Ocean Drive

A DAY ON THE YACHT

A beautiful journey through the unknown waters of the Croatian Adriatic sea awaits travellers who decide to book OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter with SuperYachts Croatia. Explore one of the last bastions of unspoiled nature and clean seas in Europe, and its magnificent Adriatic sea. Because it is part of the European Union, coming to Croatia will be a piece of cake, regardless if you are coming by air, sea or land.

Once here, the entirety of the beautiful Croatian Adriatic sea and its countless treasures will be yours for the taking, with the help of your versatile yacht charter and the local know-how of your expert yacht crew.

Find OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter waiting for you, berthed at the dock of the Zadar marina – you will recognize your charter because the crew will stand in front of it, with welcome glasses of champagne, to kickstart a perfect yacht holiday in Croatia.

Enjoy the drinks as you tour OCEAN DRIVE, finding out where you will be spending your time the most. The majority of guests prefer to lounge around the flybridge with cocktails and do all their eating on the main deck aft, but you can switch up the arrangement any way you like – after all, on your holiday, you make all the rules.

Once OCEAN DRIVE starts to cruise, stand at the bow and gaze upon the magnificent shimmering sea, as it symbolises an unlimited potential for adventure. Since you boarded your yacht charter in Zadar, head northwards, to the islands of Pag, Rab and ultimately, National Park Sjeverni Velebit. Although it is located on dry land, this National Park is one of the most cherished of all Croatian treasures and a true must-see on your charter holiday in Croatia.

On the way, you will have the opportunity to stop and enjoy the lavish beauties of Pag and Rab islands, in form of glorious bays in which you can stop to enjoy your lunch or just play with water toys.

All of these options are yours for the taking, and your word is the only limitation to your experience – just ask your local charter crew and they will immediately steer OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter towards your preferred location. If you wish to stay near the sea and have fun near these spectacular islands, there is nothing stopping you. Although, if you do decide to explore the mighty Velebit mountain, you will not regret it.

Once you cast off from Zadar, a somewhat lengthier cruise will await, during which you could enjoy several different positions and sensations. You could sit at the main deck aft alfresco area and sip on a delicious cocktail, while the panorama slowly shifts or you could occupy the bow sunbathing area and directly observe OCEAN DRIVE’s cruising direction.

If the summer sun is too hot, seek refreshment in the air-conditioned salon, from where you can enjoy the view through wide windows. Let your local charter crew prepare you for the upcoming locations by telling you interesting stories about several points of interest you might want to explore. Finally, the Sjeverni Velebit National Park will offer unlimited possibilities to experience the wild and untamed side of Croatia.

Your chef will also prepare some delicious snacks, to hold you off until proper lunch is served. Regarding lunch, you could ask your experienced yacht captain to anchor in a bay near the islands of Rab or Pag on the way to Velebit, but this might cost you valuable time. On the other hand, it would be a crime to rush anything – after all, on a charter vacation in Croatia, you are the creator of your itinerary, so if you come across a beautiful location and you wish to stay there, no one will say otherwise.

Having all this in mind, your first stop may be one of the countless bays that can be found on the northern shores of Pag island. Choose one that poses an attraction to you or let the local know-how of your charter crew decide about the best bay you could enjoy a lunch in total privacy.

When you arrive at location, OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter will anchor in such a way that will make it impossible for anyone else to approach or disturb your peace in any way.
This will also transform the surrounding waters into your personal aquatic playpen, where all the different water toys on OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter will come into play.

While you wait for the crew to deploy all the water toys, prepare to enjoy delicious Michelin-level dishes, prepared with love by your experienced chef, starting with a beef bourguignon with butter, garlic and rosemary. You could follow up with a dish similar to molasses glazed baked salmon with sautéed cherry tomatoes and local figs and finish up with a hand-made watermelon and strawberry granitas.

After lunch, you might not even want to move from this location, since Sjeverni Velebit National Park can always wait until tomorrow. This will give you plenty of time to consider alternative options, like visiting Novalja, a major settlement on Pag island and the unofficial party capital in Croatia. If you would consider music festivals an attractive option for entertainment, you will not be disappointed by the wide choice of different themes and types of festivals, also covering film and arts, as well as music.

There are also plenty of lounge beach bars, where you can take a break from being on the sea and feel the stability of Pag island, also known as “Moon Island” due to its eastern side being barren because of strong autumn and winter winds that blow from Velebit. If you opt for this choice, prepare to party most of the evening in exclusive clubs and fancy beach bars, with a late supper waiting for you when you return to OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter.

YACHT CHARTER DINING

Mouthwatering local specialities will be the main calling card, when it comes to dining aboard OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter; native Croatian recipes and fresh seafood make the best combination.

In accordance with your surrounding, you can dine exclusively on dishes made from the contents of the sea or expand your horizon and make sample delicacies from all over Croatia, starting with some of the best olive oil in the world.

Thanks to Croatia`s summer climate, the islands in the Croatian Adriatic sea are perfect grounds for olive cultivations and because of centuries of traditions in olive-making, Croatia has some of the best award-winning olive oils in the entire world. Not far behind are also Croatian wines – red and white grapes are cultivated in the same way the original Greek settlers grew their crops.

This produces a distinguished taste of authentic wine sorts, spanning the entirety of Croatia – from the Istrian peninsula to the Dalmatian islands and finally, the slopes of mt. Srđ and Dubrovnik.

Regardless of what sort of wine you try, if you are a wine-lover, you will be instantly infatuated with the quality, the aroma, and the taste of Croatian wines. As the old Croatian saying goes, fish has got to swim, if not in the sea, then in wine. Take this to heart when you feast on a variety of different fish from the crystal-clear Croatian Adriatic sea.

Because this sea is one of the cleanest in Europe and the world, everything is edible, starting with the famously-delicious Adriatic tuna, seabass, cod, grouper or mackerel. You can also expect squid, octopi, prawns, scampi and lobsters to make a grand entrance on your dining menu. Trust in your chef and he will deliver Michelin-level dishes, but with a Croatian twist and seasoned with white and black Istrian truffles or served with Pag island cheese.

You can also sample some famous Croatian standalone dishes, like the famous Pag lamb, Dubrovačka Rožata, Pašticada, Brudet or Peka-made food.

YACHT MAIN DECK

For such a compact yacht, OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter offers incredible diversity to her guests, when it comes to the amenities available for enjoyment. For starters, her exterior profile is somewhat novel, with a very sharp bow sticking out of the water like a seagull’s beak. This creates an impression that OCEAN DRIVE always gravitates towards a forward momentum, seeking constant movement and never resting, even when at anchor.

This sharp bow also allows this yacht to cut waves with ease, so no matter the weather conditions, guests will always feel safe and comfortable while underway. Finally, her all-white paint job allows OCEAN DRIVE to blend with the tradition of white yachts, especially because she was made by Bennetti, one of the largest manufacturers of luxury yachts in the world.

Combining Italian style with their ability for a design that become an industry benchmark, Bennetti never ceases to stop producing excellent yachts with innovative naval architecture and appealing and comfortable interiors.

Starting from the main deck aft, guests can rest on the stern placed bench, which makes one part of the seating arrangement for the alfresco dining, with a wide table and movable chairs on the other side. Because OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter has an incredible beam of nearly 8 meters, you can expect this yacht to provide the same comfortable lounging options as much larger yachts, because of her excellent deck design and smart use of space and amenities.

A small cooler and sink are located portside, enabling your expert charter crew to always have a cool beverage for you and your guests at arm`s reach, as well as guests having an option of washing their hands, without going to their cabins.

Since the main deck is walk-around, guests also have an opportunity to reach the bow of the main deck, where a dedicated sunbathing spot awaits them. Nestled at the very tip of OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter, this charming spot is excellent for both relaxing and enjoying the Adriatic panorama. Lean against the bow railing and observe the wave-piercing capabilities of OCEAN DRIVE`s bow.

You could also use the small passarelle across the main deck headspace hardtop and climb on top of the main deck ceiling to reach a second sunbathing option, located just in front of the flybridge windshield. This spot is ideal for those guests who want to sunbathe in total privacy because they are completely shielded from view in this position.

Yacht charter accommodation: main salon & dining area

Stepping inside the interior salon, the centrally-place lounge arrangement consists of 2 large sofas and 2 armchairs with another lounge divider, that divides the lounge portion from the dining portion of the main deck salon.

The gray bare wood flooring graciously complements the crème wood wall panels, while the wide windows allow plenty of sunlight into the salon, elevating the light and bright atmosphere.

The black leather sofas stand out in this bright environment, but in an unassuming way, creating an interesting visual dynamic between the furniture and the passive colour design of the salon. A decoration carpet underneath the wide coffee table puts the final visual impression on the salon, and moving forward, guests can sit down at the grande dining table.

This interior dining arrangement is adorned with minimalistic artwork and wide windows on both port and starboard sides of the deck. Forward from the dining table is OCEAN DRIVE`s galley, which makes it easy for your hard-working crew to serve guests spending time in the salon. Besides the galley, the foyer leading from the salon to the master cabin on the main deck contains a practical day head, ideal for guests who want to wash their hands before a meal, without the need to go down to their cabin to do so.

Yacht charter accommodation: main deck master cabin

This master cabin is adorned with many different shades of beige and crème colours, with a centrally-placed king-size berth and very wide windows on both sides of the cabin. The width of this cabin nearly develops a full-beam potential, while the soft and plushy grey carpet underneath gives a cosy feeling to this space; like you are walking on clouds.

There are artworks above the nightstands on each side of the berth that blend seamlessly into the decoration concept of the cabin; interchanging tones of light brown and beige go excellent with black and white photographs and graphics.

The adornment above the berth headspace continues onto the ceiling, with chestnut-brown leather panes creating a subtle, but strong visual impression, as well as adding to the factor of sound insulation in the cabin. There is a sofa beneath the portside window arrangement, which creates an inviting space where guests can rest during the day, read a book or watch a movie in the comfort and privacy of their cabin, without using the berth for lounging.

The ensuite is decorated in a manner similar to the cabin i.e. lots of brown-beige colours, a sink, a head and a generous walk-in shower.

YACHT FLYBRIDGE

OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter is a prime example of what makes Benetti naval engineering so great; on a yacht of fewer than 30 meters, Benetti managed to incorporate all the typical luxury hallmarks found on yachts that reach a length of 40 meters or over. First, guests need to climb aboard the flybridge by using the starboard staircase from the main deck aft. Immediately, they are welcomed by a custom jacuzzi, with teak stairs and framing.

A sofa and a table are placed against the stern, creating a separate area that communicates flawlessly with the jacuzzi, meaning you could have guests sitting in the hot tub and chitchatting with guests lounging in the sofas, all the while served by your expert charter crew.

This flybridge is the strongest selling point of OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter, because you have everything you need right here; if you wanted, you never had to leave. You can dine on the second alfresco dining table arrangement, made out of a portside placed L-shaped sofa bench and movable chairs. Right across the dining table is the fully-equipped and fully-stocked wet bar, with accompanying barstools.

Adorned with costume LED lights, the bar sends out a warm orange glow during the evening, transforming the atmosphere on the flybridge into a chill lounge vibe. Towards the flybridge bow is the helm station, placed portside, alongside a small dinette, from which you can observe your expert yacht captain in his steering or navigating.

Another excellent feature of the flybridge is another sun mattress, elevated and placed right on the starboard bow, across the helm station. This inviting little nook is perfect for guests who want to enjoy the ever-changing panorama as OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter is underway, while also sunbathing on a comfortable sunbed.

Last but not least, the hardtop above the flybridge is hydraulic, meaning you can control the amount of shade or sunlight on the flybridge by a press of a button. If you get too hot under the sun, just tell your crew and you will enjoy shade in seconds!

YACHT LOWER DECK

What makes OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter so unique is her smart use of all the available space. The innovative engineering at Beneetti is truly a modern naval miracle; to be able to bring the same standard of accommodation found on yachts of 40 meters and compartmentalize them in such a way as to not lose the sense of style and luxury, while also offering the same number and quality of cabins as is the case with OCEAN DRIVE`s lower deck.

There are 4 cabins on OCEAN DRIVE`S lower deck: two double cabins are located amidship, one across the other, while the twin cabins are pushed towards the bow and placed right next to each other.

Both the twin and the double are mirror images of one another, with only slight variations in the décor, the general arrangement staying the same. The twin cabin`s entrances are next to each other, making these cabins the perfect choice for kids, while the parents sleep in the double cabins further aft.

Yacht charter accommodation: twin cabin

There are two versions of the twin cabin; one of which has a tendency towards minimalistic design, while the other provides more intricate bedding and accessories, in the form of quaint artworks.

Besides that, the portside twin cabin is more-or-less exactly the same as its starboard counterpart, when it comes to general cabin arrangement. Both the cabins are decorated differently, with one cabin using brown wood framing against a light-beige color background, while the other opts for accessorized bedding and different artwork The cabin is equipped with a regular hanging closet, as well as an ensuite bathroom.

The berths are divided by a single nightstand, equipped with a nightlamp, so guests could read before bed; during the day, the wide porthole provides plenty of sunlight.

Yacht charter accommodation: double cabin

Both double cabins aboard OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter are mirror images of one another, with different colour schemes and artwork, but with an identical cabin arrangement.

Starting with a queen-sized berth with nightstands on either side of the berth and a leather adornment on the berth headspace, made from beige leather with rectangular patterns. Across the berth is a flat-screen TV, which is useful if you want to watch your favourite series in the privacy of your cabin or the Croatian weather report before going to bed.

There is also plenty of shelves, providing guests with room to store all necessary things needed for an unforgettable holiday in Croatia. A standard ensuite bathroom, with a shower cabin, a head and a sink also comes with the double cabin, ensuring guests an avid hygiene standard.

YACHT BEACH CLUB & SWIMMING PLATFORM

The hydraulic door of the beach club aboard OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter opens up to reveal a tender garage inside, while also creating a wide swimming platform. This transformation goes hand in hand with the unlimited potential that this yacht provides to her guests when it comes to having fun on the water.

Use the hydraulic swimming platform to just enjoy being close to the sea, with a refreshing beverage in your hand. Also, this space will make swapping of water toys a practical thing, without the need of getting wet first.

The swimming platform is also wide enough for several items of movable furniture, be it a pair of chairs and a coffee table or a massage table, where you can experience total relaxation while being surrounded by the incredible Croatian Adriatic sea.

YACHT WATER TOYS & WATER SPORTS

OCEAN DRIVE yacht charter is filled to the brim with a diverse selection of exciting water toys, starting with 10 snorkeling sets, which will enable the entire charter party to go on an underwater adventure together. There is nothing like swimming through the sea with your friends and family and being able to observe the incredible amount of different underwater flora and fauna. Your experienced charter crew can also prepare underwater cameras, so you could capture these unique moments on film.

Sea bobs go great with snorkeling because these toys give the ability to move through the water while being propelled by electric engines. You will feel exactly like a fish while flying over the aquarium-like seafloor and spotting many different species of fish, as well as shiny seashells, crabs and starfish.

For those guests who like to spend time above the sea surface, the stand-up paddleboard is a perfect choice, because it offers several different ways of using it. You could paddle to the nearest shore and explore the vicinity, sunbathe by lying on your back or kneel and observe the seabed, as the waves gently carry you towards your yacht. Since the Croatian Adriatic sea is so transparent, you will be able to spot many interesting things with your bare eye.

Lastly, the jetski is a “classic” water toy, and for good reason. No other gadget allows for such agility and swiftness on the sea, and feeling the freedom that the jet ski gives is reason enough to climb aboard and fly above the waves.