First Laugh (Dufour 37)
2024 · 10.8 m · 3 cabins · 6 berths
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Weekly prices€1,250 · 24 Oct – 2 Jan
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Specifications & Equipment3 cab · 6 berths · 1 wc
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offs
Ideal for couples & small families The Dufour 37 "First Laugh" suits groups of 4, 6 looking for comfortable, modern sailing without a steep learning curve. With three cabins, two couples or a family with kids will find decent privacy, and the 2024 build means everything feels fresh and reliable.
Smart comfort features This boat punches above its weight for a 37-footer, solar panels, inverter, electric toilet, and a sprayhood make cruising genuinely pleasant. The lazy jack and bag system mean sail handling is nearly effortless, and Wi-Fi onboard is a genuine bonus for anyone who needs to check in with the office between anchorages.
Strong value proposition At this size and age, you're getting a well-equipped, hassle-free platform with a highly-rated operator (5/5 across 12 reviews). The €2,000 deposit is reasonable, and extras like the dinghy, snorkeling kit, and SUP are included, no nickel-and-diming.
One note on base location We don't have the charter base listed in your details, so I'd recommend checking with Istion Yachting directly about airport logistics, transfer times and English-speaking support matter when flying long-haul from the US or northern Europe.
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Where Charters WentTop Stop: Uvala Raduča Mala, 24% of trips
Here is where charter yachts tracked by AIS spent their nights on round trips from Šibenik, Vodice and Skradin 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.
Uvala Raduča Mala appeared on 24% of trips, Maslinica on 14% and Rogoznica and Zlarinska riva each on 13%. Uvala Raduča Mala and Zlarinska riva shared the first-night lead at 8%, while Uvala Raduča Mala led last nights at 12%. The furthest straight-line point from base was 20 to 40 nm on 38% of trips and 40 to 60 nm on 32%.
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 Šibenik, Vodice and Skradin, we're happy to talk through your plans.
- Uvala Raduča Mala24%
- Maslinica14%
- Velika Stupica14%
These figures cover all charter boats in this area, not this boat alone.
The marina & destination ACI Marina Skradin · Croatia
Based at ACI Marina Skradin, Croatia . First Laugh is operated by Istion Yachting.
Good to know
- Location
- ACI Marina Skradin · Croatia
- Licences
- A recognised sailing licence (RYA Day Skipper, ICC, ASA, or equivalent) and VHF radio licence are required for bareboat charter. Sailing CV listing your previous yachts and miles is checked on arrival.
- Security deposit
- €2,000
- 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 there4 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.
Closest for Sukošan, Biograd, and Northern Dalmatia. Direct seasonal flights from London, Manchester, and most German cities.
Central Dalmatia hub: Split, Trogir, Hvar bases. Busiest summer route; expect crowds in July-August.
Southern Dalmatia: Dubrovnik, the Pelješac peninsula, the Elaphiti islands.
Istria: Pula, Rovinj, Poreč. Smaller airport; convenient for Italian and Austrian arrivals.
Possible routes3 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.
Northern Dalmatia & the Kornati Loop
Kornati National Park is empty coves, no shore power, true wilderness sailing. The route most people quietly call their best charter ever.
1Sukošan / Zadar
2Žut
3Telašćica
4Sali (Dugi Otok)
5Sukošan return
Central Dalmatia · the Hvar Circuit
Mixes the lively (Hvar town, Bol beach) with the still untouched (Vis, away from the cruise routes).
1Split
2Brač
3Hvar
4Vis
5Šolta
Istria & Kvarner
Italian-influenced architecture, the warmest water in Croatia by mid-July, fewer charter boats than further south.
1Pula
2Rovinj
3Cres
4Krk
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