A TRIBUTE TO F1 ISSUE 02 SPRING 2014 LEGACY OF LUXURY A classic Ferrari takes on Fashion trends from the Barcelona’s historic Montjuïc Park sisters behind Carmina Rotger CITY OF COLOUR BUSINESS AND PLEASURE Escofet brings its unique The port of Barcelona is a architectural vision to MPV vibrant ecosystem for business ISSUE 02 2014 WELCOME A superyacht hub in the Well, what an amazing six months it has been since we launched the first edition of Superyacht Barcelona. Spain has repealed the matriculation tax – a tax on charter vessels – that did so much to inhibit the growth heart of the city of the region as a charter yacht destination. And the city of Barcelona has joined the port authorities and a raft of other business to sign the Nautical Cluster Charter – creating an independent body, chaired by local entrepreneur Tony Tió, to foster growth in the maritime economy. At the same time, three years of expensive and technically complex work has succeeded in transforming Marina Port Vell – just 15 minutes walk from Passeig de Gràcia in the heart of Barcelona – into a five-star home port for superyachts. The collective goal of the Nautical Cluster signatories is to reposition Barcelona as the number one maritime destination in Published by The Superyacht Agency Many thanks to our contributors: Email: [email protected] Jethro Bovingdon, Erik Brown, Vera Celia, Europe – and we’re well on the way. Meanwhile, the city www.thesuperyachtagency.com Miguel Delaney, Don Hoyt Gorman, Pascal Harter, of Barcelona – the largest metropolis on the Kate Hubert, Graham Keeley, Cathal Morrow, Editor: Lauren Barker / Erik Brown Rachel Syers and Will Mathieson. Mediterranean – continues to evolve, bucking Spain’s Creative director: Gareth Procter national economic trends and thriving as a world-class Design: The Superyacht Agency While care has been taken to ensure that Designer: Stefanie Hedermann the content of this publication is accurate, no cultural, sporting, business and tourism destination. If Advertising manager: Lauren Barker representation or warranty is given, nor is any you have never been to Barcelona, 2014 is the year to liability accepted, by Marina Port Vell (MPV), Cover image: or any person named in it, as to the accuracy go. You won’t regret it. Tim Cole or completeness of the information or opinions contained in this publication. Nothing in this Advertising: paragraph shall exclude liability for fraud. No Regina Serrano reliance may be placed for any purpose whatsoever [email protected] on the information contained in this publication. 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ARTICLE MAP CONTENTS p.29 Carmina Rotger p.13 Bar Mutis p.33 Park Güell p. 24 La Masia 06 33 50 BOQUERIA MARKET CITy of SIGHts ResHAPing THE CIT Y Head chef at Boca Grande restaurant, David From sunrise over Park Güell to sunset cocktails Escofet, the brand behind some of Serra, takes writer Pascale Harter deep into beachside at the W Hotel, explore the city’s Barcelona’s most iconic architecture, is the heart of Boqueria market to prove local iconic landmarks and sample the new season now bringing its unique architectural knowledge is the key ingredient in creating collections by Spain’s most coveted designers. vision to Marina Port Vell. p.6 Boqueria market the perfect Catalan dish. 02 52 p. OUR city, OUR mARINA WHERE business 27 Picasso Museum The sailing yacht Phryne is as iconic to Marina Port Vell AND pleasure mEET as the La Sagrada Familia is to the city of Barcelona. The port of Barcelona and the area around p. Marina Port Vell support a vibrant ecosystem 68 Penedès of business and commerce. 15 Expats IN THE city Barcelona has become the port of choice for 62 professionals in the world of superyachts. For captains, A DREAm coME true p. p. 62 Marina Port Vell crew and anyone else who works in the industry, it means Martin Bellamy, founder, Chairman and Chief Executive 20 Montjuïc Park the ‘office’ is just a few minutes’ walk away at Marina Port of Salamanca Group, tells Erik Brown about recent Vell’s new superyacht marina. developments at Marina Port Vell. p.55 Makamaka / FOC 20 66 Magic mountain SAILING to SELL B arcelona as A brand Motor racing enthusiasts across the globe will turn their The Barcelona World Race is so much more than attention to Barcelona this May when the annual Formula 1 just a sporting event, it’s a uniquely Catalonian Grand Prix returns. Jethro Bovingdon uses a classic Ferrari to statement about our intimate relationship with FOOD & DRINK 29 explore the city's fabled motor sport history in Montjuïc Park. planet earth. places OF interest SIsters create A p. W Hotel 24 68 33 LEGacy of lUXUR Y THE PHilosopHY BEHIND A TIPPLE IN THE SUN fasHION & lifestyle Barcelona’S football legends Since wine tourism became a popular way to see Spain – What started as a tiny jewellery counter among There’s a small farmhouse in the city known as La Masia; and have a tipple at the end of a winery tour – Penedès, appliances has been transformed into a family a title that has come to describe FC Barcelona’s famous one hour's drive south of Barcelona, has boomed. MPV & barcelona legacy at Carmina Rotger. youth system. 04 SUPERYACHT BARCELONA Issue 2 / Spring 2014 SUPERYACHT BARCELONA Issue 2 / Spring 2014 05 Our city, our marina Marina Port Vell is a five-star home port for superyachts. This year owners of yachts up to 120 metres long will be able to buy or rent secure berths just 10 minutes walk from Las Ramblas, the buzzy pedestrian thoroughfare at the heart of one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Cory Silken 06 SUPERYACHT BARCELONA Issue 2 / Spring 2014 SUPERYACHT BARCELONA Issue 2 / Spring 2014 07 Olympic-sized swimming pools and gyms within superyacht crew with many marinas situated a few minutes’ walk of the marina, allowing well outside towns and far from beaches. “The them to have valuable down time.” location is fantastic, the marina is right in the While Phryne might be considered a heart of Barcelona with Barceloneta on its permanent feature, the marina continues to doorstep,” says Captain Wigram. “I can go for attract superyachts such as S/Y Christopher, a a run along the beach in the morning before beautifully built British ketch captained by New work, then pop down to one of the beach bars Zealander Nick Wigram. The 46m sailing yacht at the end of the day.” finished its summer cruise at Marina Port Vell During their recent visit, Captain last year, securing an excellent berth right by Wigram says the crew had the opportunity the port office. “The whole crew was delighted to explore the city and grew to appreciate when the owners decided they would finish its charms. “The Spanish have a soft spot for their summer cruise here,” says Captain avant garde artists, be it the adventures of Wigram. “The Port of Barcelona is a welcome Don Quijote, Gaudí’s parks or Salvador Dalí’s refuge on a long stretch on open coastline and sculptures and paintings,” he says. “It adds a favourite place for owners and crew to visit.” to the offbeat rhythm of the city, be it the big Top: The captain of S/Y Christopher, Nick Wigram. There’s no doubting the appeal of sculpture of the lobster or the graffiti that Marina Port Vell’s position, but practical brightens up the walls and thoroughfares. A lot considerations are also important. “Security of cities claim to be vibrant but Barcelona must can be an issue in Barcelona,” says Captain surely hold the crown for the best in Europe. Wigram. “However, the marina’s security Combining a great climate with the quirky guards were a reassuring presence. The artists that have shaped its character puts nearby shipyard (MB’92) is very handy – they’re it in a great position to have a bright future. incredibly helpful. Plus there are plenty of Christopher’s owners were charmed and flew yacht agents if you need spare parts.” home vowing to come back. We very much Having recreational facilities so close hope they decide to use Marina Port Vell as a to Marina Port Vell is a rare treat for most base for their next visit.” Tim Cole Tim Above: Captain Stuart Bird of S/Y Phryne has chosen Marina Port Vell as his home port . he elegant super sailing of his list. The five-star facilities promised yacht Phryne is as iconic by the marina were key to his decision, with to Marina Port Vell as the an international airport close by, as well as Sagrada Familia is to the being in the heart of the nautical cluster with city of Barcelona. Designed convenient access to modern training facilities and created by Perini Navi for yachting professionals. especially for her owners Originally from Scotland, Captain Bird in 1999, they have since says Marina Port Vell also comes with the completed a circumnavigation over two years backdrop of the incredible city of Barcelona Tand raced in sailing regattas around the world. where he has made a wonderful mix of friends At 50 metres, the modern beauty now calls including yachting personnel and locals. Barcelona home and has held a permanent berth Walking from the deck of the yacht into the at Marina Port Vell for the past seven years.