Destinations

West Mediterranean

Balearic Islands

The four main islands that make up the Balearics are wonderfully diverse. Beneath the towering mountains of Mallorca you’ll find dazzling whitewashed villas and fine restaurants filled with friendly locals and celebrities, while Ibiza’s old town is the place to head to join the bustling jet-set crowd in the early hours. Spend your days chilling out in the shimmering turquoise waters around the southern beaches, or venture to the empty beaches of neighbouring Formentera. The slower pace on Menorca makes it the perfect place to soaking up the Mediterranean atmosphere. Wherever you cruise you’ll be charmed by the scenic coves, the endless sandy beaches fringing the coastlines and the vineyards and pretty rustic villages that dot the landscapes.

Côte d'Azur

The Cote d'Azur is hard to beat for posing on the sand, especially in its glitzy heart, St Tropez. Made fashionable by the British aristocracy who introduced a touch of high society, the Cote d'Azur became a playground for film stars and royalty who have long graced its shores and endorsed its reputation for glamour. The medieval hilltop village of Eze watches over the world’s most coveted yachts skimming the Mediterranean en route to the sublimely glamorous Croisette of Cannes and the casinos and bars of Monaco. There is no better way to enjoy the famed iridescent and alluring coastline than from the decks of your own superyacht.

Corsica and Sardinia

The cruising areas of Corsica and Sardinia are a perfect blend of French and Italian charm. Both islands are associated with luxury and sophistication, yet they remain largely unspoilt. Cruise the breathtakingly beautiful west coastline of Corsica, from Calvi to Bonifacio, and anchor in the deep bays alongside the charming fishing villages that line the route. Here you can exchange the distinct tang of the maquis scrublands for the fragrant pinewoods ashore where you can explore fascinating buildings and monuments from the island’s eventful history.

The coastline of Sardinia, meanwhile, sparkles with designer labels and exclusive restaurants, but if you venture inland you will find an ancient Sardinia, home to age-old shepherds and medieval churches. The coves around Sardinia’s Costa Smerelda offer some of the best anchorages in the Mediterranean and are well worth a visit, while Porto Cervo is the place to head to mingle with the rich and famous during the summer months. Further south, the Costa Verde stretches out with a wild expanse of vast golden beaches.

Amalfi Coast and Sicily

Every inch of the Amalfi Coast is infused with the Italians’ great passion for fine living and fabulous cuisine. Rich with picturesque shores and beautiful bays, the west coast of Italy and its off-lying islands are both dramatic and idyllic in their tapestry of landscapes, while further down at the tip of southern Italy the rugged island of Sicily blends volcanoes, castles and beaches with striking cliffs. The rich cultural heritage of the entire region has left in its wake a profusion of quaint waterfront villages and intriguing ancient cities. Transcending the ages with a timeless sense of style, these historic wonders are complemented by modern spas, acclaimed restaurants and chic boutiques - a stimulating mix of old-world charm and five star luxury.

The Caribbean

Virgin Islands

The US and British Virgin Islands lie east of Cuba - a fragmented jigsaw of green isles in a turquoise sea. Providing countless opportunities for recreation in breathtaking, largely untouched natural surroundings, the islands are circled with shimmering blue waters and coral reefs offering superior cruising, fishing, diving and snorkelling. With a balmy climate, steady easterly trade winds and an abundance of sheltered anchorages, the archipelago is an idyllic cruising ground offering a quick fix from urban overload.

Leeward Islands

Ideal for island hopping from tiny deserted cays to fashionable harbours. the Leewards provide the ultimate soporific island lifestyle. The small island of Anguilla offers over 30 glorious white beaches, considered by many to be the best in the Caribbean. Aptly described as eight square miles of France under the Caribbean sun, St Barts offers French sophistication, comfort and chic. The small island of Nevis is a reminder of the West Indies as they used to be, and Antigua has warm steady winds, safe harbours and 365 beaches, all with an abundance of history. From the barefoot chic island of St Barts to the lively French/ Dutch island of St Martin/ St Maarten, both ashore and on the water, the diverse history and varied nationalities, cultures and cuisines make this island chain a microcosm of the world.

Windward Islands

Strewn down the eastern Caribbean, the Windward Islands stretch from Martinique, St Lucia, St Vincent, and Barbados, to the Grenadines and Grenada. St Lucia and Martinique in the north have an interesting mixture of French and English heritage. Further down the island chain St Vincent and the Grenadines consist of 32 islands and cays strung out over 60 miles of strikingly blue sea, each a short hop from the next. Southernmost of the Windward Islands and named the Spice Island, Grenada is one of the more sleepy Caribbean islands, and Barbados, the most easterly of the Caribbean Islands, is perhaps best known for the friendly locals and their passion for cricket.

Bahamas

The Bahamas is the magical kingdom of cruising destinations and comprises 700 islands and nearly 2,500 cays spread across 16,000 kilometres of ocean. From the Abacos to the Exumas, the fishing, the diving and, above all, the aquamarine waters are breathtaking. Solitude, nightlife, fine food, deserted beaches, and perfect anchorages… the Bahamas really does have it all and provides the perfect combination of lively fun and laid-back charm. Each island group has a distinct personality, from the glitz, casinos and resorts in New Providence and Grand Bahama, to the peaceful, unspoilt outer islands.

Cuba

The thousands of miles of coastline, hundreds of beaches and offshore cays, are reason enough to explore the captivating coastline of Cuba, but complemented by a backdrop of colourful valleys, mountains and rivers, containing magnificent ruins from a grand and turbulent past, the island becomes one of the world’s most enticing cruising destinations.









Destinations West Mediterranean Balearic Islands The four main islands that make up the Balearics are wonderfully diverse. Beneath the towering mountains of Mallorca you’ll find dazzling whitewashed villas and fine restaurants filled with friendly locals and celebrities, while Ibiza’s old town is the place to head to join the bustling jet-set crowd in the early hours. Spend your days chilling out in the shimmering turquoise waters around the southern beaches, or venture to the empty beaches of neighbouring Formentera. The slower pace on Menorca makes it the perfect place to soaking up the Mediterranean atmosphere. Wherever you cruise you’ll be charmed by the scenic coves, the endless sandy beaches fringing the coastlines and the vineyards and pretty rustic villages that dot the landscapes. Côte d'Azur The Cote d'Azur is hard to beat for posing on the sand, especially in its glitzy heart, St Tropez. Made fashionable by the British aristocracy who introduced a touch of high society, the Cote d'Azur became a playground for film stars and royalty who have long graced its shores and endorsed its reputation for glamour. The medieval hilltop village of Eze watches over the world’s most coveted yachts skimming the Mediterranean en route to the sublimely glamorous Croisette of Cannes and the casinos and bars of Monaco. There is no better way to enjoy the famed iridescent and alluring coastline than from the decks of your own superyacht. Corsica and Sardinia The cruising areas of Corsica and Sardinia are a perfect blend of French and Italian charm. Both islands are associated with luxury and sophistication, yet they remain largely unspoilt. Cruise the breathtakingly beautiful west coastline of Corsica, from Calvi to Bonifacio, and anchor in the deep bays alongside the charming fishing villages that line the route. Here you can exchange the distinct tang of the maquis scrublands for the fragrant pinewoods ashore where you can explore fascinating buildings and monuments from the island’s eventful history. The coastline of Sardinia, meanwhile, sparkles with designer labels and exclusive restaurants, but if you venture inland you will find an ancient Sardinia, home to age-old shepherds and medieval churches. The coves around Sardinia’s Costa Smerelda offer some of the best anchorages in the Mediterranean and are well worth a visit, while Porto Cervo is the place to head to mingle with the rich and famous during the summer months. Further south, the Costa Verde stretches out with a wild expanse of vast golden beaches. Amalfi Coast and Sicily Every inch of the Amalfi Coast is infused with the Italians’ great passion for fine living and fabulous cuisine. Rich with picturesque shores and beautiful bays, the west coast of Italy and its off-lying islands are both dramatic and idyllic in their tapestry of landscapes, while further down at the tip of southern Italy the rugged island of Sicily blends volcanoes, castles and beaches with striking cliffs. The rich cultural heritage of the entire region has left in its wake a profusion of quaint waterfront villages and intriguing ancient cities. Transcending the ages with a timeless sense of style, these historic wonders are complemented by modern spas, acclaimed restaurants and chic boutiques - a stimulating mix of old-world charm and five star luxury. The Caribbean Virgin Islands The US and British Virgin Islands lie east of Cuba - a fragmented jigsaw of green isles in a turquoise sea. Providing countless opportunities for recreation in breathtaking, largely untouched natural surroundings, the islands are circled with shimmering blue waters and coral reefs offering superior cruising, fishing, diving and snorkelling. With a balmy climate, steady easterly trade winds and an abundance of sheltered anchorages, the archipelago is an idyllic cruising ground offering a quick fix from urban overload. Leeward Islands Ideal for island hopping from tiny deserted cays to fashionable harbours. the Leewards provide the ultimate soporific island lifestyle. The small island of Anguilla offers over 30 glorious white beaches, considered by many to be the best in the Caribbean. Aptly described as eight square miles of France under the Caribbean sun, St Barts offers French sophistication, comfort and chic. The small island of Nevis is a reminder of the West Indies as they used to be, and Antigua has warm steady winds, safe harbours and 365 beaches, all with an abundance of history. From the barefoot chic island of St Barts to the lively French/ Dutch island of St Martin/ St Maarten, both ashore and on the water, the diverse history and varied nationalities, cultures and cuisines make this island chain a microcosm of the world. Windward Islands Strewn down the eastern Caribbean, the Windward Islands stretch from Martinique, St Lucia, St Vincent, and Barbados, to the Grenadines and Grenada. St Lucia and Martinique in the north have an interesting mixture of French and English heritage. Further down the island chain St Vincent and the Grenadines consist of 32 islands and cays strung out over 60 miles of strikingly blue sea, each a short hop from the next. Southernmost of the Windward Islands and named the Spice Island, Grenada is one of the more sleepy Caribbean islands, and Barbados, the most easterly of the Caribbean Islands, is perhaps best known for the friendly locals and their passion for cricket. Bahamas The Bahamas is the magical kingdom of cruising destinations and comprises 700 islands and nearly 2,500 cays spread across 16,000 kilometres of ocean. From the Abacos to the Exumas, the fishing, the diving and, above all, the aquamarine waters are breathtaking. Solitude, nightlife, fine food, deserted beaches, and perfect anchorages… the Bahamas really does have it all and provides the perfect combination of lively fun and laid-back charm. Each island group has a distinct personality, from the glitz, casinos and resorts in New Providence and Grand Bahama, to the peaceful, unspoilt outer islands. Cuba The thousands of miles of coastline, hundreds of beaches and offshore cays, are reason enough to explore the captivating coastline of Cuba, but complemented by a backdrop of colourful valleys, mountains and rivers, containing magnificent ruins from a grand and turbulent past, the island becomes one of the world’s most enticing cruising destinations.
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