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Italy,
get away from it all …on towards the sun!
Italian
mainland
The
Italian west coast and its islands offer a wide range
of possibilities for sailing. Geneva is the heart of the
region of Liguria. From here the “Riviera dei Fiori”,
the flower riviera, runs in a south western direction
to the Côte d`Azur. To the southeast of Geneva is
the romantic steep coast of the “Riviera di Levante”.
One of the most
beautiful harbours in the Mediterranean Sea is undoubtedly
Portofino, where the typical Ligurian, narrow houses in
pastel are arranged around the anchorages and where the
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Further in the south is Elba
presenting itself – not only for leisurely family
cruises around the island but also as a starting point
to Corsica. Sardinia, the second largest island of the
Mediterranean Sea has only a few years ago started to
be touristically developed but still has preserved its
very own character that often quite differs from the rest
of Italy. Deep bays, cliffs and bizarre rock formations,
numerous caves and grottos that reach into the country
alternate with large sandy beaches and sand dunes
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A
“must” for every yachtsman is the “Costa
Smeralda” the Emerald Coast and its off-shore
islands and cliffs that are particularly popular with
underwater sportsmen. To fairly get to know the people
who may appear quite reserved but in fact are very endearing,
you either should bring a lot of time or return one
day. In a southeasterly direction are the Ponza Islands
and the nearly uninhabited islands of Palmarola and
Zannone as well as the principle island Ponza with green
wilderness and pretty villages. A starting point for
this area is the island of Procida being of volcanic
origin and covered with subtropical vegetation.
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Sardinia
– Emerald Coast Sardinia
is the second largest island of the Mediterranean Sea and
is even today an insider`s tip for individualists. Enchantingly
it present itself as a charming and austere scenery: uncountable
picturesque rocky bays and beautiful sandy beaches, fantastic
crystal-clear deep blue or emerald water, rugged rocks,
bizarrely formed granite blocks, spacious cork tree forests,
the evergreen Maccia and small pretty villages. Sardinia
still is a splendid address for vacation in Italy. Here
you will find an intact world without touristic strongholds
and mass tourism. It is an oasis under the sun that shines
over 3000 hours a year onto the beaches of finest sand.
Between Corsica and Sardinia are the Lavezzi Islands and
the Maddalena Archipelago. Both of these groups of islands
are reminiscent of the Caribbean with more than a hint of
Italy about them. Northeasterly is the well-known Costa.
Smeralda with exclusive marinas
such as Porto Cervo being an international meeting place
for yachtsmen..
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Elba
Elba
Island is a popular starting point for various cruises in
different directions - not only because of its advantageous
marinas but also because of its ideal position. It is a
charming jewel in the Toscanian Archipelago. Its scenery
impresses by an enchanting variety. Fertile valleys with
orchards, well-tended vineyards, deeply fissured steep coasts,
chestnut forests, small fishing and harbour villages are
characteristic for the multifarious scenery. Two fortresses
are guarding Portoferraio and its bustling life at the port
and in the picturesque old town and its small “palazzi”.
Numerous small bays and rocky, sandy or shingle beaches
invite to bathing, sailing, surfing or diving.
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Sicilia,
ist die größte
Insel des Mittelmeeres und wird durch die Straße
von Messina vom Festland getrennt. Es ist vorwiegend eine
gebirgige, mit schmalen Küstenebenen durchzogene,
Insel. Der höchste Berg ist der noch tätige
Vulkan Ätna. Sizilien ist der ideale Ausgangspunkt
um die Liparischen Inseln zu besuchen oder einen Törn
nach Malta zu machen, selbst Sardinien oder Tunesien liegt
in nicht zu weiter Ferne.
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Entry
Regulations
You are only allowed to enter the country with a valid ID-card
or passport.
References
Only topical references are of value for you. If you wish
to we are prepared to let you have the references from clients
who have already chartered with us this year.
Licences
The following sailing licences accepted:
DSV – BR – BK – C - licence
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| Wind
and weather |
The all year
round mild and even climate makes Italy one of the
most classical destination for a perfect holiday.
For yachtsmen this means an ideal area, especially
in the south, from spring to late fall. The predominant
west winds are likely to be interrupted by the Mistral
in the Ligurian Sea and in the west of Sardinia.Being
one of the stronger winds, the Chirocco is worth
mentioning.
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| Italy
from A - Z |
Arrival:
Elba: You will reach Portoferraio, capitol of Elba,
by ferry from Piombino within one hour.
Sardinia: By ferry from Geneca – Olbia (12-hour-night-crossing)
or Civitavecchia – Olbia or flight to Olbia. Taxi
transfer to Palau or Porto Rotondo. Flight to Cagliari –
20-kilometer-drive to Marina di Capitana.
Procida: by plane, train (do not forget to reserve
a seat reservation and a couchette ticket in time) by car
to Neapel. Ferry crossing to Procida. There are guarded
parking lots on procida.
Bord
pass:
After having received the final payment, we will hand a
bord pass over to you in which you will find the description
of the marina as well as your contact.
Booking
of Flights:
We will help you with pleasure with your bookings to Italy.
Business
Hours:
Our office is open from Monday to Friday: 8 to 18 h
Business
Partner:
Years of experience allow us to choose the best business
partners in Italy.
Checklists:
Together with the charter contract you will receive a valid
checklist for the certain boat.
Check-In:
Normally: Saturday to Friday + Overnight Stay or Sunday
to Saturday + Overnight Stay
Crew
– List:
The Crew list must be filled in very carefully and only
before the beginning of the journey,
incl. flight number, arrival and flight company, sent to
our office by mail or fax.
In doing so, you will save a lot of time with the check-in.
Climate:
Winds from western directions are preliminary. At the Ligurian
coast and the Italian Riviera it is pleasantly warm even
in the spring month – in contrast to the Adriatic
Sea. In Greater Geneva the infamous “Geneva Depression”
is often to be found which results in bad weather and precipitation.
Otherwise, the sun is working overtime. The Europe record
regarding sunny hours holds Sicily with 2528 hours per year.
Confirmation
for Sea Miles:
If you wish to we are pleased to confirm the sea miles you
have sailed on your cruise.
Contracts:
KlaRo-Charter is entitled to sign for the companies being
represented by Klaro Charter. As an agency it exclusively
transacts business under orders and not on its own account.
Difference
in Price:
A difference in price with the same type of ship at the
same bases do not mean a difference in quality or maintenance.
They only mean a difference in the calculations of our partners.
Deposit:
Is also percentage excess in case of damage.
A deposit for the yacht is left at the base, either cash
or individual euro cheques. It does not release the charterer
from his liability.
Equipment:
As we have different partners, the equipment differs with
different yachts. The detailed equipment of the yachts of
your choice are obtainable on request.
Entry
Regulations:
You are allowed to enter the country only with a valid passport
or ID-card.
Food
for the Journey:
You will be able to provide yourself with any important
foodstuff and groceries, beverages etc. only if you have
to have specialities you should bring them from your home
country.
Language:
The mother tongue is Italian. Even German and English are
partly spoken.
Licences:
The following are accepted in Italy:
DSV – BR – BK – C – licence.
Management
of the Bases:
The heads at nearly all of the bases on Elba are able to
speak German. In Sardinia, Procida and Geneva the handing
over is effected in English or Italian.
Moorings:
All yachts lay in perfectly guarded, public marinas. You
will find water and electricity mains at every landing stage,
sanitary facilities, restaurants, duty free shops and parking
lots. Normally you will also find cranes and service station.
The mooring in the home country is free. In all marinas
you sometimes have to pay quite a lot for lay days. Most
of the anchorages are free.
One-Way-Cruises:
One-Way cruises are possible between the bases Geneva –
Punta Ala and if you charter at least for 2 weeks.
Prices:
Please find enclosed all prices in our current price list.
The prices are given in € per ship.
References:
Only topical references are of value for you. If you wish
to we are pleased to let you have references from clients
who have already chartered with us this year.
Reservation:
If you have found a yacht it ….
Travel
Insurance:
You should at least take out an insurance in case you have
to chancel the journey. Normally the costs for a cancellation
are 100%. You might fall off the cherry tree!
Terms
of Payment:
50% of the charter commission are to be paid after conclusion
of the contract, the final payment falls due 5 weeks before
the cruise.
Types
of Yachts:
All types of yachts correspond at least with a Central European
standard.
Water
Supply:
In high season water shortage is likely. It would be best
if you try to get water when you get the opportunity.
Winds:
The weather conditions are characterized by the warm-humid
southeastern wind, the chirocco from Africa. It is heralding
the passing of a depression. Ridges of the Mistral from
the Lion Gulf , or the Libeccio, a strong wind or storm
from the southwest, are feared on the rough seas because
of its strong wind force.
Yacht
insurance:
Every yacht is fully comprehensively insured and a liability
insurance with the debit being the percentage excess |
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© KlaRo-Charter, Dipl.-Ing. Peter Bahn
Albert-Schweitzer Str. 16, D-93073 Neutraubling, Tel.: +49 9401 9380783
Fax: +49 9401 9380784, Email: klaro-charter@klaro.com
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