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World Wide boating holidays

2014

MEDITERRANEAN SCANDINAVIA CARIBBEAN AMERICA SOUTH PACIFIC SOUTH-EAST-ASIA AUSTRALIA ANTARCTICA

WELCOME TO MARINER BOATING HOLIDAYS

Dream of an adventure on the water? We can help you make it happen.

WELCOME TO MARINER BOATING HOLIDAYS

CONTENTS

We create experiences that make sailing, cruising and barging easy for everyone – for families with young children, couples and singles, for avid salties and people who have never even set foot on a boat before.Join us by choosing from a whole range of boating holiday experiences.

We specialise in a unique arrangement we call a rally where you can cruise, race and relax in company and you can explore on your own, all without the stress of planning and managing a yacht charter yourself.

Picture yourself on board a beautifully renovated timber trading boat in northern Croatia. These Gulets are locally crewed and are definitely an authentic travelling experience.

Perhaps you would prefer to barge the canals of France or Ireland? Or bareboat in Tahiti or the Caribbean?

Mariner Boating Holidays would like to welcome you to a whole world of new experiences – relax, enjoy, discover!

Trevor and Maggie Joyce Founders and Managing Directors

YACHT RALLIES

Why go on a Yacht Rally 2

Caribbean Canter Yacht Rally 3

Sail Tahiti Yacht Rally 4

Greek Island Odyssey 5

Croatia Yacht Rally 6

French Riviera Yacht Rally 7

Skandiva Yacht Rally, Sweden 8

Bonifacio Yacht Rally 9

Turkey Yacht Rally 10

INDEPENDENT TRAVEL

Bareboat Yacht Charter 11

Gulet Charter 11

Luxury Crewed Yacht Charter 12

Small Ship & River Cruising 12

Canal Barge Charter 13

Special Interest Journeys 13

Yacht Racing 13

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CARIBBEANAMERICA

ALASKA

SOUTH PACIFIC

NEW ZEALAND

ANTARCTIC

AUSTRALIA

SOUTH EAST ASIA

SCANDINAVIA

MEDITERRANEAN

WORLD WIDE YACHT RALLIES16 AUGUST to 1 SEPTEMBER 2013 – 16 DAYS

WHAT IS A YACHT RALLY? A Yacht Rally is typically a ten to fifteen day hosted sailing holiday with a series of short fun races and days of leisure. Think sailing, swimming, snorkelling, dining and socialising. Sprinkle the mix with a few races and EUREKA – you have a Mariner Boating Rally!

From the water you will experience your travel adventure from a whole new perspective. You are free to explore on your own, and we can give you just enough guidance to dissolve the stress out of your holiday. Whether you are a single, couple, group of friends, family or even a non-sailor, there is a place for you on a rally.

WHY GO ON A RALLY?NO HASSLESAll our rallies include a local technician travelling with us 24/7 so if there are problems your holiday time is not squandered. You get straight into your holiday without the trial and error you might expect in a new country. On a rally we take care of the details. You are free to BE THERE.

A UNIQUE KNOWLEDGEThe globe is so well chartered and connected that any imagined destination can become a reality. We talk about

experiences because, as professional travellers that’s what we look for when we travel. A rally gives you the opportunity to relax, make friends and have an adventure experience that will leave a lasting impression. There is nothing we love more than sharing our travel knowledge and helping our friends to try something truly unique.

MAKE LIFE-LONG FRIENDSThere is no doubt that you will have the opportunity to make life-long friends among the people in your group. People do it on our rallies all the time! The best part is that you have the support and camaraderie of your fellow travellers but you also have the freedom to take time to yourself. It’s a perfect balance and you can participate as much or as little as you like.

GREAT VALUEIt is possible to put together a trip like this on your own of course and we can certainly help you plan one. By the time you add up the hidden costs and hassles, though, most people find it much easier, and just as cost effective, to join us for a rally. We’ve been there before and know the ins and outs already. Travellers tell us all the time that they had no idea just how much goes into planning and how much more enjoyable their holiday was without having to do it on their own.

YACHT RALLIES 2014

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ANYONE CAN DO IT!The best part about a rally is that anyone can do it. It doesn’t matter if you are a long-time sailor or someone giving it a try for the first time. You could have a group of people you’d like to travel with, or you can come on your own; EVERYONE IS WELCOME.

Sail in company, explore on your own.

Guadeloupe

St Martin

Antigua

CARIBBEANSt Barts

Barbuda

St KittsNevis

DeshaiesPoint-a-Pitre

Illes Les Saintes

Guadeloupe

St Martin

Antigua

CARIBBEANSt Barts

BarbudaSt KittsNevis

Deshaies Point-a-Pitre

Illes Les Saintes

‘Wow what fun, great rally thanks Trevor & Maggie’



Cruise through the Caribbean Leeward Islands between Antigua and St Martin. Compare the French influences of St Barts and St Martin with the more English origins in Antigua, Nevis and St Kitts as you sail down-current on the easterly trade winds under the Caribbean sun.

The Caribbean is an interesting mix of cultures, colours, food, and of course reggae music. The history is as varied as the characters living and working there with English, French, Dutch, and Creole flavours all adding to the mix and ultimately creating a unique feast.

Our race program is low key and designed to get from place to place with some added interest. We will sail one way from Antigua to St Martin and include the totally unspoiled islands of Barbuda and Saba into the mix.

CARIBBEAN CANTER YACHT RALLY23 FEBRUARY to 10 MARCH – 16 days

Rally highlights

•��Pristine�beaches�fun�parties�are�part�of�our�popular�Caribbean�Canter�recipe

•��Dinners�ashore�after�each�race�are�always�full�of�anecdotes,�banter,�excuses�and�general�good�humoured�competition

•��A�cultural�fusion�unique�to�the�Caribbean,�dine�in�France�one�day�and�dance�the�salsa�the�next!�

Guadeloupe

St Martin

Antigua

CARIBBEANSt Barts

Barbuda

St KittsNevis


Illes Les Saintes

Guadeloupe

St Martin

Antigua

CARIBBEANSt Barts



Illes Les Saintes

Guadeloupe

St Martin

Antigua

CARIBBEANSt Barts

Barbuda

St KittsNevis


Illes Les Saintes

Guadeloupe

St Martin

Antigua

CARIBBEANSt Barts



Illes Les Saintes

Caribbean Sea

SAIL TAHITI YACHT RALLY

YACHT RALLIES 2014


Join us on this cruise through the spectacular Leeward Islands of French Polynesia – you will easily understand why the Bounty crew mutinied in this tropical paradise!Tahiti boasts miles of white sandy beaches, lush tropical bush, waterfalls, coral reefs and a relaxed water culture – it is the perfect tropical sailing destination. Enjoy an 11 day mix of racing and cruising together with our expert local knowledge and a spacious catamaran. You can sail flat on a luxury cat and enjoy more space, privacy and stability than you’ve ever experienced

‘Definitely one for the bucket list! Magic everyday’

Rally highlights

•��Taha’a�is�beautifully�unspoilt.�You�can�visit�archaeological�sites,�or� the�famous�vanilla�plantations

•��Cruise�the�Huahine,�turquoise�mirror-like�lagoons�that�reflect�phosphorescent�coral�formations

•��Bora�Bora�is�famous�for�manta�rays�swimming�in�the�lagoons.�You�may�snorkel�beside�one�of�these�incredible�gentle�creatures.

13 to 23 APRIL 2014 – 11 days

Bora Bora

Tahaa

Huahine

Raiatea

Faaroa Bay

Fare

Motu Nao Nao

Uturoa

Vaitape

THE LEEWARD ISLANDS

Haamene Bay

Bora Bora

Tahaa

Huahine

RaiateaFaaroa Bay

Fare

Motu Nao Nao

Uturoa

Vaitape

THE LEEWARD ISLANDS

Haamene Bay

Bora Bora

Tahaa

Huahine

Raiatea

Faaroa Bay

Fare

Motu Nao Nao

Uturoa

Vaitape

THE LEEWARD ISLANDS

Haamene Bay

Bora Bora

Tahaa

Huahine

RaiateaFaaroa Bay

Fare

Motu Nao Nao

Uturoa

Vaitape

THE LEEWARD ISLANDS

Haamene Bay

on a yacht – choose from the spirited Catana 41 or the spacious Catana 47, carbon infused! Join us as we race these beauties from Raiatea to Bora Bora and then putter along in coves, bays and inlets along the next leg. We will visit coral gardens and sip fruity drinks in beachfront bars, then ramp up a notch for the next race; it all sets a great rhythm to your next island holiday.

Pacific Ocean



Sail through these unique Greek islands – famous worldwide for their rough, rocky and elemental landscapes, white washed houses, windmills, narrow paths full of flowers and brilliant lapis seas.This is the quintessential sailing destination; it is a place we all imagine when we think of a sailing holiday. The Greek Island Odyssey Rally 2014 is hosted by Maggie and Trevor Joyce who lived in Greece for ten years and share their local knowledge with you. The rally is run in late May and early June when the fierce heat of

the summer is yet to be felt and the notorious Meltemi winds are still a month away. We will travel from Athens to Irakleia and end our journey on the island of Paros. Because this is a one way journey and the yachts return taken care of, we travel at ease, take in beautiful islands and completely relax into the rhythm of the Greek culture.

‘I never felt so relaxed on a sailing holiday, thank you’

Rally highlights

•��Athens�visit�the�Acropolis�along�with�its�Museum

•��Kythnos�is�unspoiled,�locals�are�friendly�and�life�is�slow.�Trevor�and�Maggie�know�where�the�best�spots�are�to�take�in�the�local�culture

•��Explore�Loutra,�famous�for�its�warm�sulphurous�spa-waters�from�springs�known�since�ancient�times

GREEK ISLAND ODYSSEY

GREECE

Paros

Naousa Bay

Antiparos

DespotikoIrakleia

Athens

Kea

Kythnos

Naxos

Serifos

Lavrion

Sifnos

GREECE

Paros

Naousa Bay

Antiparos

Despotiko Irakleia

Athens

Kea

Kythnos

Naxos

Serifos

Lavrion

Sifnos

GREECE

Paros

Naousa Bay

Antiparos

DespotikoIrakleia

Athens

Kea

Kythnos

Naxos

Serifos

Lavrion

Sifnos

GREECE

Paros

Naousa Bay

Antiparos

Despotiko Irakleia

Athens

Kea

Kythnos

Naxos

Serifos

Lavrion

Sifnos

23 MAY to 7 JUNE – 16 days

CYCLADIC ISLANDS

Aegean Sea

FRANCE

MonacoVillefranche-sur-MerNice

AntibesCannes

St Tropez

Toulon

iles d’Hyeresile Porquerolles

ile du LevantPortCros

FRANCEMonaco

Villefranche-sur-MerNice

AntibesCannes

St Tropez

Toulon



Rally highlights

•��Sail�on�the�exciting�Beneteau�First�45�cruiser�racer

•��Enjoy�the�balanced�mix�of�bays�and�coves�contrasting�with�the�iconic�towns�of�Hvar�and�Korcula

•��Sail�in�front�of�the�walls�of�Dubrovnik�–�close�enough�to�touch�the�ancient�harbour

CROATIA ONE DESIGN YACHT RALLY

YACHT RALLIES 2014


Sail the spectacular islands of the Dalmatian Coast from Split to Dubrovnik, in company, on one of ten identical Beneteau First 45 yachts. Croatia has matured since we first visited 12 years ago and travellers have embraced this destination with abandon. The domed towers of her medieval towns, Mediterranean cuisine, her chaotic history and startling natural beauty have endeared her to us all. Rally travellers enjoy short passages, great sailing breezes, flat seas and changing scenery.

After a morning cruise we race to Viz and the energy peeks at the post-race dinners. We walk cobbled streets and fortressed cities and ponder the footsteps of past conquerors. Music, dance, locally made produce and handcrafts are tested and tried as we float and race in equally enjoyable measure around this coveted part of the Adriatic Sea.

‘I’ve never sailed before and it was my best holiday ever’

SplitKastelaTrogir CROATIA

Korcula

Hvar

Vis

Lastovo Mljet

Palmezana

Dubrovnik

Milna

SplitKastela

Trogir CROATIA

Korcula

Hvar

Vis

Lastovo Mljet

Palmezana

Dubrovnik

Milna

SplitKastelaTrogir CROATIA

Korcula

Hvar

Vis

Lastovo Mljet

Palmezana

Dubrovnik

Milna

SplitKastela

Trogir CROATIA

Korcula

Hvar

Vis

Lastovo Mljet

Palmezana

Dubrovnik

Milna

FRANCE


AntibesCannes

St Tropez

Toulon



FRANCEMonaco


AntibesCannes

St Tropez

Toulon



23 MAY – 7 JUNE: 16 days13 to 29 JUNE – 17 days

Adriatic Sea

FRANCE


AntibesCannes

St Tropez

Toulon



FRANCEMonaco


AntibesCannes

St Tropez

Toulon





FRENCH RIVIERA YACHT RALLY

Sail the super glamorous French Riviera on a yacht. This is the only way to truly appreciate what this amazing coast has to offer – French culture, style, cuisine, natural beauty and history. Forget about the crowded coastal road networks, and enjoy the French Riviera from the comfort of your yacht. Relax about the details because your hosts and local French-speaking technician will manage them for you, leaving you free to explore ile Porquerolles, St Tropez, St. Maxime, Cannes, Antibes, Villefranche-sur Mer, Menton and Monaco. We have access to a range

of yachts 40 to 53 feet, catering for your group sizes and preferences. Rally travellers have 24/7 technical backup en route so they can explore the place and enjoy the social dimension of a Mariner Boating Rally. We love to extend our stay to take in the third week of the Tour de France. If you choose to extend your trip, it lines up with the arrival of the Tour into Paris.

‘Bon Voyage. The only way to see the Riviera’

Rally highlights

•��Cannes�is�a�celebrity�magnet�but�the�old�town�has�retained�its�charm�and�the�locals�are�very�hospitable

•��In�Villefranche�discover�narrow�streets�under�shady�mature�trees

•��Take�a�trip�to�Grasse,�home�of�the�perfume�industry�later�explore�the�mountain�village�of�Eze,�on�a�cliff�top�overlooking�the�sea

4 to 20 JULY – 17 days

FRANCE


AntibesCannes

St Tropez

Toulon



FRANCEMonaco


AntibesCannes

St Tropez

Toulon



Mediterranean Sea

New Rally

Destinatio

n

SKANDIVA YACHT RALLY, SWEDEN

Ancient history, distinctly Northern European culture and a storied maritime tradition are just a few of the things to explore in the Baltic Sea.The Stockholm Archipelago and autonomous Aland, between Sweden and Finland, offer visitors a labyrinth of islands, channels and small ports, with the inhabited few offering real connection with the sea-going Swedes. This is their summer playground. Starting and finishing in wonderful Stockholm, the 2014 Skandiva Yacht Rally will offer a whole new range

of experiences, delivered with the customary Mariner Boating style.The rally takes us through one of the most well-known ports in the archipelago, Sandhamn, which is home to the Royal Swedish Yacht Club and is the centre for boating life on the east coast. You can enjoy the buzz of this place because it is balanced by nights spent at anchorage in the wilderness.

A maiden rally in a location first for Mariner Boating!

Rally highlights

•��On�‘a�day�of�leisure’,�we�cruise�to�Saltsjöbaden,�which�literally�means�salt�sea�bath

•��Immerse�yourself�in�the�buzz�of�Sandhamn�or�venture�to�the�opposite�side�of�the�island�to�the�harbour�where�there�is�a�fantastic�beach

•��Visit�Djurgården�where�you�will�discover�Sweden’s�homage�to�ABBA

YACHT RALLIES 2014


Stockholm

SWEDEN Arholma

Mariehamn

Furusund

SandhamnWasahamnen

GrindaMöja

Dalarö

Gåshaga Marina

Saltsjöbaden

ALAND

Stockholm

SWEDEN Arholma

Mariehamn

Furusund

SandhamnWasahamnen

GrindaMöja

Dalarö

Gåshaga Marina

Saltsjöbaden

ALAND

25 JULY to 16 AUGUST 2014 – 16 days

Stockholm

SWEDEN Arholma

Mariehamn

Furusund

SandhamnWasahamnen

GrindaMöja

Dalarö

Gåshaga Marina

Saltsjöbaden

ALAND

Stockholm

SWEDEN Arholma

Mariehamn

Furusund

SandhamnWasahamnen

GrindaMöja

Dalarö

Gåshaga Marina

Saltsjöbaden

ALAND

Aland Sea



BONIFACIO YACHT RALLY

Sail the spectacular Costa Smerelda and the Maddalena Islands of Sardinia – add a little of French Corsica, Bonifacio, Lavezzi, and Porto Vecchio AND WOW what a mix!

‘A great combination of cultures – food was delicious’

Rally highlights

•��Your�local�hosts�ensure�you�discover�the�secret�places�you�would�be�lucky�to�find�alone

•��The�mix�of�‘off�the�beaten�track’�and�‘must�do’�places�in�each�destination�is�based�on�years�of�knowledge�and�experience�–�and�to�listening�to�what�our�rally�crews�suggest

29 AUGUST to 13 SEPTEMBER 2014 – 16 days

A quixotic mix of French and Italian cultures makes this area buzz. There are markets with locally made wares and delicious local produce to top up stocks on the boat. We know great places to eat and the rally has official evenings including local music and a great social atmosphere. Racing shouldn’t get in the way of a good and relaxing holiday so the logistical aspects of the trip are taken

Olbia

Capo TestaBonifacio

Isle de Maddalena

Marina di PortiscoPorto Rotunda

Porto Vecchio

CORSICAFRANCE

SARDINIAITALY

Olbia

Capo TestaBonifacio

Isle de Maddalena


Porto Vecchio

CORSICAFRANCE

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

TYRRHENIAN SEA

SARDINIAITALY

Olbia

Capo TestaBonifacio

Isle de Maddalena


Porto Vecchio

CORSICAFRANCE

SARDINIAITALY

Olbia

Capo TestaBonifacio

Isle de Maddalena


Porto Vecchio

CORSICAFRANCE

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

TYRRHENIAN SEA

SARDINIAITALY

care of for you. We share some of our favourite local moorings. There is the first shake down cruise from Portisco marina Sardinia to Tavolara. We have a day of leisure in Maddalena which is a busy town with good shopping, local markets and a spectrum of great restaurants. You can also cruise to the eastern Caprera where you can relax and swim. Just imagine…

Mediterranean Sea

Tyrrhenian Sea

TURKEY

GREECE

Dalyan

Antalya

KekovaKastellorizo

Kas

Kalkan

Karacoeren

Fethiye

Turunc Pinari

Gocek

Sarsarla

TURKEY

GREECE

Dalyan

Antalya

KekovaKastellorizo

Kas

Kalkan

Karacoeren

Fethiye

Turunc Pinari

Gocek

Sarsarla

YACHT RALLIES 2014

TURKEY YACHT RALLY


On the Lycian coast of Turkey dramatic mountains rise 2,000 metres above rocky pine-clad headlands, idyllic beaches and sheltered bays. Explore ancient sites and bays in the Gulf of Fethiye before sailing to the towns of Kalkan, Kas and the Greek island of Kastellorizo. Sail from Fethiye after spending the morning at Lycian tombs carved into the cliff face or climbing to the ruins of nearby Caunos. At Sarsala in the Gulf of Fethiye you can dive off the pier into the aquamarine sea, where pine trees line the water’s edge. Wake to the smell of freshly baked bread and cruise to one of the many anchorages in this

‘This is wonderful! I feel as if I have gone through some sort of gap in the world – and can’t go back’

Rally highlights

•��Spend�a�few�nights�in�eclectic�Istanbul�before�or�after�your�rally

•��On�an�optional�excursion�to�Kayakoy�explore�the�deserted�city�and�ponder�how�this�could�happen

•��Enjoy�the�hospitality�of�Turkish�hosts�who�love�Ozzies

•��See�ancient�ruined�cities�in�every�bay�we�visit�and�climb�over�history�at�every�turn

19 SEPTEMBER to 5 OCTOBER – 17 days

TURKEY

GREECE

Dalyan

Antalya

KekovaKastellorizo

Kas

Kalkan

Karacoeren

Fethiye

Turunc Pinari

Gocek

Sarsarla

TURKEY

GREECE

Dalyan

Antalya

KekovaKastellorizo

Kas

Kalkan

Karacoeren

Fethiye

Turunc Pinari

Gocek

Sarsarla

beautifully protected waterway. Swim in the bays and relax. We can take you to Kekova to explore the castle and view remains of the ancient sunken city in the clear waters of the bay. The usual rally style persists here with racing toned down to a light, fun and relaxed way to add interest between gorgeous swim spots, local markets, music and dancing.

Mediterranean Sea


Bareboat yacht charter and Gulets

INDEPENDENT TRAVEL16 AUGUST to 1 SEPTEMBER 2013 – 16 DAYS

BAREBOAT YACHT CHARTER At�first�look,�chartering�a�boat�overseas�appears�to�be�roughly�similar�to�hiring�a�car.�There�are�different�models�to�accommodate�your�needs.�

There are costs associated with a roomier interior and a premium on some brands. You’ll need to book ahead and think about where you want to pick up and drop off. Sound’s easy, right?Arranging bareboat charters can be a bit tricky without an experienced eye. Invariably, your plans will involve more than just yourself and, aside from selecting a destination, there are numerous other things that you will have to consider.What’s the best time to go?

Should the itinerary be a circuit or is it better to arrange a one-way trip?

What about charter formalities – skipper’s qualifications, technical back-up, provisioning and security?

How old is the boat and is it in good condition? The list goes on and there are many traps for inexperienced players. The moral of the story is that it’s better to get good advice first.Once you’ve made the decision to take a charter yacht on your own we can

make all the arrangements for you. We’ve cruised the destinations extensively, chartered the yachts, eaten in the restaurants and danced in the bars so we know what to expect.We will help you select vessels sized from 32 to 58 feet in length – sailing yachts, sailing catamarans and power catamarans. We offer quality charter yachts in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, South Pacific and the Indian Ocean. We select only the operators who meet our strict criteria for fleet management, maintenance standards and service ethics. So, which yacht is best for me? Just ask us, we’re here to help.

GULETS CHARTERPronounced�‘goo-let’,�these�beautiful�timber�sailing�vessels�were�once�used�for�trade�and�fishing�along�the�coast� of�Turkey. Over the years the gulet has evolved into a luxury charter vessel where the fish you find on board are served up by your chef. Today, gulets are skilfully crafted by third or fourth generation boat builders with comfort in mind!Gulets have broad ‘beam’ and are stable motor/sailing vessels which, depending on your preference, can sail or motor as you like. They are suited to families, groups, the adventurous traveller or those

looking for pure relaxation. Absolutely no sailing experience is necessary.From Turkey, Croatia, Greece and Italy all include crew and your own chef. They are air conditioned and each cabin features a private en-suite. There are spacious outdoor and indoor areas for relaxing and dining. We personally inspect the range of gulets we offer to ensure the crew, standard of service and the condition of the gulet meets our high standards.

We offer bareboat yacht charter, gulet charter, luxury crewed yachts, canal barges, small ship and river cruising, special interest cruising and yacht racing.

MARINER BOATING HOLIDAYS INDEPENDENT TRAVEL


LUXURY CREWED YACHT CHARTERSAdventure�travel�with�a�luxury�edge;�crewed�yacht�charters�embody�all�that�relaxing,�stress�free�holidays�should.�A�luxury�crewed�charter�is�the�perfect�getaway�choice�for�a�group�of�friends,�an�active�family�or�the�ultimate�honeymoon.

Explore exotic locations on board a magnificent charter vessel, while the crew caters to your every need. Enjoy an impromptu BBQ on a remote beach, a long lazy lunch or sun downer cocktails on board – you are in control.No need to wait for an organised shore excursion; simply indicate your wishes and the private tender will be dispatched to take you to the desired location. Enjoy snorkelling, fishing, diving or exciting water sports; your luxury yacht provides the perfect platform.Behind all successful charters lies the experience of a great team whose enthusiasm, knowledge and professionalism is second to none. Through our years of experience we have accumulated a large selection of exquisite yachts that are most importantly operated by exceptional crew.While the word “luxury” has been mentioned once or twice, it is important to note that not all crewed charters come with the “luxury” price tag. Depending on your chosen destination, there are a wide variety of yachts

available and our job is to perfectly match your needs to the crew and vessel.The more we know about your party the easier it is for us to find a charter suited perfectly to you.

SMALL SHIP AND RIVER CRUISINGNot�all�cruise�ships�are�floating�hotels.

It is possible to experience a cruising holiday without the endless night clubs, restaurants, shopping malls and 4,000 other passengers. If it’s an off the beaten track adventure with personalised service and comfort you seek then why not try a small ship or river cruise.What do we define as small?

Typically a small ship cruise can accommodate anywhere from 12 to 300 passengers, and the vessels range from upscale motor yachts in the Mediterranean to expedition cruisers in Antarctica.If you wish to escape the coastal ports and venture inland then there are a host of river cruising options. Explore the original trade routes of Europe, Asia and Russia where the cities were born from their proximity to these waterways.River cruising vessels range from the comfortable to the luxury; purpose built ships, traditional Chinese wooden junks, converted rice barges and French colonial boats to name a few.Less passengers means you will enjoy a more “intimate” cruising experience

and get to know your fellow travellers. Plus small groups impact less on the environment and of course offer geographic access to the world’s less frequented coastal ports and inland waterways. We offer a range of small ships cruising options in a variety of destinations at a range of prices to suit every pocket.Our dedicated cruise specialist Carrie Stalbow works solely on sourcing not only the best ships, but new and exciting itineraries worldwide.

Luxury crewed yachts, Small ships & River cruising, Canal barges and more


CANAL BARGE CHARTERSIf�you�are�looking�for�a�holiday�that�allows�you�to�cruise�along�at�a�relaxed�pace,�then�canal�barging�is�definitely�the�choice�for�you.�

Hop on board a fully equipped barge and meander the canals of France, Holland, Germany, the UK or Ireland. If you can drive a car, you can drive a barge – it’s that easy!Whether you have 2 or 10 passengers we can find a barge to suit your needs. The barges of today are spacious, well designed and regularly upgraded. Our canal barge operators offer flexible start and finish days and one way charter itineraries, so there’s no need to double back!

SELF DRIVE BARGESIf you can ride a bike you can skipper a barge on the canals of Europe and you’ll be spoilt for choice because there are over 8,000km of canals in France alone. Called penichettes by the founder of modern day barging in Europe, who we represent in Australia, these vessels can accommodate from 2 up to 8 people in comfortable cabins with private en-suite facilities.A bridge deck option caters for outdoor living on the upper deck so that the countryside is in full view while you are underway. Mooring is easy to the canal bank and you can explore the villages along the way on foot or by bicycle.Chat to the lockkeepers about the best restaurant or pub in town and with the Aussie dollar where it is provincial Europe is now cheaper than home. If you really want luxury service we can arrange for escorted excursions to historical sites or a visit to an exclusive restaurant or even a winery in Burgundy not normally open to the public.If catering on-board is your preference simply visit a local market to source the best produce and then use the comprehensively equipped galley on the penichette to prepare your own meal, which you may then enjoy alfresco on deck.

FULLY CREWED LUXURY BARGESIf a fully catered luxury cruise is your preference we can offer a range of vessels with accommodation for up to

8 people, complete with Louis XVI and XV décor! We even offer a barge with an extensive outdoor dining area and swimming pool. One thing you cannot do is swim in the canals!The chef is Cordon Bleu and the red wines nearly in the same league as the Barossa and McLaren Vale!

SPECIAL INTEREST JOURNEYSMariner�Boating�Holidays�offers�a�range�of�special�interest�journeys�where�the�only�common�denominator�is�a�boat�and�water.�

The boat may be a yacht, a traditional but luxurious gulet, a cruising catamaran or the experience may be land based as in the case of the America’s Cup.The interests range from golf to history, art, food, wine, photography and yacht racing. These journeys are usually hosted by a specialist in the field so that you can indulge unashamedly in something about which you are passionate and enjoy the experience at the same time.You can join one of these journeys as a single, couple or part of a group and you certainly don’t need any sailing experience. All you have to do is turn up at the embarkation port and we will take care of the rest. Check out our website for our latest special interest journeys www.marinerboating.com.

YACHT RACINGRacing�is�in�our�blood�at�Mariner�Boating�and�through�the�years�we’ve�helped�our�clients�charter�race�boats�for�regattas�all�around�the�world.�

Through our extensive network of hand-picked suppliers and owners we can find race-ready boats for nearly any international or local race. In Australia we have boats available for Hamilton Island Race week, the Rolex Sydney to Hobart and everything in between. Overseas we have chartered race boats for the Heineken Regatta and even Key West Race Week.New this year we are offering charter packages for the racing scene in Asia. For the King’s Cup, the Royal Langkawi International and the Raja Muda Selangor Regatta we have access to deals you can’t find anywhere else on competitive boats. We can arrange everything and leave the racing up to you.

TRAVEL SERVICES

Mariner Boating Holidays Suite 802, 83 Mount St, North Sydney NSW 2060 Australia Ph (61) 02 9966 1244 Fax (61) 02 9966 1255 Email [email protected]

Toll Free 1300 131 724* Travel Agent Licence No. 2TA5348 TD & MJ Joyce P/L ABN 43 002 858 880 Brochure Design www.johnstondesign.com.au

*From all states except NSW

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At Mariner Boating Holidays, we go to great lengths to maintain up-to-date information on each of the regions we cover.We do this so we can:• give the best advice when it comes

to choosing the time of year to make a trip

• avoid peak periods and high charter rates

• get the yacht you want, when you want it

• leave the crowds behind when looking for marinas and other facilities

• share our knowledge of the individual yachts from our own personal experience

• share our extensive knowledge of all of the world’s leading cruising grounds and help you plan the best itinerary

• provide a restaurant list with phone numbers where you will be received as a friend of ours

• negotiate one-way charters, which means you have longer to spend in the ports of call along the way

Are you planning a gulet cruise in Turkey, Greece, Croatia or Italy?

We know the vessels, we know the crews and have detailed specifications of the yachts.Are you travelling on land before and/or after your cruise? We can arrange tours, hotel bookings and car hire and make suggestions about what to see and do.Are you planning a cruise on a small ship? We offer the services of Carrie Stalbow, our specialist in this area.Mariner Boating Holidays is a licensed travel agent so you know you are protected by government legislation when your money is with us.

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