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Adventure to the factory of Italia Yachts!

Recently Lee our Fleet Engineer and Sales Representive for Italia Yachts had the pleasure of joining Dirk and Luka of Yacht Match, with whom we are now working, to visit the factory of Italia Yachts and to experience firsthand the beauty and power of the Italia Yachts range.

''I enjoy sailing the most in something that is comfortable, stylish, elegant, and quick.''

Lee Gallagher, Sales Representative for Italia Yachts

Before departing for Italy Lee researched the Italia Yacht brand and stumbled across Matt Sheehan’s article. Matt is a tough man to please when it comes to the racer-cruiser corner of the market and his article was[...]
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Blue Otter Crowned Royal Winner!

Congratulations Matt and Gela Owners of Blue Otter who were crowned winners of the 'Best Dressed Boat' Competition over the Coronation Weekend run by Ocean Village Marina. Run in honour of King Charle's Coronation Ceremony boats were able to decorate their vessels in celebration!

Blue Otter was creatively adorned with flags and other royal memorabilia to secure the win.

If you're interested in chartering the royal winner 'Blue Otter' our JEANNEAU SUN ODYSSEY 37 view her full spec here.

 

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Offshore Sailing Season starts off with podium finish for Boracic Sailing

Recently two of our team members joined the Boracic Sailing Team to take part in an epic offshore sail. Competing in The Exposure OLAS Cowes to Cherbourg race the team finished in a respectable 3rd in class in the Junior Offshore Group and were up against some really strong competition. 

 

Alex. our Office and Reservations Manager joined Steph our Admin Assistant in the first JOG offshore race of the 2023 season in this short sprint across the English Channel. The race proved to be slow and challenging with light winds throughout the channel offering a cold and frustrating start, but with some sail changes, perseverance, and teamwork[...]

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Behind the scenes with the Fleet Team

At the end of each sailing season, our fleet team is tasked with the Winter maintenance of our fleet of yachts. Ensuring your yacht is well cared for over the harsh Winter months stands you in good stead to return to safe and stress-free sailing come Spring time. Winter maintenance is a big undertaking for the team and takes hours of labour and time so let’s find out a little more about what the guys have been up to!

On Aelous (Hallberg Rassy 36 MK2) the saloon table needed to be removed completely alongside the port saloon seating. The water tanks were also temporarily taken out[...]

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Pet-friendly Boating Holidays

Holidays with your whole family should be a breeze, and that’s why at Hamble Point Yacht Charters we welcome your four-legged friends onboard with us. Our pet-friendly approach means friends and loved ones can holiday and explore together! After all, that’s what a holiday is about right?

Wave goodbye to extortionate kennel fees and embrace your next sailing holiday with your beloved fur friend on board for just a small nominal fee. Sailing holidays are the perfect dog-friendly solution, they live for the outdoors and you have the freedom to access endless countryside walks and dog-friendly Hampshire attractions.

A sailing holiday gives you the luxury of[...]

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