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01 Welcome
Message from Limassol Marina’s General Manager
06 News
News, milestones and special occasions at Limassol Marina
16 Dream Destination
Down to its final property sales, the Marina's success story comes full circle
22 Escape Into Elegance
Nature, heritage and modern luxury await at Paphos' 5-star Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort
24 Annual Events
Key dates in Limassol's culture, trade and sporting calendar
26 Better Than Ever
The Limassol Boat Show returns for its most spectacular edition yet
CREATIVE DIRECTOR/EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Eleni Polydorou eleni@polydoroudesign.com
EDITORIAL CO-ORDINATOR Maria Nikolaou mnikolaou@limassolmarina.com
EDITOR Alexander Davidian
SENIOR DESIGNER Maria Nicolaou
ADVERTISING SALES Katerina Kyprianou katerina@polydoroudesign.com
CONTRIBUTORS Alexia Evripidou Emily Millett Mateo Jarrin Cuvi
PHOTOGRAPHY DEC - AudioVisual Photography Dinah Kaprou
PRINT PRODUCTION Laser Graphics Ltd
LIMASSOL MARINA LTD P.O.Box 50160, 3601 Limassol, Cyprus T: +357 25 020 020 E: info@limassolmarina.com www.limassolmarina.com
Published on behalf of Limassol Marina by: T&E Polydorou Design Ltd P.O.Box 40353, 6303 Larnaca, Cyprus www.polydoroudesign.com
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31 Meeting Mega Expectations
Captain Marco Rosi says aye to the Marina's world-class service, facilities and amenities
33 Experience The Difference
Limassol Marina's concierge services
40 Objects Of Desire
Chic, must-have buys, available only at the beating heart of Limassol
42 Passion For Life
Enter the Marina's world of high-end luxury, fashion and lifestyle
52 Limassol: Live, Work & Play
The city and region Marina residents love to explore
60 Limassol Marina Directory
Your guide to living, yachting, dining and shopping on the sea 2022
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PRESTIGIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD
International accreditation for impressive green credentials
Limassol Marina has become one of the first marinas in Europe to receive the ‘Clean Marina’ accreditation from The Yacht Harbour Association (TYHA), designed to provide trusted certification of a marina’s green credentials. The endorsement acknowledges the considerable effort and investment that go into implementing and promoting environmental sustainability and responsibility for best practices across all operations. With the slogan “Going Green Together”, Limassol Marina is committed to raising awareness and education, through clean-ups, events and conferences, best-practice campaigns, and access to schemes such as the ‘Blue Flag Award’.
Additional activities and measures to safeguard the seas and waterways and reduce the environmental footprint include the use of sustainable products to prevent plastic pollution; effective blackwater capture and treatment; appropriate waste management; proper spill prevention and treatment; and correct washdown capture and filtration.
Proud of its achievements, Limassol Marina continues to innovate to protect the environment for generations to come.
ERA LUXURY JEWELS NOW OPEN
The exceptional premium shopping experience at Limassol Marina has been further enhanced with the highly-anticipated opening of ERA Luxury Jewels. Renowned as one of Cyprus’ most reputable, high-end jewellers, ERA’s launch extends the extensive store offering. This exclusive new store delivers a unique and expertly-curated collection of jewels for every occasion and style. Sourcing each resplendent piece from internationally-renowned designers such as Crivelli, Palmiero, K Di Kuore and Leo Pizzo, ERA Luxury Jewels is driven by a passion to deliver only the most beautiful pieces, which embody elegance and sophistication.
The wildly successful Limassol Motion event saw over 35,000 visitors descend on Limassol Marina for two days over May 21-22. Organised by Dacor Advertising and Media Ltd and Limassol Marina, the event included exhilarating activities and experiences. These include motorcycle demonstrations from Sayious Adventure Park, fly-board displays from Fly Board Cy, and luxury car viewings from E-Cars Group and KOFA group. An exclusive collection of premium yacht models, motorcycles, highend motor and yachting products, as well as top-tier services, were also showcased.
The vibrant programme saw the event organisers also host a boat party aboard a luxury catamaran in support of the charitable work of the foundation ‘Ystera Irthe I Anoixi’, raising €3,655 in donations to help people with haematological health challenges.
LIMASSOL MOTION 2022
A resounding success
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITMENT
Limassol Marina has been awarded the ‘Blue Flag Marina’ status for the sixth consecutive year in recognition of an ongoing commitment to environmental best practices, awareness and protection.
The first marina in Cyprus to attain this world-renowned accolade, the achievement distinguishes high standards of environmental management employed throughout the facility and its operational procedures. It also honours efforts to promote environmental responsibility among visitors, residents and boat-owners through the ‘Going Green Together’ initiative, which represents all environmental practices and activities across the Marina.
Blue Flag regulations will continue to be communicated to ensure activities adhere to the guidelines for clean waters and a safe environment for marine life. Meanwhile, the ‘Blue Flag for Boat Owners’ scheme is available to all resident or visiting boats via the Marina Reception.
A NEW CULINARY EXPERIENCE
There has been a transformation at Limassol Marina, as PNS Restaurants has proudly unveiled the newly-revamped Gazebo Mare restaurant. A stylish and laid-back venue with a relaxed and hip beach-side vibe, the new design features a chic minimal interior space, plush outdoor al fresco terrace, and luxurious beachside gazebo seating.
The new destination offers a place for guests to relax and dine in style, as they indulge in a glamorous culinary experience designed by the multi-awarded PNS team. Visitors can savor unique cocktails crafted by expert mixologists, enjoy a mouthwatering menu of tasty, light dishes and snacks, or choose from a luxurious shisha selection.There will certainly be something to suit everyone's palate at Gazebo Mare, all set against the backdrop of a stunning view of the sea.
INNOVATIVE DIGITAL UPGRADE
As part of an ongoing investment in providing world-class facilities and services, Limassol Marina recently upgraded its digital offering with improved free Wi-Fi service across the development, as well as a new mobile app for berth-holders and visitors.
Using latest technology to provide lightning-fast speeds and wider coverage throughout the Marina, the Wi-Fi service offers free and premium connection options. The app offers berth-holders an innovative new tool to manage services, interact with the Marina and access useful, live realtime information about their yacht.
In line with the Marina’s commitment to cutting-edge innovation, the iOS and Android-compatible app already has further services in development for future release. So, whether at the commercial promenades or aboard a private boat, Marina users have access to the latest technology and a world-class service.
SAFETY AT SEA
Marina ambassadors for the CYMEPA scheme
All members of the Marina's operations team, as well as the crew of M/Y Esmeralda, based at Limassol Marina, recently became ‘Safety at Sea’ ambassadors, in partnership with the Cyprus Marine Environment Protection Association (CYMEPA). The title recognises a commitment to operating safely and boosting awareness around safety principles to follow. The partnership was celebrated at a ceremony aboard M/Y Esmeralda in April, where CYMEPA’s Secretary General, Michael Ierides, delivered certificates and expressed his sincere thanks for the recipients' important and valuable contribution.
REDEFINED EXPERIENCE
New Trailer Boat Park facility further enhances Marina's services
Working to continuously enhance the yachting experience, Limassol Marina has launched a new, hassle-free Trailer Boat Park experience. Available for vessels of up to 10m, the facility and service offers covered or uncovered boat storage ashore, just a few metres from the Marina’s private slipway.
Bookable ahead of time, with boats ready at the agreed time, the service takes care of launch and recovery. On return, closed-down boats can be left for the Marina team to take out of the water on the owner’s trailer, given a freshwater rinse, then returned to fully-secure storage.
The first 10 services are free of charge, with the Marina’s private slipway for self-launch and recovery also available for package holders. Free overnight stays are included, subject to berth availability.
CHILDREN’S CHARITY EVENT
A successful charity gala dinner organised by the Yianis Christodoulou Foundation, was hosted at Limassol Marina to raise funds for children attending the nine special needs public schools across Cyprus.
Taking place on board the ‘Zeus’ yacht, the event was attended by a host of distinguished guests and international sports and culture personalities, such as celebrated photographer and entrepreneur Marina Vernicos, race car champion David Coulthard, Christian Moore, son of renowned actor Roger Moore, and beloved Cypriot singer, Anna Vissi.
The itinerary included presentations, speeches, an exclusive auction and a much-anticipated concert by Vissi. The total amount raised during the dinner reached €300,000.
Sanlorenzo Cyprus participated in the Limassol Boat Show for the first time in October 2022. The exclusive representative of Sanlorenzo Yachts on the island dealer presented two distinctive models from its yacht fleet, namely the asymmetrical SL102A and the semi-displacement navetta SD96.
The SL102A was the first-ever asymmetrical motor yacht from the Sanlorenzo shipyard, as well as the nautical industry as a whole. The result of a successful collaboration between car designer Chris Bangle and Bernardo Zuccon – who designed the exterior lines - the SL102A reimagines the canonical yacht layout to allow greater usability of the interior spaces and a better connection with the exterior. Meanwhile, the SD96 is the first model in the revamped semi-displacement line. Built across three decks, yet with the lightweight elegance of a two-deck yacht, the SD96 is characterised by carefully-studied proportions, a balanced design and flexible interiors that evolve and adapt to the needs of its inhabitants.
STEP BACK IN TIME
Limassol Marina hosted the legendary frigate ‘Shtandart’ last year, inviting guests onboard in order to step 300 years back in time and participate in two days of thrilling activities, such as steering or sailing the ship and climbing the rig.
The historic vessel is an exact replica of the 1703 warship used by Peter the Great to defend St. Petersburg. Hand-built in 1999 by the crew behind the Pirates of the Caribbean’s ‘Black Pearl’, she has been sailing ever since, operating as a living museum and a sail-training vessel, and featuring in over 20 movies. The replica vessel is a pillar of 'Project Shtandart', whose aim is to develop the skills and selfreliance of youth.
FIRST-TIME PARTICIPANTS
Sanlorenzo presents distinctive fleet of iconic motor yachts
Limassol Marina (photograph)
Akamas Bay Villas (photograph)
QUEEN OF THE SEAS
Nautimar Marine debuts the new Invictus TT460
The 2022 Limassol Boat Show saw Nautimar Marine stage the East Mediterranean debut of the impressive Invictus TT460. Built by high-end Italian shipyard Invictus Yacht, this streamlined vessel features unmistakably refined design lines, high topsides and an amazing exterior layout. Powered by a pair of IPS650 with all the Volvo options installed, this high-tech marvel can cruise at 25/26kts and a range of over 200nm.
With the space to comfortably sleep four in a climatised environment, Invictus TT460 comprises a huge master bedroom on the lower deck, as well as a twin berth which can be converted to a king-size bed. The yacht can entertain up to 14 guests, offering a comprehensive range of luxury amenities, including a double refrigerator, icemaker, 20-speaker JL sound system, electric hobs, a tender garage and a 500kg-lifting swim platform.
Nautimar Marine are based at Limassol Marina and are the exclusive dealers of Invictus yachts in Cyprus.
JAMIE OLIVER KITCHEN
The first Jamie Oliver Kitchen in Cyprus opened at Limassol Marina earlier this year, inviting diners to delight in a holistic dining experience. Cooked in the signature style of the restaurant’s eponymous founder and world-renowned chef, the menu combines international dishes with local Cypriot flavours. Diners are spoilt for choice with a range of pastas, pizzas, burgers, salads, kids’ dishes and Jamie’s famous desserts.
Located right on the waterfront with stunning views of the harbour, the space features a buzzing bar and open kitchen, delivering a relaxed, yet vibrant feel that caters to every mood and moment - from morning coffee or a light al fresco lunch on the wooden deck, to sundowner cocktails and elegant candlelit dinners.
Marina welcomes new culinary outlet GOING GREEN TOGETHER
Limassol Marina hosted another successful two-day Going Green Together event in September 2022, to contribute to a cleaner environment and provide education around the principles of Reduce, Reuse and Recycle.
The event included a series of interactive, family-friendly activities, games, workshops and a live-art installation. In addition, a ‘Clean the sea with your SUP’ activity saw participants clean litter from the surface of the water, while the Marina’s diving team picked up rubbish from the seabed.
SUP clean-up experiences are now held throughout the year, in keeping with the Marina’s wider objective to reduce its environmental footprint and boost ocean conservation. Relaunched since June 2022, this much-loved activity helps to create a healthier ecosystem and cleaner seas for marine life.
