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Nespresso Cup 2011: Stage set in Portofino for Wally Sailing Yachts

May 05, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

The Wally contenders for the 2011 Nespresso Cup have arrived in the exquisite Italian harbour of Portofino as preparations get underway to contest for ‘The Ultimate Cup’. The Wally crews have been out training today ahead of the official racing that starts tomorrow. “Our hopes are, of course, to win but we are not the only ones who are hoping,” said Claus-Peter Offen, owner of Y3K who finished 2nd overall last year. “There are a few boats who have the same hopes! The level of the boats and the crews is very high and very competitive and it’s going to be an exciting weekend.” ... read full story

The most popular and expensive luxury superyacht marina berths

May 05, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The most expensive and popular superyacht marinas in the world are located in the Mediterranean and the top three most exclusive and expensive private luxury yacht marinas or harbours in the world are all located in Italy. Another interesting point is that Monaco is not as expensive, as one would assume to moor your superyacht... ... read full story

Nespresso Cup: Wally sailing yachts prepare for 2nd edition off Portofino

April 29, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

With only one week to go until the start of the second edition of the Nespresso Cup to be held over the 6th to 8th May, eight Wally Yachts representing a diverse range of these unmistakable sleek and stylish sailing yachts will be gathering in the beautiful harbour of Portofino in the coming days ahead of official registration on Thursday, 5th May. ... read full story

Wally Yachts and Financial Times launch Maxi Yacht Grand Prix Series 2011

April 25, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Wally Yachts and the Financial Times have joined forces to launch a new Maxi Yacht racing series. The FT Wally Grand Prix Series is a unique series of races for the world’s largest fleet of Maxi racing yachts. The racing teams feature sailing’s premier talent from the America's Cup and the Olympics together with some of the most prominent captains of industry. The series takes place between April and October, moving between the Mediterranean’s most glamorous and vibrant sailing locations. ... read full story

Summer Yacht Charters in July & August 2011 in the Mediterranean, Europe

April 20, 2011

Written by Mike Smith

The 2011 summer yacht charter season is gearing up to be a successful one in Europe in the Mediterranean countries of France, Italy, Greece & Croatia. There are more charter yachts available here than ever before in this magnificent cruising area, which is the largest and most popular yacht rental location in the world. You... ... read full story

Nespresso Cup: Wally Sailing SuperYachts to Gather in Portofino for 2nd Racing Regatta

March 03, 2011

Written by Chelsea Smith

Nestlé Nespresso S.A and Wally Yachts, the world leader in yachting innovation, have announced the second edition of the Nespresso Cup, the international regatta exclusively for the Wally Class, taking place in Portofino in May 2011. The announcement was made together with Luca Bassani Antivari, President and Founder of Wally, and Nespresso Cup Ambassador and sailing legend Francesco de Angelis at the Yacht Club Italiano’s press conference which presented this season’s regattas. ... read full story

Portofino Rolex Trophy Classic Yacht Regatta 14th-16th May 2010

May 12, 2010

Written by Eva Belanyiova

The second edition of Portofino Rolex Trophy, the regatta that is dedicated by Rolex and the Yacht Club Italiano to  classic yachts that form part of the rich history of sailing. The regatta is by invitation only, for wooden yachts in the J-, 12- and 8- metre classes. In addition to the yachts in the... ... read full story

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