Big Joy (Aquila 42)
2024 · 12.6 m · 4 cabins · 8 berths
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Weekly prices€10,250 · 19 Sep – 31 Dec
Price across the season
Weeks near your dates
Specifications & Equipment4 cab · 8 berths · 3 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
I appreciate you sharing these details, but I need to be honest: there's not quite enough information here for me to give you a proper assessment of Big Joy.
Missing key data: I don't have the charter base location, weekly rate, engine specs, or a clear equipment list , all crucial for evaluating value and suitability. Without knowing where this yacht is based, I can't advise on airport transfers or whether it's conveniently positioned for international clients.
What looks promising: A 2024 Aquila 42 power catamaran is a solid, modern platform with decent beam for four cabins and eight berths. The €7,450 deposit suggests reasonable positioning, assuming the weekly rate is competitive for the size and year.
Before booking: I'd recommend asking Free Charter Srl for the full spec sheet, weekly charter cost, base location, what's included in equipment, and fuel policy. That'll let us properly compare Big Joy against similar 40-45ft power cats in your target cruising ground.
Happy to reassess once you've got those details , or point you toward comparable options if the base doesn't suit your plans.
KateBot is SailChecker's AI sailing assistant, trained on Kate's real charter correspondence. Kate and the human team still review every booking, KateBot drafts, Kate decides.
Where Charters WentTop Stop: Calanque de la Catena, 40% of trips
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena during the 2026 season so far. The heat map brings those recorded overnight stops together so you can compare past activity with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Calanque de la Catena appeared on 40% of trips, Cala Renella on 34% and Cannigione on 15%. Il Pevero was the most common first night at 9%, while Cala Renella led last nights at 9%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 71% of trips.
Have a look at the full map and compare the overnight stops before choosing a route. If you're considering this type of boat for a yacht charter from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Calanque de la Catena40%
- Cala Renella34%
- Cannigione15%
Based on sailing yachts and catamarans from the nearest charter area, not this boat alone.
See where charters from Sardinia north-east: Portisco, Olbia, Cannigione and La Maddalena went
The marina & destination Cannigione · Italy
Based at Cannigione, Italy . Big Joy is operated by Free Charter Srl.
Good to know
- Location
- Cannigione · Italy
- Licences
- ICC or RYA Day Skipper licence and VHF certificate are required. Italian operators ask for a sailing CV; conditions are stricter in the Aeolian Islands than on the mainland.
- Security deposit
- €7,450
- Cancellation
- Cancellation terms are operator-specific and disclosed in the charter contract before payment. As a rule, most Mediterranean operators retain the full charter fee within 30 days of departure; we recommend charter cancellation insurance (typically 4-5% of the charter fee).
Getting there3 airports nearby
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.
Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.
Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.
Possible routes2 hand-picked itineraries
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Amalfi Coast
Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.
1Salerno
2Amalfi
3Positano
4Capri
5Procida
Sardinia & La Maddalena
Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.
1Olbia
2Maddalena
3Caprera
4Bonifacio
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