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Sail to a idyllic bay every day, anchoring in aqua-coloured waters and swimming ashore to enjoy golden sandy beaches the area is famous for.
At night, take your pick of relaxed dining at a local tapas bar, drinks at an upmarket bar or a full scale night out in one of the many clubs.
Sample the specialties of a new tapas bar or restaurant at every stop. These experiences are as diverse as the locations you visit.
The sailing conditions are generally very balanced, with light winds in the morning, and lovely breezes in the afternoons.
With stunning golden sandy beaches, lovely crystal clear waters, lively nightlife and fantastic Spanish cuisine, these islands have been popular with land-based travellers for many years. A yacht charter in the Balearics allows sailors to dip in and out of bays and harbours at their leisure, not just seeing more of one island, but providing the opportunity to visit multiple islands on one holiday.
Even on a one week holiday you could visit Majorca, Menorca and Cabrera comfortably. Alternatively, take it easy and meander from bay to bay, anchoring off one of the many golden beaches by day and at night mooring in a quiet village or lively hotspot.
The Balearics include several islands that are firmly imprinted in the minds of many British holidaymakers – Ibiza, Majorca and Menorca. It is sailing that is increasingly coming to the attention of visitors to the Balearics however, with the opportunity to see the islands in a very different light, away from the mass tourism and British themed tourist strips.
The weather in the Balearics is typically Mediterranean, with long hot and dry summers. During peak season of July and August temperatures average in the early 30s. In May and October you’ll experience temps in the early to mid 20s. The winds are mostly moderate and average Force 3-4 (light to moderate winds). In Majorca and Menorca the wind comes predominantly from the north. In Mahon, the wind blows from the north 245 days a year. In Ibiza, Formentera and the other islands, the wind comes more from the south-east and wind speeds are generally lower.
To embark from Majorca you must fly to Palma Airport, while to embark from Ibiza you must fly to Ibiza Airport. Both airports are conveniently placed relative to our bases, so expect a transfer time from as little as 15 minutes.
Our two primary bases in the Balearic Islands are Palma on Majorca Island and San Antonio on Ibiza Island. Palma is the capital city of Majorca and is located just 15 minutes from the airport. Palma has a selection of well sheltered marinas and quays with all the conveniences and entertainment required to start and finish a sailing holiday with a bang! San Antonio is on the south western coast of Ibiza and is well regarded as a thriving tourist hub with plenty to do and see. It’s a fantastic launching pad for a sailing holiday around Ibiza.
Mooring fees can add up quickly in the Balearic Islands if you’re not careful. Ibiza Town, for example, has mooring fees so expensive that they aren’t even worth mentioning here.
To charter bareboat in Spain you are required to have a valid sailing qualification issued by a recognised authority (e.g. RYA, ASA, IYT, USSA). This qualification should not have any restriction on daylight hours or distance sailing from shore. If you have an RYA Day Skipper certificate or similar, you will also need to obtain the International Certificate of Competence (ICC) as an RYA Day Skipper alone is not sufficient. RYA Yacht Master is, of course, accepted.
The currency in Spain is the Euro. There are plenty of cash machines and bureau de change can be found in the larger towns, so withdrawing money and changing alternative currencies is possible. We recommend you arrive with some local currency to cover the first couple of days of your holiday. Cards are accepted in supermarkets but most restaurants and tourist shops tend to prefer cash.
The national language of Spain is Spanish! However, English is widely spoken and understood throughout, especially within the service industry, including restaurant staff and taxi drivers. All Seamaster partners and crew speak English proficiently.
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