THE MOST BEAUTIFUL MARINAS IN THE WORLD
By Publisher Ray Carmen
A great marina is far more than somewhere to berth a yacht. It is a gateway to a destination, a gathering place for sailors and a showcase of architecture, hospitality and waterfront living.
Port Hercules in Monaco remains one of the most recognisable harbours in the world. Surrounded by the steep streets and towers of Monte Carlo, it becomes the centre of international yachting during the Monaco Yacht Show.
On Sardinia’s Costa Smeralda, Marina di Porto Cervo combines crystalline water with elegant hotels, restaurants and boutiques. The harbour has long been associated with some of the Mediterranean’s finest yachts.
Porto Montenegro, situated within the Bay of Kotor, has transformed a former naval base into a sophisticated waterfront destination framed by the mountains of Montenegro.
In the Caribbean, Yacht Haven Grande in St Thomas and the harbours of Gustavia in St Barthélemy and English Harbour in Antigua combine luxury facilities with unmistakable island character.
Barcelona’s OneOcean Port Vell places superyachts close to one of Europe’s most vibrant cities, while Dubai Harbour reflects the extraordinary growth of yachting in the Middle East.
Other remarkable marinas include Marina Ibiza, Port de Saint-Tropez, Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi, Marina Grande on Capri, Sydney’s waterfront facilities and the historic harbours of Malta.
The finest marinas successfully balance beauty, service and atmosphere. They welcome international vessels while remaining connected to the culture and history of their surroundings.
For yacht owners, crews and visitors, arriving at a beautiful marina can be as memorable as the voyage itself.
WHERE THE WORLD’S FINEST YACHTS MEET THE WORLD’S MOST BEAUTIFUL SHORES.