Most Picture-Perfect Marinas in Europe
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While a marina's key purpose is to house and service boats and yachts, they can also serve as idyllic spots for dining, shopping or simply enjoying life by the sea. If you're looking to escape to some of Europe's sunniest spots, we have you covered on where to go.
European-based yacht charter group Catamaran Charter Croatia analyzed the number of hashtags dedicated to Europe's most popular marinas to come up with this list. These are the 10 most picture-perfect European marinas to check out.
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What Makes Port Saint Tropez So Beautiful
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This French, seaside party town is known for its bars and beach clubs, but Port de Saint-Tropez stands out as a luxury yacht destination, lined with quaint cafes and shops.
What Makes Port Vauban So Beautiful
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The original Port Vauban dates back to ancient times and still has some of its original flare, which allows visitors to experience a piece of French history.
8. Marina Botafoc
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Location: Ibiza, Spain
No. of Instagram posts: 20,750
Where to stay: The Standard, Ibiza
What Makes Marina Botafoc So Beautiful
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While Ibiza is know for tourism, Marina Botafoc is a beautiful and exclusive marina adding a bit of glam to the city.
What Makes Puerto Banús So Beautiful
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Puerto Banús is located in Nueva Andalucía. With its cascading white architecture and sparkling water, it's easy to see why people repeatedly post pictures of this marina on Instagram.
6. Port Hercule
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Location: Monaco, Italy
No. of Instagram posts: 21,975
Where to stay: Fairmont Monte-Carlo
What Makes Port Hercule So Beautiful
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Monaco is one of the hottest and most expensive locations in the world. This port is unique in that it's the only deep-water port on the French Riviera. The port was originally used for the Greeks and Romans to trade.
5. Vilamoura Marina
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Location: Quarteira, Portugal
No. of Instagram posts: 28,274
Where to stay: Tivoli Marina Vilamoura
What Makes Vilamoura Marina So Beautiful
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The only marina in Portugal on the list is Vilamoura Marina, located in Quarteira, a sunny and lively oasis along the coast.
What Makes Port Adriano So Beautiful
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Port Adriano is a stunning marina that's said to house some of the most modern yachts in the Mediterranean, and for this reason, it's especially popular amongst luxury yacht sailors.
3. Club Náutico Porto Cristo
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Location: Port Cristo, Spain
No. of Instagram posts: 52,280
Where to stay: Sol i Vida Hotel
What Makes Club Náutico Porto Cristo So Beautiful
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Although this marina is located in a quiet town near Mallorca, visitors flock to it due to its charm.
2. Limassol Marina
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Location: Limassol, Cyprus
No. of Instagram posts: 76,803
Where to stay: Alasia Boutique Hotel
What Makes Limassol Marina So Beautiful
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This marina accommodates up to 650 yachts and is situated in the second-largest urban area of Cyprus. The big-city vibe coupled with seaside attractions makes this marina a hot spot.
1. Porto Montenegro
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Location: Kotor, Montenegro
No. of Instagram posts: 173,309
Where to stay: La Fleur Boutique Hotel
What Makes Porto Montenegro So Beautiful
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Coming in as the No. 1 most Instagrammed marina is Port Montenegro, and it's easy to see why. With gorgeous waters and views of mountains, there's no shortage of beauty at this port.