Mark Smith asked:
Yacht charter is quickly gaining popularity in many areas, as travelers look to escape the traditional touristy beaches, and get that one bit further into the world of relaxation and true escape. We looked at Yacht Charter Trips and Yacht / Boat hires in Menorca, and discovered that it is truly a sailor’s paradise.
As the northern most Balearic Island, the coastline is beautiful, lined with clear water coves and the whitest of beaches. With the nearest main city being 150 miles away, Barcelona, the yacht can be a true experience of relaxation. We decided on a weekly yacht charter trip, which gave us ample time to discover the island.
During the first couple of days, we anchored in various sea covers and took many a swims in the warm water. We worked on sun tans, and unwinded properly. Later on in the week we decided to get energetic and eager to see what awaits deep within the Mediterranean Sea. Diving and Snorkeling packages are included on many yacht charters, and this one was no exception. We were able to watch the colourful fish as they swim around the boat, with moments that we wished we could catch on some sort of underwater camera. Lastly, we finished off the next to last day with a climbing session off one of Menorca’s scenic cliffs.
All around it was the right combination of rest, relaxation and exploration. The yacht itself has snorkelling equipment available, but can also arrange it so that a fully qualified private diving instructor (PADI) is there for deep sea diving. Sail for a couple of hours and you’re bound to find a new location to explore.
With yacht charter holidays, many companies such as Go Nautic (who specialise in Menorca sailing holidays) insist that you plan your day according to your wishes, and do not push pre-planned itineraries. However they do keep you informed on weather conditions and any changes that may be necessary. Should you want to get off the yacht though; many local towns around the coastline have restaurants providing the finest in local cuisine, and a more country-esque vibe. Climate is usually a sure shot, as sunshine is abundant. Temperatures range from 15 Celsius in the winter, to about 20-25 in the spring and autumn, while touching the 30’s in the summer. With light winds generally, the conditions are usually just right for sailing. Sea temperature itself gets quite warm too, hitting 30 degrees Celsius in late summer.
For those who would like a longer and even more interesting charter, you can sail over to Mallorca, and visit the rest of the Balearic Islands. But there’s nothing wrong with staying put and letting the days drift by either.
Jenna
Yacht charter is quickly gaining popularity in many areas, as travelers look to escape the traditional touristy beaches, and get that one bit further into the world of relaxation and true escape. We looked at Yacht Charter Trips and Yacht / Boat hires in Menorca, and discovered that it is truly a sailor’s paradise.
As the northern most Balearic Island, the coastline is beautiful, lined with clear water coves and the whitest of beaches. With the nearest main city being 150 miles away, Barcelona, the yacht can be a true experience of relaxation. We decided on a weekly yacht charter trip, which gave us ample time to discover the island.
During the first couple of days, we anchored in various sea covers and took many a swims in the warm water. We worked on sun tans, and unwinded properly. Later on in the week we decided to get energetic and eager to see what awaits deep within the Mediterranean Sea. Diving and Snorkeling packages are included on many yacht charters, and this one was no exception. We were able to watch the colourful fish as they swim around the boat, with moments that we wished we could catch on some sort of underwater camera. Lastly, we finished off the next to last day with a climbing session off one of Menorca’s scenic cliffs.
All around it was the right combination of rest, relaxation and exploration. The yacht itself has snorkelling equipment available, but can also arrange it so that a fully qualified private diving instructor (PADI) is there for deep sea diving. Sail for a couple of hours and you’re bound to find a new location to explore.
With yacht charter holidays, many companies such as Go Nautic (who specialise in Menorca sailing holidays) insist that you plan your day according to your wishes, and do not push pre-planned itineraries. However they do keep you informed on weather conditions and any changes that may be necessary. Should you want to get off the yacht though; many local towns around the coastline have restaurants providing the finest in local cuisine, and a more country-esque vibe. Climate is usually a sure shot, as sunshine is abundant. Temperatures range from 15 Celsius in the winter, to about 20-25 in the spring and autumn, while touching the 30’s in the summer. With light winds generally, the conditions are usually just right for sailing. Sea temperature itself gets quite warm too, hitting 30 degrees Celsius in late summer.
For those who would like a longer and even more interesting charter, you can sail over to Mallorca, and visit the rest of the Balearic Islands. But there’s nothing wrong with staying put and letting the days drift by either.
Jenna
