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EMBARKATION IN NAPLES

A yacht charter on the Amalfi coast will give you access to one Prepare to be astounded by the rich history, endless culture of the world’s most scenic stretches of coastline. With its and breath-taking architecture that Naples has to offer. picturesque cliffside villages basking in the sun, sinuous roads Capital region of Campania and the third largest city in , along mountains tumbling into the turquoise sea, and Naples has twenty one different areas for you to explore, each luxurious gardens, this picturesque coast was awarded a spot with their own individual style. Find yourself eating a freshly on the UNESCO World heritage list in 1997. baked margherita pizza in the very city where it originates from whilst overlooking the dazzling , or discover the beauty that’s hidden behind the doors of numerous churches and museums – this iconic city boasts endless opportunities. REMARKABLE EXPERIENCES TJB SUPER YACHTS 05

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ISCHIA

The volcanic outcrop of Ischia is the most developed and Most visitors head straight for the north-coast towns of Ischia largest of the islands in the Bay of Naples. An early colony of Porto, Ischia Ponte, Forio and Lacco Ameno. Of these, Ischia Magna Graecia, first settled in the 8th century BC, Ischia Porto boasts the best bars, while Forio and Lacco Ameno the today is famed for its thermal spas, manicured gardens, prettiest spas and gardens. On the calmer south coast, the striking Aragonese castle and unshowy, straightforward car-free perfection of Sant’Angelo offers a languid blend of a Italian airs – a feature also reflected in its food. Ischia is a cosy harbour and lazy beaches. In between the coasts lies a refreshing antidote to glitzy . less-trodden landscape of chestnut forests, vineyards and volcanic rock, loomed over by Monte Epomeo, Ischia’s highest peak. PONZA REMARKABLE EXPERIENCES TJB SUPER YACHTS 07

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PONZA

Off the southern coast, this group of volcanic islands Ponza is the largest island of the Italian serves as an Italian Hamptons. Between mid-June and the . archipelago, located 33 km south of Cape Circeo in the end of August, Ponza and – the only two inhabited . It is also the name of the commune of the islands – buzz with holidaymakers and weekenders who island, a part of the in the Lazio region. The descend in droves to eat shellfish at terrace restaurants, swim island was inhabited from neolithic through Roman times. in emerald coves and cruise around the craggy coast. Outside According to local legends, Ponza was named after Pontius of summer, the islands are very quiet, and, although Pilate, Roman governor of who tried of Nazareth expensive, a joy to explore. for sedition against Roman rule. Pontius Pilate's family owned a grotto on Ponza, which is still named after him. CAPRI REMARKABLE EXPERIENCES TJB SUPER YACHTS 09

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CAPRI

Travel across the Gulf of Naples to explore the isle of Capri. Capri is beautiful – seriously beautiful. There’s barely a grubby Charming and encapsulating from the second you step .building or untended garden to blemish the splendour. Steep ashore, this island might be small but it certainly has a lot to cliffs rise majestically from an impossibly blue sea; elegant offer! Rugged terrain dotted with luxury boutiques, elegant villas drip with wisteria and bougainvillea. Even the trees cocktail bars, fantastic restaurants and stunning viewpoints seem to be carefully manicured. Long a preserve of celebrities mean this island is a burst of colour and twinkling lights. Visit and the super-rich, this small, precipitous island off the west the ancient and discover nature as you’ve never end of the Sorrento Peninsula has a tangible deluxe feel. seen it before and then head to the Punta Carena lighthouse Glide silently up craggy on a chairlift. Relive to watch the sun set, where there is nothing but beautiful erstwhile poetic glories in . Find a quiet space in the Tyrrhenian Sea spanning before you. sinuous lanes of . In the process, you’ll enjoy some sublime moments. AMALFI REMARKABLE EXPERIENCES TJB SUPER YACHTS 11

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AMALFI

The heart of the Amalfi Coast and situated at the foot of It is hard to grasp that pretty little Amalfi, with its sun-filled Monte Cerreto, Amalfi is a grand, imposing town. The .piazzas and small beach, was once a maritime superpower Cathedral of Saint Andrew is of great stature and its grand with a population of more than 70,000. For one thing, it’s not structure is reiterated throughout the architecture of the rest a big place – you can easily walk from one end to the other in of the town, making use of lots of grand arches. Expect to be about 20 minutes. For another, there are very few historical greeted by the smell of sweet, fresh lemons that that grow buildings of note. The explanation is chilling: most of the old and ripen on the sun-drenched terraces as you make your city, and its inhabitants, simply slid into the sea during an way to the Piazza del Duomo which surrounds the grounds of earthquake in 1343. the cathedral, where you can enjoy exquisite Italian cuisine rounded off with a taste of regional limoncello. All the while, surrounded by the stunning Italian cliffs. POSITANO REMARKABLE EXPERIENCES TJB SUPER YACHTS 13

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POSITANO

Dramatic, deluxe and more than a little dashing, Positano is Positano, a town draped in colour and a maze of winding the Amalfi Coast's front-cover splash, with vertiginous houses steps and narrow streets. Discover the hidden pockets of tumbling down to the sea in a cascade of sun-bleached beauty that are dotted all around the town, from the secret peach, pink and terracotta. No less photo-worthy are its steep hamlet of Nocelle to the oasis of Vallone Porto or submerge streets and steps, flanked by wisteria-draped hotels, smart yourself in the hustle and bustle of Positano by simply restaurants and fashionable retailers. wandering its endless shop, restaurant, bar and café-lined streets. Spot the iconic majolica tiled dome of the Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta from any corner of the town, as it reflects beautifully against the blue of the ocean. You’ll leave this town feeling just as vibrant as it is colourful! NAPLES DISEMBARKATION REMARKABLE EXPERIENCES TJB SUPER YACHTS 15

FROM TO DISTANCE TIME

NAPLES ISCHIA 17 NMI 1 HOUR 25 MINS

ISCHIA PONZA 45 NMI 3 HOURS 45 MINS

PONZA CAPRI 60 NMI 5 HOURS

CAPRI AMALFI 18 NMI 1 HOUR 30 MINS

AMALFI POSITANO 6 NMI 30 MINS

POSITANO NAPLES 26 NMI 2 HOURS

TOTAL TOTAL 172 NMI 14 HOURS 10 MINS