floatie before and then get the rest when you arrive that way you know you at least have one!

Vanessa, Great article. I’m planning on doing this with a few friends. I noticed that you kept bringing up bottle service as being expensive. What if we ended up buying a lot of supplies (booze included) before getting on the boat. Would that be an issue? Maybe you pointed this out already and I stupidly missed it. Thanks.

Hi Allen! Thanks for your comment! I just mentioned that if you want to splurge on bottle service it is expensive and can add up quickly. You can also of course buy supplies and just drink on the boat and not spend money when you go out to the parties but you can’t bring alcohol with you the clubs obviously, so if you want to drink while there you will need to factor in the extra cost of drinks. TYW gives you a wrist band that usually gives you at least 2 free drinks at each party but you have to buy your own drinks after that so just be sure to factor in the cost if you plan to drink when going out!

Great read, very helpful! I noticed you mentioned 100$ for tip/gas (how many people were on the boat total?) Just trying to get a rough estimate on how much we should tip our skipper, including myself, we have 7 people.

Hi Jade! We had a crew of 8 girls. I think the amount you tip should depend more on how good your skipper is/ how much he does and how much your sailboat cost to rent. We had a small, cheaper boat but our skipper was really awesome so we wanted to tip him well. He went above and beyond to make sure we were all safe, happy and having fun! Hope this helps. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have more questions! Have fun!

Is there a farewell party Friday night on the Greece route?

Hi Alyssa – Thanks for your comment. I don’t remember there being a farewell party on Friday night! X

Thanks for the help! Does anyone have any recommendations for other cities/countries to visit before/after Croatia yacht week? Trying to book a 2-week trip overall, and there are so many options! Would love help narrowing it down! 🙂

Hey Vanessa, There are 8 of us girls looking into booking this summer, Greece or Montenegro route but we are concerned about the age range. We are between 30-35…what was the age range like? Also, we were debating on if we book in pairs (cabins) and be on separate boats or if we book our own, what are your thoughts?

Hi Kelsy! Thanks for your comment! Most people are in their 20s on yacht week but there are lots of people in their 30s too so you girls won’t feel out of place. I would try to rent your own boat all together. It will be easier if you are all together otherwise you will spend most of the trip just trying to meet up. Yacht week is about relaxing and having fun so you don’t want to work about stuff like that on your trip. You will also have plenty of time to mix and mingle with other people at the parties and when you are docked together or anchored during the day together! Hope you ladies have a blast! If any of you want to write a guest post about what it is like to do yacht week in your 30s I would LOVE to publish your story here! X, Vanessa

how much was it for each bottle for bottle service? would it be liter bottles or standard US 750ml bottles?

Hi! Bottle service in Greece when I went was around 150-200 EURO for US 750ml bottles. Cheers!

Is there a ‘best’ month to do yacht week? My friends and I don’t want to do the Ultra music festival. Curious if July or August is better. Thanks!

Hi Kelly! I don’t think there is really a best month but you might find cheaper flights and the places you go to might be a little less crowded in August. June and July are peak high season so best to try to avoid touristy spots during those months if you can.

Do you remember how much of your budget you were able to pay for with credit card, or how much of it had to be paid for with cash? I want to avoid converting too much of my money into cash euros for the Greece trip.

Hi Kurt! I paid for my spot on our boat with my credit card online prior to the trip. Everything else I paid for in cash. It is much easier if you have cash on hand to pay for meals and drinks etc. If you get bottle service at a bar you will be able to pay with a card but a drink here or there and meals where you are in a group it is much easier to each just throw in some cash. I would suggest taking maybe $300 out before you start the trip then getting more at one of your stops along the way that way just to be safe. I did not have anything stolen from me on the trip but it is always a risk if you have too much cash with you. Have fun! X, Vanessa

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✨A glimpse of summer moments in Harmony Cruise ✨ Get ready for an unforgettable journey through the Saronic Gulf with our exclusive cruise. Just a short distance from Athens, the capital city of Greece, you`ll have the opportunity to explore the historically rich and picturesque islands of the Saronic Gulf. Experience immersive sightseeing, discover ancient landmarks, and relax in beauty of these enchanting islands, all while enjoying the exceptional amenities and service of our cruise. Join us for an everlasting experience that combines history, culture, and unparalleled comfort. ⬇️Find us⬇️ [email protected] ✉️ 📞+44 203 239 9253🇬🇧 📞+30 211 215 25 95🇬🇷 #saronicgulf #saronicislands #aegina #poros #ermioni #nafplio #hydra #epidavros #summer

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We invite you to get to know us and embark on an unforgettable journey through the enchanting Greek islands. Our expertly curated maritime adventures offer you the perfect opportunity to explore the breathtaking beauty of destinations such as Mykonos, Zante, the idyllic Ionian Islands, and many more. ⚓ Our services feature seven-day private and crewed charters, providing you with a luxurious and personalized experience tailored to your preferences. ☀ Get ready for this summer!! ☀ Visit our website: www.sail-ingreece.com or ⬇ Find us ⬇ [email protected] ✉ 📞 +44 203 239 9253 🇬🇧 📞 +30 211 215 25 95 🇬🇷 #cruises #summer #Greece #GreekIslands #ionianislands #Zante #gulets

✨ Discover the hidden gem of Syvota, Greece! The perfect place to witness breathtaking sunsets.✨🌅 Nestled on the northwestern coast, Syvota is a premier exotic destination, renowned for its crystal blue waters and rich local culture. As the second stop on our Ionian cruise, Syvota offers a plethora of activities, including water sports and hidden cove explorations with our gulets. ⛵⚓ So.. Prepare for an unforgettable summer adventure on the stunning Ionian side. ☀ #Greece #Ionian #TravelGreece #Syvota #ExoticDestination #IonianCruise #SummerGetaway

Experience the unparalleled beauty of Greece like never before with our exquisite gulet cruises. Embark on one of our specially curated 7-day itineraries, exploring the breathtaking Greek islands. ⚓ Whether you`re seeking relaxation, adventure, or a bit of both, our luxurious gulet cruises offer the perfect way to discover the magic of Greece. 💙 ⛵☀ Book your journey today and let the adventure begin! ⛵☀ Find us ⬇️ 📧 [email protected] ☎️ +44 203 239 9253 🇬🇧 ☎️ +30 211 215 25 95 🇬🇷 #Greece #greekislands #exploregreece #7dayscruise #ionianislands #zante #summervacation

Explore the Ionian islands with us: where turquoise waters meet lush landscapes, and every sunset feels like a dream. From the charm of Corfu, the majestic Parga and Syvota to the hidden gems of Paxos and Antipaxos, adventure awaits at every turn. Dive into paradise! 🏝️🌊 Get ready for this summer! ☀ #greece #greekislands #ionianislands #corfu #syvota #parga #paxos #antipaxos

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When you organize your family and friends to share in the trip with you, a yacht charter will cost less than booking a hotel would, and your transportation from port to port is included . Our yachts can accommodate from two up to twelve persons.

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From the moment of initial contact with Captain Yiannis, everything was seamless.

Our experience has been nothing short of exceptional.

From the moment of initial contact with Captain Yiannis, everything was seamless. This company and the entire team could not have been more helpful! We live in the USA and never had a problem with communication. The Catamaran we selected was the Lagoon 450F. It was beautiful, spacious, clean, and easy to live on for a week as we sailed to beautiful beaches.

The Ionian Islands we visited were breathtaking, especially Kefalonia – it was our favorite! Above all, the feeling of safety that Captain George ensured throughout our trip made our journey even more memorable. We can’t wait to experience it again.

So, if you’re looking for an unforgettable sailing experience around the Greek Islands with a professional company and a knowledgeable and friendly guide, look no further!

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We have seen many islands thanks to Yannis, who has an unsurpassed knowledge of the, and we might add amazing docking skills! Matoula has been an amazing hostess, a wonderful cook and always gracious with a beautiful attitude. We will never forget our Great Adventure!

Danny and Karen June 7th 2019

A safe pair of hands, experience and unlimited knowledge.

We’ve just spent a week sailing the Greek islands with Captain Yiannis. If your looking for a safe pair of hands, experience and unlimited knowledge of the Greek islands then Yiannis is the captain you need.

Jeff Brown May 10th 2019

Great knowledge of the area and its history.

Excellent week of sailing in the Greek Islands with Yiannis. He has great knowledge of the area and its history. He showed us unique beaches and key sites on the islands. A memorable week of adventure, drama, and weather. A great first visit to the country of Greece and its islands. Recommend Yiannis as a skipper and guide for your trip.

David and Suzanne Kelly September 25, 2021

The kids enjoyed jumping off the boat and even steering.

We made it back safely and happily to Paros today. Yianni showed us secluded beaches, surprising chortas and agreed to take us to santorini even though he hates sailing there! The kids enjoyed jumping off the boat and even steering it on occasion. It’s a beautiful part of the world and we’d definitely recommend exploring it.

Christine August 22, 2021

Yannis is a superb captain

First and foremost, Yannis is a superb captain. He is a true professional and puts the comfort and safety of the guests first. We had a superb week and thanks to the knowledge of Yannis we visited hidden beaches and places that were sublime. Yannis is passionate about sailing, and we all improved our sailing skills and learned about sailing this magical part of the world.

We cannot wait to return and know that Captain Yannis is our go-to Greek master of the seas.”

Kim Cornwall and friends October 14, 2021

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My friends and I had a terrific sailing trip with Cpt. Yiannis. We sailed islands from Athens to Milos for a week. [...] Captain Yiannis was not only an outstanding skipper, but he also is a very knowledgeable tour guide. [...] Also, he had tremendous knowledge of any island we stopped on the way and recommended the best tavernas for dining and the most interesting places to visit.

The captain was very professional and sailed extremely safe and responsible. Great guy, a great captain, thank you, Captain Yiannis!

Remis – Boston, USA June 26, 2021

Yannis gave us the ideal family yacht

We had a wonderful week of sailing in the Saronic Gulf end of August. Yannis gave us the ideal family yacht for this bareboat charter trip . Together with the charter company we felt us in very good hands, for all questions we had. Except in this year 2020, with these special conditions!

Thanks Yiannis.

Marc Schwarz September 6, 2020

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Yacht Week 2024: Set Sail on the Ultimate Floating Festival Adventure!

Ahoy, travel enthusiasts! If you've been yearning for the ultimate sea adventure, the iconic Yacht Week has just dropped anchor with some thrilling news. The renowned floating festival is back, and it's bigger, bolder, and more dazzling than ever for 2024!

Sailing into New Horizons

For those unfamiliar, Yacht Week is not just any festival; it's a week-long maritime extravaganza. Entering its 18th year, this original festival of the seas has been the go-to for hundreds of like-minded travelers. Whether you're a solo voyager or cruising with your squad, Yacht Week promises a shared experience like no other. From serene bay swims and seaside yoga to electrifying dockside discos and ancient fort raves, it's a blend of relaxation and revelry.

Destinations to Die For

2024 is set to be a landmark year for Yacht Week. The festival is making a grand return to the luxurious Emerald Coast of Sardinia, a former sell-out route. But that's not all! New themed weeks are on the horizon, with Latin, hip hop, and Afrobeats taking center stage on the popular Greece and Croatia routes. And for the techno enthusiasts? The Drumcode takeover is back, and it's bound to be a beat-dropping experience.

Party with a Purpose

Music is the heartbeat of Yacht Week. From the sultry sounds of Latin music during the Vibras week in Greece to the heart-pounding beats of the Croatia Ultra Festival route, there's a rhythm for every traveler. And speaking of Croatia, get ready to dive into a curated week of unmatched experiences. Think parties on deserted islands, DJs on floating dancefloors, and the world's first floating DJ booth, the 'Buzz Boat'. It's an experience that truly puts the 'rave' in travel.

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While Yacht Week guarantees an Insta-worthy feed, it's the memories that will stay with you forever. The seasoned crew ensures every traveler gets a taste of the best local experiences, from the finest beach clubs to the most delectable cuisines.

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With prices starting from just £562, this is an adventure that won't break the bank. Bookings for all Yacht Week 2024 destinations open on 28th September 2023. So, mark your calendars and get ready to set sail on the trip of a lifetime!

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1. ABOVE & BEYOND | 80 FT SUNREEF

Above & Beyond is a fully crewed 2019 Sunreef 80 sailing catamaran charter with 340m 2 of living space, offering a high level of comfort and luxury. Her aft cockpit merges with the fashionable saloon to offer an astonishing panoramic view and dining area where you can enjoy Michelin-level meals served by Top Chef Savvas Lichanidis, 4th in Master Chef and prior Chef at Michelin-starred Divani Caravel Juju Bar and Restaurant.

You can get tips and tricks about water activities straight from Captain Artemis Artemakis, who is a pro at spear diving, surfing, and swimming. The incredible crew of the Above & Beyond also has an Olympian champion among them. Vasileios Papoutsoglou can guide the guests in all water sports and sailing through the Greek Islands.

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She is equipped with a hydraulic platform that transforms into a very nice beach club on the water . Her flybridge includes a dining area, jacuzzi , wet bar, and barbecue as well as sun beds. This luxurious crewed charter yacht offers a variety of water sports and toys, including sea bobs, paddle boards, wakeboards, snorkelling gear and many other fun water activities which will suit guests of all ages.

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“We were blessed with nearly perfect weather, a wonderfully kind crew, and incredible sights! We hope this won’t be our last time in Greece and certainly not the last we’ll see of this crew or vessel!”

❛ Over the last couple of years, we have seen an increase in the popularity of crewed catamaran charters in Greece. Popular especially with first-time charterers, catamarans are a great entry point into the world of crewed charters. Catamarans have low fuel consumption and can often accommodate up to 10 guests, leaving a higher percentage of the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) for food and drinks.

Another trend of crewed catamaran charter in Greece is their increasing size. A few years ago, there were only a few luxury catamarans over 50 feet. Now, the new luxury catamarans joining the fleet are much longer; some are over 70 feet and even come with amenities like jacuzzi and jet skis!”

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2. GRAYONE | 80 FT SUNREEF

GRAYONE is another 80-foot Sunreef sailing catamaran charter. She has a very fashionable dark grey hull color, highlighting her gorgeous exterior lines and the enormous deck area covering the three teak decks.

She is a luxury catamaran with a creative internal layout that allows for a front bar complete with a wine cellar to serve guests both inside the boat and on the foredeck. Guests will have a hard time deciding between the aft cockpit, the spacious flybridge, and the upper deck, which features two loungers, integrated seating with breathtaking views of the Greek waters, and a cocktail table.

In contrast to the traditional nautical decor found on other luxury catamarans of comparable size, the interior of this one features a light ceiling and floors, dark blue and white tones, and a warm, welcome soft orange utilized in part for the materials.

A wide electro-hydraulic bathing platform is essential for the luxury crewed catamaran GRAYONE to store the fast tender , which is powered by 110hp and can reach speeds of over 35 knots. Along with the floating deck, the water toys , which include a SeaDoo jet ski, water skis, and a 16-square-meter floating swimming pool, may be securely thrown into the water.

Why Choose a Catamaran Charter for Your Greek Yacht Vacation?

A Catamaran Charter is a popular way of chartering in the Greek islands. The base charter fee is significantly lower compared to other boats and especially to motor yachts.

A sailing trip in the Greek islands can also be a bit challenging for those new to chartering. A Catamaran charter is a more comfortable choice due to its stability on the water and its increased onboard space, allowing for larger groups to share their sailing vacation and the bill.

3. IPHARRA | 102 FT SUNREEF

IPHARRA is one of Sunreef’s larger sailing catamarans. Her expansive flybridge is equipped with a bar, large sofa, and deck chairs providing guests with the freedom to enjoy in the shade or tan in the sun. The open area is the perfect spot to enjoy the chef’s creative cooking style for alfresco dining during your sailing holiday.

Her captain, Frenchman Frank Ferrey, is a literal sea wolf , having sailed the oceans of the world for the past 18 years , having broken the record of the round the World Jules Vernes Trophy in 2004 .

Down IPHARRA’s spiral staircase is the ideal venue for both dining and relaxing in luxury with up to 10 guests . As the sun sets, the LED lights on the ceiling sparkle magically in the night.

IPHARRA has a full selection of water toys for charter guests to take advantage of, including waterskis, sailing Laser Vago, 2 electric sea bobs, 8 sets of diving equipment, 1 kayak, and snorkeling gear. IPHARRA offers two tenders available for use as well.

There are Several Advantages to a Catamaran Charter Greece

• Less Port Restrictions than Motor Yachts

Catamarans are considered sailing yachts and often can leave port when motor yachts are forbidden to sail . A typical situation is August in the Cyclades Islands , where the Meltemi (strong, annual northerly winds) can keep a significant number of yachts grounded . Choosing catamaran sailing allows the captain to use the leeward side of the islands to navigate in protected waters (as far as wind and waves are concerned), taking advantage of the best sailing conditions in the Greek archipelagos.

• Catamarans Have Shallower Draft

Athens (possibly the Marina Alimos ) is the starting location of a typical crewed catamaran charter. Being lighter than t he super motor yachts, catamarans can perhaps reach more of the beautiful beaches and secluded coves scattered around the coastline of the Greek islands.

• More Space for More People

The smaller sailing yachts usually accommodate fewer people than catamarans , making the cost per guest higher, while, the larger sailing boats are often more expensive (due to crew size, maintenance costs, boat size, and berthing fees) and are considered more of a luxury.

On the other hand, Motor yachts can host a similar number of guests (up to 12) but at an even higher cost per passenger. Incorporating the APA – especially the cost of fuel (some motor yachts can consume up to 600 liters per hour) makes the difference even more dramatic.

4. GENNY | 80 FT SUNREEF

Genny is a high-end, Greek charter catamaran with a Jetski . Have a look at the flybridge area – the deck size and comfort are comparable to motor yachts. Genny is a quite new sailing catamaran(2021) and clearly shows the trend of luxury catamarans growing in size in recent years – especially the larger Sunreef catamarans.

The Italian chef Errico underlines the status of Genny, placing it as a cross between catamarans and motor yachts. Not many sailing catamarans have the main saloon featuring a dinner table accommodating all guests .

Check our reviews, Genny has a crew of 6 providing a high level of service being able to surprise and plan fantastic activities – on the water as well as on land.

Genny comes equipped with a 28 ft motor dinghy and a sailing dinghy, plus kayaks, SUPs, sea scooters, sea bobs, snorkeling, and fishing gear. With the guidance of the expert crew members, you can explore hidden charms such as secluded beaches, gardens, and underwater zones.

“As a long-time charter guest in the Med and the Caribbean, I can say that you are unequivocally THE BEST IN THE BUSINESS!… What made the trip so fantastic was the skill, dedication, and expertise each one of you provided during the charter. Thank you for making these seven days of PURE MAGIC!”

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5. alteya | 70 ft sunreef.

ALTEYA is a unique power catamaran for her  bold black interior  accompanied by blue and white. She can house 8 Guests in 4 Queen(s) with utmost privacy since the crew quarters and galley are located aft -accessed exclusively from the cockpit. Her custom-built layout lets the main deck saloon blend seamlessly with the aft cockpit, creating a large, semi-open dining area and sun zone.

With her skylight, shaded bow terrace, panoramic glazing, and wide sliding door, the vessel is bathed in  abundant natural sunlight . The flybridge offers exceptional comfort, featuring a bar, dining area, and oversized sun pads. The aft cockpit provides a delightful alfresco dining space near the water and convenient access to toys and personal watercraft.

ALTEYA’s merry crew will make the best of your sailing holiday. The deckhand  Bozi  loves entertaining and surprising his guests with cocktails and snacks at Happy Hour, while the Chef will serve you the  best meals from Greek cuisine .

ALTEYA’s remarkable water toy collection includes GRAND Golden Line G500, SUP, Jet ski , SeaBob, Kayak, Water sk i, Towable, Wakeboard , Spinning Cyclette, Snorkeling gear, and Beach Games. Since Captain Tisho enjoys a great day fishing, you can get his tips and use the onboard fishing gear best.

ALTEYA has the latest electrical gadgets, workout equipment, and TV in the saloon and all cabins.

6. HYDRUS | 55 FT LAGOON

HYDRUS is a Lagoon sailing catamaran and one of the most budget-friendly luxury catamarans. She can accommodate 10 guests in her vibrant interior and spacious deck, offering 4 double cabins and 1 twin cabin. From m ood lighting to a carefully selected color palette that soothes and stimulates the senses , this harmonious ambiance extends seamlessly throughout all interior and exterior spaces.

HYDRUS embodies the essence of a  larger Lagoon yacht , providing guests with an array of privileges and pleasures. Her impressive upper and lower areas feature a bar, dining area, sunbathing zone, and socializing areas. Also, she has a fully decked galley with all contemporary amenities and a tranquil and spacious living room.

Her crew members (3) are ready to assist and support the guest’s needs with meals, local treats, water activities, and efficient ways to explore the islands. Since  Captain George has been sailing for over 20 years , his attitude towards guests and safe sailing made him famous in the sailing community. Also,  Chef Babis spoils guests with fresh Mediterranean cuisine and local products .

HYDRUS offers a wide range of water toys and equipment, including a Highfield CL420 dinghy, tube, SUP paddle boards, fishing gear, wakeboard, water skis (adults and kids), snorkel gear, kayaks, Sea Bobs, and inflatable noodles.

7. OCEANUS | 70 FT FOUNTAINE PAJOT

Based in the turquoise waters of the Ionian Sea, Oceanus features an interior of the most luxurious standard with the finest sea views and a fit worthy of a five-star hotel. Offering sublime relaxation spaces including an expansive flybridge, private lounges, fore deck, jacuzzi , a cockpit seamlessly integrated with a saloon featuring panoramic sea views, her Beach Club embedded gangway, and much more.

This is a very scuba-diving-friendly yacht , as both her captain, Englishman James Brown, is a PADI certified assistant instructor and passionate diver, and chef Isabella is a PADI rescue diver , with long experience in diving, watersports, paddleboard and SUP yoga. You might well find her preparing haute cuisine in a wet suit!

Comes equipped with a 15ft Highfield dinghy for 9 guests, as well as Fliteboard, 2 Seabobs, 2 SUPs, and an inflatable kayak. If you want to fish onboard, you have to bring your fishing gear . The crew has experienced divers, wakeboard enthusiasts, and skiers to guide the guests in the water activities.

8. ALOIA | 67 FT FOUNTAINE PAJOT

ALOIA is pure luxury in a catamaran. Her flybridge with an authentic ocean terrace and a forward cockpit with a jacuzzi are just some of her hallmark features.  Her stunning interior is boldly modern and incredibly spacious to deliver the ultimate in comfort and luxury.

The flybridge together with the forward deck offers plenty of space for sunbathing and relaxing and the aft cockpit is a great area for socializing and alfresco dining. There is also a comfortable, well-equipped gym .

Aloia comes with a 4,60 m. dinghy, also wakeboard, water skis, sea bob, a kayak, and fishing and snorkeling gear. The crew has members experienced with dinghy and diving. So, you can consult with the Captain to find a great underwater spot and explore the seabed while gliding through the onboard Seabob.

“We are experienced travelers – many of us retired airline pilots – and it was the trip of a lifetime. Our captain had absolute command of the boat and was the consummate professional, navigating fierce winds all week with such skill and confidence that we never doubted our safety in his hands. The crew managed to deliver an exceptional experience, service, and food within the confines of our original APA budget. The boat, of course, is a beauty. So gracefully designed and well-appointed, with ample storage space and lots of comfortable places to gather. We loved every minute aboard that yacht.”

Where to Go on a Catamaran Charter Greece?

#1 is a catamaran charter in the saronic islands.

Due to catamarans’ lower sailing speed, the most popular sailing vacation spots for a catamaran charter are the Saronic Gulf and Ionian Islands.

A sailing itinerary in the Saronic Gulf takes you to some of the most beautiful Greek islands in the Aegean Sea with some of the best beaches. Plus, you have short distances for island hopping, allowing you to fit more into your itinerary and focus on exploring the islands.

The Ionian Islands have Several Advantages for Catamaran Charters

Also note that catamaran charters are on the rise in the Ionian Islands , with more greenery and less wind! You can be lucky to find a catamaran charter already in the Ionian Sea (several have been moving there this summer), or you can find a catamaran charter starting in Athens and heading through the amazing Corinth Canal, well worth experiencing.

The Cyclades are Harder to Get to on a Catamaran Charter, but…

The Cyclades islands are reachable with a crewed catamaran charter, but they are weather-dependent due to strong “meltemi” winds in the summer.

If you have your mind set on a sailing itinerary in the Cyclades Islands , we suggest you inquire about starting your luxury crewed catamaran charter there. We can provide a list of yachts in the area that are available for your luxury Yacht charter vacation in Greece.

9. APHAEA | 67 FT FOUNTAINE PAJOT

APHAEA’s interior is strikingly modern and incredibly spacious , providing the ultimate comfort and luxury . The flybridge and forward deck provide plenty of space for sunbathing and relaxing, while the aft cockpit is ideal for socializing and alfresco dining, featuring an outdoor BBQ.

Her captain, Greek Michalis Kassaris immediately makes everyone feel at ease with his cool demeanor and charming smile . His extensive sailing expertise includes everything from boat maintenance to competing in sailing competitions , and because of Michalis’ exceptional maritime expertise and his background as a lifeguard, safety will be guaranteed, making your trip even more enjoyable. He is also fluent in both English and Spanish , and he has a great rapport with kids.

APHAEA as the charter comes with green initiatives and a filtration system . APHAEA’s captain used to be a lifeguard , so has a vast knowledge of the seas and makes safety his first priority.

Comes equipped with a 4,60 m. dinghy, two Seabobs, waterskis, wakeboard, kayak, and towable.

10. SERENISSIMA | 67 FT FOUNTAINE PAJOT

Serenissima is a luxury catamaran charter for your Greece yacht charter vacation. The flybridge together with the forward deck offers plenty of space for sunbathing and relaxing and the aft cockpit is a great area for socializing and alfresco dining.

After your trip with the Serenimissa crew, you will forge a new friendship with them. The captain will guide you through the secluded attractions, as well as underwater caves. From food, and water activities to the locations, you will have an unforgettable experience.

Serenissima comes with a 4,60 m. dinghy, as well as two folding bicycles, SUPs, water skis, wakeboards, mono-skis, inflatables, and fishing and snorkeling gear.

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“We knew from the moment we stepped on Serenissima that our journey with you was going to be memorable. Your complete attentiveness and endless good cheer have sustained a group thrown together for 12 days. It’s clear you get on together and enjoy what you do. And we thank you all for making our trip memorable”.

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A piece of advice, newer yachts are often more fuel-efficient.

It is no secret that, compared to sailing yachts, motor yachts consume a large amount of fuel and generally entail significantly higher charter costs. This might be a pivotal consideration for those planning a charter in Greece on a budget. But, for those set on a motor yacht, it is worth looking at newer motor yachts rather than older models. Although an older motor yacht might have a cheaper initial cost, the better fuel efficiency of a newer engine will save you money in the long run.

DON’T SET YOUR BUDGET TOO LOW

We have seen a significant increase in size among top-tier motor yachts in recent years allowing for the accommodation of larger groups of guests, along with the inclusion of amenities and luxuries previously uncommon, such as generous water toy collections, open-air Jacuzzis, and much more.

Spending a little more on a motor yacht can get you a lot more for your $$!

BOOK EARLY TO SECURE YOUR YACHT

Make sure to book your Greek yacht charter well in advance. Ideally, you would inquire about your coming charter 12 months in advance .  WHY?  The best charter yachts are often  fully booked  long in advance and it’s not unusual to see popular dates booked  2 summers ahead  for a Greece yacht charter. Inquiring less than 6 months ahead often means that your first choice is unavailable for charter.

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Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS) 2024

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27 Apr - 1 May 2024

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Gearing up for another exciting season in the Mediterranean, the yachting industry professionals and brokers descend once again to the beautiful town of Nafplion in Greece.

Firmly back on the scene following a highly successful 2023 edition, the Mediterranean Yacht Show is scheduled to run from 27 April- 1 May and invites industry professionals and yacht brokers to peruse the latest offerings of luxury charter yachts .

As an ideal opportunity for the industry to get acquainted with some of the most incredible charter yachts on the market, the East Mediterranean event is organized by the GYA (Greek Yachting Association) with Captains and crew also attending in order to provide valuable insights into every working aspect of the 100+ yachts on display.

In addition to the comprehensive tours of the attending fleet of Mediterranean charters , visitors to the show can also expect the popular Chef's Competition with talented yacht chefs battling for culinary glory, plus an impressive amount of exhibitors from all niches presenting their latest gadgets and premium buys.

Extending the experience of the show is a must, with an enticing social calendar running alongside the main event. Mix with fellow yacht enthusiasts over vibrant cocktails and enjoy exclusive trips out on the water to get a real feel for this stunning setup in Greece .

For more information about the yachts attending this year's event, get in touch with your preferred yacht charter broker today.

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The following 92 luxury yachts will be on show at the Mediterranean Yacht Show (MEDYS) 2024, including several charter yachts, please contact your preferred yacht charter broker if you would like them to visit the yacht.

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45m Mondo Marine

43m Overmarine

43m Codecasa

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42m Holland Jachtbouw

42m Baglietto

42m Mondo Marine

41m Baglietto

42m Codecasa

40m Princess

40m Sunseeker

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39m Codecasa

40m Cantieri di Pisa

38m Cantieri di Pisa

37m Benetti Sail Division

37m Posillipo

36m Tecnomarine

37m Benetti

36m Perini Navi

35m Baglietto

36m Cantieri di Pisa

36m Tecnomar

35m Benetti

35m Sunseeker

35m Codecasa

34m Custom Line

33m Esterel

33m Notika Teknik

33m Lurssen

32m Sanlorenzo

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31m Perini Navi

31m Custom Line

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30m Picchiotti

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29m Sanlorenzo

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Ideal for a few days of fun and frivolity, the iconic floating festival, Yacht Week, has announced its impressive destinations for 2024

Offering different routes throughout summer, each featuring over a sublime seven days of sailing, exploring, and dancing, for 2024 Yacht Week will bring back the former sell-out Sardinia route. Music lovers can also book their spaces to enjoy Latin, hip hop and Afrobeats weeks, as choices on its popular Greece or Croatia routes.

2024 also sees the welcome return of the party-starting Croatia Ultra Festival route and for techno aficionados, the Drumcode takeover. Bookings for all Yacht Week destinations (May – Aug 2024) open on 28th September 2023, via  www.theyachtweek.com . 

Following a sold-out summer in 2023 – and now entering its 18th year – Yacht Week is the original festival of the seas. It’s a special, shared experience for both single travellers and groups of friends. Unplug and relax, or party like there’s no tomorrow, with natural bay swims, hikes, seaside yoga, quad biking, dockside discos, ancient fort raves, regatta racing, and so much more.

Yacht Week is recognised as the trip of a lifetime for a community of travellers, each setting out to explore paradise in their own premium yacht with a skipper and host. Guests can either fill a yacht with up to 12 friends, or use the platform’s handy Crew Finder to connect with other travellers.

Each year Yacht Week adds a new route to its offering and for 2024, it brings back Sardinia and the crystal blue Emerald Coast. For two weeks in June, this route sees luxury meet wild terrain as the flotilla moors in beautiful archipelagos and enjoys wellness activities, renowned beach clubs such as ‘Rituals’, stylish parties in stunning locations such as La Maddelena Dock and the exquisite Cone Club, and a sumptuous mix of local cuisine in contemporary restaurants.

Also new for 2024, Yacht Week delivers two themed weeks on the Greece route.  Applebum  (Jun 8-14) will serve up a week of carefully curated hip hop, while  Vibras  (June 13-19) will bring the sultry sounds of Latin music to Yacht Week from reggaeton to Brazilian funk, and Latin pop to Latin house. These Yacht Week parties will be filled with the perfect soundtrack for sunkissed beaches and sizzling nights. 

The Croatia route will see an intrepid crowd dive headfirst into a carefully curated week of incredible experiences with a flotilla of new friends from around the world. Every night there are parties in amazing locations from clubs to deserted islands, to parties at sea with DJs performing on the ‘Buzz Boat’ – a floating DJ booth alongside the world’s first floating dancefloor.

During the day is sailing, swimming, and snorkelling in crystal blue waters; exploring, hiking, and shopping; kicking back at the coolest beach clubs; enjoying the best food and drink on offer, and much more.   

Music is always a central part of the Yacht Week experience and 2024 is no different. For fans of Afrobeats and dancehall, Yacht Week caters with its own in-house brand,  Rhythm & Waves  (June 22 – 28). While those with true party stamina can take on the Croatia Ultra Festival route (July 6-12) letting Yacht Week guests attend one of the world’s best house and techno festivals as VIPs. This week puts the ‘rave’ into travel and there is no better way to arrive than by yacht!

Yacht Week 2024 also collaborates with cutting-edge techno label, Drumcode for a third year. This hugely popular week (June 1-7) continues to redefine what a music festival can be as some of the world’s preeminent techno artists, including Drumcode founder Adam Beyer, join the flotilla in an intimate and unforgettable journey. Parties take place in captivating locations such as a lighthouse, a deserted island, a submarine shelter, a historic fortress, and more.

Yacht Week is more than just a holiday. It’s true guests are left with a stunning Insta feed, but the knowledgeable crew members know exactly where to go and what to do to help create memories that last. 

Prices start from just £562 / €641 / $699 / CA$944 / A$1082 per person. For more info, early bird pricing, and early access to the best yachts, please visit theyachtweek.co m .

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Bayesian Yacht Sinking: Climate Change Created Perfect Storm for Waterspouts

The waterspout blamed for the deadly sinking of a luxury superyacht carrying the British tech billionaire Mike Lynch in Italy has been called a freak “black swan” event. But scientists believe this kind of marine tornado is becoming more common with global warming.

While the cause of the sinking of the Bayesian hasn’t officially been determined, weather conditions and witness reports from Sicily, where the yacht was anchored off the coast, have led experts to suspect a waterspout, a whirling column of air and water mist. The key factor for waterspout formation is warm water—and the past year has seen the ocean surface heat up to record-breaking temperatures , in part due to climate change.

“If this rate of warming is going to be continuing in the future, it’s very possible these phenomena will be common and not rare,” says Michalis Sioutas, a meteorology PhD who studies waterspouts in Greece and is a board member of the Hellenic Meteorological Society. “It’s very possible to talk about waterspouts or even tornadoes and extreme storms becoming common.”

The 180-foot Bayesian sank in a matter of minutes after being caught in a sudden storm with strong winds and intense lightning at around 4 am on Monday. Fifteen people who had been aboard were rescued, and one person was found dead. Six people are missing, including British tech billionaire Mike Lynch, who was recently cleared of fraud charges over the sale of his company to Hewlett-Packard. On Wednesday, the bodies of five people were recovered from the sunken ship but have yet to be identified.

Fishermen saw a waterspout near the yacht shortly before it sank, and a nearby schooner was tossed about by what its captain, Karsten Borner, called a “hurricane gust,” which he believes capsized the Bayesian . Experts have said the conditions were ripe for a waterspout.

This extreme weather phenomenon occurs when warm, moist air rises rapidly over water, spinning as winds change direction at different heights. The result is a long, bending funnel of spray between the water and the clouds, tapering off as it rises as much as 10,000 feet into the heavens.

It comes in two flavors. The more vanilla kind is a fair weather waterspout , which forms in relatively calm and even sunny conditions, often under a billowy cumulus cloud. It happens more often in places like the Great Lakes and the Florida Keys, reaches wind speeds of 50 miles per hour, and usually breaks up before it can cause significant damage.

Then there are severe waterspouts, essentially tornadoes over water, which “are another beast” entirely, according to Wade Szilagyi, a retired forecaster at the Meteorological Service of Canada who now directs the International Center for Waterspout Research. These tornadic waterspouts can move from land to water, or vice versa, and twist at 125 miles per hour or more. They’ve been known to throw debris, rip apart buildings, and overturn boats.

A waterspout documented by Sioutas in Methoni, Greece, in 2004 picked up a boat and sent it sailing through the air, striking and killing a 10-year-old boy. Last year, a sudden storm and waterspout with winds of over 40 miles per hour overturned a tourist boat carrying off-duty intelligence agents on Italy’s Lake Maggiore, killing four. Sioutas says waterspouts can even generate “massive water displacements similar to tsunamis,” citing the gigantic waves that struck the coast of the Greek island of Samos during a 2004 cyclone, tossing boulders like toys.

Tornadic waterspouts spring up only in stormy weather with strong winds, lightning, and sometimes hail, and are the product of two main ingredients: wind shear and rising, unstable air. The process begins when masses of cold and warm air collide. This brings together winds from different directions that start to spin around each other, creating vortices. If a thunderstorm also converges in the area, it can provide the instability, sucking warm air up into itself at dizzying speeds. Over water, it starts carrying moisture up as well. Szilagyi compares the waterspout’s development to a twirling figure skater.

“You can think of the skater, if she just spins around normally, that’s like the little vortex that’s already started,” he says. “But if she brings her arms in, then that’s like the column of that unstable warm air, pulling, stretching that vortex upward. She starts to spin faster.”

Waterspouts have been known and feared since ancient times. In the 1550s in Malta, a waterspout plowed through the harbor of Valletta, reportedly destroying an armada of warships and killing hundreds of people. It’s even thought that old stories of fish or frogs raining down on land may be the product of waterspouts sweeping the creatures up into the clouds.

Now global warming may be supercharging the phenomenon. The International Panel on Climate Change has not found a definite link—there hasn’t been much research into how climate change may be affecting waterspouts—but experts say that the conditions for waterspouts to form are happening more often. A 2022 study of 234 waterspouts in the Spanish Mediterranean over the past three decades found that they were more likely to break out when the sea surface was warmer, especially above 23 degrees Celsius (73 degrees Fahrenheit). And water temperatures are now at unprecedented levels.

Last year was the warmest on record for the ocean. The heat content of the upper 6,500 feet of the seas was the highest ever seen. The seas broke temperature records every single day between May 2023 and May 2024. Marine heat waves struck areas from Antarctica to the Mediterranean.

“Warmer oceans have more energy and more humidity to transfer to the atmosphere, the most important fuels for storms,” says Luca Mercalli, president of the Italian Meteorological Society. “The contrast of warm sea and colder air that flows over energizes vertical winds that could result in downbursts or waterspouts.” (A downburst is a powerful cascade of wind and rain from a thundercloud.)

That perfect storm of waterspout conditions hit Italy around the time the Bayesian sank. In recent days, a mass of high-level cold air has swept down from the Alps and over the country’s western coast, meeting the exceptionally warm air just above the sea surface. Four days before the Bayesian went down, sea surface temperatures were the hottest ever recorded across the Mediterranean Sea, with a daily median of 28.71 degrees Celsius. The ocean near where the Bayesian was anchored has reached almost 30 degrees Celsius this week, four degrees higher than the 20-year summer average, according to the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service.

Cold and warm air clashed. Winds started spinning, and overheated water provided the ingredient of instability needed for a waterspout outbreak. As a result, a total of 28 waterspouts were documented off the western coast of Italy from August 17 to August 20, according to the International Center for Waterspout Research.

The total number of waterspouts reported has been increasing in recent years, although a major factor has been that more people are able to capture them with phone cameras and post them on social media, Szilagyi says. But he says that warming waters and a longer waterspout season due to climate change are also contributing. In particular, he believes the number of severe waterspouts are on the rise.

“With the increased water temperatures, that’s probably resulting in more frequent tornadic waterspouts,” Szilagyi says. “There’s no scientific evidence yet that they’re getting even stronger. It’s just that they’re becoming more frequent.”

Warming sea waters are also expected to boost other extreme weather events like Mediterranean hurricanes, or “medicanes,” one of which contributed to the flash flood that killed thousands of people in Libya last year .

In this brave new world, countries need to improve early-warning systems and invest more in research to forecast and observe trends in waterspouts, scientists say. “We have to prepared for more dangerous waterspouts possibly in the future,” Sioutas says. “Significantly warmer waters contribute very significantly to the creation of waterspouts, especially the violent ones.”

Updated 8-22-2024 1:15 pm BST: A previous version of the story stated that the ship’s mast had snapped; this detail has been removed as damage to the mast has not been confirmed.

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