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by Ultra Sailing Team
Why is this event important to us?
This is our 22nd time at Biograd boat show. First of all, the venue, as it is held in a natural environment in the beautiful marina Kornati, which makes transfer and presentation of sailing yachts that much easier.
Then there is time of year which is prefect for any kind of nautical event, with the weather still being rather nice and sunny, plus the warm sea reserved for the bravest among us.
As always, you can take a look at new models, innovations, boat equipment and used boats. For a second year in a row, there is a separate B2B event which is reserved for charter stands and seminars. All of the above is why we are here for the 22nd time.
Boat show in mid of the second wave of Covid-19?
This year all of us are dealing with circumstance not before experienced in our lifetime; due to Covid-19 second wave, we could only see each other’s eyes as smiles were kept under masks which we so diligently wore, all the while keeping social distance of course. We were surprised by the many that came from inland, in dire need of fresh air, and fed up with the depressing stories from the media. One thing we noticed is that in addition to visitors, boat and sea lovers, there were a lot of residential sailing and motor boats, mostly occupied by people from Switzerland, Austria, Slovakia and Czech Republic. Only ones missing were the charter agents from abroad, with whom we held Zoom meetings which were kindly provided by the B2B part of the boat show, so there was communication albeit virtual.
In Hall D/B where the charter fleets were stationed, virtual meetings were mostly held. As this was an indoor part of the boat show, there weren’t a lot of visitors. Here the Charter Association meeting was held to discuss burning issues regarding this strange season behind us. A part of the charter fleets did not have a stand this year but opted to only be present with the vessels and kept all of the presentations outside. Even though there was a considerably fewer number of our colleagues present with their fleets, it is always nice to see them and catch up, all at a distance of course 🙂
Which Beneteau sailing boats did we exhibit this year?
Beneteau First Yacht 53 “Zenith”
Right at the entrance, Ultra as the official dealer for Beneteau aroused attention with 3 new models. Of which the brand new First Yacht 53 turned most heads, as it is the only model in Croatia. Delivered in July of 2020, this was the premiere in Croatia. Two parallel test sailings were done in More magazine, and Yachts Croatia. Sailing enthusiasts were sure not to miss this.
COCKPIT AND DECK of the First 53 Yacht is a lucky combination of classic and modern, with the cockpit being inspected to the smallest details in order to have enough space to relax, but not to interfere with maneuvering and sailing. With the clean, straight teak deck and elegant modern look designed by Lorenzo Argento, it has all the traits of a luxury sailing yacht. For regatta enthusiats, this vessel has a storage of 2,4m2 under the stern platform to keep the sails or a dinghy.
INTERIOR First 53 Yacht:
Modern, minimalistic decorum of the interior is definitely „avant-garde“ in boating as with all Beneteau sailing yachts. Relaxing zone is what is accented on this boat, across from whihc lies the table and the galley. This sailing yacht comes in a light interior, with the master cabin being the most desirable.
Where to rent or test First 53?
This sailing yacht is located in the ACI marina Split as part of Ultra sailing fleet. It can be rented only with our (co-)skipper. Prices range from 5.900€ up to 12.900€ for one week. Details on purcahing this boat are listed on official website of Beneteau Croatia, with basic price being 495.900€ (excl. VAT)
Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 “Princess Mia”
Beneteau Oceanis 46.1 – Princess Mia is a sailing yacht with 5 cabins built in 2020 and moored in ACI maria Split in Croatia.
It sleeps up to 12 persons in 4 double cabins, 1 with bunk beds and 2 persons sleeping in the salon. It has 3 heads with shower , and is equipped with solar panels, bimini, sprayhood, bow thruster, flat screen TV, heating, audio system and cockpit speakers. Galley is fully equipped with microwave oven, fridge, freezer, stove, oven. Big and spacious cockpit is a great solution for bigger groups.
Available for bareboat charter, weekly rental price for Oceanis 46.1 range from 2.835€ up to 5.750€ in peak season. Oceanis 46.1 in its owner version with 4 cabins is available in Pomer-Pula (Istria). All details for purchasing this boat are available on Beneteau Croatia- Ultra d.o.o website. Basic price excl. VAT is 235.000€.
Beneteau Oceanis 30.1 “Mobula Zero”
This is the 2nd time we have exhibited this model as it has proven very popular among private buyers, as well as couples and families for charter in Croatia.
This 2 cabin layout is sufficient and really practical for the Adriatic, and in this pandemic season, our most requested model. A few phots were made for this blog after its first year in charter. Purchase base price is 72.720€ (excl. VAT), displayed on official Beneteau Croatia website.
Price for rental of a charter week for Oceanis 30.1 (from Split or Pula) ranges from 1.200€ up to 2.350€.
And what about catamarans..?
Catamaran Elba 45 – Princess Valeria
Elba 45 premiere finally happened..! This model came out of Fountaine Pajot shipyard with a two month delay due to the pandemic, so it arrived to Croatia in July. Since then it has been chartered by the Fountaine Pajot admirers. Now for the first time it opened its doors at the 22nd Biograd Boat Show. Photos and videos we took show the spaciousness and modern look of this amazing catamaran.
It is available bareboat charter, with weekly charter price from 4.900€ up to 10.900€ in peak season. Layout is with 4 double cabins i 1 skipper cabin in the front. It is fully equipped and registered fro 10 persons.
Very popular to purchase, with a delivery date of over 10 months, base price is 475.567€ (excl. VAT), extra equipment and transfer prices are visible on Ultra d.o.o. website who is an official dealer of Fountaine Pajot catamarans in Croatia.
Elba 45 – saloon 
Catamaran Astrea 42 – Ocean runner
Somewhat smaller model than Elba 45 – Astrea 42 has the layout with 4 cabins and 2 skipper cabins in the front. Take a look at the photos and enjoy its spacious layout ideal for being at sea. This catamaran is equipped with AC, generator heating, radar, so it is fully self sufficient and ideal for isolation that have become our everyday life.
Catamaran charter price range from 4.300€- 8.800€ in high season. Astrea 42 is registered for 12 persons and as Elba 45, available from our Ultra sailing base Trogir, Marina Baotic to be exact. Only 12 km distanced from Split airport it is one of the newer, more modern marinas with parking, supermarkets, restaurants, hotel, swimming pool etc..
Basic purchase price for private use or charter management is 371.568€ (excl. VAT), extra equipment and transfer prices are visible on Ultra d.o.o. website who is an official dealer of Fountaine Pajot in Croatia.
