For those looking to indulge in the high life - a little dancing and champagne beneath the stars - there’s plenty of glamorous nightlife and fine dining after sundown in destinations such as Ibiza or Saint Tropez. For those looking to simply relax, quieter times can be had in secluded harbours, crystalline waters and sheltered bays – many only accessible by boat. The Cote d’Azur hosts a glittering calendar of social and sporting events throughout the summer months, from the world-famous Cannes Film Festival to the Monaco Grand Prix, and there is absolutely no finer way to experience the high-octane energy of Formula One and the opulent buzz of Monte Carlo than from the deck of your superyacht.
The yachting season in the Mediterranean usually runs from April to the end of October. Even though the peak of the charter season is during the summer months, the fall is a wonderful time to visit this captivating region by sea. Temperatures are a little cooler yet still comfortable, and the sea is still warm enough swimming, having been warmed all summer long. Crowds are not as hectic in popular Mediterranean tourist destinations in the autumn months, so it is easier to secure berths and anchorage if you visit towards the end of the year. Let your Mediterranean charter be your very own luxury floating castle for the duration of your holiday – this is simply one of the most captivating places to discover by sea.