Boater Weekly #1
Yachting in Hong Kong & Croatia, a Price Drop for an Azimut Grande, a Motivated Seller of a Cuneo Marine and Weekly Highlights from the Boater Team
Welcome to the latest edition of Boater Weekly, the definitive publication for current and future boat owners! Boater Weekly is published by a global crew of boat enthusiasts who also happen to be data scientists. We use data and analytics to curate the best opportunities, the most popular destinations and the most important terms from across the web for our subscribers. Let’s get to it!
“It is not that life ashore is distasteful to me. But, life at sea is better.”
- Sir Francis Drake
Let’s start with a few key terms that all of our Boaters should know!
Boater Terms
The bow is the front of a boat. The bow is opposite of the stern, which is the back of a boat. Port is the left side of a boat, while starboard is the right side of a boat.
Weekly Highlights
Motivated Seller: 2011 Custom Cuneo Marine 116
Keywords: “VERY MOTIVATED.”
Asking Price: $4,416,514
Location: Portugal
Broker: Caribbean Multihulls
Motivated Seller: 1989 Alan Pape David Walker 60
Keywords: “MOTIVATED SELLER.”
Asking Price: €395,000
Location: France
Broker: Next Yachting
Boater’s team identified a price drop in a 2013 Azimut Grande in Hong Kong. Let’s start with some boating knowledge on Hong Kong, before diving in on the details!
Hong Kong
Coordinates: 22.3193°N, 114.1694°E
Body of Water: South China Sea
Largest Marina: Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club Middle Island Marina
Victoria Harbor is one of the most iconic destinations for Boaters, with towering skyscrapers rising up on both sides of it. Lamma Island is a peaceful and picturesque destination for Boaters, and is home to several small villages and beaches, as well as hiking trails that offer beautiful views of the surrounding area.
Sai Kung East Country Park
Sai Kung is home to a number of islands popular with Boaters, including Sharp Island and Double Island. The New Territories are home to a number of Boater destinations, including Tung Lung Chau Island, which is home to a number of ancient rock carvings, and Plover Cove, a popular spot for fishing and water sports.
Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club on Kellett Island, Causeway Bay
Price Drop in Hong Kong
Vessel: 2013 Azimut Grande 120SL
Price Drop: -$1,882,000 (-25%)
New Asking Price: $5,768,000
Broker: Asia Yachting
Boater’s team identified a price drop in a 2012 Van de Stadt in Croatia. Let’s start with some boating knowledge about Croatia, before exploring this beautiful sailboat!
Croatia
Coordinates: 42.6507°N, 18.0944°E
Body of Water: Adriatic Sea
Largest Marina: ACI Marina Dubrovnik
Croatia is a popular yachting destination thanks to its beautiful coastlines and the many islands that dot the Adriatic Sea. Dubrovnik, located in the southern part of the country, is a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its stunning medieval architecture and beautiful beaches. Split, located in the central part of the country, is the second largest city in Croatia and is a popular starting point for yachting trips.
Hvar, an island off the Croatian coast, is known for its clear waters and vibrant nightlife. Korčula is an island known for its medieval architecture and beaches. Rovinj, on the western coast of Croatia, is a picturesque town known for its beaches and charming old town. There are many other yachting destinations in Croatia, including Vis Island, Brač Island and the Elaphiti Islands.
Town of Komiža, Vis Island
Price Drop in Croatia
Vessel: 2012 Van de Stadt 46
Price Drop: -€40,000 (-12%)
New Asking Price: €290,000
Broker: Bach Yachting
Stay tuned for some of the steepest price drops and most motivated sellers of some of our favorite boats in next week’s edition of Boater Weekly! Subscribe below.