La Grande Bastide
Chemin des Picholines
06740 Chateauneuf de Grasse
18 hole par 72 golf course located above Antibes in pleasant natural surroundings. Clubhouse with a restaurant and bar; equipment rental, personal classes available for all levels.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 77 70 08
www.opengolfclub.com
Paddy Warwick is one of the most highly qualified and sought-after personal trainers in France.
He specializes in truly impressive results. After an exhaustively comprehensive initial consultation, Paddy designs a completely tailored programme using a variety of disciplines to achieve your goals and cater to your preferences. Paddy’s knowledge base of training methods is very extensive and training can be as varied or as focused as you like – the whole process being thoroughly planned, yet constantly evolving.
The splendid Gorges du Loup, cutting from the Pre-Alps to the sea, offer many canyoning and hiking opportunities. Funtrip is a very well reviewed adventure centre, based in Tourettes-sur-Loup. A team of English speaking certified instructors offer a whole range of activities around the river such as canyoning, hiking tours, caving or rock climbing. Contact Yannick.
Tel:+33(0)6 19 66 03 65.
www.funtrip.fr
Experienced heat system insulation and sound proofing specialist. Lloyd and Bureau Veritas accredited. Design, fabrication and installation of water proof and washable insulation systems, fixed or demountable that can fit any shape. Work regularly on the largest yachts, in collaboration with management companies and shipyards. Available along the French Med. Fluent in English.
Cell: +33(0)6 09 76 48 01 (Francois Dietrich)
Cell: +33(0)6 18 87 49 80 (Philippe Fricout)
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Personal and dedicated team led by ex-crewmember and highly experienced Ulf Sydbeck. Offer full range of yacht and concierge services and technical support. Antibes agents for Dovaston, the Mallorca based crew placement agency.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 34 06 43 / Fax: +33(0)4 93 34 12 65
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www.rivierayachtsupport.com
The well known yacht services agency Riviera Yacht Support also has an highly acclaimed wine supply and training department led by Louise Sydbeck, a passionate and highly knowledgeable wine consultant / educator. Can source any wines besides their extensive list and provide an info sheet with each bottle. Tutored wine tastings are also offered free of charge for their clients. Louise has the ‘Wine and Spirit Education Trust’ certificate and offers wine courses.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 34 06 43
Fax: +33(0)4 93 34 12 65
Alessandro Repetto offers professional oil analysis on engines and generators. On Site Service (available 24/7) that informs you in 2 hours about: Viscosity of your oil compared to a new sample, Presence of condensation water, Presence of marine water, Total Base Number (TBN), Total Acid Number (TAN), Presence of insoluble (Metals into the oil sample).
Cell: +33(0)6 19 30 84 99
[email protected]
www.oilmarineanalysis.com
Paragliding school operating from Gourdon, a gorgeous hill top village located a few km inland from Antibes. Certified English speaking instructors. Very popular among the yachting community. Contact Eric.
Cell: +33(0)6 61 42 08 64
www.ascendance06.com
There are many great walking and hiking options around Antibes. Take the time to explore the lovely old town, and don’t miss the Château Grimaldi, the church of Immaculée Conception or the Commune Libre du Safranier with its flowery narrow streets.
Cap d’Antibes
Coastal path of Tirepoil: Gorgeous 2km hike around Cap d’Antibes peninsula, starting at Plage La Garoupe. Come back through the street of Cap d’Antibes and its luxurious mansions.
Italian manager Patrizio Parzanese offers sales and repair of all brands / types of traditional or automatic coffee machines, ice makers, dish washers, etc. Highly popular among Superyachts. Available from Menton to La Ciotat.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 65 95 00
Fax: +33(0)4 93 65 95 29
Cell: +33(0)6 12 89 28 84
[email protected]
www.parzatech.free.fr
Non-profit association founded in 1991 by a group of professional yachtsmen, to represent and help yacht crew. Encourages and assists crew with advice at all stages of their careers. Plus offer the following MCA-approved: Service Record Book with full membership, Training Record Books (that records practical training and work experience of candidates applying for yacht deck officer certificates) and Yacht Rating Certificates. Recognized by the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency, the UK MAIB & other influential international organizations.
Monaco Marine Network of 8 shipyards spread along the French Med coast, including La Ciotat, Golfe de St Tropez, Antibes, St Laurent-du-Var, Beaulieu-sur-Mer, Monaco and recently Marseille and La Seyne-sur-Mer. Able to maintain, repair or refit yachts of any size, using experienced workforce, qualified contractors and modern equipment. Haul out over 3,000 boats per year in their different sites. All sites are classified by the French Authorities with ‘Port Propre’ label.
For a complete woodworking service Côte D’Azur Carpentry have been delivering fine furniture, custom interiors, teak decking and finishing as well as glass and corian works to yachts on the Riviera for over 15 years. From inlayed dining tables and floors to exterior furniture and decking Tim Danin and his company provide reliable and high quality carpentry from their modern and well equipped workshop near Antibes. A large selection of timber, veneers, laminates and hardware are kept in stock.
Renowned for integrating Superyachts and Residences with sophisticated technology including entertainment (film, music, TV), communications and IT (computers, broadband, telecoms), as well as environmental control systems (climate control, lighting and blinds)... They extend to systems vital to the safe operation of your yacht and security of family, guests and employees. They include the latest satellite communications, CCTV, networked communications and navigation systems.
Specialists in yacht protection, suppliers of hi-tech antifouling, gel coat and paint polishing. Official importers of Propspeed products, Copperplus anti fouling Surfasolve and Global Green. Also provide restoration and cleaning services, especially for interior and exterior glass, to bring it back to 'new'. Very popular before yacht shows, where they offer cleaning and polishing services to yachts afloat. Knowledgeable manager Derek James provides first hand advice.
Tel: +33 (0)493 343 273
Fax: +33 (0)493 347 613
Cell: +33 (0)611 816 555 (Derek James)
256,ch de Vaumarre 06250 Mougins
Highly renowned specialist in pumping & cleaning tanks since 1991. Provide full service fuel or fresh water tank, bilge and engine room cleaning, also offer waste oil pumping, fuel centrifugation and tank painting. Works in accordance to the strict the French laws and regulations regarding the pumping, transport, storage and disposal of hydrocarbons. Available daily on the French and Italian Riviera. Manager Jean Luc will happily respond to any request.
Tel: +33 (0) 493 751 521
Cell: +33 (0)609 520 312 Jean Luc
Super popular and highly recommended experts in all the different aspects of upholstery and canvas. Friendly and prompt French/British team of 11 managed by personable Pascal Cottard. Over 25 years of experience and dealing with most of the high profile yachts. High return rate from happy clients. Workshop and showroom close to the harbour, available from Barcelona to Genoa.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 34 94 78 / Cell: +33(0)6 09 09 65 39
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Established in 1985. Carpet and upholstery cleaning specialists for yachts, managed by Glenn Chidzoy. Great experience, thoughtful and accommodating team. Highly recommended.
Tel: +33(0)4 93 74 94 87
Leading specialists in advanced marine electronic systems – from concept through construction to cruising, refit and repair, equipment or service, training and global annual support. Head management in Palma with offices in France, Spain, Italy, Malta and Antigua. Contact in Antibes is Lynne Devereux.
Cell: +33(0)6 15 48 42 60
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www.e3s.com
Highly popular marine lighting specialist managed by Christine Keating. Provides lighting and light fitting solutions for new build and refit projects. Supply of any light bulbs, low energy lights, dimmers, switches and other fittings as well as custom made candles, lighting and decoration gadgets. Can source anything in record time. Worldwide delivery.
Cell: +33(0)6 85 80 23 99 / Fax: +33(0)4 93 58 99 63
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www.acdc-energy.com
acdc energy
Young and dynamic company created by Dorsaf Ghorbal and Caroline Fabian. Excellent feedback from happy customers prasing their professionalism, availability, friendliness and good rates. Can get anyting: formal, casual, technical, work, foot wear plus bath robes, towels and accessories. Will travel to come onboard, meet the crew and for fittings. Embroidery services.
Cell: +33(0)761 212 111 (Caroline)/ +33(0)761 232 111 (Dorsaf)
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One of the most highly regarded carpentry and joinery companies in the French Mediterranean taking pride in fine quality finishes, and thorough, no-nonsense project management. Fronted by Hamish Beattie-Jones, calling on over 15 years experience in the region. Known for a meticulous attention to detail and enthusiasm for their subject. Have a passion for bespoke conceptual design and hold strengths in organization and project management. Permanent on site team of 6, fully equipped 250 sq meter workshop at the top of Antibes.
Highly recommended marble, granite, onyx and all stones restoration specialist. Expert in stain removal such as watermarks or colour disfiguration, filling, repair of any chips or cracks and polishing. Courteous manager Yves Blanquer is very happy to share his knowledge and to give products supply advice. Sale of treatment products to prevent or reduce future staining. Very professional, reliable and popular. Used to work on high profile yachts, luxury villas and hotels. Based in Antibes, available from La Spezia to Barcelona. English spoken.
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