Pure project management is also based in STP and has overseen a good number of projects on mainly large power yachts undergoing refit in Palma. Proactive approach and good local and technical knowledge.
Tel: {0034} 627 813 580
[email protected]
www.pureyacht.com
STP, Muelle Viejo
Palma de Mallorca
A crew favorite. Attention to detail, flexibility and friendliness of managers Geraldine and Delphine. Wide range of cars including utilitarian, delivery available from La Ciotat to Marseille at any pre-scheduled time. Special deals for crew and long term rates.
Tel: +33 (0)442 710 710
Fax: +33 (0)442 710 164
[email protected]
www.rentacar.fr
Acclaimed watersports center run by the enthusiastic and dedicated Pascal Cecot.
Extremely popular English speaking radio station, closely linked to the yachting industry. They play an excellent mix of contemporary and popular music suiting all age groups plus messages directed to the yachting community. They provide updates with their traffic reports, weather, flight information, crew recruitment, local news and the BBC World Service News on the hour. Broadcast on 106.3 in Monaco and 106.5 on the French Riviera. Can be heard anywhere from San Remo to St Tropez.
Tel: +(377)97 97 94 71
www.rivieraradio.mc
68 Moo 2, Thepkasattri Rd, Kohkaew,
Muang, Phuket, 83200, Thailand
Tel: +66 (0)76 360 811
Fax: +66 (0)76 360 815
Web: www.royalphuketmarina.com
New build/refit project management and security professionals. Ensure the protection of assets and people around the world offering security customized solutions. They have developed “The Target Files” crisis management software. Efficient and discreet service managed by former marine parachutist Emmanuel Ravier. Cell: +33(0)6 32 26 71 42 [email protected] www.rvr-international.com
Independent crew agency run by Sally Finbow, who combines over twenty five years in the yachting industry, first as a crewmember and now a renowned crew agent. Very personal and dedicated service, worldwide client database, available 24/7 in emergency. Takes the time to get to know her candidates and check their references.
Tel: + 33 (0)493 657 524
Cell: + 33 (0)682 531 582
[email protected]
www.sallyfinbow.com
Sail Newport
72 Fort Adams Dr, Newport
Renowned public sailing center, dedicated to promoting sailing and offering individual and group classes for all levels and ages, as well as summer camps for kids. Rental fleet of J/22s and Rhodes 19s. School located in scenic Fort Adams Park.
Tel: (401) 846 1983
America’s Cup Charters
Take a drive on the Moyenne Corniche, linking Nice to Menton, to enjoy spectacular panoramas.
Park Loop Road
Drive the 27 mile Acadia’s Park Loop Road for an excellent overview of the island. On a stormy day, don’t forget to stop at the Thunder Hole, a natural stone crevasse into which waves surge, compress and burst out in a thrilling and deafening sound.
Bass Harbor Lighthouse
Picturesque lighthouse, one of the most photographed in the country. Well worth a stop.
Cadillac Mountain
Full size grocery store located a short drive from Essex and Westbrook Marinas. Open Mon – Sat, 6am to 11pm, and Sun, 7am to 9pm.
Tel: +1 (860) 669 0107
As a big city, Marseille is home to a large variety of stores, many of them located in the old town, around the Vieux Port. Rue Paradis, perpendicular to la Canebiere, is the local ‘5th avenue’, featuring a wide selection of designer stores and other shops. Rue St Ferreol is the busy pedestrian street - parallel to rue Paradis . Major French clothing brands can be found here, along with many sandwich and fast food shops.
Palma is the shopping capital of the Balearics. Major department stores and clothing outlets are present throughout the town; the Avenida Jaimes III and the Paseo Born are Palmas answer to the Paris Champs Elysee. Pedestrian shopping precincts in the old town now extend from the Born all the way to Plaza d'Espana, via the Palza Major, with shops offering wares for all budgets and tastes.
St Paul de Vence: Gorgeous fortified village that has kept much of its medieval appearance. Home of interesting contemporary art museums.
Vence: Picturesque and historic town sitting on a hillside between Nice and Antibes. Features a 11th century cathedral, ancient buildings and a famous open air market.
Massif du Mercantour: Home of one of France’s largest national parks, only 90km from Nice. Great place for nature and outdoor sport lovers.
Visit the vineyards: the whole region is famous for its locally produced wines. Several vineyards located around gorgeous estates can be visited and offer tastings.
Domaine La Tourraque
Gaec Brun Craveris 83350 Ramatuelle
200 year old family domain with vineyards and olive grove situated on an exceptional site, a few kms inland from St Tropez. Wine tasting and property tour available. Nice shop with their production of wine and olive oils. Open Mon-Fri.
Tel: +33(0)4 94 79 25 95
Full-size Stop and Shops. Onsite ATM, DVD rental, Western Union service, in-store Pharmacy. Open Mon-Sat, 6 am to Midnight, Sun 6am to 9pm.
Tel: (401) 845 2220
www.stopandshop.com
Medium-size Stop and Shop ideally located within walking distance from the downtown marinas. Good choice of fresh products: produce, butcher shop, seafood, deli, bake shop, etc. Onsite ATM, DVD rental, Western Union service. Open Mon-Sat, 7am to 10 pm, Sun 7am-9pm.
Tel: (401) 848 7200
Good-sized store, located right across the street from Vineyard Haven’s waterfront. Open Mon-Sat 7am-10pm, and Sun, 7am-9pm. Note that Vineyard Haven is a ‘dry’ town, so no liquor or wine can be found in this store.
Tel: (508) 693 8339
www.stopandshop.com
Open daily: Mon-Sat 6am-midnight, Sun 7am-9pm.
Tel: (860) 388 0850
Located at the edge of town, 5 minutes by car or taxi. Very good choice of fresh fruits and veggies, meats, seafood, deli, bakery, and all kinds of dry goods. Largest supermarket on the island. Western Union services available. Open Mon-Sat 5am-1am; Sun 7am-9pm.
Tel: (508) 228 2178
www.stopandshop.com
Full-size Stop and Shops. Onsite ATM, DVD rental, Western Union service, in-store Pharmacy. Open Mon-Sat, 6 am to Midnight, Sun 6am to 9pm.
Tel: (401) 849 5510
www.stopandshop.com
Good-sized supermarket. Open daily 6am-midnight
Tel: (508) 627 9522
www.stopandshop.com
Surfing is a popular sport on Nantucket, and the island hosts several good spots, mostly on the south side (although the best ones are kept secret by the locals!). Madaket, Cisco, Surfside, Madaquesham and Nobadeer offer good surfable sand breaks.
Christian at NantucketSurfari, 1 Essex Rd, offers hourly lessons or packages for all levels. All equipment, from wetsuits to surfboards, is provided. Pick-up at the yacht upon request.
There are several good surf spots in Martha’s Vineyard, such as:
Long Pointin West Tisbury Wildlife Refuge, (off Edgartown-West Tisbury Rd) offers a sand bar with mostly rights. A small entrance fee is required to access the spot. South Beach State Park, south of Edgartown, has good rights on a sand bar. Lucy Vincent and Squibnocket in Chillmark are also good spots, but are private beaches.
Corner Five Surf Co.
5 Water St, Vineyard Haven
Club de Kayak des Saintes
Rental of transparent kayaks available at the beach between the main jetty and La Saladerie on Terre de Haut.
Tel: (590) 690 657981
www. clearbluecaraibes.fr