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The Y Yachting Itineraries 2024/25 is out!
Promo reel introducing the 2024/25 edition of The Y Yachting Itineraries by ESTELA. The stars of the guide act out the story of Homer’s Ulysses and Odysseus’ epic ten year journey home from the Trojan war.
How to attract more superyachts to YOUR location (!)
. . Destination Marketing to Superyachts . . . Promoting a shipyard, marina or destination to superyachts is hard. We know, because it’s part of what we do. The problem? Superyachts usually circulate around the same places each season. Charter yachts stick to...
Port Authority of the Balearic Islands and ESTELA Superyacht Agency present ‘Thalassophilia!’ 2025
Port Authority of the Balearic Islands and ESTELA Shipping Superyacht Agency collaborated to present an inaugural series of seminars and presentations over three days, celebrating all aspects of the sea and nautical activity.
Spain simplifies temporary importation rules for non-EU vessels
The Spanish Customs Authority has announced significant changes to the temporary importation regulations for non-EU flagged vessels, representing a major administrative simplification for yacht owners and operators.Under the new interpretation of customs regulations,...
You’re invited to Rooftop Sunset Cocktails at Thalassophilia!
As part of the 'Thalassophilia!' event, co-hosted with the Port Authority of the Balearic Islands, ESTELA invites you to a Sunset Cocktail on Wednesday 30th April and Thursday 1st May, held on the 4th floor roof terrace of the Port Centre, with stunning panoramic...
Port Authority of the Balearic Islands and ESTELA Shipping Superyacht Agency present ‘Thalassophilia!’ a nautical event
Thalassophilia! a Nautical Event 30th April - 2nd May Port Authority of the Balearic Islands and ESTELA Shipping Superyacht Agency are collaborating to present a series of seminars and presentations over three days, celebrating all aspects of the sea and nautical...
ESTELA Captains’ Dinner at the Museum, Friday 2nd May 2025
For details or enquiries, contact dinner2025@estelayachting.com
Introducing ESTELA’s yacht crew recruitment WhatsApp channels
While ESTELA is not a crew recruitment agency, we do occasionally post jobs on behalf of clients. We also re-post jobs from other forums, because we know you don’t have time to monitor the internet 24/7.These WhatsApp channels are ‘broadcast only’, so here there will...
Planning your 2025 Mediterranean itinerary? Here are 99 reasons why Mallorca should be top of your list
1. Palma’s six marinas offer berthing options right in the city 2. 31 Blue Flag beaches and 14 Blue Flag marinas 3. A whopping 300 days of sunshine per year 4. World-class yards and support, to fix any in-season snags 5. Port Adriano, an ultra-modern haven for even...
Podcast: ESTELA Yacht Crew Recruitment Seminar 2024
Sponsored by: Recording of panel discussion hosted by ESTELA Superyacht Agency at the Palma Boat Show in April, 2024. Guest moderated by Erica Lay, of El Crew Co in Mallorca, the panellists are: Captain Carsten FranikCaptain Will KayeChristophe Bourillion, The...
Sell to people on superyachts?
Most publications don’t make it past the ‘no boarding’ sign. ESTELA, however, connects with yacht captains, managers, crew and owners every day. We support yachts during their charters, boss trips and yard periods. Our services range from port formalities, bunkering...
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.