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Positano church dome and cliffside houses with pink bougainvillea and boats
Featured · On-Board Lifestyle · Oct 2026 · 5 min

Honeymoon Afloat: Amalfi Coast or Aeolian Islands for Your 2027 Sailing Honeymoon?

Amalfi glamour or Aeolian volcanic drama? A honest comparison of the two best regions for an Italy sailing honeymoon by catamaran.

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Aerial of Cala Goloritze cove with limestone pinnacle and turquoise water, Sardinia
Sailing Itineraries · Oct 2026 · 5 min

Gulf of Orosei by Catamaran: 7-Day East Sardinia Route to Cala Luna and Cala Mariolu

A 7-day east Sardinia catamaran route from Olbia to the cliff coves of the Gulf of Orosei, with anchoring and timing tips.

Pastel fishing village houses above Marina Corricella harbor, Procida island
Sailing Itineraries · Sept 2026 · 5 min

Procida & Ischia by Catamaran: Skip Capri, Save Hundreds, Dodge the Crowds

Skip Capri’s crowds and prices: Procida and Ischia by boat deliver pastel harbours, swim-to thermal springs and far cheaper moorings in the Gulf of Naples.

Vertical aerial of busy turquoise bay with anchored boats, Tavolara island behind, Sardinia
Sailing Itineraries · Sept 2026 · 5 min

Puglia Is Italy’s Next Catamaran Frontier: Gallipoli, Otranto and the Ionian Heel

Puglia’s heel is Italy’s quiet charter frontier: new Gallipoli fleets, Ionian-blue water and pre-boom pricing, with honest notes on the exposed stretches.

Aerial panorama of Tavolara island with sailboat anchored in turquoise shallows, Sardinia
Charter Tips · Sept 2026 · 5 min

May-June vs September in Italy: Best Charter Month by Region (Sardinia, Sicily, Amalfi, Aeolians)

There’s no single best month to charter in Italy. Here’s the early-summer versus September shootout for each region’s wind, water and prices.

Aerial of Olbia waterfront museum, marina pontoons, city and mountains behind
News & Events · Sept 2026 · 5 min

2027 Italy Catamaran Charters Are Open: Why the Best Boats Now Sell Out by Early Spring

2027 Italian catamaran fleets are live and the booking window has shifted to autumn. Here’s what sells out first and how to lock the early rates.

Sunset over Cetara village beach and medieval tower, Amalfi Coast
On-Board Lifestyle · Aug 2026 · 5 min

Eating the Amalfi Coast from a Catamaran: Sfusato Lemons, Nerano Zucchini Pasta and Dock-and-Dine Spots

A catamaran cook’s guide to the Amalfi Coast: dock-and-dine restaurants, the dishes worth routing a day around, and what to load in the galley.

Aerial view of Cefalu old town rooftops beneath La Rocca crag, Sicily
Charter Tips · Aug 2026 · 5 min

Sicily in October: 24°C Seas, Empty Anchorages — and When Charter Bases Actually Close

The honest shoulder-season answer on sailing Sicily in October: warm seas, empty anchorages, lower prices, and which bases stay open into November.

Whitewashed Levanzo village above clear cove with small boats, Egadi Islands
Sailing Itineraries · Aug 2026 · 5 min

Tremiti Islands Mini-Cruise: 3-4 Days by Catamaran in the Adriatic’s Secret Archipelago

A 3-4 day catamaran loop to the Tremiti from Vieste or Termoli: San Domino, San Nicola and Cretaccio, the anchorages, park fees and crowd-timing.

Porto Cervo harbor village at dusk with illuminated houses and moored motoryachts
On-Board Lifestyle · Aug 2026 · 5 min

Costa Smeralda by Catamaran: Beach Clubs and Porto Cervo Nightlife from Your Own Boat (2026)

Anchor-off beach clubs, tender-in dinners and the Porto Cervo scene, without paying four figures for a berth. The Costa Smeralda by catamaran, the smart way.

Aerial of horseshoe-shaped bay with anchored yachts and white sand beach
Charter Tips · Jul 2026 · 5 min

Posidonia Anchoring Fines in Italy: How to Spot Seagrass and Anchor Legally (2026)

Real fine amounts, how summer patrols catch crews, and how to read seagrass from a catamaran’s raised helm so you anchor on sand and stay legal in Italy.

Secluded white pebble cove with palms in Zingaro Nature Reserve, Sicily
Sailing Itineraries · Jul 2026 · 5 min

Punta Campanella Marine Reserve: Zone A, B and C Rules for Charter Catamarans

A plain-language zone map for the Punta Campanella reserve: anchoring, swimming, transit speed and the fines crews risk on the Sorrento-Capri crossing.

Lipari citadel and cathedral on promontory above harbor, Aeolian Islands
Sailing Itineraries · Jul 2026 · 5 min

Ponza & Palmarola: A Pontine Islands Catamaran Weekend from Rome

A two-to-three day Pontine Islands route from Rome: Anzio departure, Chiaia di Luna, Palmarola’s cliffs and how to time the return leg around wind.

Rowboat inside the glowing Emerald Grotto sea cave at Conca dei Marini
Charter Tips · Jul 2026 · 5 min

Visiting the Blue Grotto by Private Boat: The Rowboat Transfer, the Fee and the No-Swim Rules

Exactly how to visit Capri’s Blue Grotto from a catamaran at anchor: the rowboat transfer, the fee, queue tactics, sea-state cancellations and the no-swim rule.

Aerial of Capri Faraglioni sea stacks surrounded by yachts and boats
Charter Tips · Jul 2026 · 5 min

How to Avoid the Crowds on the Amalfi Coast by Boat: The Anchor-Before-9am Playbook

An hour-by-hour catamaran playbook for beating peak-season crowds at Capri, Positano and the Amalfi Coast in July and August.

Sailboats anchored in shallow turquoise bay, La Maddalena archipelago, Sardinia
News & Events · Jun 2026 · 5 min

La Maddalena Permit 2026: Overnight Ban Lifted, Online Permits and the 40% Sailing Discount

What regulation 33/2026 changes for charter guests in the La Maddalena park: overnight anchoring, online permits, the zone map and the 40% sailing discount.

Stromboli volcano at dusk with boats at anchor in the Aeolian Islands
Charter Tips · Jun 2026 · 5 min

Sailing from Naples to the Aeolian Islands: 10-Day Catamaran Route

10-day catamaran route from Naples to the Aeolian Islands — Capri, Procida, Salerno, Cetraro, Lipari, Stromboli. Volcanic itinerary for experienced charterers.

Olbia waterfront and marina pontoons from above, Sardinia
Charter Tips · Jun 2026 · 5 min

Italian Catamaran Provisioning 2026: Sardinia, Sicily, Amalfi by Region

2026 Italian catamaran provisioning guide — Sardinia, Sicily, Amalfi by region. Supermarkets, markets, per-person budgets, pre-order delivery.

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Charter Tips · Jun 2026 · 5 min

Italy Catamaran Charter Cost 2026: Sardinia vs Amalfi vs Sicily Breakdown

2026 Italy catamaran charter cost — Sardinia vs Amalfi vs Sicily line-by-line. Boat, marina, provisioning, fuel, restaurants compared.

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Charter Tips · May 2026 · 5 min

Sailing the Amalfi Coast by Catamaran: Naples to Capri 7-Day Route

Sail Naples to Capri, Positano and Amalfi by catamaran. Full 7-day itinerary, base ports, anchorages, mooring fees and costs for 2026 charters.

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Charter Tips · May 2026 · 5 min

Santa Maria di Leuca by Catamaran: Best Routes & Base Ports

Santa Maria di Leuca catamaran charter — sea caves, lighthouse, 5-day route from Brindisi or Otranto, best base ports and recommended catamarans.

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Charter Tips · May 2026 · 5 min

Sardinia by Catamaran: 12 Must-See Bays, Islands & Towns

The 12 must-see Sardinian stops on a catamaran charter — Costa Smeralda, La Maddalena, Tavolara, Cala Goloritzé, La Pelosa, Asinara, Alghero, Bonifacio. Anchorage notes and a sample 7-day route.

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Charter Tips · May 2026 · 5 min

Catamaran Charter Italy 2026: Sardinia, Sicily and the Amalfi Coast

Plan a 2026 catamaran charter in Italy — Sardinia, Sicily, Amalfi Coast, Pontine Islands, Tuscan Archipelago. Best base ports, season choice, sample routes and pricing.

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Sailing Itineraries · Jun 2024 · 5 min

How do I plan a sailing route in Italy?

How Do I Plan a Sailing Route in Italy? Italy provides a unique combination of stunning scenery, intriguing historical sites, and energetic seaside towns for sailing. It can be thrilling and intimidating to plan a sailing route in this lovely

Italian catamaran charter — travel guides & tips

Our travel guides cover the practical questions guests ask most before booking a catamaran charter in Italy. Sample itineraries, marina notes, packing lists, weather windows, food recommendations region by region, and the licensing rules for bareboat sailing in Italian waters. We update the guides as conditions and regulations change — most posts get a refresh ahead of each charter season.

Browse by region in the cards above. Looking for something specific? Most guests start with the destination guides for Sardinia, Sicily, Campania, and Tuscany for the full route plans. The how-to-book guide explains licensing requirements, deposit terms, and the booking timeline. The FAQ answers the dozen most common questions on dates, costs, and what is included.

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