Waterside Life | ISSUE 16 View hundreds of properties and boats at watersideproperties.com or watersideboatsales.com 22 R egular readers of “Waterside Life” will recall us previously featuring Porto delgi Argonauti in the Basilicata region of southern Italy, and in this edition we take a closer look at what this stunning new marina resort destination offers both the yachtsman and those who prefer to remain shore-based. For those who enjoy exploring pastures anew by boat, the geographic location of Porto degli Argonauti is the ideal starting point from which to set sail to discover the coasts of the Lucania, Calabria, and Apulia, whilst for those tempted to venture further afield Sicily, the Greek Islands and Turkey are all within reach. Its southerly position also ensures a superb climate, giving a longer boating season than you might find on the CÔte d’ Azur or the Spanish costas; so much so in fact that Porto degli Argonauti was the first port on the Basilicata coast to open all year round. Unlike some marinas, Porto degli Argonauti remains active throughout the winter months, with many boat owners taking part in the Winter Sailing Series Regaas that run from October to April – and be assured that winter sailing in the southern Mediterranean is a world apart from winter sailing in The Solent! The marina holds the prestigious 5 Gold Anchor grading awarded by The Yacht Harbour Association, and in addition to its 450 berths (capable of accommodating boats up to 30 metres LOA, and available for short or long term rent, or for purchase), Porto degli Argonauti offers full boatyard repair and maintenance facilities including a boat hoist, secure ashore storage, and a highly skilled team of marine technicians and engineers, together with all the other “essentials” that today’s discerning yacht owner has come to expect. THE ITALIAN LOVE AFFAIR CONTINUES… Great times afloat and beautiful living ashore, in southern Italy