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• SAIL IN COMPANY, EXPLORE ON YOUR OWN

   

  What is a Yacht Rally?

  A Yacht Rally is typically a 10 to 15-day hosted sailing holiday with a series of short fun races with days of leisure in between. There is plenty of freedom to explore on your own, and just enough guidance to take the stress out of your holiday. From the water you will experience your travel adventure from a whole new perspective.
  
  Think sailing, swimming, snorkelling, eating, drinking and socialising. Mix it in with a few fun races and bingo - you have a Mariner Boating Rally! Whether you are a single, couple, group of friends, family or even a non-sailor, there is a place for you.
  

  
  
  Why Go on a Rally?

  
  No Hassles

  The rally format provides the opportunity to get straight into your holiday, without the usual trial and error you could expect when travelling to a new country. You don't have much time on holiday so why waste it  having your head in the guidebook and hoping it's up to date? With our rallies, we do all the planning and leave you free time to really just BE THERE.
  
  

  A Unique Experience

  Sailing is a really unique way to see the countries you are visiting. Waking up in the morning and stepping out on the deck of a yacht in a foreign land is something everyone should experience at least once in well-spent life. There is also something special about visiting a place from the water that can’t be explained – only experienced.
  
  

  Make Friends

  There is no doubt that you will have the opportunity to make life-long friends from the group. The best part is that you will have the support and camaraderie of your fellow travellers but also have the freedom to take time to yourself. It’s a perfect balance and you can participate as much or as little as you like.
  
  

  Our Knowledge

  It is possible to put together a trip like this on your own of course and we can certainly help you plan one. By the time you add up the hidden costs and hassles, though, most people find it much easier and just as cost effective to join us for a rally. We've been there before and know the ins and outs already. Our clients tell us all the time that they had no idea just how much goes into planning and how much more enjoyable their holiday was without having to do it on their own.
  
  

  Anyone can do it!

  The best part about a rally is that ANYONE can do it. It doesn’t matter if you are a long-time sailor or someone giving it a try for the first time. Whether you have a group of people you’d like to travel with or if you are on your own, everyone is welcome. There is nothing we love more than sharing our experience and helping our friends to try something truly unique.
  
  
  
  
  

  
  
  
  
  
  
  How does it work?

  The itinerary may vary slightly for each destination but we generally follow this tried and trusted formula:
  
  • Arrive at your destination and unwind for a night in a luxury hotel.
  • Next day, transfer to your yacht at the marina and settle into life on-board
  • The following morning, become acquainted with the yacht before our fleet sets off to the first port of call
  • Anchor or moor and spend the evening at leisure - get to know your fellow “ralliers”
  • Next day, after a briefing, cruise to a nearby bay and relax with lunch and a swim before the “race” begins to the next port of call
  • Racing for sheep stations is optional – we are all heading in the same direction anyway so why not make it interesting!
  • On completing the race, we have arranged berthing for the evening as well as a celebratory prize giving dinner
  • Now it’s time to explore your destination. The next day is at your own leisure – a helpful newsletter provided by us will get you on the right track.
  • This is the pattern for the remainder of the rally. Race, Eat, Explore and repeat!

  Inclusions

  • Luxury Hotel Accommodation
  • Yacht technical assistance 24/7
  • Hosted by Mariner Boating Holidays staff - with 35 years of experience and a vast local knowledge
  • 6 to 7 Celebratory Dinners
  • Yacht berthing on race days
  • Optional local onshore excursions
  • Your place on a fully equipped bareboat yacht charter
  • Dinghy and outboard motor
  • One way fees if applicable
  • Transit log / Required Yacht documentation
  • Change of bed linen and bath towels
  • End of charter yacht cleaning
  • Race management and post-race prizes
  • Transfers where applicable
  • Regular newsletters with local information
  • Rally souvenir sailing vest

  Bonus Extras

  • Emergency assistance
  • Social interaction with locals and fellow “ralliers”
  • Planned itinerary – semi structured with personal flexibility
  • Chart briefing on race days
  • Yacht berthing assistance
  • One way itinerary where applicable

  
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  If you can dream it – you can do it!

• Croatia

  With over a thousand islands and 4,000 km of coastline, the Adriatic is one of the best cruising destinations in the world. This area averages over 2,600 hours of sunshine per year and has an impressive chain of immaculately clean full service marinas with water, electricity,  super markets and laundry facilities - it really is hard to beat. Read more

  

  Greece

  Boasting over 20,000 km of coastline and approximately 1,400 islands, 227 of which are inhabited, this is a great sailing destination. Each island displays its own unique flavour and proud heritage. Most are barren and rocky but some surprise the visitor with fertile valleys where figs, grapes, olives and vegetables are farmed.
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  Italy

  From Sicily in the south to Elba in the north the western shores of Italy offer a wonderful cruising destination.
  When cruising the Tuscan coast cross between the coast and through the islands of Elba and Giglio 10 miles away. Harbours are slightly sparser along this coast, which includes the major port of Livorno as well as marinas at Marina di Carrara, Viareggio, Salivoli, Talamone, Santo Stefano, Punta Ala Marina, Porto Ercole and Marina di Cala Galera.
  The Tyrrhenian Coast is the most populated part of the Italian shoreline, including the major cities of Rome and Naples. The Pontine Islands of Ponza, Ventotene, Ischia, can lead into a cruise along the Amalfi Coast and take in Capri. Read more

  

  Turkey

  With kilometer after kilometer of coastline, with three different seas surrounding three sides; Tukey is a superb sailing destination.
  
  The shores are laced with beaches, bays, coves, ports, islands and peninsulas. There are high rocky mountains , green valleys, lakes, rivers and waterfalls. There are unique rambling archaeological sites to explore.  A flourishing hotel and tourist infrastructure and an ancient tradition of hospitality greet the visitor. Read more

  

  Malaysia

  Langkawi is the largest island in Malaysia and is situated on the north east coast just south of Thailand. It makes for the perfect starting point or finishing point for a “one way” sailing holiday!  
  
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  Thailand

  A sailing holiday in Thailand gives you access to the buzz and activilty of places like Phuket and still be able to retreat to quite islolated places. You can tour through neighbouring countries to get a feel for the melting pot of cultures that makes this region unique or there is plenty to see just pottering around these lush island groups.  Read more

  

  Antigua and Barbuda

  Horatio Nelson first established Britain’s most important Caribbean base on Antigua. The Royal Navy then set up a British colony here. Antigua has a complex coastline of safe harbours, and a protective wall of coral reef. These reefs, once the bane of marauding enemy ships, now attract snorkelers and scuba divers from all over the world Read more

  

  Tahiti

  French Polynesia is a scattering of 118 islands; four major achipelagos spread out in an area roughly the size of Europe. Papeete on Tahiti is the capital.
  
  The Society Islands which include Raiatea, Huahine, Bora Bora, and Tahaa are the most popular sailing grounds in Tahiti. These islands are about four hour sail apart in open seas and then a sheltering reef surrounds each island making a relaxing cruising holiday option.
  
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• INCLUSIONS:

  
  

  Luxury Hotel Accommodation

  No need to jump straight on the yacht after your long journey from Australia. Relax in comfort with pre and post rally accommodation included in most rally
  packages.
   

  A Fully equipped charter yacht

  It wouldn’t be a yacht rally without the yacht, so your place on the boat is of course included. Depending on the rally we have a large range of yachts available.
   

  Yacht technical assistance 24/7

  We pride ourselves on choosing the best charter operators, however you need to be prepared so we always take a local yacht technician with us. If you have any issues with the boat, they are there to assist – 24/7.
   

  Mariner Boating Staff

  We are here to answer any questions you may have and to ensure you have the sailing experience of a lifetime.
   

  Yacht berthing and celebratory dinners on race days

  After each “race”, you can be assured a nights berthing and dinner at a local restaurant.
   

  Optional local onshore excursions

  Every second day is a free day and we often organise impromptu tours for those
  Interested
   

  All those little charter extras

  Don’t worry we have thought of it all - Dinghy and outboard motor, end-of-charter cleaning, One-way charter fees, bed linen and towels – you name it!
   

  Regular newsletters

  With all of the freedom its nice to have a little guidance here and there, so we provide regular newsletters along the route top keep you well informed of local attractions and news
   

  Race Management and Prize

  They’re lighthearted and fun, but races all the same so you can expect prizes after each race – some serious and some not so serious
   

  Rally souvenir Sailing vest

  This is no ordinary vest, for every Mediterranean Yacht Rally you will receive a SLAM Summer Sailing Vest to commemorate your time on the rally

• Aegean Yacht Rally 2013

  The Rally through the Greek Dodecanese Islands
  and along the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. Greece and Turkey straddle the invisible border between Europe and Asia. Cultural differences are apparent to the visitor, yet along the coast a Mediterranean lifestyle is common to both countries. Trevor and Maggie Joyce lived in Greece for many years and sailed these waters extensively - so share their knowledge and make your cruising experience complete. Read more

  

  Italian Job Yacht Rally 2013

  Be dazzled by the Sorrentine Peninsula of Italy and the rugged Amalfi coast which beguiles travellers with grottos, craggy cliffs and shimmering bays. Explore the lesser known islands in the Bay of Naples. In addition to Sorrento and the towns of the Amalfi coast we will stop off to visit the Doric temples of Paestum from Agropoli. We sail into Capri and mingle with the locals. Read more

  

  Croatia Yacht Rally 2013

  The Adriatic Coast of Croatia offers incredible scenery, crystal clear seas, flat-water sailing, fascinating history, impressive medieval walled cities, great food, great people, great post race party venues and plenty to do on the lay days. Our fleet of Beneteau First 45's will ensure close One-Design competition on our "race" days. Read more

  

  Kornati Yacht Rally 2013

  Accompanying the Kornati Yacht Rally this year is professional travel photographer Tim Wheeler. He will be on hand every day with photographic coaching, advice and guidance. Tim will be conducting five photo work-shops in idyllic locations during the cruise. Read more

  

  Lycian Coast Yacht Rally 2013

  The Lycian coast of Turkey from Marmaris to Antalya is a coast of limitless fascination and astonishing beauty, with huge dramatic mountains rising 2,000 metres above rocky headlands, idyllic beaches and sheltered bays.

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  Thai-Langkawi Yacht Rally 2014

  Sail flat on a luxury cat! Cruise with fellow cat lovers through the less visited Thai islands of the southern Andaman Sea and along the coast and islands of Malaysian Langkawi.
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  Caribbean Canter Yacht Rally 2014

  Take advantage of the strength of the Aussie dollar as you combine a cruise through the Caribbean Leeward Islands between Antigua and St Martin. Compare the French influences of St Barts and St Martin with the more English origins in Antigua, Nevis and St Kitts as you sail down-current on the Easterly Trade Winds under the Caribbean sun. Read more

  

  Sail Tahiti Yacht Rally 2014

  Join us on this cruise through the spectacular Leeward Islands of French Polynesia – you will easily understand why the Bounty crew mutinied in this tropical paradise! Read more

  

  Greek Island Odyssey 2014

  Sail through these unique Greek islands - famous worldwide for their rough, rocky and elemental landscapes, white washed houses, windmills, narrow paths full of flowers and brilliant clear blue seas. Read more

  

  Croatia Yacht Rally 2014

  Sail the amazing islands of the Dalmatian Coast from Split to Dubrovnik, in company with a group of like-minded yachties and on one of ten identical Beneteau First 45 yachts. Read more

  

  French Riviera Yacht Rally 2014

  Sail the super glamorous French Riviera on a yacht, the only way to truly appreciate what this amazing coast has to offer - French culture, style, cuisine, natural beauty and history.  Read more

  

  Skandiva Yacht Rally 2014

  Soak up the Nordic sun in the picture-perfect isles of the Swedish archipelago. The Skandiva Yacht Rally visits this famous, but unspoiled, cruising area - taking in the best that Northern Europe has to offer. Read more

  

  Bonifacio Yacht Rally 2014

  Sail the spectacular Costa Smerelda and the Maddalena Islands of Sardinia – add a little of French Corsica with Bonifacio, Lavezzi, and Porto Vecchio.  Read more

  

  Lycian Coast Yacht Rally 2014

  On the Lycian coast of Turkey dramatic mountains rise 2,000 metres above rocky pine-clad headlands, idyllic beaches and sheltered bays. Explore ancient sites and bays in the Gulf of Fetihye before sailing to the towns of Kalkan, Kas and the Greek island of Kastellorizo. Read more

  

• 2014 Early Bird Specials

  Book a place on a 2014 Rally before July 1, 2013 and get AUD$300 of per person*!
   

  Choose now from our 2014 events to save:

  Thai-Langkawi Yacht Rally - 4 to 19 January

  Caribbean Canter - 23 February to 10 March

  Sail Tahiti Yacht Rally - 13 to 23 April

  Greek Island Odyssey - 23 May to 7 June

  Croatia One-Design Rally - 13 to 29 June

  French Riviera Yacht Rally - 4 to 20 July

  New! Skandiva Yacht Rally - 25 July to 9 August
  
  Bonifacio Yacht Rally - 24 August  to 13 September

  Lycian Coast Yacht Rally - 19 September to 5 October

  
  *Early Bird Specials for 2014 Mariner Boating Yacht Rallies are valid for sale from 17 May 2013 until 1 July, 2013 and apply to new bookings only. A completed booking form and a deposit of AUD$1,500 per person is required to confirm a booking. The Early Bird discount will be applied to the balance for deposits received by Monday, 1 July 2013. All remaining balances are subject to our standard booking terms and conditions. All Early Bird Specials will become invalid and removed from the booking in the event the required deposit payment is made after 1 July 2013, after which regular pricing will apply.

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• Suffice to say, that it was the most fantastic holiday that exceeded all of our expectations.
  
  Croatia Yacht Rally 2004

  Martin & Annie Bennett – Croatia Rally 2004

  Destination: Mediterranean

  Experience: Yacht Rallies

  We have only recently returned from Europe and we must tell you that we had a fantastic time on the Rally.
  
  Not only was it superbly organised and run by you and your fantastic staff, but the open and friendly camaraderie of all the participants made it a very relaxing and enjoyable holiday.
  
  Aegean Yacht Rally 2007

  Norma Burke & Ron Spinner

  Destination: Mediterranean

  Experience: Yacht Rallies

  I want to tell you how much I enjoyed our trip to Tahiti with you, Trevor and all our fellow sailors – in a word – FABULOUS!
  
  Tahiti Nui Yacht Rally - 2002

  Rob Green

  Destination: South Pacific

  Experience: Yacht Rallies

  …I want to compliment you upon the detail of the organisation. This proceeded without any visible hitch. … We enjoyed the regatta and the short break on Moorea very much.
  
  Tahiti Nui Yacht Rally 2002

  Robert Lewin

  Destination: South Pacific

  Experience: Yacht Rallies

  …thanks for organising such a great holiday! We had a fantastic time. It was a huge task pleasing so many but you all succeeded with flying colours!
  
  Tahiti Rally 2001

  Susan Jones

  Destination: South Pacific

  Experience: Yacht Rallies

  We had a fabulous time. The boat was truly a dream - please tell Trevor that I will never doubt his recommendations again! It was worth every penny!
  
  Andreas was great, the boat was great, the people were great, the food was great, and the weather was great and the wine was, well let’s not get carried away, but not bad. Thanks again for all your help… can’t wait until the next time.
  
  Croatia Yacht Rally 2004

  Pip Lavis

  Destination: Mediterranean

  Experience: Yacht Rallies
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