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STP Shipyard Palma to debut Europe’s largest travelift in September
STP Shipyard Palma to debut Europe’s largest travelift in September STP announces arrival of brand new 1000-ton travelift. Travelift components will be received from july onwards, and assembly will be completed by september. After working hard on its design for over a year, this new travelift will adapt perfectly to the industry’s new needs, significantly enhancing certain technological...
YACHT VIRTUAL ITINERARIES – FROM GIBRALTAR TO SEVILLE
We are getting more and more requests for virtual yacht itineraries and agency support. Please enjoy this amazing journey from Gibraltar to Seville. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBmWmJ9ZlQE&feature=youtu.be Remember to use our Yachting Handbook 'The Y' for more details, tips and indispensable information. Our services include: For Captains • Fuel and lube oil • Immigration arrival...
YACHT VIRTUAL ITINERARY – FROM BALEARICS TO ARGENTARIO
Another example of an itinerary for the coming season. Balearics, Côte d'azur, Tuscany, Elba island, Corsica. An amazing 2 week journey through the fabulous hills and the ancient cities of Tuscany. We can create your personalized itinerary for wherever you wish to travel, We will also assist you with all your needs, bookings, transfers, excursions, fueling. Let us take care...
Superyacht Poker Tournament June 2018
After the success of last year’s poker tournament at the Casino de Mallorca we have decided to do it all again! We will hold our first tournament on June 15th from 7pm onwards, Sponsored by our friends at Bluewater, the buy in will be 60 + 15 there will be finger food and wine on arrival, places are limited so make sure you book early to avoid disappointment. You can get your tickets from our...
‘The Y’ Yachting Handbook 2018 Edition
Dear Friends, It is with great pleasure that we present the new 2018/19 edition of Estela’s ‘The Y’ Yachting Handbook. Having launched the handbook at this year’s MYBA and Palma Superyacht Show, we have been overwhelmed with everyone’s positive feedback. This year, we added many more destinations, along with updated regulations, places of interest and things to do, itineraries and important...
THE BRIDGE BETWEEN PALMA & ANTIGUA
After the great success in 2017 we will be producing the new "The Y" Yachting Handbook 2018 Edition. We will be introducing a Chapter solely on Antigua, having just come back from what was an amazing boat show we feel that it is essential for this chapter to be included. We will expand our itineraries in this region as well as information and services that you would need whilst in the Caribbean....
Alarming amount of crew members are not signing on and off yachts correctly in Palma
We have noticed over the past month when the season is coming to a close or yachts are preparing to leave for the Caribbean many non EU crew members are not realising that they have not correctly signed on or off their Yacht. What does this mean? When you fly into a EU country on arrival you must go with a cosignatory to Immigration and have your passport stamped so you can embark on the yacht,...
Leaving Spanish Waters: What do you need?
Do you have cash on board, including that of crew and guest that exceeds 10.000€? As of this year all yachts that are coming from outside Spanish waters, on entry must declare all cash on board including that of crew and guests if it exceeds 10.000 euros. It is a simple process you would just need to send the exact amount that is on board and we can process the paperwork before you arrive....
Thank You!!!
We are more than thankful to all the friends that attended our 60's themed End Of Season Party 2017. We hope you enjoyed the experience! Looking forward to meeting you again next time. Best Regards, Estela Superyacht Team Photo Album
Are you sure all your paperwork is in order for departure?
Are you heading home after the season? Are you a NON-European passport holder? Is your visa still in date? Do you require a stamp? If you have any queries concerning your eligibility to fly home without incurring any problems when leaving Spain or reentering, give us a quick call or message and we can advise you on any issues you may have. Let us make sure you get away without any glitches,...
The formation of the SuperYacht Aid Coalition
Each one of us realizes the tremendous destruction and the massive and long recovery road ahead. Most of us have strong connections to the people of the Caribbean and feel a duty to act and contribute. The formation of the SuperYacht Aid Coalition made up of the industry association leaders underscores the urgent need for us ALL to get involved, in a unified way and to make sure the...
FUNDRAISING AT OUR NEXT 2 EVENTS
After the disaster of hurricane Irma in the Caribbean, we have decided to take advantage of our next two events and raise money for YachtAid Global. One is the SUPERYACHT POKER TOURNAMENT on the Friday 29th September 19.30pm at the Casino de Mallorca, in Porto Pi and the second is the END OF SEASON PARTY on Friday 6th October at Crew Bar Port Adriano. All moneys raised will go directly to them....
END OF SEASON PARTY 2017
Dont miss out on our end of season Party for 2017!! We would like to invite you to our 60's themed party being held at Crew Bar in Port Adriano on Friday 6th October from 19.00pm onwards.Like every year we would like to thank you for working with us Live music, drink, food, and dancing till the early hours of the morning. Music by: Glasford & The Providence Event promoted in collaboration...
Superyachts Poker Tournament 2017
We will be having our first ever superyachts poker tournament on Friday 29th September. Make sure you book your place with the chance to win a great cash prize, and best of all be named champion on the yachts!! On arrival all guests will receive drinks, canapes and light entertainment , for those that have never played before a demo table will be set up so you can practice or just have a little...
HUGE IMPACT ON SUPERYACHT BEHAVIOR!
There has been a huge impact on Superyacht behavior thanks to the Yachting Handbook, First published for the 2017, this Handbook has changed the behavior and routes of yachts that are sailing the Balearics. The handbook gives captains more information about rules and legislation than ever before. The posidonia page link is informing captains about anchorage possibilities and warning them on...
Fishing and Spare Fishing License
If you are wanting to experience fishing in Balearic waters you will need to apply for a license. In order to do so we would need registry of the vessel and a photocopy of the passport of the owner of the vessel. If you require a spear fishing license it is obligatory to have a medical certificate stating that they can do this activity and a copy of their passport. If there is any...
TAKE YOUR SIM CARD FREE IN OUR OFFICE!
NEED A SIM CARD? CANNOT GET INTERNET? Make sure you come and see us!! We are a point of point of distribuition and top up for Lebara sim cards, we give the sim card FREE of charge to all crew members. Make sure you come to the office, just opposite Marina Club de Mar at Estela Shipping, Avd Gabriel Roca, no 37 Local C, 07014 Palma.
IS YOUR YACHT REALLY SAFE? 7 CRITICAL QUESTIONS
THE Y / YACHTING HANDBOOK – YACHT CHAPTER PAG. 174 If we have a look to the actual situation in our industry and all the injuries and accidents, unfortunately on many occasions fatal, we can see where the Achilles heel is. If you are in the sea, you must be aware that possible emergencies may arise. There are a few questions that you must know the right answer to in order to set a basic...
One Week Itinerary
Give your clients experiences that they will never forget. PAG 96 – THE Y / YACHTING HANDBOOK – OWNERS & GUESTS CHAPTER This itinerary is one of the many itineraries that we customize for each client depending on their wants and needs. Day 1 When coming into Mallorca your first point of call would be the newly upgraded Port Adriano. This exquisite port has been completely reformed. Famous...
What are Captains obliged to do on Arrival and Departure into Mallorca Marinas?
Interview with Inspector Luis Porto and Subinspector Juan A.Lemos of the foreign control. Pag 28 - The Y / Yachting Handbook - Captains Chapter All recreational embarkations that come to Palma, the Captain being the person responsible for the embarkation has certain obligations that he must comply with at the maritime port authorities; these are not only for Mallorca but Spain the EU and...
“The Y”: The First Yachting Handbook!
Launching at the 2017 Superyacht show the first yachting handbook. Estela Superyacht Agency is very excited to announce that we are ready to launch The Y Handbook, We have spent the winter compiling a guide that will make the trip to Mallorca that much easier for Captains, Crew and Owners. This handy guide is filled with information on what to do, where to go, as well as important...
Make sure you have your Estela Invitation so you can join us!
It’s that time of year again when we are getting ready for one of the biggest Yachting events Mallorca has to offer. Make sure you come and visit us at out stand nº 33, we have some great surprises in store and exciting programme for the whole show. With live entertainment, food and drinks it is going to be an event to remember. Make sure you have your Estela Invitation so you can join us. We...
Enjoy Tour Day Off!
Need a day out and some crew bonding or just in need of letting your hair down and experiencing something different. Leave everything to us! We have tailor-made experiences for everyone whether it is climbing to Go Karting or even just a great night out. We organize transportation to and from all venues, cater to all different kind of needs and budgets. Some examples: Go Karting We can cater for...
SUPERYACHT SHOW 2017 – STAND Nº 33
FRIDAY 28th 18:00 Food & Drink & Music SATURDAY 29th 20:00 RUMBA MUSIC with KINDALÈ Food & Drinks SUNDAY 30th at Varadero Bar 20:30 JAMES BOND PARTY MONDAY 1st 18:00 FLAMENCO with KINDALÈ Food & Drinks Tuesday 2nd 19:00 RUFFLE Food & Music & Drink
Hospitals in Balearics
Hospital Universitario Son Espases Carretera de Valldemosa, 79 07120 Palma Tel: 871 205 000 http://www.hospitalsonespases.es Hospital Son Llàtzer C/ Ctra. Manacor, km 4 07198 Palma de Mallorca Tel. 871.20.20.00 http://www.hsll.es Hospital Comarcal de Inca C/ Carretera veia de Llubí, s/n 07300 Inca Tel. 971.88.85.00 http://www.hcin.es/ Hospital de Manacor C/ Ctra. Manacor-Alcúdia, s/n 07500...
ESTELA VIP CARD
With Estela Shipping you will always be a VIP on Mallorca. We introduced the VIP card for 2017, when handing over your VIP card this will ensure the best service and offers our partners have to offer. List of all our partners: FARMACIA PROGRÉS: Plaça Progrés, 1 Santa Catalina. Palma FARINA & SANDRO RESTAURANT: Calle Ramon y Cajal, 9 Palma ART STUDIO: Ctra Andratx, 43 Local 7-8 Portals GIN...
BEACH CLUBS IN MALLORCA
If you are looking for a bit relaxation or somewhere a bit more upbeat near the beach here are some of the beach clubs the island has to offer. Ponderosa Beach Ponderosa Beach Club is situated on Muro beach at the north of Mallorca, this is a great place for everyone, relax and enjoy the chill out music whilst enjoying their famous seafood Paella, all produce is organic and aimed at...
GOLF IN MALLORCA
Mallorca offers some of the best golf courses anywhere, with its diverse landscape and dreamy weather there is a course for everyone. ARABELLA GOLF SON VIDA 18 holes PAR 71 0034 971 791210 Www.Arabellagolfmallorca.com SON MUNTANER (ARABELLA GOLF) 18 holes PAR 72 0034 971783000 Www.arabellagolfmallorca.com SON QUINT (Arabella golf) 18 holes PAR 72 0034 971606175...
Diving In Mallorca
Diving in Mallorca Authorisation is required if you wish to dive in the marine reserves of the Balearics. There are 7 marine reserves, we can organize this prior to your arrival or once you arrive. Los Freus of Ibiza and Formentera Migjorn of Mallorca North of Menorca Palma Bay Levante of Mallorca Islas Malgrats Isla El Toro Dive Sites: El Toro The diving area of El Toro is located in a nature...
Exciting plans for 2017!
Dear friends, We have been busy getting ready for our new and exciting plans for the coming year! We are launching 5 of the following tools that will improve the yachting experience in Mallorca: “The Y” Yachting Handbook This is a guide that promotes Mallorca as the perfect destination for Superyachts, it will include Important information on rules and regulations that is indispensable...