Kind of Blue (Hanse custom Italian sea group)

Marina di Portisco

Kind of Blue
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Weekly prices€10,000 · 26 Sep – 3 OctAvailability on application
Weeks near your datesscroll for more
26 Sep€10,000
3 Oct€10,000
10 Oct€10,000
17 Oct€10,000
24 Oct€10,000
31 Oct€10,000
7 Nov€10,000
14 Nov€10,000
21 Nov€10,000
28 Nov€10,000
5 Dec€10,000
12 Dec€10,000
19 Dec€10,000
26 Dec€10,000
SailCheckerThe Art of Charter
Specifications & Equipment2 cab · 4 berths · 2 wc18.5m · 2019 · Sail boat
Length18.5m
Beam5.2m
Cabins2
Berths4
WC2
Year2019
TypeSail boat
What KateBot thinksStrengths and trade-offsKateBot generated · ~200 words

Perfect for couples With just two cabins and four berths total, Kind of Blue suits couples or small families wanting an intimate sailing experience without the crew overhead of a larger vessel. The 2019 Hanse 575 is modern enough to feel comfortable, yet manageable for those with reasonable sailing experience.

Well-equipped cruiser This boat doesn't skimp on creature comforts, you've got air conditioning, heating, a water maker for extended cruising, Wi-Fi, and a bow thruster to ease docking in tight spots. The teak deck and bimini top add that touch of classic yacht elegance while keeping you protected from the elements.

Smart charter value A zero deposit is genuinely unusual and removes friction from booking, which is excellent news for international clients flying in from the US or Europe. At 18.5 metres, you're getting a capable cruising boat that won't require a professional skipper (unless you want one), keeping your overall costs down.

One realistic note Two cabins means limited privacy if you're chartering with another couple, the galley and saloon become your shared living space, so group dynamics matter. That said, if you're sailing with one other couple who you know well, this becomes a genuine advantage rather than a drawback.

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.

The marina & destination Marina di Portisco · ItalyMarina di Portisco

Based at Marina di Portisco, Italy . Kind of Blue is operated by d'Este Yacht Charter.

Good to know Location · Licences · Cancellation
Location
Marina di Portisco · 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.
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 nearbyFlights to Italy

The nearest international airports for this base, with a quick note on which suits which marina. Final transfer arrangements are confirmed at quote time.

NaplesNAP~60 km · 1.5 h

Amalfi Coast: Salerno, Capri, Procida bases. Naples is the main hub; train link to the marinas.

OlbiaOLB~10 km · 20 min

Sardinia north coast: Cala dei Sardi, Cannigione, Porto Cervo bases.

PalermoPMO~30 km · 40 min

Sicily and the Aeolian Islands. Daily flights from London and Rome.

Possible routes2 hand-picked itinerariesItaly · west coast & islands

A starting point, not a script: pick one as a template and we'll tailor the dates, stops, and pace to your crew.

Amalfi Coast7 days · ~120 nm · 5 stops

Spectacular but anchorages crowd in July-August. Book restaurant moorings ahead.

1Salerno
Charter base. Spend the first night here before the coast.
2Amalfi
Tie alongside or pick up a mooring outside the breakwater.
3Positano
No marina, moor offshore and tender in. The dramatic photo stop.
4Capri
Marina Grande books months ahead; many boats anchor in Marina Piccola instead.
5Procida
Quieter than Capri, equally pretty. Marina di Corricella has the colourful houses.
Sardinia & La Maddalena7 days · ~140 nm · 4 stops

Turquoise water and granite islands. Two-country tick (Italy + Corsica/France) without long sails.

1Olbia
Charter base.
2Maddalena
Permits required, the park office handles them; budget €20-30 per night.
3Caprera
Garibaldi's island; clear anchorages on the east side.
4Bonifacio
French Corsica: cliff-faced fjord harbour. Stamp the passport. Worth the day.

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