The gradual introduction of EES throughout the Schengen area spells potential problems for yacht crew, with a risk of overstaying alerts.
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MARCOPOLOOZA! ESTELA’s End of Season Party 2025: videos and photos
Join us for the End of Season Party 2025!
End of ‘embassy shopping’: US restricts where yacht crew can apply for a B1/B2 visa
The United States Department of State has implemented significant changes to non-immigrant visa application procedures that will particularly impact yacht crew seeking B1/B2 visitor visas. Effective immediately, applicants can no longer choose their preferred embassy...
New Marine Reserve Established Off Southwest Mallorca
Click image for interactive map Speed restrictions and diving regulations introduced around El Toro, Malgrats and El Sec islands The Balearic government has established a new marine reserve encompassing the waters around El Toro, Malgrats and El Sec islands off the...
Steering to Green: Practical sustainability solutions for superyachts
Leading industry experts gathered at Palma's Port Centre to discuss the evolving landscape of yacht exploration, from Arctic ice fields to technological frontiersItalian Yachtmasters Association demonstrates that meaningful environmental improvements don't require...
Mapped: Barcelona Restaurants, Attractions & Points of Interest
For visitors to Barcelona during the America’s Cup or wintering there — or along the coast in Pendennis Vilanova — we have mapped ESTELA’s recommended restaurants and places of interest. Also included is the popular coastal resort, Sitges, with its sandy beaches, attractive architecture, cultural events and vibrant nightlife.
Here, you will find everything from Michelin-listed dining rooms, to informal tucked away haunts that only the locals know. Of course, your best course of action is to get in touch with our colleagues in Barcelona and Vilanova, who will point you in the right direction.
The countdown to ESTELA’s End of Season Party is ON!
ESTELA's END OF SEASON PARTY! Mark your diary now, the date is *Friday 4th October*, the place is *DiQue, Port Adriano* And the fancy dress theme is... Poseidon’s Underwater Kingdom In keeping with the Greek theme of this year’s edition of ‘The Y Yachting...
“Stand and deliver!” Declare your cash on board!
Further to last month’s notice about customs inspections in Palma, one of our clients reports being stopped recently and inspected by French customs officials upon arrival from another EU country. Of course, the requirement for cash and goods declarations for...
Cruising the Balearics this weekend? Don’t miss the Sant Joan celebrations!
Following the summer solstice each June, parts of Spain celebrate Saint John the Baptist, or Sant Joan, in Catalan The regional holiday in the Balearics falls on Monday 24th June, but the celebrations kick off the night before, with the ‘Nit de Foc’ (night of fire)...
Customs step up inspections on yacht arrivals in Palma
Following the recent boarding by Customs and Excise officials of a sailing yacht arriving in Palma, we want to remind you of applicable limits of cash, alcohol, tobacco, and other goods.
Customs officers escorted and boarded the yacht upon arrival, and carried out an intensive search lasting three hours. ESTELA attended the situation, to mediate and diffuse a tense situation.