The new, innovative yacht will have an electric motor and will be able to sail in environmentally protected zones, where strict environmental regulations are applied...

The marina has 200 berths and 70 boat places on land. Berths have water and power supply.

Length (LOA): 27.00 m Width: 7.50 m Draught: 2.60 m Berths: 14 Berth in cabins: 14 Ballast: 0 kg Displacement: 0 kg Water tank: 9000 l Fuel tank: 9000 l El.bilge pump: Yes El. windlass: Yes Bowthruster: No

Marina: Mandalina Place: Šibenik Region: North Dalmatia Country: Croatia Built year: 2006 Length (LOA): 22.68 m

The Impression 514 is absolutely in a league of her own. Elan’s prestigious flagship is a commanding fast cruising yacht unlike any other 51-footer in her class.

Marina Kaštela is one of the newest marinas in Croatia, situated on South-East shores of Kaštela bay shielded by Kozjak mountain from the North while Marjan and ?iovo peninsula guard its southern sea approach.

Marina Kornati is located in Biograd n/m, the geographic center of the Croatian Adriatic coast. This modern, full service facility is the gateway to the world famous Kornati Archipelago, with more than 150 islands and 200 rocks.

Two Italian citizen at 7 meter yacht of Italian flags were towed from the position last night about 2 nautical miles northwest of the port of Porec Porec by engine failure.

Marina ACI Dubrovnik is located near Komolac, about 2 NM from the entrance to the port of Gruž and only 6 km from the old city nucleus. The marina has 425 berths all with water and power supply, 140 dry berths, 60t travel lift, gas station (butane bottles available) and workshop.

The Elan Impression 514 is new to the range and the largest sailing yacht to come out of the Elan factory. Prestigious, modern and luxurious the 514 promises blissful cruising and endless enjoyment.

Yacht Charter - price per week (EUR) 28.4. - 16.6. 22.9. - 27.10. 16.6. - 14.7. 1.9. - 22.9. 14.7. - 1.9. 14890 € 16890 € 18890 €

New services in our offer, oneway charter, starting departure options from late June 2012 onward

First of all, thanks to everyone on such really overwhelmingly positive reactions! The movie you\'re about to see is a preview of what we would like to do, in regards of representing Croatia as a destination in a different way.

Charter base Marina: Mandalina Place: Šibenik Region: North Dalmatia Country: Croatia Yacht Charter - price per week (EUR) 1.1. - 9.6. 25.8. - 31.12. 9.6. - 7.7. 7.7. - 25.8. 11990 € 13990 € 15990 € Deposit: 5000 € ( Cash, Visa , Master, American, Diners ) Price includes: Final cleaning, Permits, Towels, Dinghy, Pilots, Charts Obligatory Transitlog 150 € Tourist tax 1 € per person per day

Zlatni Rat (Golden Cape) is a narrow white pebble beach on a promontory near Bol, located 2 km west of Bol harbour, on the southern coast of the island of Bra?, Croatia.

The commander and crew, \"Long Island\", shipping Tankerska plovidba from Zara participated in the rescue of 122 Somali refugees coast of Libya 25th May this year.

Summer is cominh up. take a ook at couple of summerish croatian photos, just for starters...

Sv. Petar lighthouse was built in 1884 on the peninsula of the same name that is placed at the entrance to the town of Makarska, in the vicinity of one of the most beautiful beaches on the Adriatic. The lighthouse is a 20 minute walk from the center of Makarska and is 85 km from Split Airport. An asphalt road leads to the lighthouse.

Yachting in Croatia with crewed charter motor yacht, We are presenting ou unforgetable Sunseeker Manhattan 80 - Daisy D

Guillaume Néry playing at NEMO 33, deepest swimming pool in the world

The struggle to go east to Lisbon continues for the fleet. Abu Dhabi were able to make a break, hooking onto strong westerly winds. For the leaders and the pack behind them, the next 24 hours could be decisive. Meanwhile, we look at the less glamorous side of sailing on Volvo Ocean 70s.

Fishermen from Kastel Kambelovac this week with their trawlers Mira took four large whale in the vicinity of the island, not even a month before that one copy of these large fish taken by the President of the Institute Drasko Holcer Blue World, written 24 hours. The Institute has a base in Veli Losinj and the island of Vis, the only institution in our country who does research on large marine vertebrates.

The Iranian Navy has responded to the first call for help. The ship was attacked by several bandits and armed guards on board returned fire, said marketing director of the company Maersk Line Ltd.. Kevin Speers.

At 255 feet (77.7 meters), Tango makes quite the impression. It’s heightened by an unusual paint job: a combination of metallic grey swaths and blue paint on the superstructure, paired with a white hull. Imagine what that looks like when Tango is cruising at her reported top speed of 21 knots, powered by quadruple (yes, quadruple) MTU diesel engines. Read more: Megayacht News – May 2012 Motoryacht of the Month: Feadship’s Tango http://megayachtnews.com/2012/05/feadship-tango-video/#ixzz1vtUnw8FV

Charter base Marina: Mandalina Place: Šibenik Region: North Dalmatia Country: Croatia, Deposit: 3000 € ( Cash, Visa , Master, American, Diners ) Price includes: Final cleaning, Permits, Towels, Dinghy, Pilots, Charts

With the sound of sirens of ships of participants of the fair, Sunday was officially closed on 4th Adriatic Boat Show in Sibenik. More than satisfied with the participants and organizers of the fair, which this year\'s products and services presented the audience a hundred exhibitors...

Kaiser yachting offers you new service in our vessels fleet booking: ONEWAY CHARTER option, fill in the inquiry and we will be happy to fill you in on all details...

If you want to escape from it all, far from rush of hotel life and the impersonal atmosphere, little island of Bisevo might be the right place for you. Bisevo is an island far into the open sea, southwest of the island of Vis

-In less than one hundred nautical ports on the Adriatic, we now have about 17 000 berths with 14 000 vessels in constant connection, of which 72 percent of them under foreign flag. Said that Goran Beus Richemberg.

History and technology, tradition and innovation, progress and sustainability: Today’s Venice is a story of the old and the new, the ancient and modern. Just like the America’s Cup, the oldest trophy in international sport, that has a new, exciting, modern look.

In attractive surroundings of 60.000 m2 of outdoor area, ABS with its new concept follows changes and trends on international nautical market

Working hours of the show: May 17th - 20th, 2012. Thursday, Saturday, Sunday 11 am – 07 pm Longing 4 Long Friday 11 am – 09 pm

No sailor likes being caught out in tough weather, but the fact is, you need to know how to deal with it when it arrives. Learn the signals that warn of heavy weather that give you the edge of early, decisive action so that when it arrives--you and your boat are prepped and ready!

D-Marin Mandalina Marina is located near the former Navy base built in the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy in 1905, today complex of NCP Shipyard. It is open to its guests since 2005 and provides shelter and becomes a starting point to sail and enjoy the magic Adriatic coast.

If you are in vicinity of Dibrovnik, dont miss lovely town of STON and its Saltpans,Napoleon road, stone walls, Gudnja cave,Oysters farm in mali ston bay...

Adriatic Boat Show 2012 – spring date, new concept, newly built venue! Šibneik Croatia 17 - 20th May 2012

Walk The walls of Old Town,Kayak the Adriatic Sea!,Visit the isle of Lokrum,Seaside Drinks at Buza,Explore Old Town at night...

Charter base Marina: ACI Split Place: Split Region: Central Dalmatia Country: Croatia

Charter base Marina: Mandalina Place: Šibenik Region: North Dalmatia Country: Croatia

The island of Vis is one of the most beautiful Croatian islands with an area of 90 km2. It was inhabited by the time of the Neolithic period. The island is also famous for delicious cuisine and Vugava wine.

The story of the city and the sea, the story of life and death, the story of coming and leaving, to be or not to be, fiction and reality of beautiful Vis and Komiža

Watch this unbeliavable but nonetheless true video of massive tanker driving straight through large docked yacht

Marina: Dalmacija Place: Sukošan Region: North Dalmatia Country: Croatia Built year: 2009 Length (LOA): 16.00 m Length: 13.45 m Mast draught: 20.00 m Width: 4.49 m Berths: 12 Berth in cabins: 10 Showers: 3 WC: 3 Draught: 1.90 m

The city of Hvar is a unique fusion of luxurious Mediterranean nature, rich cultural and historical heritage, and mundane, tourist present. It is situated in picturesque nature, facing the southern, side of the world that has given it all Mediterranean attraction and cheerfulness; facing sea, that gave it splendid and repeatable history, Hvar is an inexhaustible treasury of the scenery, atmosphere and adventure

Maintenance, upkeep and near endless running costs; the many pleasures of owning a superyacht are punctuated by some less than glamorous realities.

There are sea-berths for 220 vessels at the pontoons projecting rom Istra pier, (depth 48m) and 100 dry-berths. Water, electriity and telephone hook-ups.

By different actions, which have been organized for several years in a row by the Croatian media and National Tourist Organization there is no one else but Porec when it comes to taking first place. So many rewards and certificates which no other Croatian tourist city has. This position is achieved through the mutual efforts of hotels and city authorities.

On the magnificent coast of Istria (Croatia), right below the Lim Fjord, is the most romantic place in the Mediterranean! The town of Rovinj is the right destination for all of you seeking a sentimental atmosphere

Like most of the Croatian islands, the Greeks, who gave it the name Korkyra Melaina or \'Black Corfu\' for its dark and densely wooded appearance, first settled Korcula, in the 6th century before Christ, at first next to today\'s Vela Luka.

Visitors were able to see the newest models of yachts, sailing boats, motor yachts, catamarans etc among whose we would like to notify 20 croatian boat producers

D-Marin Mandalina Marina is located near the former Navy base built in the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy in 1905, today complex of NCP Shipyard. It is open to its guests since 2005 and provides shelter and becomes a starting point to sail and enjoy the magic Adriatic coast.

adar gained its urban structure in Roman times; during the time of Julius Caesar and Emperor Augustus, the town was fortified and the city walls with towers and gates were built. On the western side of the town were the forum, the basilica and the temple, while outside the town were the amphitheatre and cemeteries.

Very good communications with the nearby Split and beautiful natural beaches of this part of the Riviera have enabled the development of tourist trade whose traces are to be seen even before the World War II. A number of small fishermen\'s villages along the Riviera have had a long tourist tradition and culture.

BRIJUNI - PARADISE FOR BOATERS! Every year Brijuni is becoming more popular and attractive as a destination for boaters, who spend several days on the island relaxing and enjoying the rich variety of offer.

17 days left before arrival Weather conditions : rainy day, moderate wind from the West. Distance covered during the last 24 hours (from 20 o\'clock till 20 o\'clock): 26 nautical miles (48 km) We woke up with the rain, the wind and freezing cold temperatures… Given the bad weather forecast for this Wednesday, we have to leave Sicily today. We have planned to sail along the Aeolian Islands, we hope to see some volcanic activity from the Stromboli during the night.

Blue seas, white stone and the green interior make up the colour scheme of Istria, the largest peninsula in Croatia. The blueness of its shoreline is contrasted by the lush greenery of its interior and the tiny, “acropolian” towns which, themselves somewhere between waking and sleeping, erase that thin line that divides the real from the illusion. And turn into your very own story.

In its 14th edition, Croatia Boat Show offers a lot of new stuff and among the rest it will contain three fairs in one: CBS, Nauticus Show and Split Auto Show.

South Adriatic - Trogir Channel ACI marina Trogir lies on the northern side of ?iovo Island. Between Trogir bridge and Cape ?ubrijan, facing the town of Trogir.

Queen of Adriatic...Length (LOA): 27.00 m, Water tank: 9000 l, Skipper is not obligatory

Krka National Park (Croatian: Nacionalni park Krka) is one of the Croatian national parks, named after the river Krka that it encloses. It is located along the middle-lower course of the Krka River in central Dalmatia, in Šibenik-Knin county, downstream Miljevci area, and just a few kilometers northeast of the city of Šibenik.

If you are a type of person who is eager for sport events and adrenalin shots, people from the island of Vis, besides rich historical inheritance and exquisite natural beauty, have prepared enough thrill for your vacation to be fulfilled.

The biggest nautical event in the region will present the newest models of yachts and sailing boats, but also the variety of boat equipment and engines, boosting the recovery of the nautical business.

Charter base Marina: Mandalina Place: Šibenik Region: North Dalmatia Country: Croatia

Palagruza lighthouse was built in 1875 on the island of the same name, placed in the middle of the Adriatic sea, between the Italian and Croatian coasts, 68 NM south of Split and 26 NM south of the island of Lastovo.

Marina: Dalmacija Place: Sukošan Region: North Dalmatia Country: Croatia

During the second day of sailing we were witness to some truly exciting moments. Even though only two regattas took place, one in the Open group, and the other one in the ORC, both the Regatta Committee and the teams gave their best and spent the whole day at sea.

Antibes Yacht Show is the only BROKERAGE, CHARTER and REFIT show in spring in the Mediterranean. Over the last 5 years AYS has had exhibitors from 14 different countries and has featured yachts from 15 to 70m. It has reached the position of being a KEY boat show in the yachting industry.

The town of Dubrovnik is no doubt one of the biggest Croatian brand names and is the first place which comes to mind for most foreign tourists. Once a city-state, the well-known Republic of Dubrovnik, along with Venice, was the most important maritime power on the Adriatic.

Rio Boat Show 2012 The time is coming! Largest outdoor boat show in Latin America, Rio Boat Show starts at less than a month 12-18 Aprila 2012

American journalist/producer Ashley Colburn has won an Emmy Award for her documentary \"WOW Croatia\" which was filmed in our beautiful country.

(43°30,8’ N 16°15,2’ E) South Adriatic - Trogir Channel ACI marina Trogir lies on the northern side of ?iovo Island. Between Trogir bridge and Cape ?ubrijan, facing the town of Trogir.

The Glowing Sushi cooking show uses everyday ingredients and some simple kitchen chemistry to explore cutting edge biotechnology. Each episode we show viewers how to easily replicate our experiments in their own home.

Abu Dhabi Ocean Racing re-joined Leg 5 this morning as the other five boats continued to make rapid progress to the south east after surviving tumultuous conditions of the first 30 hours out of Auckland on the way to Itajaí.

Marina: ACI Split Place: Split Region: Central Dalmatia Country: Croatia, Price includes: Transitlog, Permits, Dinghy, Pilots, Charts

Adriatic Boat Show will be held in May for the first time, and will keep this date in future as well. Last year\'s edition was postponed due to logistical reasons and construction works on the new part of Mandalina Marina, therefore the new concept of the show was adjusted to new spring date. With new dates, May 17th to 20th, Adriatic Boat Show has become the last show in season of nautical shows and it introduces us to new nautical season.

In the central part of the Croatian Adriatic, on the meeting point of Šibenik and Zadar islands, a separate and by many a specific group of islands, called Kornati, is situated. Because of its exceptional landscape beauty, interesting geomorphology, diversity of the coastline

Fairline Squadron 74 has both exceptional design and excellent performances. The powerful appearance, spacious accommodation and appealing decks and flybridge, are the guaranty of magnificent cruising.

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ZAGREB, CROATIA – Touristar.TV interviewed Ashley Colburn, the producer and host of an upcoming seven-episode documentary series “Wonders of Croatia”. Ashley Colburn already won the prestigious Emmy Award for “WOW Croatia”, her first documentary about this small South East European country, and in this interview Ashley talks about why she chose to return to make a whole series about Croatia.

We proudly announce that 4th International Boat Show of Šibenik – Adriatic Boat Show will be held from May 17th - 20th 2012 in Mandalina Marina in Šibenik, Croatia organized by NCP – Nautical Center Prgin.

ACI marina Jezera lies in the southern part of Jezera Bay. ACI marina Jezera is protected by a breakwater on the eastern side. ACI marina Jezera is open all year round. The marina has 189 berths and 60 boat places on land. Berths have water and power supply.

Island Bra? - the third largest island in Croatia, as well as the largest island in the region of Dalmatia. Located on island Bra? is the most famous pebble beach in Croatia, called Zlatni Rat (Golden horn beach), in the town of Bol, which is also the most popular tourist destination on island Bra?.

Solo sailor Pip Hare, associate Yachting World, sailed the Mini Transat from Lorient to the Solent I\'m sitting in the TGV train to return to Lorient after a good deal of traveling through Europe in the last couple of days back home rejoicing, and her warm bed.

KORNATSKI OTOCI (Kornati Islands), the largest and densest archipelago in the Adriatic Sea; consists of 147 islands, islets and reefs comprising an area of 69 sq km, scattered at an area of 234 sq km. They stretch in the length of about 35 km and the width of 13 km, between the island of Dugi Otok

45 days of the fastest sailing in the world. Around the planet on Banque Populaire V in 45 days, distilled into 3 minutes!

This year\'s 21st edition of the biggest Croatian Boat Show is behind us. This year the festival Zagreb vessels and related equipment was held on 22 to 26 February, and what it looked like in our first year\'s boat show, see the photo gallery.

A Lantic entertainment system gives the yacht owner the freedom to combine the power and capacity of a central media storage and processing system with the screens, hi-fi components and consoles that match his own personal requirements. A Lantic entertainment system gives the yacht owner the freedom to combine the power and capacity of a central media storage and processing system with the screens, hi-fi components and consoles that match his own personal requirements. A Lantic entertainment system gives the yacht owner the freedom to combine the power and capacity of a central media storage and processing system with the screens, hi-fi components and consoles that match his own personal requirements.

Despite the hype, Croatia’s pleasures are more timeless than trendy. Along its 1778km coastline, a glistening sea winds around rocky coves, lapping at pine-fringed beaches. Istrian ports bustle with fishermen while children dive into the sparkling water. In Dalmatia, cities throb with nightlife amid ancient Roman ruins.

Despite the hype, Croatia’s pleasures are more timeless than trendy. Along its 1778km coastline, a glistening sea winds around rocky coves, lapping at pine-fringed beaches. Istrian ports bustle with fishermen while children dive into the sparkling water. In Dalmatia, cities throb with nightlife amid ancient Roman ruins.

After a comprehensive record of our land platneta, Google has decided to dive into the underwater world. The first site under the sea which users will have the opportunity to visit the Internet will be the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.

For this week’s agenda • The Tour – half way • Primocup in the cold • Crazy 18 footers • Collaboration in Auckland • Miss fire for the Volvo • The carribean 600

all types of vessels - yachts, speedboats, sailing boats, dinghies… marine engines and outboard motors sails, masts and boat equipment equipment for aquatics sports marinas, equipment for marinas equipment for diving, skin-diving and spear-fishing clothing and footwear for boaters nautical tourism charter services, sailing and diving schools

Presenting top notch catamaran NAUTITECH 47 - JULIJE CEZAR, 14.5 meters long with 12 berths, 4 cabins, showers and toilets, an perfect companion for long cruises along Croatian islands coats 4 cabins

Difficult times for motor yachts Elan Obrovac seems no end, writes Zadar list. Angered workers this time seems to have had enough and began to collect documents and information to start bankruptcy proceedings. Spilled over the cup of patience for Christmas events that are conducted by professionals in the hall preparing ships for trade fairs in Düsseldorf and Slovenia. The story is repeated for the new year to complete in time for the ships of the boat show.

Of the new generation 40 footers, the Farr 400 is something of a surprise. The boat looks very different to its successful but now 16 year old predecessor, the Farr 40. As well as aiming to be a successful round the cans one design, the Farr 400 seems likely to have some potential offshore (something few Farr 40s achieved) but one of the most significant features of her design is that the boat can both be trailed and squeezed into a standard 40ft container for relatively inexpensive shipping

Mooring: The marina has 900 sea berths and 500 dry storage berths. AlI berths have water and power supply. Perfect for charters, catamarans, and sailing boats.

Ah the Pacific coast of Central America and Mexico. The many resort destinations conjure up images of surf, sun, sand, and warm temperatures, just the right remedy for those looking to escape winter’s icy grip in more northern climates.

With a population of about 10,000 and lying about 9 miles (14km) west of Rijeka, Opatija is the grand dame of Croatian tourism. It was the most fashionable seaside resort during the Austro-Hungarian Empire and many fine hotels, residences and houses were built there during that period.

Clipper 2011-12 Round the World Yacht Race fleet are on day nine of race eight, from Singapore to Qingdao. The ten-strong fleet of ocean racing yachts have had a mixed 24 hours sailing as they continue to spar against the unpredictable monsoon weather in the South China Sea.

Delphia 800 Escape Escape is a continuation of the series started with the two previous models - 1050 and Delphia Delphia Escape Escape 1350th These boats would be able to become a hit on the Croatian market because of its many good features, and the most attractive will be a very acceptable price (taking into account the sensational price of the previous two models).

Mainsail\'s Shirley Robertson becomes the first woman to take part in a Dhow race in the UAE.

Twenty one miles long and 12 miles wide, Grenada lies just north of Trinidad and Tobago. The island declared independence from Great Britain in 1974, and today, much of its culture reflects the African roots of the black majority. Grenada is more commonly known as the \"Spice Island\" and is a major exporter of cinnamon and nutmeg.

Check out this site with videoclips and live streams od race sailing etapes from 100 days ago up until today

Crewed charter and superb motoryacht for crusing pleasures on Croatian island is available...Clik the link and check specifications and prices

In Dusseldorf, apart from award winning sailing the event od European powerboat of the year 2012 has been held. Winners: Four Winns S215,Cranchi 30 Endurance,Nimbus 365 Coupé,Jeanneau 500 Prestige Fly

Catch the latest news from the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-12 as the fleet close in on Sanya and head up the Vietnamese coast. Expect more like this to be uploaded to the Official Volvo Ocean Race YouTube Channel in the future. Get all the latest updates on www.VolvoOceanRace.com

Classifications = Moped. Driver Lic Only ( Governed 28 - 35 mph, region specfic ) User Ergonomics = 90lbs - 300lbs. 1 person occupant. 5ft - 6.5ft sized Vehicle Footprint = 1 meter x -in x 36in Vehicle Weight = 120 lbs Wheels and Tires = Standard 10 inch with extra low profile oem tires

When the light winds we strive to achieve a solid rate, the more wind you have to navigate more quickly. Therefore you must avoid dirty wind from the other ships. Here is an interesting way to think about to wind shadows: Spaces are as dirty wind of silence after windy days.

At an impressive 42 feet, it is the largest Faurby yet built. The Faurby 424 is everything the discerning sailor could ask for in terms of speed, elegance and style combined with new standards in comfort. It is specially designed for long voyages, with facilities that include a separate shower facility. This is the boat for sailing enthusiasts who enjoy their privacy when they are in harbour

Nominated in the category Performance / Cruiser, European Yacht of the Year 2009 / 2010, the Arcona 340 is a yacht where the enjoyment of sailing is paramount. The Arcona 340 matches the quality and ambience of Arcona\'s other performance yachts. It offers you a forecabin with plenty of room; a spacious toilet with shower; elegant saloon with transverse galley and smoothly rounded chart table. One aft cabin with a larg double bed, pleanty of lockers and shelves.

INTER-YACHT-WEST\'s latest trailer boat in centerboard version, the FAN 23 Balt, is particularly suited for cruising in near-coastal waters and inland waterways (category C). Due to the variable draft and fixed ballast ratio, the FAN 23 Balt can be sailed in all waters, though.

Italy-based Absolute is celebrating the German debut of the 53\' STY. The yacht is similar to the well-known sister model 53\' Fly, but without flybridge, with saloon and helm position in open style on the main deck and three cabins on the deck below. The Absolute 53 STY is a powerful boat but functional and elegant at the same. It is perfect for those who want to enjoy a comfortable and bold cruising sailing the seas with the energy of a sports car.

Each year Europe’s best in the boating industry are rewarded with the \\

original Sunseeker Superhawk 34 used in opening sequence of The World is Not Enough is up for sale. The 1998-built boat was pursued by the MI-6 agent in his Q-boat down the Thames from Vauxhall in a typical high speed Bond chase. ?However, the chase ended with the Sunseeker smashing into the river bank outside the Millenium Dome in a huge explosion.

66 islands, 652 islets, 389 rocks and 78 reefs are more than a thousand reasons to fulfil anyone’s nautical dreams. The ideally laid out islands, that are separated by no more than 10 nautical miles and about 1500 bays and ports, makes the Croatian Adriatic equally as ideal for sailing under full sail as it is for cruising on motor boats. 56 modern marinas with around 16,000 wet berths and 5,500 dry berths are available all year round. In the majority of these marinas it is possible to hire a yacht and organise professional sailing courses.

The world\\\'s oldest commissioned warship is to undergo a £16 million ($25m) revamp, in what British defense authorities hope will restore the iconic battleship that is so central to Britain\\\'s legacy as a maritime power.

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Here are some key figures of the leisure marine industry in Europe: Approximately 37,200 businesses in the whole boating industry Over 234,000 direct employees Nearly 20 billion EUR of turnover (23.4 billion EUR before the crisis 2008-2009) Approximately 3,000 yards in the boatbuilding segment, employing over 46,000 people

The Associated Press has reported that 16-year-old Laura Dekker has just finished sailing around the world in her own sailboat the “Guppy”. The trip has taken Dekker one year to complete. Dekker stopped at various ports along the route to sleep, study and make repairs to her boat. She arrived home to St. Maarten on Saturday.

The 21st edition of the largest business boat show in the region will present world producers of boats, yachts, sailing boats, speedboats, scooters, kayaks, dinghies, marine engines and outboard motors, clothing and footwear, equipment and accessories for diving, fishing, sailing and other water sports.

Drawing to a close yesterday, the 2012 Tullett Prebon London Boat Show has started the Olympic year successfully for the leisure marine industry with strong, positive feedback from both visitors and exhibitors. A total of 134,753 visited ExCeL London across the 10 days to enjoy five Shows in one*, with 102,841 enjoying a specific trip to the Boat Show.

This is Gina sailing in the Grand Barra desert in Africa. She did wipe out once because they can go pretty quickly, and if there\\\'s a strong wind gust, it doesn\\\'t take much for the wind to pick up one side of the yacht. Lots of fun!

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Piana is the most expensive ship ever built in Croatian slipways, worth more than a billion kuna. In Brodosplit they proudly point out that it was built without government subsidiesand losses and that the handover of the country returned around billion advance guarantees that were issued for construction.

You might not believe me on this, but it's true - and it's the most bizarre sailor rescue

The Germans, Austrians or Czech and Hungarians must travel south to reach it; the French must travel towards the east, the Italians northeast or north and the Greeks depending on where they’re coming from, from the northwest. The Adriatic aquatorium has cut deep inland, while its eastern coast is adorned with 1185 islands, islets, reefs and rocks. Owing to its extensive indentedness the Croatian coast is 5951 Kilometres long.

Directors of tourist board Croatia are pleased to announce the arrival of the upcoming holidays, and Adriatic guests coming from neighboring countries - Italy, Austria, Slovenia and Germany. Recently at a meeting of the Association of CroatianTravel

Naval Sailing Association. Convinced of its potential, Steiner enlisted the help of brewery boss Colonel Bill Whitbread. As legend has it, the pair met in a smokey Portsmouth pub to flesh out the fine details, announcing soon after that the first ever Whitbread Race would take place in 1973.

Sailing World has revealed the winners of the magazine´s 2012 Boat of the Year, with the Bennett Yachting Technologies VX One receiving the honors for Best One-Design Sportboat and Boat of the Year.

Hvar, the island in Adriatic Sea, is the longest and the sunniest Croatian island and one of the most beautiful islands in the world. It is a part of the central Dalmatian archipelago with the area of 299.6 sq km (length 68.2 km, width up to 10.5 km) and population of 10,648 inhabitants (2011). Hvar Island is administratively part of the Split-Dalmatia county in Dalmatia, Croatia.

Whether you are a beginner who needs a few hours of instruction with theskipper, or whether you are a professional sailing or perhaps someone looking for a luxury yacht with a crew - the simplicity of our search engine offers charterallows you to find a boat that meets your needs.

The Ferretti Group, parent company of CRN, Ferretti Custom Line, and more, may soon be owned by Shandong Heavy Industry Group Co., a manufacturer of construction and agricultural machinery. This, according to two financial-news sources.

Thanks to the recently conducted, unusual contest, Rab found the oldest olive tree on their island. This is 8 meter high, knotty beauty planted, the experts calculate, all the way back from 772 nd year. Thus, the oldest-old olive Rab is a whopping 1239 years old

Sail …. the immense seas and oceans Discover….the mysterious depths and richness of the submarine world Live…..your life to the full, be healthy, active and positive

As the fleet racing draws to a close at the Perth 2011 ISAF Sailing World Championships, 45 nations have qualified their country to compete at the London 2012 Olympic Sailing Competition. On the penultimate day of racing at Perth 2011 the final Laser spots and the Men\\\'s RS:X and Women\\\'s 470 places were taken ahead of tomorrow\\\'s live Medal Races.

The British royal family has a long history with the sea. Queen Elizabeth II\\\'s much beloved Royal Yacht Britannia carried members of the monarchy on almost 1000 official voyages over 44 years, from her launch in 1953 to her decommissioning in 1997.

Adex Motivo 29 is the boat from the Boat - Builder Adex Nautica, a company located in Zadar, Croatia and the boat is designed according to the project of the named company and MC design company from Italy. Stern platform which is about 80 cm wide, wide side passages, big cockpit and great layout inside the boat, makes Adex Motivo 29 perfect combination of sport\\\'s fisherman and comfort family cruiser.

the best way to start the season! If you’re into boating & watersports or just getting started you won’t want to miss this Show. With over 1000 boats like powerboats and yachts and around 500 exhibitors you’ll find no other day out like it.

City of Hvar is located in the pitoresque, and sunny natural enviroment in the southern part of the island. Today, city of Hvar is an ideal choice for all nature- and sea-lovers from all around the world.

Russell Coutts is one of the best sailing men in current top world competitions. He adores Croatia and its coast and is frequent guest. This interview was done in October 2011 in city of Rovinj.

The regatta will be governed by the rules as defined in The Racing Rules of Sailing. The starting line will be between staffs displaying orange flag on the RC boats. marks.

All images used in this video were taken by the astronauts of Expedition 29 (Commander Mike Fossum, Flight Engineer Dan Burbank, Flight Engineers Satoshi Furukawa, Sergei Volkov, Anatoly Ivanishin and Anton Shkaplerov) aboard the International Space Station. ISS altitude is about 350 kilometers above Earth surface.

Classic Yacht Sailing in 1930s with Alfred Mylne

and 8500 more on land, Croatia Adriatic is the pearl for sailing whether you are beginner or professional sailer

sailing books from highly respected nautical publisher, Below is a selection of the most popular sailing books from this highly respected nautical publisher. Visit www.paracay.com to view their entire catalog.

As the crews look forward to Abu Dhabi in the New Year, in this 26 minute special we look back at the Volvo Ocean Race in 2011. Parental advisory - contains scenes of dental surgery.

The Official Home of the Volvo Ocean Race on YouTube for international viewers.

At least three people were killed when a cruise ship ran aground near the Italian island of Giglio on Friday night, the local civil protection agency said Saturday. The Costa Concordia, owned by Genoa-based Costa Cruises, ran aground on a sand bank off the island, located off of Italy\\\\\\\'s western coast, ANSA reported.

I am attempting to journey from London to London via the world, using just a rowing boat, a bike and a kayak. I write from Japan -- where I am eight months and 11000 miles in to this 2.5 year expedition, having cycled and kayaked all the way here.

35thth International New Year Regatta and Laser Europa Cup 2011 were planned to finish with prize giving (ILCA cubes) to best Laser sailors in year 2011. Unfortunalety ILCA had some problems with calculation of final results, so ceremony was first postponed and then canceled (new date and location will be published by ILCA)

According to the Huffington Post, an analysis of more than 200 million status and comments on Facebook, made ??the list of ten tourist destinations to visit in 2012. year. It is recommended to visit Luang Prabang in Laos, Granada, Spain, Penticton, Canada, Charleston, South Carolina, Cartagena, Colombia, Portland, Oregon, Estonian Tallinn, Copacabana, Bolivia and Hoi An in Vietnam.

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The \\\'Sovereign\\\' is designed to be fit for a king Cruising a luxurious superyacht with your own custom-built limousine onboard, ready for offshore jaunts, sounds like an experience fit only for royalty. Likewise, lounging in your very own salon designed by one of the biggest fashion houses in the world could perhaps come with a lifestyle limited to supermodels.

finish of Leg 2 of the Global Ocean Race in Wellington, New Zealand...

In Spring 2004, the seed of an idea a little crazy germinates in the mind of Raphael Domjan. He is 39 years old and Swiss. He was trained as an electronics engineer but he is also ambulance man, jet and glider pilot, and mountain guide. In love with Nature, he is a Jack of all trades and a fervent defender of clean energy.

Visitors & exhibitors were inspired by the 2012 Show which really delivered the WoW factor. 2013 will build on this momentum and the kudos of an Olympic year when all eyes will be on the capital. The Tullett Prebon London Boat Show is a vital event in the international marine calendar welcoming more exhibitors, launches and products and ensuring a spectacular experience.

future of Italy\'s biggest boatbuilder has been secured with the sale of Ferretti Group to China\'s state-owned Shandong Heavy Industry Group-Weichai Group. The Chinese company, a maker of construction and agricultural machinery, will take a 75% stake in the Italian manufacturer, parent to brands such as Ferretti, Riva, Pershing and Mochi, for €178 million.

daily from 10 am to 6 pm, 21-29.1.2012, Messe Düsseldorf GmbH Messeplatz 40474 Düsseldorf Postanschrift: Postfach 10 10 06 40001 Düsseldorf

A superyacht owner is sailing through the beautiful Pacific waters of Fiji and has a craving for courgettes. What is he to do? Arrange for a refrigerated box of the vegetable to be flown over by private jet and sent to him on his yacht, of course.