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Perfect for families The Dufour 470 is an excellent family cruiser with 4 cabins and space for 11 berths, making it ideal for multi-generational groups or two couples wanting generous comfort. At 14.3m, it's manageable for experienced sailors without feeling cramped.
Well-equipped modern boat This 2023 yacht comes with genuinely useful extras like a bow thruster (brilliant for tight anchorages), lazy jacks and lazy bag (real time-savers when sail handling), electric toilet, and quality navigation kit. The cockpit entertainment setup, speakers, bimini, and barbecue, makes socialising on deck a genuine pleasure.
Solid value proposition A relatively modest €3,500 deposit and solid build quality from Dufour mean you're getting a straightforward, reliable boat without paying premium pricing. The 5/5 rating from Parallelo 38 is encouraging, though the small review sample means it's worth reaching out directly.
Operator experience check Parallalo 38 is your handling team, so confirm they offer direct support during your charter, timezones and language matter when you're flying long-haul. Request specifics on their on-water assistance, response times, and whether English is their working language.
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Based at Capo d'Orlando Marina, in Capo d'Orlando, Italy. Iside is operated by Parallelo 38 Charter.
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Capo d'Orlando Marina sits on Sicily's north coast, offering immediate access to the Tyrrhenian Sea and the Aeolian Islands; week one typically involves motor-sailing or light reaching to Lipari, Vulcano, and Salina, with the prevailing northwesterlies allowing comfortable passages of 15-25 nautical miles between anchorages. The marina provides a practical base for exploring protected anchorages around Panarea and Stromboli before returning westward along the Sicilian coast toward the Cefalù area, giving you a mix of overnight anchorages, small harbors, and volcanic scenery without long open-water passages.
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