Ibiza and Formentera yachting news

The Monaco Yacht Show will celebrate its 32nd edition from September 27 to 30, 2023. This boat show is considered the largest annual superyacht event in the world.  This year the first Seduction program will be consolidated, a three-year plan based on four essential pillars: environmental innovation, design, understanding of sailing and visitor experience. Visitors will be able to enjoy the best collection of superyachts of the year, receive expert advice and personalized services. The event will feature five different… Read more...

Since 1977, the Cannes Yachting Festival has been the first international event in the nautical sector. Currently, it is considered the largest boat show in Europe. The 2023 edition will take place in the Bay of Cannes for six days, where visitors will be able to enjoy from September 12 to 17 the novelties and the various areas that the event offers. The 46th edition will welcome some 55,000 visitors in the Old Port and in the Canto Port, where… Read more...

The Spanish nautical market has registered an increase in the registration of recreational boats this year. Between January and July, a total of 4.674 boats have been registered, being jet skis and boats up to six meters in length the ones that have increased the most during this period. Of the total number of registrations, 2.908 correspond to boats for private use (62.2%) and 1.766 to boats for rental (37.8%). The ANEN pleasure boat market report has highlighted that the… Read more...

Renting a yacht in Ibiza and Formentera is the best choice to enjoy the sea in an exclusive way, in total freedom and in full contact with nature. At Ibiza Central Charter we have prepared a 5% discount coupon* so that you can experience great moments at sea with friends or family that will be difficult to forget. *Offer valid for the period from August 1 to 31, 2023 and only for the yacht category. Whatever plan you have, we… Read more...

The National Association of Nautical Companies (ANEM) has presented the ‘Report on the pleasure craft market. January-April 2023‘ with the data on the registrations of pleasure boats in Spain, provided by the General Directorate of the Merchant Marine. The report shows a 12% growth in the nautical market in the period from January to April 2023 compared to the same period of the previous year, with a total of 1.891 recreational boats registered in Spain compared to 1.688 units last… Read more...

Renting a boat and sailing along the coasts of the Islands of Ibiza and Formentera is a unique way to discover the islands from another perspective and in full contact with nature. That is why, in this post, we tell you about the security measures that you must follow so that you have safe and sustainable navigation on the islands of Ibiza and Formentera. During navigation it is advisable to have strict vigilance, especially in the most dangerous areas such… Read more...

The Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge, through the General Directorate of the Coast and the Sea and the General Directorate of Biodiversity, has reached an agreement with the Government of the Balearic Islands to develop and implement the ten buoy fields that are still pending to comply with the Posidonia Decree. It was also agreed that the works of these ten new buoy fields would be carried out in 2024 so that they could be operational… Read more...

Discovering the impressive coves and beaches of Ibiza by boat is a unique and unforgettable experience. From the privacy and comfort of your own boat, you will be able to visit some of the most beautiful and less traveled places on the island. Also, there are many restaurants that are accessible by boat, which makes the experience even more special. Here is a list of our favourites:   1.- YEMANJA.    Location: 38.86777452511734, 1.3173829535519088 The Yemanja restaurant, located in Cala Jondal,… Read more...

Renting a boat in Ibiza and sailing to Formentera to enjoy its gastronomy is synonymous with an unforgettable vacation. Here are some of the restaurants that you can access directly from the sea:     1.- JUAN Y ANDREA. Location: 38.754134184210365, 1.4334320651943304 The Juan y Andrea restaurant is one of the most exclusive in Formentera. It is specialized in seafood, fish and rice dishes. Its kitchen offers quality and KM0 products: the vegetables are collected from its own garden and… Read more...

The start of good weather invites us to start planning our vacations, whether with family or groups of friends, and we quickly think of the summer months as the best option to do so. But, what if we told you that sailing in Ibiza and Formentera is an excellent option to do it in spring? Discovering the islands of Ibiza and Formentera by boat in spring is a privilege. In this post we tell you the reasons not to wait… Read more...

The nautical employers’ association ANEN has issued the “Annual Report on the pleasure craft market 2022”, edited based on the data provided by the General Directorate of the Merchant Marine, which shows the good positioning of nautical tourism throughout 2022. The nautical sector has registered 5,847 vessel registrations for the 2022 financial year, 14.94% less than in 2021, but complying with the sector’s forecasts and remaining stable throughout the year. The month of December, a month that historically has been… Read more...

The Balearic Government has published a draft prepared by the Ministry of Energy Transition, led by Juan Pedro Yllanes, to modify the regional law on climate change. The purpose of this modification is to accelerate the reduction of 40% of the polluting emissions of the Balearic Islands until 2030 in order to achieve the objectives of the Climate Change and Energy Transition Law of the Balearic Islands with which it is intended to achieve free islands of fossil fuels in… Read more...

This year marks the 60th edition of the Barcelona International Boat Show, where the largest exhibition of the national and international nautical market is concentrated with the presence of boats from the main companies and brands. The event will be held from October 12 to 16 at Port Vell in Barcelona, ​​and will be attended by 200 exhibitors and 700 boats, around 200 of them on the water. The novelties will be presented in three different spaces:   1. Sea… Read more...

The main yacht show in the world has been held from September 28 to October 1 on the Mediterranean coast of Port Hercule, Monaco. The 31st edition of the Monaco Yacht Show has had the biggest, newest, most innovative and luxury yachts on display. Without question, the lineup of superyachts at this year’s Monaco Boat Show has been more impressive than ever. Below we show you some of the superyachts that have not left anyone indifferent:     AHPO Lürssen’s… Read more...

Boat shows are the perfect opportunity to learn about the latest news in navigation and nautical activities. In the remainder of the year, great nautical events are coming up that you cannot miss. In this post we gather some of the most important:   Cannes Yachting Festival. Date: From Tuesday 6 to Sunday 11 September. Place: Cannes (France) – Puerto Canto and Puerto Viejo.   It is the fair that brings together the main yacht brands in the ports of… Read more...

The islands of Ibiza and Formentera have incredible coastlines. Renting a boat and discovering them while sailing is a fantastic choice to live a truly unforgettable experience. If you are thinking of extending the summer and exploring the different coves and beaches of the Pitiusas Islands, we leave you 7 advantages of sailing in Ibiza and Formentera in the month of September:   WEATHER CONDITIONS. The weather conditions during the month of September are perfect for sailing. The Mediterranean climate… Read more...

In this post we will briefly tell you about the regulations and some recommendations related to the practice of navigation in a safe and sustainable way in the ports of the islands of Ibiza and Formentera. To navigate safely it is advisable to have strict vigilance at all times, especially in those dangerous navigation areas such as the Es Freus pass in Ibiza and Formentera and the vicinity of the islets; or that are of busy transit as in the… Read more...

PARDO YACHTS Passion and craftsmanship made in Italy. The Pardo yachts, born under the Cantiere del Pardo shipyard in 2016, are handmade, obtaining the perfection of the boat from the hull to the final details. Its refined design combines with a careful choice of the wood used and an excessive care for details. Elegance, spaciousness and high performance are the hallmarks of a Pardo yacht.   PARDO 38: The Pardo 38 is synonymous with performance, usability and comfort. With a… Read more...

This summer 2022 live a unique experience sailing on the islands of Ibiza and Formentera. Discovering every corner of the islands aboard a yacht is the best way to do it. In this post we show you the latest news:   SAXDOR YACHTS Founded in 2020, it is the fastest growing premium boat brand in Europe. His vision is to create a fleet of ships that has never existed before, using cutting-edge technologies and paying attention to safety. Sakari Mattila,… Read more...

We start the 2022 season with a selection of catamarans available to rent for a week and make long cruises in total comfort through the turquoise waters of Ibiza and Formentera. Catamaran rentals have become very popular, do you want to know why? Its high demand is due to several characteristics that provide it with different advantages compared to other types of boats: Security. As they have a double hull, they can practically not sink and provide more safety than… Read more...

According to the data collected in the “Report on the recreational craft market for January – November 2021“, edited by ANEM based on the data provided by the General Directorate of the Merchant Marine, 6,716 pleasure craft have been registered throughout Spain, compared to the 5,202 registered in the same period of 2020 and the 5,976 reached in 2019. Obtaining as a result a growth of 12.7% of the nautical market compared to the same period of 2019. Of the… Read more...

The 13th edition of the Valencia Boat Show is held between October 28 and November 1 in the Marina de València, an event organized by La Marina de València and the Union of Nautical Companies (UEN) where you can enjoy the sea in all its slopes for five days. The conference focuses on innovation and design with which it will offer its visitors a complete agenda of activities and a wide exhibition of new boats and nautical novelties from the… Read more...

Although summer is over, we can still enjoy the last rays of the season’s sun. If you are looking for destinations to travel in October, in this post we will tell you why Ibiza is an ideal destination for your holidays: Better prices. At this time of year, the prices of establishments, hotels and airlines drop a lot, which allows you to take advantage of the budget for your trip much more. It is even possible that you will find… Read more...

The Barcelona Boat Show will be held from October 12 to 17 in the Port Vell of Barcelona, where large national and international companies will meet to show the latest in sports and recreational boating. The event will have a total of 180 exhibitors and more than 500 boats, 176 of them in the floating show. In this edition, it is committed to the path towards sustainability and innovation to consolidate the growth of the sector. Therefore, we can find samples… Read more...

The island of Formentera is a true natural paradise located in the Mediterranean Sea. Its transparent waters and its extensive beaches of fine white sand are ideal to disconnect and let yourself go. In the previous post we saw the busiest routes to discover the coast of Formentera, due to the fact that mostly the wind blows from the east. But what do we do when we have a south or west wind? In today’s post we propose an alternative… Read more...

Given the current health crisis caused by COVID-19, the recreational boating sector has been paralyzed after the measures taken to minimize the effects of this crisis. Despite the fact that the beginning of the quarter was consolidated with continuous growth, the effects of the virus on recreational boating have been negative. Until February 2020, registrations in Spain reached 603 registrations, representing an increase of 73 registrations compared to the same period last year. However, first quarter registrations amount to 860… Read more...

Sailing through the Mediterranean Sea and discovering the different coves and beaches of Ibiza and Formentera is an experience that you cannot miss. Knowing the islands from a nautical perspective allows you to discover corners and landscapes that are not accessible by other means. In today’s post we propose routes to discover the west of Formentera:     IBIZA – ESPALMADOR – ILLETES – CALO DES MORO – IBIZA When leaving the port of Ibiza we go to Espalmador where… Read more...

The islands of Ibiza and Formentera are the favorite destination for many during their holidays. And all this is right, since they have beaches rated as the best in the world. This is due to the transparent waters and a unique turquoise color and a fine white sand that make up the different beaches. The reason for these characteristics is the existence of oceanic Posidonia, a marine plant endemic to the Mediterranean Sea, which forms very dense and extensive meadows.… Read more...

On July 31, the concession of the Marina Botafoch Ibiza ended. There were seven companies that submitted to the contest called by the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands (APB) to manage the marina. Finally, the temporary concession was awarded to the Mallorcan company Ocibar, SA, who will be in charge as of August 1 of carrying out the management for a period of two years, extendable for one more, while the bases for the definitive awarding will be prepared.… Read more...

Knowing the islands of Ibiza and Formentera from a nautical perspective is an unforgettable experience, doing so while enjoying a spectacular sunset makes your vacation an even more special and unique memory. The landscapes that the islands give us are wonderful, we also have the most spectacular sunsets in the world. In this post we recommend some places to watch the 5 best sunsets that you can’t miss.   1. Cala de Benirrás It is one of the most special… Read more...

We know that choosing a boat to enjoy a perfect holiday in Ibiza and Formentera is not an easy task. Therefore, we bring you a compilation of the latest news on our website that will not leave anyone indifferent. The boats mentioned below meet the needs of the most demanding customers, providing maximum comfort for your guests. They also offer the possibility of enjoying aquatic dives since some include a Seabob. The boats that do not include Seabob can also… Read more...

The Balearic Islands are positioned among the autonomous communities with the largest share of the nautical market. In the first quarter of 2019 has a total of 181 registrations, assuming an increase in the enrollment of recreational boats of 35% over the same period of 2018. The Balearics get 18.56% of the national market share, compared to 15.71% that obtained the year 2018. Only Andalusia exceeds with a share of 21.14% and growth of 35.5% over the previous year, and… Read more...

Last Friday May 31 we had the pleasure of attending the presentation of the Ibiza Charter Association that was held at 10:00 in the Club Diario de Ibiza. The speakers of the day were Ismael Durán president of the association and Ramón van der Hooft member of the Board of Directors. Luis Gascón, Captain Marítimo de Ibiza and Formentera participated as guest. The Ibiza Charter Association was founded by 10 companies with extensive experience in the nautical sector. The reasons… Read more...

Last Friday, May 17, the professional conference “towards the legislative update of the nautical sector” was held at the Chamber of Commerce of Mallorca. The day was organized by the National Association of Nautical Companies (ANEN) and the General Directorate of the Merchant Navy (DGMM), which brought together different administrations, associations and companies in the nautical sector. Benito Núñez Quintanilla, general director of the Merchant Navy, and Carlos Sanlorenzo, general secretary of ANEN, made a practical analysis of the new… Read more...

From April 27 to May 1, 2019, the 36th edition of the Palma International Boat Show, the most important boat show in the Balearic Islands and one of the most important in Europe took place at the Moll Vell fairgrounds in Palma which brings together all the existing nautical novelties. This year has had the participation of 260 exhibitors (600 boats exposed, 300 boats at sea and more than 100 exposed superyachts) spread over a total area of ​​81,400m2. This… Read more...

  The 2019 season is about to begin, and we are already starting engines. That’s why we bring you a compilation of all the Vanquish yachts that you can find on our website to rent in Ibiza. If there is still someone with doubts about which boat is ideal for a holiday in Ibiza and Formentera, after reading this post you will have it clear: renting a Vanquish is the perfect option to experience magical moments in the Pitiusas Islands.… Read more...

  The next 14 and 15 March will take place a new edition of the Nautical Congress in the Palace of Congresses of Palma, organized by ANEN, which returns with the most current debates on the nautical sector of recreation in Spain: sustainability, innovation, entrepreneurship, growth and internationalization.   Sustainability: this 7th edition will be the most respectful of all with the environment. From the site, the Palacio de Congreso, a sustainable space in itself, conceived and conditioned with environmentally… Read more...

Last January, the 50th Boot Düsseldorf Boat Show took place, the largest water sports fair in Europe and the leader in water sports worldwide. The main European magazines of the nautical sector are in charge of announcing the election to the best European boat of the year. Antonio Yachts was the first Spanish shipyard to obtain this recognition in the sailing and motor category. Antonio Yachts was founded in 2012 and its headquarters are located in the center of Barcelona.… Read more...

The president of the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands, Joan Gual de Torrella, has agreed together with the mayor of Ibiza, Rafa Ruiz, and before the president of the Petita i Mitjana Empresa d’Eivissa i Formentera (Pimeef), Alfonso Rojo, to create a zone reserved for the charter boats of the nautical companies of the island in the port of the city, where the boats of Formentera currently dock. Neither the president of the APB, Gual de Torrella, nor the… Read more...

The representatives of some of the most important online rental companies in the country – Boat Jump, Ibiza Central Charter, Nautal, Top Sailing Charter and Wahiva – met last Wednesday with several members of the General Directorate of Ports and Airports of the Government Balear to address the situation of rental boats operating on the islands without licenses, insurance and relevant records. During this meeting, it was agreed to establish a series of measures, not yet definitive, to prevent the… Read more...

The 2018 season is about to begin, and we are already starting engines. That is why we bring you a compilation of the most rented boats of the last season in case there is still someone with doubts about which boat is ideal for a special holiday in the paradisiacal islands of Ibiza and Formentera. More and more people decide to enjoy the summer in Ibiza, knowing the wonders that the island hides. Not only for its beaches, restaurants, nightclubs, etc… Read more...

Talking about paradises for holidays goes through the Balearic Islands, without a doubt. Ibiza and Formentera are islands with its own souls. paradise beaches, among which are some of the best in the world, unique bays and the perfect place for vacations. A dream place, especially if you visit it from another perspective: the one that offers the sea aboard a boat. The rental of catamaran thus becomes one of the great possibilities for the next vacation, that still far… Read more...

What a popular is the belief that when the summer ends the nautical world retires until the next year, but professionals and lovers of this sector are dissagree with this popular belief. Why? Because from September the  boat shows around the world  begining to taking a place. Photo from Sa Calma Restaurant in Marina Ibiza Port. Do you know what boat show is? The nautical shows are the meeting points where the boat manufacturers, professionals of the sector and fans… Read more...

Rent a boat to spend the holidays is an increasingly common option, which speaks of the good moment that crosses this nautical sector. But for everything to go well and enjoy the most of the rest days, it is advisable to follow these basic tips.   We have already passed the season this year, the months of July and August are the most famous holiday months, and surely many of you have considered renting a boat to spend a few… Read more...

Everyone who visit the Mediterranean sea from the Pitiusas islands (Ibiza and Formentera) fall in love with this paradise. From this moment the sea is part of themselves and the way to enjoy it completely is sailing across of it. Nautical charter in Ibiza and Formentera is the best way to discover its beaches, coves, nature… its magic. Have you decided that is time to relax and enjoy this paradise? Have you searching information in blogs, travel chats? But is… Read more...

To enjoy the fantastic holidays in the Pitiusas islands, one of the best choices is rent a sailboat in Ibiza and Formentera. It is a wonderful way to discover the beauty of these two amazing islands, nothing better than sailing across their beaches on board of an awesome sailboat. You can stop wherever you wish and whenever you want and feel the pleasure to be in the middle of the Mediterranean sea, sunbathing or diving with your friends or family.… Read more...

Have you considered a nautical holidays? The posibility of renting a yacht for your days of rest and enjoying the Balearic Islands, visitings ports, coves and the interior of the islands and experiencing life on board a yacht is a much more affordable option than we can believe, from one day till up to you decide, with skipper or without it, you can do something different with your family, friends or co-workers. Why rent a yacht One of the advantages… Read more...

There are few thing that can be compared to the feeling of freedom, relaxation and fun that you feel on board a yacht in a idylic place as Ibiza. The most famous Spanish island in the world which is visited by thousands of tourist each year because of its beauty, its unique coves, its fantastic climate… Rent a yacht in Ibiza is, without doubt a hit for all types of holidays, as well as to hold special events such as stag parties, birthdays… Read more...

Mora and more people are encouraged to spend holidays in two of the best islands of our country; Ibiza y Formentera. Why? As you probably know we are talking about distinguised places nestled ina unbeatable natural environment. Its numerous beaches and impressive panoramas make it worth visitng these select paradise. Well, we want to invite you to make this getaway a unique and different experience to others. We want to encourage you to put aside the everyday and break the rules… Read more...

Sun and sand are to the Balearics what gin is to tonic: inseparable companions. The arrival of the good weather triggers a buzz among everyone who loves sailing along the coastline of Mediterranean islands. In the Balearics, Ibiza and Formentera are the ideal places to unwind with the family far from the madding crowd, or to discover the most unexpected coastal landscapes along with friends or even to celebrate the coolest party ever while aboard a boat. The best way… Read more...

Discover our catamaran fleet Chartering a catamaran in Ibiza and Formentera for your days off in the wonderful Balearic Islands is the perfect choice for turning your stay here with your family or friends into a luxury-laden holiday, as sailing is one of the most popular and select sports around. Choosing this kind of boat to cruise through the clear blue Mediterranean waters is the ideal option for enjoying a week of charter in Ibiza with all the home comforts,… Read more...

The marine plant Posidonia is endemic to the Mediterranean Sea, occupying 3% of its area this and serving as the habitat for thousands of marine species, as well as oxygenating the waters of the coastline and preventing erosion. As a result, the Posidonia meadows of the Pitiusas (Ibiza, Formentera, Conejera and Espalmador) were in 1999 declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. What’s more, in 2006 a group of scientists mapped out a single Posidoniaplant that was 8 km long… Read more...

Would you like to enjoy a sailing holiday this summer? Charter sailing is a perfect solution to enjoy a holiday in Ibiza or any other island or seaport: you, your friends or partner and the sea. Peace and quiet, but also sunbathing away from prying eyes and guaranteed fun. What is charter sailing? It is chartering boats in Ibiza, for example. Types of boats such as yachts, sailing boats and inflatable boats, as well as catamarans or motorboats, which you… Read more...

Chartering a boat offers many possibilities to learn more about beaches, coves and the sea. Travelling to Ibiza and spending holidays on the Pityusic Island is a fantastic experience for anyone who wants to know the wonders that the island holds. Both the coast and the interior, its beaches, coves, restaurants and many other options arouse the interest of travellers and tourists. And how could it be otherwise, the sea is also one of the strong lures of Ibiza. How… Read more...

About 70% of the planet’s surface is water, so it is no wonder that with such an expanse of water, there are amazing places in which to sail. In addition, as the years have progressed, nautical activities are no longer the exclusive leisure pursuit of the most elite classes. Two reasons that are more than enough to let yourself get carried away and sail in one of the most famous charter areas on the planet. A lot of information and… Read more...