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Sitges is a great yachting centre.

We love the town of Sitges at Network Yachts Broker Barcelona. Apart from sailing and boating, we like the culture and art it offers, and it is a pleasure to share the latest information we have with you. 

Usually, in summer, the port of Sitges is filled with music. Events take place outdoors and cater to every taste in music and festival. Time to party in Sitges begins between July and August. Most events are free of charge, including the famous “Festival Concerts de Mitjanit.

The 2019 Concerts de Mitjanit offered a full proposal with different music styles with a special tribute to all-time’s best female voices.

Other festivals and events are listed below: also Barcelona Festival and Fun.

  • The Festival of the Virgen del Carmen, 
  • “La Gran Noche Lírica”, 
  • The Sitges Big Band, short films with the collaboration of the International Fantastic Film Festival of Catalonia.
  • Urban Art Show,

This was possible thanks to Sònia Felip, the Foundation of the Port of Aiguadolç. To her, culture is everyone’s heritage, and she feels it is of utmost importance but also a great joy to bring it closer to the people of the port, boat owners or not.

Unfortunately, this year, the “Concerts de Mitjanit” is suspended for the first time in sixteen years due to the risk of contagion by Covid19. 

The port of Sitges and its Foundation have tried to resist until the last moment to continue celebrating it for another year.

Although they are following government guidelines, the current situation seems to be aggravated, and therefore, it is better to be patient and wait for 2021. They are forced to prioritize and make difficult decisions in these challenging times.

If you want, you can also visit the new “Library of the Port”, where people give a second life to books, which remains open all year round.

We propose other fun and curious plans at Network Yacht Broker Barcelona by the new guidelines. 

Follow us to know what is the Sitge’s summer plan in the next post:

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We look forward to answering any queries and giving you information about buying or renting a boat in Stiges with Network Yacht Broker Barcelona.

Today, in Network Yacht Broker Barcelona, we will tell you more about environmental certification. We will speak about Sitges and The Biosphere Destination. 

First of all, what is the Biosphere Destination Certification?

Biosphere Destination is a voluntary and independent certification system based on sustainability and continuous improvement. 

The certification is internationally recognized by the Institute of Responsible Tourism, a non-profit entity supporting UNESCO and the World Tourism Organization. 

It is an excellent reference to international tourism. 

Sitges constantly improves its culture and environment. 

The city of Sitges has successfully supered the audit, and now the new objective of Sitges is to achieve the Gold category.

Therefore, getting to the next level implies that Sitges will adhere to several companies that follow the Biosphere commitment.

Currently, 15 companies have to start the process of joining this 2020. The mayor of Sitges highlights that “it is one more step to be more present” and “the importance of the work between public and private companies.”

Sitges should respect more than 112 objectives to have the Biosphere Destination Certification. The company values if tourism, social and economic policy support for the local community, and improving cultural and environmental heritage. Thanks to the audit, Sitges understood his strengths and opportunities, which will establish a new plan of action for the following year. 

The town hall and its advisers have created a thirty improvement list and eight strength points that must be maintained and further improved.

The most important projects are the Sitges Online Reputation Study which includes concrete measures like a new cleaning contract, encouraging the resident’s recovery task, and maintaining the raft of the “Jardines de Terramar.sustainable sitges

Advisors of Sitges constantly work to improve and sustain the certification, which accredits Stiges as a development model. 

Luís Miguel García (tourism conciliar)

He said it is essential for Sitges to have better private-sector involvement. However, Sitges needs to keep its position as a sustainable tourist destination of international recognition”.

At Network Yacht Broker Barcelona, we think the best way to visit a place like Sitges, following and respecting guidelines, is to travel by boat. It permits visiting different places without taking a car o a plane, booking different hotels, and many other things, as we explain on our web page. 

If you want more information about buying a yacht or yacht charter, follow us on Instagram @NetworkYachtBrokersBarcelona or visit http://www.networkyachtbrokersbarcelona.com.  

We look forward to answering any queries and giving you all the information you want about boats and Sitges. 

 

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Barcelona festivals and fun in June 2018

What is Barcelona like to visit in June?

Beach In Sitges Festival BarcelonaBarcelona Festivals and Fun June 2018. The summer starts the festival season, making Barcelona Province buzz with activity. June is a great month to be here because it is still not very crowded for most of the month. The hoards arrive at the end of July/August when many Spanish companies close for the holidays. You can still get a table in any excellent restaurant, and the beaches are not yet a sea of colourful parasols.This year, we have had tons of rain already. The surrounding area has had plenty of water, so it is greener and healthier than usual. Now, the sun is well and truly out, and the temperature is up. This time of year usually gives us excellent beach weather, but it´s still cool at night.In Barcelona city, one of the most significant festival events each year is the “Nit de St Joan” on 23-24 June. The festival honours both the birth of St. John the Baptist and the Summer Solstice. This festival does bring in crowds, with around 70,000 people in the city for the weekend.It´s like Bonfire Night and New Year´s Eve rolled into one. Beach bonfires are lit, fireworks are everywhere, and an epic street party rocks until the small hours. Revellers often opt for a midnight swim, an age-old custom representing a ¨Baptismal cleanse¨ (or having fun after a few glasses of cava!). Sitges and Castelldefels have smaller versions of the party for those who don´t want to be among many people in the city.Barcelona festivals and fun june 2018

Music is in everyone´s minds as June is also the start of the music festival season.

Primavera (Spring) Sound is a rock and pop festival at the beginning of June – in its 19th year – with open-air concert stages all over the city. The middle of the month also gives us Sonar – a DJ festival offering a chance to dance in the city´s squares.Live appearances by well-known artists are happening this month at the Festival Jardins de Pedralbes. We will see Simple Minds, Elvis Costello, and Emili Sande, and it´s not unusual for us to have another visit from Tom Jones! Shakira is playing at the Palau St. Jordi. There are often free concerts in the main square at the fascinating miniature village of Poble Espanyol. This is worth visiting to see the miniature version of Spain´s (architectural) greatest hits.At the end of the month is the Gay Pride Parade and festival in Barcelona. A smaller version of this festival has already happened in Sitges. This is a very Palau St Jordi festival Barcelonasocial occasion with several free music events and the opportunity to dress up in wacky costumes for the parade.For a real Catalan experience, go and see the Castellers. This month several of the nearby towns of St. Pere de Ribes or Sant Cugat are hosting the ¨human tower¨ competitions, which run nearly yearly. Try not to think about ¨health and safety¨ while you watch a brave five-year-old child scamper to the top of up to 5 levels of people!About us  / Testimonials / Sell Your Boat / Boats For Sale  / News Posts / Boats For Sale News Post / Yacht For Sale PostsBoat Maintainance Posts / Spain information Posts / Living on a Boat Posts  / Marina Berth for Rent Spain / Yacht Brokers Job Posts / Join Us / Yacht Syndicate / Barcelona
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The destiny of a boat is already planned…

Do you believe in fate? Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS

It is said that our destiny is already planned. Could it be that boats also have their fate mapped out, just the same as people?

This is the story of “Danmark Dream”, a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 43 DS commissioned in 2004 in the UK. The English owner John sailed her over to Portugal after purchase. John and his family enjoyed thirteen years of fun with her on the Portuguese coast and berthed her in Portimäo Marina, Algarve.

When it was time to move on, he decided that her last sailing adventure with the family would be a trip to Barcelona. This gave John the chance of a great trip, a city visit, and, most importantly, to hand her over to Network Yacht Brokers for sale. In June 2017, she arrived in Port Ginesta, Barcelona.

After being on sale for a few months, we found a potential buyer in the UK. Alan was looking for a deck saloon yacht but wavering between going for a 42 or 43 DS. When we showed him “Danmark Dream”, he fell completely in love and decided to buy her.

During the purchase process, Alan told us that he had moved from the UK to Portugal some years before. He enjoys life in the Algarve and has planned to seal his commitment by buying a boat to keep there. John and Alan were surprised and pleased that they shared the same love of sailing in the Algarve as Englishmen abroad.

We successfully brokered the deal

We successfully brokered the deal, and “Danmark Dream” left Barcelona a few weeks ago after some maintenance in Port Ginesta. Believe it or not, Alan’s choice of Portimäo Marina is also her old home. So there she lies again, back in her favourite spot, precisely one year after she left. Is this coincidence or destiny?

After the sale, Alan sent this to us; “Hiya guys, pleased to say that we managed to fix the sail and finally arrived safe and sound in Danmark Dreams home port of Portimäo. She is currently berthed just across the pontoon from her previous home. Thanks again for your help. We are both thrilled with our new boat.”

We are pleased to say that we always try to make our customers happy and satisfied. By providing the best service, we can help our clients with every step of their boat purchase. We see our customers as people buying or selling a boat that can become part of the family, and we love to hear their stories. As well as being professional yacht brokers, we are people too.

 

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Why not join the largest group of professional Yacht Brokers in Europe? We are based in premier marina locations. Many prime Brokerage areas in Europe are ready to develop. Join the group, and you will find it easier to develop your own business.When you first join Network Yacht Brokers, we will give you a detailed introduction to operating the marketing system we call Helm. It doesn’t matter what work you’ve done before. You will get all the help, support and advice you need to start your journey to become a successful yacht broker.Please watch the video below to learn more about our successful business model!Join us video robs story barcelonaFor more information, call our office in Barcelona, and we will be happy to give you any advice you might need. This is my story to follow the link.Network Yacht Brokers is a true cooperative. We support each other but retain our independence as individual companies. Find out what our customers say.Tel +34 937 97 82 40 About us  / Testimonials / Sell Your Boat / Boats For Sale  / News Posts / Boats For Sale News Post / Yacht For Sale PostsBoat Maintainance Posts / Spain information Posts / Living on a boat Posts  / Marina Berth for Rent Spain / Yacht Brokers Job Posts / Join Us / Yacht Syndicate / Barcelona
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AMEL Super Maramu Yacht SOLD by Network Yacht Brokers

Amel Super Maramu Yacht

Amel Super Maramu YachtStep onboard and sail away on this Amel Super Maramu Yacht. We think you might want this if you’re getting ready to travel the globe. Designed by Henri Amel & Jaques Carteau in 1993, she is an AMEL Super Maramu. She represents a premier brand that became a famous well-found globetrotter. We do have, from time to time, yachts listed for sale that include everything on board. However, she has got everything you might need. We spent time below the deck and enjoyed looking at the impressive stack of charts. They showed many parts of the world. The inventory is so good that it could be possible to set sail around the globe shortly after purchase.High res Amel Yacht marina

Interior

Some design features are unique to AMEL. Even the gamble on the food bows is excellent. We did like the aft cabin. It is an excellent distance from the main saloon and gives an owner or skipper distance from the crew for contemplation, should it be needed. The below deck is well-kept, and the beautiful yacht is pleasing to the eye. The owner has agreed to leave behind a lovely oil painting of Nice, France. This is on the wall in the saloon. This painting, along with the luxurious fabric replaced when the reupholstery work was done, helps to give this AMEL Yacht an individual feel.

On deck, Amel Super Maramu Yacht

The running rigging was replaced in 2016. It’s a welcome improvement to the look of this yacht. When she was in Greece, we were told the engine was replaced, and at the time, she underwent extensive engineering work. The hardtop offers excellent shelter from the inevitable spray one encounter during a passage. Reefing the yacht is easy, as the primary and forestay have electric motors positioned at the base. This direct power reefing system is a great design feature that has been replicated recently on other brands.Follow this link to the spec for more technical details.About us  / Testimonials / Sell Your Boat / Boats For Sale  / News Posts / Boats For Sale News Post / Yacht For Sale PostsBoat Maintainance Posts / Spain information Posts / Living on a Boat Posts  / Marina Berth for Rent Spain / Yacht Brokers Job Posts / Join Us / Yacht Syndicate / Barcelona
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Keep your boat in Spain

Have you thought about moving your boat to the sunshine?

Perhaps you wonder where to keep your boat in Spain to make the most of the precious time you have on it. We think Port Ginesta Marina will be an excellent choice for a base and well worth investigating. Below are just a few reasons why we like it.

Port Ginesta Marina is just a short distance from Barcelona International Airport. It is the biggest marina in the area and can hold up to 1500 boats and yachts. Being about ten miles outside the city centre, we benefit from a bit of quiet away from the hustle and bustle of Europe’s most vibrant city. Port Ginesta is close to a lovely marina within the Sitges’ holiday town.

We cannot think you would not like our marina as you can easily sail to Barcelona city centre for lunch or overnight and Mallorca is only a short sail away. We have miles of beautiful beaches and bars waiting for you to enjoy. Over 600 flights a month arrive in Barcelona from the UK. We are a little over an hour away by plane from many European cities.

So if you are looking for something different or have a family who wants more than just boats, beaches and bars, Port Ginesta should be on your radar for a place to keep your boat in 2018. We put a short page together about Port Ginesta’s facilities; please follow the link and call us if you need further information.

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We moved in a new bigger office

A new year and a new home for Network Yacht Brokers Barcelona!

Network Yacht Brokers Barcelona has started the new year with a bigger and more professional office! We moved office and are now in the new part of Port Ginesta Marina, where the bigger yachts are, and the sunset is even more incredible! Did you see our old office? 

Starting the new year in a new stunning office in Port Ginesta; you are more than welcome to come to see it and say hello to us! 2018 will be a fantastic year for everybody in the Marina. Here at Network Yacht Brokers, we are full of positive energy to share.

We have decided to keep our Broker fees low for twelve months. If you are considering selling or buying a boat, please get in touch with Rob or Chiara in our office for a special price. 

Find out our location https://www.networkyachtbrokersbarcelona.com/contact-us/

Our new office allows us to offer more services to our customers. See what our clients say so far about the service they received from us. Please follow this link to the testimonials page.

Don’t forget to visit our home page. It’s full of excellent links.

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Blue Water Ketch Sailing Yacht Sold in Barcelona

Bluewater ketch yacht

A 63 Foot Blue Water Ketch Sailing Yacht has just been added to our listings in Port Ginesta Barcelona. She is a stunning yacht, built in 1980 to his standard. She has a fully encapsulated long keel and is a go-anywhere, anytime Yacht.  You would feel safe in any weather sailing this yacht.

Charlie the Bird

Please look at our Youtube Chanel by following this link, and you will find A full specification on our Blue Water Ketch Sailing YachtNetwork Yacht Brokers website. Chiara will arrange viewings through our office in Barcelona. We are open most days, and please give us a call if you need further information.

Visit Port Ginesta

Please visit us if you are considering moving a yacht to the Mediterranean. Our office in Port Ginesta Marina is next to Barcelona City and literally ten minutes from Barcelona International Airport. Port Ginesta is an excellent location for collecting, delivering or keeping a boat or yacht. This is thanks to such easy access by sea or land.  Many visiting never leave as they discover Port Ginesta Marina is next to one of the most popular cities in Europe, if not the World “Barcelona”.  It’s a must-visit city with a Marina based in the city centre just a short distance away. From Port Ginesta, opposite Barcelona, there is the pretty holiday resort of Sitges. It has a small marina compared to the 1500 berths available in Port Ginesta. However, visitors are always welcome.

We offer a low-cost delivery service from the Balearics and a free project management service for boats that need to be shipped by either sea or road transport to and from any destination in Europe.

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Jeanneau 42 DS SOLD by Network Yacht Brokers

Jeanneau 42 DS Network Yacht Brokers Barcelona has sold this boat. You can see all our boats available by clicking here.

If you want a stunning Yacht, this Jeanneau 42 DS could be the one you want. The Jeanneau 42 DS was one of Jeanneau’s most famous yacht models ever made by Jeanneau. It preceded the now legendary 43DS Yacht. This 42DS “Free Spirit”, as she is known, had most options boxes ticked when she was first ordered; they include a blue hull and teak decks. She is a stunning example of her current credit condition to her owner.

Please visit us if you are considering moving a yacht to the Mediterranean. Our office in Port Ginesta Marina is next to Barcelona City and ten minutes from Barcelona International Airport. Port Ginesta is an excellent location for collecting, delivering or keeping a boat or yacht. This is thanks to such easy access by sea or land.  Many people that come to visit never leave as they discover Port Ginesta. It is next to one of the most popular cities in Europe, if not the World “Barcelona”.  It’s a must-visit city with a Marina based in the city centre just a short distance away. From Port Ginesta, opposite Barcelona, there is the pretty holiday resort of Sitges. It has a small marina compared to the 1500 berths available in Port Ginesta. However, visitors are always welcome.

We offer a low-cost delivery service from the Balearics. Also, we offer a free project management service for boats that must be shipped by either sea or road transport to and from any European destination.

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Carlo Riva Motor Boat Desighner Boats Information

The King of Motorboats Carlo Riva Died.

Riva motorboats are 160 years old.

Engineer Carlo Riva passed away. The pioneer of the world’s nautical and patron of the famous luxury motorboats construction company that bears his name, Carlo was 95 years of age. He died in his home in Sarnico, north Italy.

His great success was wood motorboats, ordinary throughout Italy. Indeed, during the Italian economic boom of the 1950s, the Riva was Dolce Vita’s symbol. With its racing speedboats, the renowned entrepreneurs have also gained many records and won in national and international races. We recall some famous names of his creations, such as Ariston, Triton, Sebino and Florida and the most famous, the Acquarama.

After being owned by the American company Whittaker, the Ferretti Group took the brand, an Italian holding company owner of six more brands in the naval industry.

The Network Yacht Brokers Group wants to remember Riva as an essential icon in the “Made in Italy” and a brilliant boat maker. Besides, the next Genoa Boat Show in Italy will be dedicated to him, and it will be from the 21st to the 26th of September.

Carlo Riva passed away, leaving a legacy that will never be forgotten.

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