Harmony III

A DAY ON THE YACHT

When planning your Croatian yachting holiday, you will have to choose the starting point of the journey. With so many different coastal settlements in Croatia, it is hard to pick just one.  If you want to experience as much of the Croatian Adriatic sea as possible,  you could settle for a city in the central Adriatic sea, also known as Dalmatia.

There are several important nautical centres in Dalmatia, like Split and Zadar, both of which offer plenty in terms of possibilities for a charter holiday. But, there are a number of reasons why you should choose Šibenik as a starting point for your Croatian adventure.

To start, Šibenik has great potential for inland day trips, being close to several of Croatia`s most breathtaking National Parks. Šibenik also transforms into an open-air stage during the summer months, with countless concerts, exhibitions, performances and music festivals set up all around Šibenik.

Our local know-how will help provision VIP passes for all major events, so you can enjoy world-renowned musicians, DJs and other entertainers. When your first arrive in Šibenik, this city will capture your imagination with a thousand-year history that can also offer every imaginable contemporary comfort and commodity, especially for charter guests on their yacht holiday in Croatia.

Very busy during the summer months, especially in the daytime, Šibenik enchants thousands of tourists with its stunning medieval architecture, rich cultural heritage, excellent local and international cuisine. You can enjoy a comprehensive tour of the Šibenik Old town in just under 30 minutes, with a competent local guide (this can be done prior to your boarding HARMONY III yacht charter).

The tour can start with the UNESCO-protected Šibenik cathedral, famous for not using any binding agents, only stone joint locks and smart engineering. There is also a possibility of dining in Pelegrini, Šibenik`s Michelin restaurant, but this would spoil the lunch your hard-working yacht chef has prepared for you aboard HARMONY III yacht charter.

When you get fed up with touring Šibenik and the crowds on the mainland in general, board HARMONY III and escape to Kakan, a nearby island in the Šibenik archipelago that offers everything a charter guest in search of peace and quiet could ever wish for.

Kakan is an uninhabited island, belonging to the larger group of islands located in the Šibenik archipelago and separated from the island of Kaprije with a narrow sea canal. There are lots of neighbouring islets near Kakan, each one representing a fresh opportunity to find solitude and privacy, far away from the hustle and bustle of coastal cities and far enough from the mainstream boating routes.

These reasons make Kakan a favourite destination for yacht enthusiasts, who want to enjoy peace, quiet and untouched nature, while also having the option of bathing in the crystal-clear waters of the island. Charter guests find that experiencing true peace for the first day or two of their holiday prepares them for the potential of a more social vacation in the second half of their holiday, with night outs, parties, concerts or other forms of land-based entertainment.

To get into the right mindset, Kakan island will abundantly provide its two most valuable attributes: silence and nature. The intact state of nature on the island allows for plenty of opportunities to enjoy secludedness, which is only sweetened by the fact that the island is not permanently inhabited.

Summer does bring interested parties to Kakan, but all of these visitors are boaters or yacht enthusiasts, who will keep to themselves and be mindful not to disturb the peace of other like-minded individuals.

Enjoy a short cruise from Šibenik to Kakan, during which you can sip cocktails on the sundeck and take in the wonderful vistas during the journey or just relax in the air-conditioned main deck salon.

Upon your arrival, your competent yacht captain will choose a perfect bay, in which HARMONY III yacht charter will anchor, so you can taste the fabulous lunch dishes that your yacht chef has prepared.

Start with an Adriatic soup made from freshly-caught scampi and scallops, followed by grilled sea bass and quinoa with brussels sprouts and Dalmatian pancetta. For dessert, enjoy a carrot cake with fresh sweet cheese cram and honey-glazed and dried carrot chips.

After lunch, you can use every exterior surface of your superyacht to work on your tan or go down to the swimming platform and try out some of the water toys on offer. One member of the crew will always be on standby near the water, providing assistance and advice to guests who would like to learn a new skill on their holiday.

Alternatively, you can use the afternoon to explore Kakan island and marvel at the lush nature, intact beaches and crystal-clear sea around this patch of paradise. This island has an elevation of only 56 meters, so it will be easy to climb to the top of Kakan, and enjoy the panorama of the Šibenik archipelago.

Experience the allure of a Robinsonian adventure on Kakan island as you get in touch with nature and trek on dirt paths across rocky terrain, with the aquamarine Adriatic in the background.

Pass near countless stone walls, which mark the ownership of many olive grooves and gardens containing typical Mediterranean medicinal and aromatic plants. Scout through the island and find wild animals in their natural habitat; abiding by their example, relax and feel the warm embrace of the Adriatic everywhere around you.

Despite being uninhabited, Kakan island still offers a taste of civilization, in form of a restaurant found in Tratica bay, on the northwest side of the island. This restaurant can provide a sneak peek into the traditional cuisine of the Šibenik region, but it would be a shame to waste a wonderful yacht dinner being prepared on HARMONY III yacht charter by your expert chef.

Also, there is a lighthouse on the southwest side of the island, which represents a point of interest gladly visited by travellers. There is no way that you will manage to experience all of these things before the sun begins to set, which will be your signal to return to HARMONY III yacht charter and prepare for a fantastic alfresco dinner on the main deck aft.

Your chef has prepared a truly mouth-watering dish selection, starting with free-ranged chicken soaked with soya sauce and avocado cream, served with sweet corn and cherry tomatoes, followed by a pan-roasted salmon encrusted in salt, with cold celery-horseradish cream and a micro-sprout salad. For dessert, chocolate and hazelnut tartlets.

After dinner, you can relax and enjoy the tranquillity of undisturbed nature everywhere around you. The stillness and the pitch-black tone of the sea will carry sounds from the mainland, but the island of Kakak will remain quiet. For guests looking to de-stress from everyday life, this kind of environment is a Godsend, especially when combined with the hospitality potential of HARMONY III yacht charter.

Enjoy the bright sky above you, illuminated by the silvery shine of countless stars, as you soak in the warm and bubbly water of the sundeck jacuzzi. After such an exciting first day, you and your charter party will look forward to all the other treasures of the Adriatic sea, which will be revealed to you during the span of your holiday in Croatia.

YACHT CHARTER DINING

Food is one of the most crucial components of any yachting experience, due to expected high hospitality standards, and the expertise of your yacht chef, as well as the naked truth that a superyacht is a perfect stage to join together the sensual experience of sampling delicious cuisine with the style and luxury of Michelin-level food.

This, and more, will be delivered to guests who book HARMONY III yacht charter this season in Croatia.

Because the crew has worked together many seasons in this exact assembly, their teamwork capabilities are at an enviable rate, guaranteeing immaculate precision during service and an upstanding professional attitude.

All of these factors will create a bespoke dining environment, one which will ease guests into the magical world of yacht cuisine. This means tasting dishes like Adriatic tuna carpaccio, served with garlic chips, fresh cucumbers, local olive oil, and a red wine reduction. This can be followed by something like veal tenderloin with mashed potatoes, goat cheese and prosecco wine foam, with a chocolate mousse for dessert, served with a side of fresh forest fruits.

YACHT MAIN DECK

When observing HARMONY III, it is easy to notice her classic hull lines and contemporary superstructure. The marriage of two such thoroughly distinct elements creates a visual dynamic that manages to produce the impression of harmony. Guests will appreciate the practical design solutions on the exterior decks and the obvious influences that the Italian pedigree of this yacht managed to imprint into the interior.

For a comprehensive tour of HARMONY III yacht charter, it is best to start at the main deck aft, a place that is reserved for outdoor leisure, comfortable lounging and alfresco dining, thanks to an oval dining table, encircled by movable chairs on one side and a wide stern sofa bench on the other. This is also where you will be greeted by your charter crew with a glass of champagne, so the tour can begin.

Firstly, it is important to note that the main deck aboard HARMONY III is not entirely walk-around, meaning you will have several different ways of entering the interior salon or the upper deck, but not the main deck bow.

Once you finish your champagne and the crew introduction, step inside the main deck interior salon and let the stewardess highlight some of its features.

Yacht charter accommodation: main salon & dining area

Entering the main deck interior, the chic colonial style with lots of polished dark wooden surfaces will immediately seem familiar, but also luxurious. After you enter, a compact games table to port and a fully-equipped bar to starboard will provide an “intro area” to the salon, where guests can sit at the bar and enjoy hand-made drinks or let the crew serve them, while enjoying a game of chess.

In the centre of the salon is the main interior lounging area, consisting of several comfortable sofas and wide armchairs, all encircling a big coffee table. Here, the light beige leather upholstery on the furniture matches the crème-coloured woollen carpet, which stretches for the entire length of the salon.

Extensive windows stretch for the complete length of the main deck salon, bathing the entire interior with intense sunlight, and accentuating the sleek surfaces of the wooden cabinetry and furniture.

There are also several artworks, subtly placed in the salon interior, to highlight the natural features of the wood, as well as to influence the atmosphere, making it more approachable and inviting.

Continuing forward from the centrally-placed lounge area, guests can observe the large oval dining table, which will offer indoor dining options, which is a good thing to have, considering no one can control the weather.

From the dining area, it is only several feet before stepping into the starboard foyer, which connects all the decks on HARMONY III yacht charter, thanks to a staircase made from polished dark wood and reinforced with ornamentalised white marble.

Primary charter guests will find that the foyer is a perfect introduction to the main deck master suite.

Yacht charter accommodation: main deck master suite

The incredible full beam master suite aboard HARMONY III yacht charter is the epitome of yachting luxury, incorporating smart design, good use of space and tasteful décor.

To reach the main part of the suite, guests first pass through the starboard office area, which acts as a stand-alone foyer to the master, as well as providing a good background for guests who need to do some unexpected work during their holiday. The office can also be used to enjoy a private meal in your cabin, with a bespoke view of the starboard panorama. Continuing into a walk-in closet, the office expands into the main part of the master suite.

The circular arrangement of the master suite layout allows for unobstructed 180-degree views of the bow-facing panorama, featuring the beautiful Croatian Adriatic sea and its many lush green islands.

Encompassing the entire circular wall are hip-high cabinets and drawers, providing plenty of room to store your holiday clothing and accessories. Incorporated into the cabinet rows are a compact table on the starboard side, and a compact sofa on the port side, placed directly beneath one of the wide windows.

The definite highlight of the main deck master suite is that it has its own private deck, located in front of the circular suite windows. This utterly unique space will be your private paradise, shielded from the outside world and supplied by only the most delicious canapes and hand-made cocktails. Alternatively, you can enjoy a private breakfast right on the alfresco dining table or sunbathe on the elevated sunbed, located to port.

YACHT UPPER DECK

To reach the upper deck aft, guests have to climb the port side stairway, that connects the main deck with the upper deck. Guests will immediately be welcomed with different options for relaxing under the sun and enjoying the natural atmosphere of the Adriatic sea, thanks to a long L-shaped bench, that spans the length of the stern and intersects with the starboard wall, finishing with a practical beverage cooler.

Scattered all along the length of the bench are multiple coffee tables and comfortable armchairs, to provide even more options for sitting and lounging, which is immensely upgraded by the fact that the charter crew will always be on standby to serve drinks and other refreshments to guests relaxing on the upper deck of HARMONY III yacht charter.

Right beside the alfresco aft lounge area is the circular veranda, an incredible addition to an already avid list of engineering accomplishments aboard HARMONY III.

This veranda has a circular dining table, which acts as the second alfresco dining option aboard your yacht. But, since the veranda can open or close thanks to the circular glass doors, it is possible to enjoy both an enclosed or entirely open dining environment. Also, you can close off your dining experience at any time, if you desire more privacy.
Passing through the veranda, guests arrive at the sky lounge.

Yacht charter accommodation: sky lounge

The sky lounge aboard HARMONY III yacht charter was designed around the idea of comfortable relaxation and socializing with your charter party over drinks, talks and jazzy music. For this purpose, there are two L-shaped sofas, each one placed in its corner on the starboard and portside walls. There are also several movable chairs and a couple of coffee tables, as well as

Polished wooden surfaces add a natural feel, complemented by lots of sunlight coming in through wide windows and the turquoise shimmering of the Croatian Adriatic sea, that can be seen outside.

The comfortable furniture and subtle artworks will definitely entice guests to spend lots of free time in the upper deck sky lounge, especially if the attentive charter crew sets up a gaming environment, or better yet, organizes a movie night for the entire charter party to enjoy.

Moving out from the sky lounge and sticking to the portside wall, guests arrive in the upper deck foyer, which connects this level of the yacht with the main deck salon. There is also a practical day head in the foyer, so that guests spending time in the sky lounge do not go all the way down to their cabins for basic hygiene. Towards the bow is the interior helm station with the captain`s quarters.

YACHT SUNDECK

Accept the invitation to bask under the sun on the sundeck of HARMONY III yacht charter and enjoy an incredible level of comfort provided by the smart layout and luxurious amenities aimed towards spending idle hours surrounded by the beauty of the Adriatic.

First off, the entire sundeck stern is constructed in an elevated position, so that the jacuzzi could be surrounded by an extra-wide sunbathing area. This creates a unique opportunity to lay next to guests soaking in the jacuzzi while resting on the inviting sun matrasses. Guests can also sit on the extension of the jacuzzi sunbathing area, which transforms into a compact bench, overlapping with small movable tables.

A hardtop covers the centre of the sundeck, under which there is another oval dining table, bringing the number of total dining options aboard HARMONY III yacht charter to three. Despite the main deck and the upper deck having their allure, dining on the sundeck has a special feeling that cannot be compared with anything else aboard this yacht.

There is even a wet bar near the dining table, which will be occupied by a member of your hard-working charter crew, serving drinks and making sure guests on the sundeck have everything they need.

Finally, the front-facing sun terrace offers a chance to enjoy the view while HARMONY III is underway. You could borrow the binoculars from your yacht captain and enjoy observing the charming Adriatic distance, determining where you want to go in the future.

YACHT LOWER DECK

HARMONY III`s lower deck houses a total of 4 cabins i.e. 2 double cabins and 2 twin cabins. Both the double and the twin have the exact same layout, only mirrored to reflect each other`s swapped positions.

Yacht charter accommodation: VIP cabin

In the VIP cabins, all the horizontal surfaces are covered with polished wood panels, giving these cabins a distinct shine, and a warm atmosphere. Besides the brown colour of the wood, other colours used in the VIP are white, on the woollen carpet, and eggshell white, on the ceiling.

The queen-size berth is elevated, with plenty of walk-around room, while a mirror above the berth headspace provides an illusion of depth for the guests, making the VIP cabins aboard HARMONY III seem much wider.

The three extra-large portholes can be opened to let in fresh Adriatic sea breezes, or blocked out entirely with the blinds, creating a pitch black atmosphere for a peaceful slumber.

A compact table provides opportunities to attend an unexpected Zoom meeting or any other work obligation that seems to fall out of the blue; the VIP cabins will provide an ideal improvised work environment, ensuring privacy, peace and quiet, if the need arises.

Yacht charter accommodation: twin cabin

The twin cabins are designed in a smart way, providing access to the ensuite between the two berths, thus maximizing the space utilization of the twin.

The twin berths both have mirrors above their appropriate headspaces, creating an impression of a much bigger cabin, which goes great with the entrance to the ensuite extending in the same direction.

Each berth has its own nightstand and there is even a compact vanity table, smartly integrated into cabinetry and other storage solutions. Design-wise, the twin cabin is covered in brown polished wood, like the majority of interior spaces aboard HARMONY III yacht charter. The exception to this is the ceiling and the floor, both of which are coloured in different shades of white.

YACHT BEACH CLUB & SWIMMING PLATFORM

The beach club acts as a garage for the various water toys aboard HARMONY III yacht charter; once all the toys are launched, it frees up some space for the beach club to spread out, reaching the swimming platform and effectively transforming this entire space into one big beach club, with access to the sea.

Relax by the water on comfortable sun loungers and work on your tan, while the stewardess serves refreshing cocktails. Learning to ride different water toys will also be an easy feat, thanks to the accessibility of the swimming platform.

A swimming ladder will offer ease of access to the sea, although guests prefer jumping straight into the water. In the evening, you can even ask your crew to hire a professional massage therapist for deep-tissue massages on the swimming platform.

YACHT WATER TOYS & WATER SPORTS

HARMONY III yacht charter has a lot to offer to guests who are looking to make some unforgettable memories in the water. To help them achieve this, the crew aboard HARMONY III will make sure to provide useful tips and advice for first-timers.

This is especially necessary for guests who will try to ride the jet ski for the first time. Because HARMONY III is an RYA-approved water sports centre, it is possible to get licensed for all sorts of toys, learning and having fun at the same time.

For this purpose, the jet ski will be the first test. Feel the power behind the mighty engines of this awesome contraption, as you fly over waves with ease and enjoy unlimited freedom of movement on the beautiful Croatian Adriatic sea.

There are always different types of guests – some of them are up for an exhilarating time on the water, testing their agility and dexterity with fast and complex water toys, while others prefer following the slow and steady pace of Adriatic waves. To experience the stillness of the water, stand-up paddle boards and kayaks represent the ideal equipment.

Paddling with the movement of the water and feeling the crystal-clear sea everywhere around you is something you will want to repeat during the entire span of your holiday.
Similar to this experience is the one provided by a Sea bob, a water toy that allows guests to glide through the water without moving, whilst being propelled by a silent electric motor.

Experience the rich underwater world of the Adriatic sea and familiarize yourself with the variety of life on the seabed, observing countless species of fish, plant life, crabs, shellfish and other similar life forms.

The 6-meter Castoldi Tender will be used by members of your crew to provide towing power for one of many different towable or inflatable toys aboard HARMONY III yacht charter.

These include toys such as wakeboards, kneeboards or waterskis, each representing a slightly different challenge for the rider. Learn how to hold your balance while handling different amounts of torque, all the while being pulled through the ski tow bar on the Castoldi tender, operated by a competent member of your charter party.

There are also 2 inflatable donuts and a big towable Mabel which can take on 4 guests at a time, guaranteeing a fun time in a group. Finally, there are two sea bicycles which will be a laugh to use, going between the beach and HARMONY III yacht charter, acting like the sea is your own personal highway. The easy and relaxed cruising on the water will make the bicycle a toy every guest will want to try at least once.