Why Not (Dominator 78)
2012 · 23.1 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Weekly prices
Specifications & Equipment
23.1m · 2012 · Motor yacht
What KateBot thinks
KateBot generated · ~200 words
14 years old. Yachts of this age statistically need more in-charter maintenance attention, ask the operator for the recent service log when you enquire, and budget a small contingency for niggles (a stuck winch, a tired bilge pump). On a well-cared-for boat this is usually just part of the rhythm of charter, on a neglected one, it can spoil a week.
Ideal for comfort-focused groups. This 78-footer suits up to six guests who prioritize relaxation and easy cruising over sailing thrills, think couples or small families wanting effortless exploration rather than hands-on navigation.
Powerful and well-equipped. A 2012 Dominator is a serious, solidly-built motor yacht with proper range and sea-keeping; you'll find this appeals to charterers who want reliable, stress-free cruising with decent cabin space spread across three staterooms.
Competitive weekly rate. At €33,600 per week, you're looking at roughly €5,600 per person for six guests, fair value for a modern, professionally-maintained 23-meter motoryacht in what we'd expect is a Mediterranean or similar base.
One practical note: The listing shows no base location or operator details beyond "Istion Luxury Yachts," so before booking, confirm exactly where the yacht is moored, what's included (fuel, crew, provisioning), and your nearest international airport, that'll help you plan the actual flight and transfer logistics from your home.
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Where Charters Went
The heat map shows recorded overnight stops from round trips made by charter yachts tracked by AIS from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus) during the 2025 season. You can use it to see where those yachts spent their nights and compare that with your own yacht charter plans. It is not a navigation guide.
Aegina was the most common first night out, at 30% of trips with a recorded first night. On 40% of trips, the furthest point from base was within 40 to 60 nm, measured in a straight line.
Use the recorded stops as a starting point for your charter plans. The full map gives you more to compare, and you can ask us about a route from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus) for this type of boat.
Where tracked sailing boats went on round trips from Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus), 2025.
These figures are from the nearest charter area with results, Athens south (Alimos and Piraeus), and are not this boat's own record. They cover sailing yachts and catamarans in that area, a different kind of boat from this one.
Top Overnight Stops
- Poros74%
- Aegina50%
- Hydra38%
The percentage is the share of trips that spent at least one night there.
The marina & destination
Alimos Marina
Based at Alimos Marina, Greece . Why Not is operated by Istion Luxury Yachts.
Good to know
- Location
- Alimos Marina · Greece
- Licences
- We have not confirmed whether this yacht is crewed or requires a sailing licence. We will check the exact requirements with the operator when you enquire.
- 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 there
Flights to Greece
The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.
Saronic Gulf bases (Alimos, Kalamaki): Athens Eleftherios Venizelos is 25 minutes from the marinas.
Ionian bases: Lefkas, Meganisi. Limited direct flights; many people connect via Athens or Corfu.
Dodecanese: Kos, Symi, Leros bases. Daily summer charters from northern Europe.
Cyclades: Mykonos and Paros bases. Pricey in peak season.
Possible routes
Greece · three classic charter areas
A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.
Saronic Gulf
Short legs, reliable wind, history at every stop. Best first-charter route in Greece.
1Athens (Alimos)
2Aegina
3Poros
4Hydra
5Spetses
Cyclades
Meltemi wind July-August. Plan for one weather day, and book the marina in advance for the islands you do not want to miss.
1Athens
2Kea
3Paros
4Naxos
5Mykonos
Ionian
Light, predictable winds. Easiest sailing in Greece, most-loved by families and first-timers stepping up.
1Lefkas
2Meganisi
3Ithaca
4Kefalonia
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