YACHTING ALPHABET

Learn basics of yachting terminology

A

Agent is designated person ashore appointed by Captain or management company that helps with anything crew or guests might need while in area covered. Agents sort out all matters requested to make stay of their clients as pleasant as possible.

Anchor is large piece of metal usually on chain which is used to secure yacht position by attaching to sea bottom. Also used as verb, meaning that yacht will be out of marina, floating in some bay or place of interest.

APA is common word in chartering of yachts, meaning advance provisioning allowance. It is payment usually in range from 20% to 40% used to cover all guest expenses that are not included in charter fee, such as fuel, provisioning, transportation, agency costs, berths etc. In most cases charter fee includes renting of the yacht, wages of the employed crew and their supplies and all equipment onboard, all other expenses are considered as extras and are paid from APA.

AIS is tracking system for yachts which provides real time data all over the world.

Air draft is usually referred to the highest point of the yacht, usually particularly important for large sailing yachts as in many countries there are limitations in some areas. It is measured from water to the top of the yachts most prominent point.

B

Berth has two meanings; one is place in marina where yacht or boat stays while spending time there. Also, it is referred as bed, or place for sleeping onboard.

Bow is most forward part of the boat hull, usual pointy or narrow for smoother water breaking.

Bridge is place of command onboard; it is where deck officers perform their duty and where they monitor all boat operations.

Bollard usually piece of metal strongly attached to dock that is used to secure boats position when lines are tied to it.

Broker is person or company that is in between of buyer and seller of yacht, they are also involved of promotion of yachts for sale all over world.

C

Crew represents all personnel employed onboard of a yacht taking care of works and operations.

CoR is short for Certificate of Registration, representing one of yacht main documents as it states all details and particular of the vessel as well as ownership details. It is issued by country in which yacht is registered in.

Captain or often referred as Master is person onboard who oversees all boat operations, highest rank, and responsibility onboard.

Charter in yachting terminology is hiring of yacht or boat for a limited period, base charter duration is usually seven days, but it can be agreed on any period, for pleasure or business purposes.

Clearance formalities are performed on arrival and departure from any country, also known as check-in and check-out and they consist of taking care of police, customs, immigration, harbor masters authorities so that boat and everything on board (crew, guests, pets, items) are reported and legally signed in or out of certain county.

D

Deck is what you called level of the yacht, going all the way from front to the back and creating floors. Smaller yacht has two or three decks but on mega yachts sometimes it can be even more than five or six deck, some of them above and some of them below waterline, usually for engine and technical departments.

Duty-Free Fuel is referred to fuel taken on departure from certain country or under special conditions, which can be up to 70% less expensive than regular fuel making it especially important as it is one of the largest expenses on yachts.

Dry dock is special construction capable of lifting boats out of the water for repairs. When mentioned as “we need to dry dock” means that yacht will go for repair or inspection in shipyard.

Draught or Draft represents number from waterline of the boat to its lowest point under. It is minimum of water lever required for some boat to sail.

Delivery in yachting terminology is moving boat from one place to another, often by hiring external professional crew, or it represent timing when newbuild yacht will be ready for hand over to owner.

E

ETA is short word commonly used in yachting and shipping, meaning estimated time of arrival, which is essential for planning of trips and all other plans.

ENG1 is special medical certificate often asked for on larger yachts as it is issued by approved doctors and requested mostly by UK flagged yachts.

F

Flag represents territory under which boat is registered. Main flag or flag of registration needs to be visible all the time. There is also courtesy flag representing country in which territory yacht is sailing and it is usually next to registration flag or on high point of the ship representing token of respect to host country.

G

GMDSS is short word for international distress and safety signal. Officers on board need to have valid license when in charge of boat operations.

Gangway is walkway at the and or side of the yacht used for entry or exit on board. It is considered polite to ask person in charge onboard for permission before stepping on it.

Galley is different name for kitchen on yachts.

Guests are considered all persons onboard that are not crew, usually owners or charterers and their guests.

H

Hull is referred to the essential part of the boat that is in contact with water which enables floating of the vessel. It does not include superstructure, engines, or mast if it is sailing boat.

Homeport in most cases is port where yachts stay most of their time during the year or from, they start and end their charters most of the time. It can be also referred to the port of registration.

Harbor Master’s Office represent authorities that are in charge for all operations on sea in one country. They take care of all boats that come and go from some area, and they are taking care that all maritime related documents are in accordance whit regulations of the host country.

I

Interior is inside of the yacht, beside bridge, garage, and technical department. It is where guest stay and spend their time onboard. Usually fitted with most luxurious materials with unique details.

Itinerary represents some plans for trips during cruising or chartering of the. It can be for some specific period, or for some specific area depending on the demand of the client, usually it is provided from agent or some local guide.

IMO number is called specific seven signs number that is unique for every vessel, and it is registered with International Maritime Organization.

J

Junior crew are usually less experienced crew in yachting, kind of apprentices, who are completely new to yachting or transferring from different sectors in maritime that need to adapt and learn basics of yachting.

Jetty is called part of the marina where boats can be moored, or it serves as breakwater for protection of the marina or harbor.

K

Knot is measurement for speed on water, it is calculated as one nautical mile per hour.

L

Lines are called ropes, chains or cables that are used to dock boat safely to buoy, bollard, or shoreline to keep it secured in position.

LoA is longest measurement for yachts, as it means length overall and it includes any addons, platforms or anything else that is above waterline and is part of the ship.

M

Master Bedroom is called most luxurious bedroom onboard, not to be confused with Master (Captain), as this is room reserved for owner of the yacht or main charterer and it is always considered as best room on yacht.

Mooring, similar meaning as lines, and often name for two lines that are for bow of the boat

MYBA is world know association in yachting, which preserves high standards in yachting business, especially in chartering and brokerage.

Mast on sailing boats is high standing pole that sails are attached to,

N

Nautical mile is main unit in maritime. All measurements are told in miles, and it is 1852 meters, not to be mistaken for land mile which is 1609 meters.

O

Overboard is accident when someone falls of the ship, it is emergency that require assistance of anyone available in vicinity.

P

Port side is called left side of the vessel when front facing bow. Both sides have their distinctive names so that crew can know at any time when speaking. When onboard in communication it is never used left or right side.

Provisioning is suppling yacht with all necessary items for their time on the sea. It includes all basic items such as food, beverages, items, oils, spares etc.

Pilot is designated person appointed by government or authorities of certain area to assist all vessels to navigate that area due to safety reasons. Usually in and out of ports, harbors, or some specific areas, such as bays, straights or around islands.

Q

Qualifications are called basic certificates that any crew member should obtain when preparing to work onboard. Usually they are basic STCW certificate, medical examination proofs, drug and alcohol test, small boat license for tender operations or some advanced certificates for higher ranks or various positions. Stewardess position sometime require Food and Hygiene certificates.

R

Refit works means repairing or replacing of certain parts of the yachts that can be done afloat or in shipyards. It can be an aesthetic refit meaning that only some interior parts will be changed, such as furniture, AV/TV equipment or modernization of existing systems.

Regatta is a maritime event that includes many boats, usually sailing, in journey from one place to another for pleasure or as a competition.

S

Starboard is called right side of the vessel when front facing bow.

Stern is back of the boat, usually where propulsion system is located.

Skipper is other name for person in charge of the boat, but it usually is used for captains on smaller yachts or tenders.

Sailing yacht is type of yacht that uses sails as its main way of propulsion. Most of the sailing yachts have auxiliary engine as well, and there are yachts that uses engine as primary propulsion system but have sails when crew or owner wants to use them for recreation.

STCW stands for Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for seafarers and it is world known type of certification that every mariner needs to have to be eligible to join any yacht or vessel.

SoF is common yachting terminology referring to south of France, area covering from Italy to Spain, but in most cases, it is from Nice to Marseille.

T

Tender is smaller boat that is used as way of transport if yacht is on anchor or to cover short distances without moving main boat. It is used for watersports, supplies, or any other things. In most cases it can be lifted on the yacht or fitted in garage, or it is towed behind with lines. If it goes on its own behind or in front of the yacht it is called chase boat as well.

Toys are all complementary equipment, items, devices or addons on yacht. They can be jet skis, water slides, RIBs, SUPs, water cities, inflatable platforms or any other items that are for pleasure.

Transit log is permit from authorities of certain area to cruise, pass or stay for limited period. Usually, it is obtained before or immediately upon arrival.

Thruster is auxiliary propulsion device located on bow (bow thruster) or stern (stern thruster) that ease maneuvering of the yacht or tender.

U

Unmooring is procedure of letting loos lines and departing location where yacht has been moored.

V

Vignette is different name for transit log, in Montenegro it is called like that, and it can be obtained for period up to one year in harbor masters office when all required documents are presented and checked.

VHF in common language refer to radio stations that are used for communication between crew, with authorities, or other vessels within range. Main VHF channel is 16 in most countries.

W

Winch is device that is used for winding ropes onboard, on motor yachts it is used for maneuvering and pulling of the mooring lines, and on sailing yachts it is used for sails as well.

Waterline is straight line where water is on the side of the yacht in normal state. It is one of important measures in shipping.

X

Xebec is special type of the sailing ship typical for Mediterranean area.

Y

Yacht is vessel typically used for pleasure purposes, but it can be used competitive in races or regattas. Nowadays there is huge variation in sizes, shapes, and models all of them with some distinctive modifications. If it is used only by owner and its closest relatives and family it is private yacht, and if it is used for chartering and business purposes then it is commercial yacht.

Yacht Agent Montenegro is your true and reliable partner in Montenegro and Adriatic. With more then seven years we can provide all services for all sizes of yachts. We have established cooperation with partners in Albania, Croatia, Italy, and Greece so through our network you can travel with ease and be sure that you are covered with highest level of service possible.

Z

Zero speed stabilization is technology that enables yachts and boats to remain without unpleasant movements when out on the sea, even when they are anchored.

Update Montenegro - August 5, 2020.

International maritime traffic is performed with countries and across the territory of countries from the 'green list,' consisting of: EU Member States, Algeria, Andorra, Australia, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Barbados, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Costa Rica, Cuba, Fiji, Georgia, Iceland, Indonesia, Jamaica, Japan, Jordan, Lebanon, Liechtenstein, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mauritius, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Norway, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, Russia, Senegal, Seychelles, South Korea, Switzerland, Tajikistan, Thailand, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Venezuela, Vietnam and Zambia. 

'Yellow list': Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Kosovo, Israel and Singapore. 

At the session of the National Coordination Body for Communicable Diseases, the list of countries whose residents can enter Montenegro was updated. From 04. August 2020. residents of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Azerbaijan will be allowed to enter Montenegro without additional conditions.

                  

If you and your crew meet all of these conditions you are welcome to come to Montenegro without any additional restrictions:

* If you, your crew or guests are residents of one of the countries from the green list, or has stayed in the country from the green list, for at least 15 days before entering Montenegro;
* If in the period from the 15th day before entering Montenegro to the day of entry, you, your crew or guests did not stay in any of the countries not included in the green list of countries;
* You, your crew or guests did not travel to any of the countries or through any of the countries not included in the green list of countries, except in transit.

Also, with the negative PCR, ELISA or ECLIA test for COVID-19, which is no older than 72 hours:

* If you, your crew or guests are residents from one of the countries from the previous 'green list' or 'yellow list' or have stayed in the country from the previous 'green list' or 'yellow list' for at least 15 days before entry to Montenegro;
* In the period from the 15th day before entering Montenegro to the day of entry, he or she did not stay in any of country out of the previous 'green list' or this 'yellow list';
* He or she did not travel through one of the countries out of the previous 'green list' and 'yellow list' of countries, except in transit.

NOTE: The obligation of having a test does NOT apply to children under the age of five.

A new marina and maritime border crossing in Montenegro

D-Marin Portonovi marina 

A new marina in Montenegro, D-Marin Portonovi, is the part of the luxury Portonovi Resort, which opened its doors August 1 this year. It is located at the entrance to the picturesque Boka Bay and it is the perfect starting point for exploring the riches of Montenegro.

D-Marin Portonovi marina (Source: Portonovi)

The marina has 238 berths for residential and visiting yachts, up to 70 meters inside the marina and 120 meters on the outer side of the south breakwater. It is surrounded by a wealth of amenities, including high-end shops, plus a range of fine dining restaurants serving a variety of cuisines from Montenegrin to Asian, cocktail bars, lounges, cafés. 

Supported by excellent marina services, short and long term berthing services, including duty-free fuel supply, the Portonovi marina will for sure provide you the world-class service. 

Call: VHF 16

GPS coordinates of D-Marin Portonovi Marina:

· N 42.44
· E 18.59

Position of the marina Portonovi on Google Maps.

New maritime border crossing '' Port of Kumbor - Portonovi ''

Portonovi Resort

Opening of the marina, a new maritime border crossing '' Port Kumbor - Portonovi '' officially opened too. 

As they say from the marina, the border crossing is permanent, it will work all year long, while it is working hours conditioned by Harbor Master's office hours, 07:00 h - 19:00 h, with occasional pauses. As far as police and customs are concerned, they will work in shifts and cover 24h - working hours. 

The border crossing is intended first for the needs of D-Marin Portonovi marina visitors. 

Berthing and Services

D-Marin Portonovi (Source: Portonovi)

General Services:

- 24-hour water supply;
- 24-hour power supply (220/380 V);
- 24 hrs dock assistance;
- Fuel station (including duty-free fuel supply);
- WC and shower;
- CCTV;
- Wi-Fi;
- Car parking places in the garage – Helipad.

Berthing:

- Berthing capacity: 238 (up to 120 m);
- The marina can support deep draft yachts.

Technical Services:

                                                                          - Black and grey water disposal;

                                                                          - Oil waste disposal;

                                                                          - Other technical services on demand.

The nautical settlement Luštica Bay

Regardless of whether you are oriented towards business, real estate, sailing or travel, the newly opened exclusive nautical settlement Luštica Bay should already be found on your radar. If we say for Montenegro that it is picturesque as an artwork, for Luštica Bay we can say it is a masterpiece in the making. The nautical settlement is located on the idyllic peninsula of Luštica in Tivat and represents a residential tourist destination of Montenegro. The newest luxury destination in Montenegro is located in the southwestern part of the Montenegrin coast, only a few kilometers away from the Tivat airport, and less than two hours drive from Podgorica airport and Dubrovnik airport.

Izvor: www.lusticabay.com

The town will encompass two marinas with 176 berths, seven high-class hotels, an 18-hole golf course with Gery Player signature, a different offer of real estate in the form of apartments, luxury villas and charming hillside townhouses. Luštica Bay will also contain a conference center, school, medical facilities, fire service and police, spa centers etc.

In August 2018., Marina Luštica Bay and Hotel The Chedi, which is the first of the seven planned, were officially opened.

Marina Luštica Bay

Ten years after the opening of Marina Porto Montenegro, another exclusive marina opened in Tivat - Marina Luštica Bay, which is the central point of this nautical settlement.

Its uniqueness is reflected in the fact that it was built on a completely unfinished terrain, the bay of Trašte. In the winter, the waves reach the height up to 7 meters, so two breakwaters are built to maximally protect the marina.

Izvor: www.lusticabay.com

Marine Facilities:

· 176 berths for vessels with a maximum hull length (LOA) ranging from 8 to 40 m;

· Possibility of short-term berthing (lease of daily, monthly and semi-annual connections);

· Possibility of  long-term berthing (lease of connections to 1, 3, 5 years);

· Single and 3-phase electricity;

· Security 00-24h;

· 24h yacht assistance services

· Refuse, grey and black water disposal;

· Wi-Fi internet access;

· Yacht Club.

GPS coordinates of marina Luštica Bay: 42 ° 23'08.2 "N

                                                                 18 ° 39'47.1 "E

The position of marina Luštica Bay on Google Maps

If you decide to sail into this newly built marina and visit Marina Village, we are sure that you will feel the style, comfort and unparalleled service of the staff.

Hotel The Chedi Luštica Bay

In nautical settlement Luštica Bay, Hotel The Chedi Luštica Bay opened the door as the first of the seven planned hotels.

Izvor: www.chedilusticabay.com

The hotel staff will provide you with world-class service and will make you feel like you are home. Hotel The Chedi has 100 rooms, 10 suites and one penthouse, making it one of the largest luxury hotels in this area. This luxury hotel is minimalistic decorated, with attention dedicated to every detail. Within the hotel, there are indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a private beach. Also, the hotel has two restaurants, a spa center, beach bars, a conference hall...

By opening this hotel, in a location which is perfect for those who want to spend an active holiday, enjoying water sports or relaxing on the beach, the tourist offer of catering facilities in the Bay of Kotor has been significantly improved.

For all your additional questions about free berths and reservations in Marina Luštica Bay, as well as reservations at the hotel, contact Yacht Agent Montenegro.

Zimski vez u marini Porto Montenegro – benefiti za vlasnike plovila i posadu

Tivat se nalazi u centralnom dijelu Bokokotorskog zaliva i predstavlja modernu turističku destinaciju interesantnu turistima tokom cijele godine.

Najveća atrakcija kako Tivta, tako i cijelog crnogorskog primorja je svakako marina Porto Montenegro. Nakon samo nekoliko godina postojanja, ova marina važi za jedno od najpopularnijih utočišta za jahte, kao i idealan ''homeport'' na Jadranu. Kombinacija spektakularne destinacije i marine pružiće Vam uslugu na svjetskom nivou. Marina Porto Montenegro raspolaže sa 450 vezova (za plovila dužine od 12m do 250m) i pruža usluge: carinske i imigracione usluge, zakup veza, točenja goriva (gorivo ne podliježe porezu i carini), snabdijevanje vodom i strujom, objekti za nabavku opreme i lokalne popravke/održavanje, odlaganje otpada/otpadnih voda i kanalizacije, Wi-Fi itd.

Pored kratkoročnog zakupa veza, Porto Montenegro omogućava i zakup dugoročnog veznog mjesta do čak 30 godina.

Marina Porto Montenegro

Benefiti za vlasnike

• PDV se obračunava i plaća po sniženoj stopi od 7% za servisne usluge koje se pružaju u marini;
• Crna Gora nije članica EU, pa samim tim obezbjeđuje brojne nautičke benefite;
• S obzirom da se nalazi u prirodno zaštićenoj luci, marina Porto Montenegro nudi maksimalnu sigurnost i zaštitu za jahte, što je svakako jedna od najbitnijih stavki za vlasnike plovila pri izboru zimskog veza.
• Porto Montenegro je udaljen najviše 3 sata avionom od najvećih evropskih gradova, i do njega se može doći preko tri međunarodna aerodroma – aerodrom Tivat (7km), Dubrovnik (46km) i Podgorica (90km). Svi ovi aerodromi dobro su povezani čarter i redovnim letovima, a nude i mogućnosti slijetanja za privatne avione.
• Svaki zakupac veza ima pristup Porto Montenegro Owner’s Club-u, koji nudi širok spektar pogodnosti.

Nautičko naselje - Porto Montenegro

Benefiti za posadu

• Za interesantan sadržaj za posadu u toku zimskog perioda brine se “Crew Club” koji svojim članovima priprema kalendar aktivnosti (degustacija vina, regate, RYA kursevi, planinarenje);
• Crew Club članovima posade obezbjeđuje besplatno korišćenje brvnare u Kolašinu, koja je na 2.5 sata vožnje od marine;
• U sklopu ovog nautičkog naselja uz samo more, nalaze se elitni restorani sa internacionalnim i lokalnim specijalitetima (De Gustibus, Al Posto Giusto, Byblos, Murano), kao i prestižni butici (Excelsior, Fashion Gallery, Genny, Heidi Klein, MaxMara, Misahara, Mooi, Shubeshu i Uzurii);
• Što se tiče noćnog provoda u naselju Porto Montenegro u centru pažnje su nezaobilazni The Clubhouse, club Platinum, Library Bar;
• Kao što smo već napomenuli, Porto Montenegro se nalazi u blizini tri aerodroma - aerodrom Tivat (7km), Dubrovnik (46km) i Podgorica (90km). Svi ovi aerodromi dobro su povezani čarter i redovnim letovima.

Winter berth in Porto Montenegro – Benefits for yacht owners and crew

Tivat is located in the central part of the Boka Bay and represents a modern tourist destination interesting to tourists all year round. The biggest attraction of Tivat and the whole Montenegrin coast is surely the Porto Montenegro marina. After only a couple of years of existence, this marina is one of the most popular yacht shelters, as well as an ideal homeport on the Adriatic. The combination of a spectacular destination and modern marina will offer you a service on a world level.

Marina Porto Montenegro has 450 berths (lengths from 12m to 250m) and provides services: customs and immigration services, berth booking, fuel refueling (tax and duty-free diesel), water and electricity supply, chandlery and local repair/maintenance facilities, refuse, grey and black water disposal, wi-fi, etc.

In addition to the short-term leasing of a berth, Porto Montenegro also allows leasing a long-term berth for up to 30 years.

Marina Porto Montenegro

Benefit for owners

• Porto Montenegro has provided a special offer for the winter season 2018/2019 - "Pay 5, stay 7" where clients get paid for five months, but gets a berth for 7 months. Offer expires end of July 2018. With new updates in the marina, owners will have the opportunity to secure a further 15% discount on selected berths;

• VAT is calculated and paid at a reduced rate of 7% for service provided in the marina;

•  Montenegro is not a member of EU, offering some of the nautical benefits;

• It is located in a naturally protected port, so marina offers maximum safety and protection for yachts, which is certainly one of the most important items in choosing a winter berth; 

• Porto Montenegro is up to three-hour flight from major European cities, and there are three airports nearby: airport Tivat (7 km), airport Dubrovnik (46 km) and Podgorica airport (90 km). All three airports are well connected by regular charter flights and owners can also lend in private jets; 

• Every lease owner has access to the ''Porto Montenegro Owner's Club'', which offers a wide range of benefits.

Nautical village - Porto Montenegro

Benefit for the crew:

• ''Crew Club'' takes care of the interesting activities for the crew community during the winter period, which prepares calendar activities (wine tasting, regattas, RYA courses, hiking) for its members. 

• ''Crew Club'' crew members provide free use of ski resort in Kolasin, which is 2.5hour drive from the marina.

• As a part of this nautical settlement along the sea, there are elite restaurants with international and local specialties (De Gustibus, Al Posto Giusto, Byblos, Murano, One), prestigious boutiques (Excelsior, Fashion Gallery, Genny, Heidi Klein, MaxMara, Misahara, Mooi, Perfume Shop, Shubeshu and Uzurii), luxury villas with beautiful sea view. Regarding the nightlife in Porto Montenegro, in the center of attention are The ClubHouse, Platinum club and Library Bar. 

• As we have already emphasized, there are three airports near Porto Montenegro. All three airports are well connected by regular charter flights.

Four yachting days in Montenegro - itinerary

DAY 1 - BAR - BUDVA

As you come in Montenegro from southern points, you'll have to do your clearance formalities in Port of Bar, so it is great place for you to start your journey here. Morning check in lets you use rest of day in a best possible way.

Upon departure of marina in Bar you'll pass city of Bar, small touristic places of Sutomore and Canj, and then arrive on Queen's Beach (Kraljicina plaza - N 42,2632904 E 18,890086), small, secluded beach which can be approached only by boat. Sandy beach, and perfectly clear water in this natural bay shows. 

Kraljicina plaza (Queen's Beach)

Montenegro in it's true beauty. Since it not overcrowded it is perfect place to rest, swim and enjoy for couple hours. From this point you can go on to historic little town of Petrovac, famous for mosaics dated from Roman period. Now this touristic place offers various restaurants, beach bars and cafes during summer season. If you seek for more private and luxurious places for rest or maybe have a lunch, further on your way to Budva you will find beautiful restaurants which have their own docks, or possibility to meet you with their tenders.

Sveti Stefan peninsula is now high class hotel complex, but around it are beautiful beaches, Milocer (N 42.2602849 E 18.8907645), Przno (N 42.268123, E 18.8898298), Kamenovo (N 42.2749629, E 18.8845378) and many smaller beaches.

Sveti Stefan

As you pass all this beauty you will come to riviera of Budva, one of most famous touristic places in region. You can anchor yourself next to island of St. Nicola or near cape of Zavala, depending on winds, and go with your tender in Dukley marina in Budva, or you can find your berth in marina for night.

Dukley marina-Budva

Budva offer one of best nightlife in Adriatic. World famous open air club Top Hill is just one of more then hundred places where you can go out. You can take a walk around old town, along promenade or have delicious meals in restaurants there.

DAY 2 - BUDVA - HERCEG NOVI

Just behind old town of Budva is located beach Mogren (N 42.2762399, E18.8295445), and a bit further is Jaz beach (N 42.2820632, E 18.7978916), know for both it's beauty and for events that were held there (Sea Dance festival, concert of Rolling Stones, Madonna, Lenny Kravitz and many others).

Budva - Old town

Just behind a cape there are two more beaches. called Trsteno (N 42.2816658, E 18.782638) and Ploce (N 42.2692133, E 18.7809657), known for their daytime parties which are awesome option for younger groups on board. As you sail ahead, you will come to bay of Traste, where is smaller bay Bigova, where are located several great restaurants, and you can have great food experience there. Other place which Traste is known for will open this summer - Lustica Bay marina, which is residential village with marina and all other services and offers with it. As you go on you will set sails in marina in Herceg Novi, first town in entrance of Boka bay, where you can take a walk around old town, visit some of many festivals that are held in this town during summer, organize yourself a night out or a simple tasty dinner with family and friends.

Marina Herceg Novi

DAY 3 - HERCEG NOVI - PORTO MONTENEGRO

As you wake up in Herceg Novi, you can go to beautiful fisherman village across bay, called Miriste. You can spend most of your day there since there is one of most beautiful beaches in Montenegro, Zanjice (N 42.3989554, E 18.5777177) surrounded with beach bars and famous restaurant Ribarsko selo (Fisherman Village), known for their one of a kind sea food specialities.

Zanjice beach

When you decide to go on, you enter bay and slowly (speed limit is set to 10 knots, in Kumbor channel and the strait of Verige to 6 knots) and then berth in one of world best marina - Porto Montenegro. You will find plenty of thing there, exclusive branded boutiques, huge pool area, five star hotels and restaurants, beautiful promenade, world class night clubs. Currently yachting place number one in Montenegro. All things that can be found there may suit anyone needs for sure.

Porto Montenegro

DAY 4 - PORTO MONTENEGRO - KOTOR

Fourth day of our itinerary is fully located in bay of Boka, crown jewel of Montenegrin yachting tourism, natural landscapes, calm water, slow pace of whole ambient will make your relax. Across Tivat there is wonderful bay and beaches aroud Island of Sveti Marko and Ostrvo Cvijeca (Island of flowers), perfect for morning swimming.

Island Ostrvo Cvijeca and Island Sveti Marko

After you can go through Verige strait to other part of Boka Bay. Old town Perast, prehistoric mosaics, and huge cultural heritage around town of Risan, delicious meals in restaurants where food is served in traditional ways as it was prepared in Montenegro, man mad islands with church built on it are just part of it.  

Old town Perast

As a cherry on top, old town of Kotor where you can settle yourself for night in marina Kotor, visit old fortress, beautiful old town, go out in one of largest indoor night clubs. Weather you are family or group of friends looking for fun, in Kotor you will find all kinds of entertainment.

Marina Kotor

As you spend your night in marina, in morning you can leave further on your journey with feeling that every moment spent in Montenegro was perfect. Also you can refuel yourself with duty-free diesel in Porto Montenegro and then go further exploring other parts of Adriatic.

Approval for the movement of a crew member who does not have a visa

If you have decided to visit Montenegro and leave a vessel in one of the Montenegrin marinas for a longer period, and some of your crew members do not have a visa, do not give up your plans, please contact the Yacht Agent Montenegro team.

A crew member of a foreign yacht who does not have the required visa during the stay of a yacht in the area of the border crossing or port may be granted a movement for a maximum of 90 days.

From year to year, Montenegro is increasingly turning to nautical tourism, which is why the number of owners who are interested in leaving their vessel to stay in one of the Montenegrin marinas increases (Marina Bar, Marina Budva, Marina Kotor, Porto Montenegro-Tivat).

The International Convention on the Safety of Human Life at Sea prescribes that a vessel, regardless of whether it sails or is in berth, must have a minimum number of crew members. The reason for this is to provide security and protection of the vessel itself (fire, storm) and the sea (oil spills).

Bearing this in mind, the Government of Montenegro has issued a legal solution that gives the crew member the possibility to regulate a stay in Montenegro without a visa and for more than 90 days. 

Approval is obtained by submitting an official request from the owner of the vessel.

With the official request for the approval of a temporary stay, a member of the crew would be obliged to provide the following evidence:

1) to have means of subsistence;

2) have a secure accommodation;

3) have health insurance;

4) to have a valid travel document or identity card issued by a competent authority of another state;

5) that he has not been imposed a ban on entering and staying in Montenegro (which is obtained by the Ministry of the Interior under official duty);

6) that in Montenegro he has not been convicted of a final sentence of imprisonment of up to six months in prison for a criminal offense prosecuted by official duty or the legal consequences of the conviction ceased (which is obtained by the Ministry of the Interior under official duty);

7) that in the country of origin he has not been convicted of an unconditional sentence of imprisonment for a term of more than six months for a criminal offense prosecuted by official duty or the legal consequences of the conviction have ceased;

8) there is no interference for reasons of national security, public order or public health (what is obtained by the Ministry of the Interior under official duty);

9) to provide proof of justification of the application for granting temporary residence (which would be a lease agreement for a yacht owner with a port in Montenegro for a period of 90 days and a corresponding confirmation that the alien is a member of the crew of a yacht).

If you have decided to leave your boat in one of the marinas in addition to your visit to Montenegro, please contact Yacht Agent Montenegro in order to reserve a link and conclude a lease contract as soon as possible. In addition to leasing, we are here to mediate in order for your crew members to be granted a movement permit in the area where the marina is located.

Winter berth in Montenegro

Mediterranean yachting season is at its end. We will have 3rd MYBA-Pop Up Super Yacht Show in Porto Montenegro from 8th to 10th September 2017. Preparations are in progress.

This tourist season was amassing, for Porto Montenegro and for the Montenegro as a country as well. Porto Montenegro is award from TYHA and MIA associations, and it is first and only Marina in the world to have such recognition. Damen Shipyards announced they are coming to Montenegro as a partner of Porto Montenegro, to build so we will have round up service of yachting industry on the highest level. We had all kinds of promotions and cultural events. Altogether one very successful summer.

End of season at our part of the beginning of the season on Bahamas, Caribs, Pacific islands, Australia.

For those who want to stay, they may. Our ports and marinas have berths all year long (Porto Montenegro, Marina Kotor, Marina Bar, Dukley Marina Budva), some of them have berths on land for winter (Marina Bar), but only for smaller vessels. We have 275 sunny days average in. We are not yet in the European Union. VAT for yachting industry is 7%. We are not on this list:

(Source: Megayacht news)


For the next season, we will have openings of two brand new marinas Lustica Bay and Portonovi so our yachting capacities will be further developing.

For those who want to transport their yachts to far we are offering services of delivery captains and yacht transport by ship.

For all necessary you can contact Yacht Agent Montenegro team.

Dukley Marina Budva

Dukley Marina Budva is located in the heart of the Budva Riviera and is a part of the resort which carries the same name. This marina is one of the most beautiful nautical destinations in the Adriatic. Opening hours of the Harbour Office in Budva are 07-15h, and there is a possibility of introducing a second shift during the summer season.

Marina has 350 berths in the inner part of the harbour, mainly for motor boats and super-yachts (up to 70m in length), but there are about 50 berths for visiting the yachts at the dock and two pontoons with a maximum draft of up to 5.0 meters.

Marina provides the necessary electricity and water, as well as waste collection services to the berthed vessels.

Services offered in the marina: 

• 24-hour water supply 
• 24 hours power supply 
• Gas station 
• Wi-Fi (free) 
• Pilotage 
• Technical support 
• 24-hour Security 

All airports in the vicinity are very well connected with other major European cities. The nearest international airport, Tivat Airport, is only 25 minutes away, and the main international airport Podgorica is an hour away. Distance of towns by sea: Dubrovnik 50NM, Sveti Stefan 3NM, Kotor 31NM, Bar 16NM and Ulcinj 28NM.

If you want to book a berth for your vessel in Budva or want to check the availability of berths for your yacht, Yacht Agent Montenegro is at your service.

In addition to booking berths, we offer services of obtaining free traffic permit upon the arrival / departure from the marina in Budva, supply of food and groceries, duty free fuel ( Bar marina, Port of Bar and Tivat Porto Montenegro), technical support and repairs, as well as other agency services necessary to fully enjoy your visit of the Montenegrin coast and ensure safe navigation.

What to visit near Dukley Marina Budva?

The old town of Budva

The walls and the towers of the Old Town are a testament that Budva is one of the oldest cities of the Adriatic. Cobbled streets, medieval cathedrals, and ancient facades in its historic quarter give it a form a labyrinth. Preserved old town with modern seaside community and the picturesque harbour, makes Budva the most modern centre of Montenegro today. Budva hosts numerous regattas, gourmet fairs and festivals.

Becici

Becici is situated 5km northeast of Budva. Becici beach is 1 950m long, and it is known to be among the most beautiful beaches in Montenegro and the southern Adriatic. This beach won the Grand Prix in Paris for the most beautiful beach in Europe in 1935.

Sveti Stefan

Sveti Stefan is a settlement near Budva, located only 10 km away. Sveti Stefan is connected to the mainland by a narrow earthen causeway, which is probably the reason why they started calling it the "Montenegrin Palm of Dubai." Although this is quite questionable, since Sveti Stefan has existed for hundreds of years, while the Palm not even a decade. This island is the most luxurious resort in Montenegro and one of the most luxurious resorts at the Adriatic coastline.

Petrovac

Petrovac is situated at a 20km distance from Budva. It is a well-known summer tourist destination famous for Roman mosaics from the 3rd century, which depict the god of sleep, Hypnos. Town beach is around 600 m and is one of the most beautiful beaches in this part of the Adriatic. There are two islands in close proximity to the town, the island of Katic and Sveta Nedjelja.

Bar

Bar, together with the Port of Bar and Bar marina, is one of the most beautiful places in Montenegro. Luka Bar, located at the entrance of the Adriatic, more precisely on 42˚05 'north latitude and 19˚05' east longitude. Port of Bar, united with railway and road traffic, represents an important link in the intermodal transport, which gives it a huge advantage over other ports in Montenegro, but also in the region. Port of Bar is located in the heart of the city, and in its vicinity there are hotels, a restaurant, bank and everything you might need during your stay in Bar.

The old part of town, Old Bar, is located 50 km southeast of Budva. Well-preserved remnants of the walls and fortresses, dating from the 9th century, provide a beautiful view of the town and its surroundings that binds all travellers to come and visit. The most attractive part of the old town is the old olive tree which is 2000-2500 years old. It is one of the five oldest olive trees in the world, and still bears fruit. In addition to Old Bar, Bar aqueduct is the only such construction in Montenegro, and one of the three largest in the former Yugoslavia. 

Ulcinj 

The old town of Ulcinj is one of the oldest architectural and urban units of the Adriatic. 

It is a common opinion that the Old Town with its Illyrian walls, the Citadel, a set of street networks, markets and squares, valuable architectural buildings, especially urban landscape, is in its entirety a cultural and historical monument of vital importance. As the most important historical sites of Ulcinj, we suggest you to visit: Balšića Tower, the Palace, the courts and the Square of Slaves. 

Jaz 

Jaz is a beach located 3 km west of Budva. It consists of two parts, one with the length of 500m, and the other of 300m. Being one of the longest beaches in Montenegro it is a favorite among tourists. 

Kotor 

For its beauty, vastness and magnificent terrain, the Bay of Kotor is among the most interesting natural attractions of the Mediterranean. Surrounded by Mount Lovcen and the sea, Kotor is located at the end of the Bay of Kotor, officially one of the 25 most beautiful bays in the world. It is about 23 km from Budva. The old town is surrounded by high walls, above which rises the old fortress on the Sveti Ivan hill (260 m). 

The old town of Kotor has three gates. The gate facing the sea that led to the city promenade and coastline; The gate near the river faces the direction to Risan and Herceg Novi; while the gate of Gurdic, faces the direction to Trojica and the intersection of Cetinje - Budva. 

When you come to this town, you will be able to visit some of the most famous attractions: the walls of the old city, Cathedral of St. Tryphon, Church of St. Nicholas and St. Luke, Maritime Museum ... 

Since 1979 Kotor is on the UNESCO’s list of protected world cultural heritage. 

Tivat and Porto Montenegro 

Tivat is one of the youngest and most modern cities of the Bay of Kotor, situated 25km west of Budva. Porto Montenegro marina is situated in the Bay of Tivat. The marina was made by following the best world standards, which makes Tivat a very popular tourist destination. You will enjoy the luxurious resorts, sandy beaches and rich content of the marina Porto Montenegro. 

Lake Skadar 

The largest lake in the Balkan Peninsula is only 40 km away from Budva. The lake is filled with islands and peninsulas which have many traces of history and valuable cultural heritage, some of which are the Lesendro castle on a rock in the middle of the lake and the fortress Grmožur. Clear water and preserved environment enabled the development of extremely rich eco-system. This is the only habitat of pelicans in the south of Europe. 

Along the shores of the lake there are two small towns called Virpazar and Rijeka Crnojevića. Nearby are the remains of the town of Obod, where the first printing house was built. In 1494 the first book in this part of Europe, Oktoih, was printed here. 

If you need help with the organization of excursions and sightseeing tours in the surrounding towns and villages, we are always happy to assist you, your guests and your crew. For more information please contact +382 67552287 

Yacht Agent Montenegro Team

Marina Portonovi Kumbor-Montenegro

EXCLUSIVE COMPLEX AND MARINA PORTONOVI - KUMBOR, MONTENEGRO

Portonovi is currently one of the largest investments in tourism in Europe. The tourist complex is located in Kumbor - quiet and secluded coastal settlement near Herceg Novi, between Meljine and Bijela. A modern marina is also a part of this world – class tourist complex Portonovi-Montenegro.

Marina Portonovi will possess 220 berths for yachts and vessels of 8-75 meters. This will be one of the most important naturally protected marinas in the region, with excellent access to the Adriatic and other tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. The main part of the marina will be Yacht Club - Portonovi, which is designed for exclusive use of yacht owners.

The main task in the construction of the marina is to enable the safe use of berths throughout the year, taking into account the possibility of stormy weather with the wind power of over 44 knots.

Marina is designed to provide a safe berthing for smaller vessels that are owned by the users of villas and apartments, as well as mega yachts during the visits to the Bay of Kotor and Montenegro.

Portonovi Marina Services: 

• 240 berths for boats with a maximum hull length (LOA) in the range of 8 to 75 meters; 
• Gas station (capacity of 120,000 liters); 
• Water supply and electricity; 
• Toilets and showers; 
• Yacht club; 
• Wi-fi internet;
  
  

GPS coordinates of Portonovi Marina:N42 ̊43 ̓ 

                                                                 E18 ̊60 ̓

Position of Portonovi on Google maps

Portonovi Complex includes: 

• Lower village 
• Middle village 
• Marina apartments 
• Fisherman's Dock 
• Upper village 
• Marina 
• Yacht club 
• Portonovi Hotel - One & Only 
• Restaurants and shops 
• Tennis club 
• Helipad 

Berth offers for yachts and boats from 8 to 75 meters (LOA) in Portonovi – Kumbor marina: 

• Long-term lease of berths in the marina - five-year, three-year, annual and semi-annual berths for your vessel; 
• Seasonal berths - summer and winter berth for your yacht; 
• Short-term rental berths - monthly, weekly and daily berths in the marina. 

If you are in need of assistance when booking berths for your yacht or vessel, contact Yacht Agent Montenegro in order to get the best deal!

Distance of Portonovi from Montenegrin marinas:

Marina Portonovi is located 3.5NM of the only town in the Bay of Kotor, which you can see from the open sea, called Herceg Novi. 

Marina Porto Montenegro-Tivat – This marina is located at only 4 NM from Portonovi. Since 2010, Porto Montenegro is the official port of entry of Montenegro, so you can finish all the formalities with the port authorities, customs and police here. Within the marina there is a gas station where you can purchase duty-free fuel.

Marina Kotor – It is located in the Bay of Kotor, only a few dozen meters from the Old Town. This port can also carry out all the necessary formalities regarding entry and exit from Montenegro. Distance of this marina from Portonovi is 10.6 NM.

Marina Lustica Bay - 12.5 NM separates Portonovi from the newly constructed marina Lustica Bay, which is a part of the tourist village. The marina has 176 berths which can accommodate vessels of up to 35m.

Marina Budva - Budva is the Montenegrin tourism metropolis. If you plan to sail into this marina, the old town walls and the bell tower of the church will be your main orientation points. Marina Budva has a Port Branch Office, border crossing and police. It is located 22NM away from Portonovi.

Marina Bar – It is located at 35NM away from Portonovi. In this port, you can complete all the formalities with the port authorities which are necessary for entry into Montenegro and exit from its territorial waters. Marina is equipped with a gas station, where you can supply your vessel (up to 40m) with duty-free fuel. Providing for the larger boats, yachts and mega yachts is carried out in the Port of Bar.

Port Zelenika - Zelenika port serves as the border crossing and is only 1.8 NM away from Portonovi-Montenegro. You can go through all the necessary procedures for entering and leaving the territorial waters of Montenegro here.

Distance of nearby airports from Portonovi:

There are two airports in the close proximity of Portonovi: Tivat and Dubrovnik. Dubrovnik Airport can be reached in less than an hour's drive (33 km), while Tivat is only 18km away.

The airport in Podgorica is 105 km away. 

Each of the three airports has connections to major European destinations.

If you want to book a berth for your vessel at Portonovi marina or you are interested in buying some of the villas that are a part of the tourist complex, our agents have the best deals for you. For more information feel free to contact us through the contact form on the website of Yacht Agent Montenegro.