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Cruising Along on a Majorca Yacht Sailing Holiday

Monday, December 21st, 2009
Imagine embarking on a Majorca yacht sailing holiday off the sunny coast of Spain.  A typical day consists of 70°F weather with mild winds that are perfect for sailing.  Add in white sand beaches, endless swimming coves with clear turquoise waters, quaint beachside restaurants, and you’ve got the perfect Majorca (or Mallorca) yacht sailing holiday.
Cruising Along on a Majorca Yacht Sailing Holiday

Cruising Along on a Majorca Yacht Sailing Holiday“The Beneteau 47 was everything we expected...we had excellent winds and the weather was kind to us. Again many thanks, yours Martyn” ~ Costa del Sol, Inter Yacht Charter – May 2007“I would like to thank you on behalf of all of us for the way you welcomed us on our recent (Mallorca) charter. All the staff we met were very helpful and friendly. The boat was beautifully presented, extremely comfortable and very well equipped. I can assure you that we will be booking again and that I will have no hesitation recommending you to my sailing chums." ~ Ian Hollier – Charter Mallorca“We sailed along the south side of the island and spent about half time on anchorage. A. Frestad & Family, Sweden” ~ Mallorca, Inter Yacht Charter - August 2006More Majorca yacht sailing holiday testimonials...."...a very big thank you to all for making our time in Mallorca so enjoyable. Your attention to detail and your friendliness really made a difference. The details such as airport transfers and provisions on board were great... You certainly have perfected the art of client satisfaction!" ~ Tina Morris – Charter Mallorca“We would all like to thank you for a great charter holiday. We had a fab time on the Tripitaka. She was fun and responsive to sail, and equipped very well. We especially appreciated your efforts to make everything run smoothly (including the weather!) and it was very comforting to know we could contact you at any time during the charter to check local weather conditions or to discuss any boat queries. I'm sure we'll return to Mallorca at some point and will definitely come to you again to charter.” Judith, Rebecca, & Andy – Mallorca Yacht CharterCruising Along on a Majorca Yacht Sailing Holiday

The Mediterranean island of Majorca offers 341 miles of coast to explore and over 50 secluded bays.  Enjoy sailing to the bustling fishing villages of Andratx, Soller, or Pollensa to the north; worthwhile stops around the island include Porto Colom, Porto Cristo, Cala d’Or, Cala Llombars, Magaluf, Palma Nova, and Palma de Mallorca Bay.

Whether you sail your own catamaran or sailboat (sailing license required) or rent a vessel from a charter company, you’ll find a host of options for marinas and mooring along with opportunities to scuba dive, water ski, wind surf, or sunbath along the Spanish coastline.  If you’ll be sailing off Majorca during the summer months, it’s advisable to book mooring reservations in advance; provisions and fuel can be purchased at the many well-stocked marinas along your sailing route.

With 300 days of sunshine per year, you’ll almost be guaranteed that your Majorca yacht sailing holiday will be smooth sailing all the way.

Sources:
Turespaña (Spain Tourism)
Inter Yacht Charter
Charter Mallorca
Mallorca Yacht Charter
Spanish Association of Marine Resorts

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Bareboat Yacht Charter in Newport, Rhode Island

Thursday, September 10th, 2009


Newport Harbor, Rhode Island

Newport Harbor, Rhode Island

Connie Mottz, Marinefuel.com News
September 10, 2009

Following is some helpful information if you’re looking to rent a bareboat yacht charter in Newport, Rhode Island, home to the prestigious America’s Cup yacht race.

But first, what is a bareboat yacht charter?  A bareboat charter is the rental of a vessel with no crew nor any provisions supplied during the time of the rental.  Provided you have a qualified skipper, it’s a very economical way to rent a yacht that has become increasingly popular in the last ten years.

Renting a bareboat yacht charter in Newport, Rhode Island, the ‘sailing capital of the world,’ is a sailor’s dream come true with a coastline that spans over 400 miles.  Established by the British in 1639, this historic port is within easy sailing distance of Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Elizabeth’s Island, Long Island Sound, Block Island, Narragansett Bay, and Castle Bay.

While you’re still on land, not to be missed Newport sightseeing includes the many registered historic landmarks including colonial homes and mansions, art galleries, delicious fresh seafood restaurants and shopping along the wharfs in Newport Harbor, and an array of vineyards and museums.

Back to the sea and within 75 miles of Newport, there are over 75 destinations to sail to.  Bareboat Sailing Charters conveniently presents five sample sailing itineraries that include seafaring excursions to Menemsha Basin, Jamestown Island, Cuttyhunk, Edgartown, Oak Bluffs, Cape Cod, Sag Harbor, Fishers Island, Shelter Island, Greenport to Montauk, and everything in between.  Yacht rentals on the New England coast typically run from June 1 to September 31 each year.

Bareboat Sailing Charters offers a variety of yachts available for charter ranging from a 40’ Lavezzi catamaran to a gorgeous Jeanneau 54 that can accommodate eight.  Rates for a 7-day rental that starts at 5:00 p.m. on a Friday and ends the following Friday at 12:30 p.m. start at $3,300 and range up to $6,500.  This bareboat charter includes a 10’ dinghy with motor, basic linens, insurance, and taxes, while the rest is up to you.

Alden Yachts Charters offers the world-famous Alden Yacht 44 as a bareboat yacht charter in Newport.  Touted as one of the ‘world’s best sailboats,’ the Alden Yacht 44 offers impeccable craftsmanship along with state-of-the-art electronic equipment such as radar, depth, sound, GPS, CD stereo, and DVD player.  This bareboat charter also includes a dinghy with motor, basic linens including towels and bedding, charts and maps, plus a galley with all basis outfittings.

Sun Management Group represents a private owner in offering a bareboat yacht charter in Newport featuring a French Beneteau Oceanis 400 which accommodates eight guests.  This bareboat charter includes Raymarine electronics, kitchen essentials, dinghy with motor, and a gas barbecue.  The weekly charter rate for this vessel is $3,350.

Whether you sail to Providence, Warwick, Portsmouth or Charlestown, and no matter which yacht you choose, a bareboat yacht charter in Newport, Rhode Island, is sure to be a vacation that will be smooth sailing all the way.  For more information, see Visit Rhode Island.

Sources:
Bareboat Sailing Charters
Alden Yachts Charters
GoNewport.com
Visit Rhode Island.com
Sun Management Group