“Pirate Alley” is a nightmare for oil tankers and cargo ships but sailors pass by the corridor almost unnoticed

A classic but timeless itinerary that winds its way through the islands of Capraia, Elba and Giglio and with a common theme unites the pearls of the Tyrrhenian Sea

Though home to France’s lighthouse keepers, Ouessant and its surroundings hold even the world record in shipwrecks. One must live and sail there to understand why

Considered by those in the industry as one of the most successful of the Italian waterfront urban regeneration projects, Marinara Bay is a residential complex inspired by the North American model and runs along the front of the eponymous tourist port in the Marina di Ravenna

If your ears prick up at the mention of dancing ’til dawn and jet ski racing, and non-stop activities and entertainment are your idea of the perfect holiday, then Hermitage Bay won’t be for you

Just the mention of the word “tonno” (tuna) conjures up visions of the sea and the smell of salt water. But let’s just try to disassociate this short Italian word from those notions and instead attempt to create a link between it and the hills of Chianti

The islands of Phang Nga Bay, made famous by the film The Beach, are the most touristy but also the most spectacular. Sailing amidst these islands, especially out of season, is a privilege for the lucky few

A four-door, four-seater with a sleekly sloping profile and unequivocal coupé lines. The Volkswagen Passat CC is a big surprise and a pleasant one at that

The Poltrona Frau Group’s link with the sea da-tes back to the 1930s and today it is still working with the most prestigious shipyards, thanks to the superb craftsmanship of its furniture

A self-described gastronaut, Paolini is a firm believer that food is art, he exhibited his gastronomic delights even in Milan at the Rotonda della Besana