ANTIGUA

Home to: Antigua Classics

Longtime home of sailing in the Caribbean, the leeward island of Antigua offers a paradise for the discerning sailor. Events here include the 'Superyacht Challenge', and the world-famous 'Antigua Classics'. Find out where to stay, where to dine and what to do in Antigua below.

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Catherine's Café Plage

Established 19 years ago, “Catherine’s” has always been a favorite lunch location for those in the know; those who want to enjoy French cuisine, delicate wines in good company within the ultimate chill-out setting. With two new areas on the beach, perfect for long afternoon lunching or lounging why not give them a call on +1 268-460-5050 to book.

The Blue Peter

The Blue Peter is one of the world's premier classic yachts. She is very competitive on the Mediterranean, Caribbean and North American classic yacht circuits, not only winning races, but often winning trophies for her elegance and immaculate presentation. She offers access to the world's finest cruising and racing destinations from Antigua, St Barth, and Grenada in the Caribbean to Newport, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket in New England, USA. The Blue Peter has an excellent racing pedigree and is ideal for Caribbean yacht charter or Mediterranean yacht charter. She can be used to entertain clients, friends or family at any of the many beautiful regatta destinations around the world. Her professional, yet relaxed and accommodating crew will ensure that your time on board will always be remembered, and who knows, you might even win something! Book for 2018.

Antigua Yacht Club Resort

The place to stay in Antigua, while racing, is here. With dramatic views and the most central location, Antigua Yacht Club Resort offers luxury and extremely convenient studios – all with private balconies.

The resort has a health spa, Turkish steam bath and fully equipped fitness centre.  One bedroom suites start at $279.00 so not the cheapest but it beats driving around the island after a hard day's sailing. Standard rooms are around $149.00.

Book here.

BARCELONA

Home to: Some say the best classic regatta!

A cosmopolitan seaside city, proud of its art, architecture and culture. Barcelona is also home to the classic regatta 'Puig Vela Clàssica Barcelona'. The vibrant city's harbour welcomes a large group of stunningly fitted out yachts every year. Famed for its cuisine and nightlife, you won't be disappointed. Find out where's hip to stay and eat, year-to-year here!

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W Hotel

This contemporary hotel was recommended by crew who book this for their yacht's owners and guests taking part in the Puig Vela Clàssica Barcelona regatta. Compared to other European destinations and regattas, this hotel offers an impression of what Barcelona well known for – strong design and contemporary art. Hotels in France and Italy will ooze quintessential style, this place will give you splashes of bold colour and fantastic views of the racing from its 27 floors. Book here.

Sensi Tapas

Again, CYTV is giving you recommendations from those who've been sailing and racing out of Barcelona for years.

This Tapas was tipped off to us by a crew member who's half Spanish and also lived in the city for a number of years. He recommends this place and it happens to also be in good distance from the port of Barcelona. We also found the staff, very helpful and friendly. So for somewhere that's not going to cost the earth, this is a must-try after racing. Book here.

Marigold – Charter Yacht

Marigold is a beautiful 80ft classic gaff-rigged cutter magnificently restored and maintained. She was one of Charles Nicholson's first major designs built and launched in 1892.  Built primarily as a day racer, though down below she is beautifully finished in an authentic Victorian style. By day Marigold can accommodate up to twelve guests and three crew, for overnight stays she sleeps just 8 in total. MARIGOLD is ideal for Mediterranean yacht charters.

Marigold attracts attention wherever she goes and has been awarded "Concours D'Elegance" top prize for beauty. Book here.

DOUARNENEZ

Home to: Temps Fete sur Douarnenez

Douarnenez is a magical place where history and rural culture invade you. It is at its most enchanting after the famous maritime 'Brest Festival' (held every four years) concludes. Participating traditional boats, classic yachts sail from France's famous naval port round the Crozon peninsula and into Douarnenez's harbour for Temps Fete sur Douarnenez

NANTUCKET

Home to: the Opera House Cup

In Native American, meaning 'far away place' the island of Nantucket is located off Cape Cod, Massachusetts. We think its isolation gives the place such unique beauty and spellbinding qualities.

Nantucket's Whaling Museum, recently restored, recounts the island’s role as a 19th Century whaling hub.  The island hosts the annual 'Opera House Cup' that takes its name from the eponymous venue whose owner, in 1973, had the idea of organising a regatta reserved for wooden sail boats. Today it's the oldest regatta of this kind to take place along the East Coast of the United States. Every year, a large fleet of vintage boats gathers, giving life to a unique and thrilling spectacle against the backdrop of marvellous scenery offered by Nantucket.  Find out where to stay and what to do below.

Greydon House Boutique Hotel

Experience this exquisite new boutique hotel in Nantucket’s downtown historic district with 18 uniquely appointed luxurious rooms and suites and an internationally inspired and very lively restaurant.  Executive Chef Marcus Gleadow-Ware incorporates the finest local ingredients with an emphasis on seafood for an elevated culinary experience. Both the hotel and restaurant are designed by the celebrated firm of Roman and Williams (The Standard, The Ace, both in New York). Greydon House weaves the warmth and comfort of a village inn with the many eclectic and worldly touches for today’s generation of sophisticated travelers.

American Seasons

Chef/Owner Neil Ferguson of restaurant American Seasons brings his 25 years of experience from Paris, London and New York City to Nantucket. Neil carries on the tradition of this Island favorite, focusing on seasonal, local and thoughtfully prepared ingredients. We are open 5 nights serving dinner from 5.30pm to 9.30pm, closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays and our bar is open until 12.00am. Book here.

Nantucket Whaling Museum

Discover Nantucket's great whaling history; the Nantucket whaleship Essex, which was sunk in 1820 in the Pacific Ocean and inspired Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick; the island's oldest house and galleries including the art of engraving images on ivory – scrimshanding.

If you're on the island, the Whaling Museum and its' properties will put this magical destination into context. Visit the website for more info.

NEWPORT

Home to: yachting in America

Newport is a city in the New England state of Rhode Island, set on Aquidneck Island. Its yacht filled harbor hosted the America’s Cup for many years and remains America's home to yachting. Newport is also known for the Gilded Age mansions lining Bellevue Avenue, some of which are now museums. Perhaps the most famous is The Breakers, an 1895 mansion patterned after a Renaissance palace.

The 'Candy Store Cup' is hosted in Newport, for where to stay and where to go, see our guide below:

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Castle Hill Inn

Castle Hill Inn was commissioned as a house in 1874 by marine biologist and naturalist Alexander Agassiz of Harvard University. The Castle Hill Lighthouse was built in 1890 by well-known architect H.H. Richardson. Together these two builds, strategically placed, make this retreat the perfect place to sip a gin and tonic on the lawn and watch the regular yacht racing manifest. In fact the Inn has a rather close affinity to classic boats – the flagpole you see is a replica of the mast and rigging used on the 1905, Rhode Island built, Herreshoff NY-30 class sailing yachts. If gin and tonic's not your thing, you could always sneak down to the very classic 'Grace Kelly Beach' with a copy of F. Scott Fitzgerald's Great Gatsby and dream away an afternoon. Book here.

The Clarke Cooke House

The interior says it all, it is the quintessential place in Newport R.I. What can you do here? Errr, well you probably have to start in the famous Candy Store (at wharf level), move on to the Bistro, and finally 'The Boom Boom Room' club below decks. The whole building is embellished in America's Cup prints, 12 mR yacht memorabilia. A must visit kinda place! Above photo © Onne van der Wal

12 Metre Charters

City by the sea Newport, Rhode Island, has the largest fleet of America’s Cup 12 Metre yachts in the world, eight of which are available for charter through 12 Metre Charters. Have you experienced sailing a 12 metre? Times have changed in the America's Cup and as monohulls are a thing of the past this is a rarity to sail around the bay. Book here.

PALMA DE MALLORCA

Home to: Sa Foradada, Costa Nord

This is the epicentre for yachting in the Mediterranean; a huge deep harbour allows for the largest superyachts to reside in Palma. The city is colourful, stylish, sophisticated, and energetic. There's lots to keep you occupied from delicatessens, restaurants and museums. If you're planning on participating in the Vela Classica Palma or the Superyacht Cup Palma see our guide for more. If you're planning to visit Mallorca we have some out-of-town ideas that you must consider.

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Bonnie Lass Charters

Fancy a sunset sail away from the busy port of Palma? Bonnie Lass Charters operate from Port de Sóller situated on the north west coast of Mallorca with two charter boats. BONNIE LASS is a 56 foot ringnetter, built on the east coast of Scotland in 1949, now restored and offers traditional family fun onboard – even rope swinging. In addition and pictured above, MORWENNA,  a 45 foot Bristol pilot cutter is offered for charter, based on the lines of the great explorer Bill Tilman's boat "Mischief" MORWENNA is perfect for those seeking wind-powered adventures. Book here.

Sumaq Restaurant

Now is just obscure because we wouldn't have thought about going to a Peruvian restaurant when there are in fact plenty of Mallorcian places to go in Palma. Like us though, maybe you crave something different to the samey seafood at every regatta event or port. This is absolutely amazing food, a great alternative to bustling Palma streets and restaurants that centre around traditional fish dishes. See here.

Sa Foradada, Costa Nord

Yes that white speck of a restaurant is quite lost in the grand beauty of Mallorca's Costa Nord hills and its deep blue sea. These guys serve a great paella and local Spainish wines. 

It's not essential to arrive by boat but just, well, chic. Contact them here.

SARDINIA

Home to: the Loro Piana Regatta

With 2,000km of coastline, sandy beaches and a mountainous interior, not to mention crystal-clear waters, Sardinia is a globally exclusive location in the regatta calender.  There's plenty to discover on land; its rugged landscape which is dotted with thousands of nuraghi – mysterious Bronze Age stone ruins shaped like beehives – are nestled between villages and towns offering exquisite cuisine. The 'Loro Piana Superyacht Regatta' is held every year and these are our recommended gems to discover...

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Promenade du Port

A cultural district connecting design, art, fashion and food excellencies. This is an area of Porto Cervo where you can stroll between art galleries and craft shops, music venues, bars, restaurants and classic car shows. It is an unmissable part of the town that gives you a break from the super yachts. See more here.

Hotel Balocco

This four star hotel is in the area of Liscia di Vacca with views over the Marina Nuova of Porto Cervo and Costa Smeralda.

Hotel Balocco is entirely renovated and demonstrates the unmistakable architectural style of the Costa Smeralda: the refreshing whites, the elegance of terra cotta and wood, soft and sinuous walls, arches and wide windows, panoramic terraces overlooking the harbour of Porto Cervo. Book here.

Porto Cervo Clipper Restaurant

Where yachties dine during regattas. This has a great atmosphere and serves up locally caught fish, as you'd expect.

Again recommended by our insiders, this was a favourite from a super yacht crew veteran who eats out in all major regatta towns across the world. Reasonably priced too!

Book ahead.

St Barths

Home to: luxury sailing!

The most luxurious classic yachts and superyachts gather here for the 'Loro Piana - St Barths, Caribbean' and the 'St Barths Bucket' every year.  The capital, Gustavia, encircles a yacht-filled harbor, it has highly acclaimed restaurants and historical attractions like the Wall House Museum, whose exhibits highlight Saint-Barthélemy'sSwedish colonial era between 1785 to 1878. Find out where to stay ashore and importantly, where to be seen on St Barths – the must-see French-speaking Caribbean island:

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Bonito

A chic experience will be had here as you can see from the interior and the views – Bonito's has a cocktail bar with views overlooking the port of Gustavia and suspended dining room with rustic styling.  The menu is under the direction of executive chef Laurent Cantineaux, who has worked at the famous Troisgros in Roannes, in Daniel Boulud’s kitchens in New York, and has been influenced by the flavors of Peru and Venezuela.

Eddy's Restaurant

Run by one of the race crew on board the schooner ELENA, this was recommended by the boat's chief stewardess – thanks L.P. She says "it's excellent and in an exceptional garden setting in the middle of Gustavia."  Not sure there's much more to say, because if ELENA like it, it must be good!

Call +590 590 27-5417

The Blue Peter - classic yacht charter

Mathew Barker, Captain and owner of 'The Blue Peter' will be in Saint Barths, and whether you're a family, a couple or a group, this is a great boat to cruise and race on. Mat also has experience of this cruising ground so CYTV's destination guide is just the start, he'll take you to the most exclusive spots. Book here.

SAINT TROPEZ

Home to: “Les Voiles”

One of the jewels of the French Riviera and Côte d'Azur region. Once a fishing village that attracted the international "jet set" in the 1960s it still remains known for its glamour, nearby exclusive beaches and the chic nightlife. It is the ‘La Ponche’ quarter that perhaps holds secrets of its past in the cobblestones. Superyachts now outnumber fishing boats in the Vieux Port (Old Port), especially when participants muster for the annual 'Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez' regatta. Find out where to stay, dine, where to be seen, below.

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La Ponche Hotel

If you're attending Les Voiles de Saint Tropez then you must book ahead for a long French lunch in this quintessential hotel and restaurant, although you can on occasion sit and drink Rosé after racing. Once a fisherman's tavern acquired by the current owners parents in the 1950s, La Ponche is now a 5 star hotel, spiritually important to the town Saint-Tropez. Picasso, Brigitte Bardot, French President Georges Pompidou among others, once flocked here to spend their time soaking up the Tropezienne light and, to be captivated by its colours – notably the Cote D'Azur's deep blue. It is a must visit!

La Villa d'Andrea

Owned by a couple closely associated with the sailing scene in Saint-Tropez, they offer this VERY chic villa.

Yes, it's a drive out of town, but nestled in the pine wood grove of Ramatuell. Who wants to spend all their time in Saint Tropez for 10 days? Stay stylish and well rested in this oasis. Book here.

Le Club 55

Every year on the 'lay-day' during Les Voiles de Saint-Tropez owners of yachts, grand and petit challenge each other to race from the usual regatta start line, in front of Saint Tropez's famous citadelle and round to Pampelonne beach. The winner buys lunch in one of the most exclusive restaurants in the world, Club 55. You can't miss it – it's a spectacle.

MALTA

Home to: Trophée Bailli de Suffren classic offshore race

'Rome by the sea' is one way of describing Malta's historic capital Valletta. With its North African, Turkish and Italian influences, the language alone gives you an impression of the multi-cultural make-up of the country's people. But that wouldn't give the place all the credit it deserves – the Grand Harbour which hosts Valletta, at first sight will seriously enchant you. The walled city was established in the 1500s on a peninsula by the Knights of St. John, a Roman Catholic order. Architecturally, the city reflects Malta's linguistic complexity.  It’s known for museums, palaces, grand churches and you'll find them there. Baroque landmarks include St. John’s Co-Cathedral, the opulent interior is home to the world famous painter – Caravaggio's masterpiece 'The Beheading of Saint John'.

The huge harbour that surrounds Valletta hosts the famous annual offshore yacht racing event, the 'Rolex Middle Sea Race' and the smaller but more classic event; 'Trophée Bailli de Suffren'. See below for special places to stay and visit.

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Apartment 2, the authentic place to stay

Sail hard and fast and then rest in the heart of Valletta, in this endearing, authentic apartment that's only £50 a night. You'll feel you've sailed your fair share of nautical miles in the Middle Sea Race, but also absorbed the great, rich history and culture that Valletta has to offer. Be aware though, this apartment is in the heart of the city, likely a bit of a walk or taxi from the dock.

St John's Church & Co-Cathedral Valetta

Roman baroque adorns Malta's grand church and co-Cathedral - St John's in an unmissable place to visit if you are to understand Malta's Christian history. The great Caravaggio's last masterpiece hangs in the same room he was imprisoned in. His painting, the 'Beheading of St. John the Baptist', a work once described as 'the painting of the 17th century' was commissioned for, and is still on display in, the Oratory of the Co-Cathedral of St. John, Valletta. Another of his most famous works, St. Jerome, is also in the cathedral. Read more here.

Rampila

Rampila is a unique restaurant situated in the historic bastions of Valletta, Malta’s capital city. Rampila comprises a Restaurant, a Wine Bar, a Terrace and an Exhibition. The location has a fascinating history. Designed and built by the Knights of St. John in the sixteenth century as part of the defensive bastions guarding the newly constructed city of Valletta, Rampila is now a haven for good food and wine set against a spectacular Baroque backdrop. Book here.