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etr li at ve eler HOTELS, RESORTS & SPAS 2022 18 Yachts by Samantha Coles

Dardanella is now available for charter for the first time

Wellness on the water

The ocean has restorative properties for many, and there’s no better way to feel at one with the ocean than by chartering a yacht that has wellness covered with an onboard practitioner. Dardanella , a privately owned, 121.5-ft yacht, began her life as an oceanic and conservation vessel. Launched by lauded Dutch builder Vitters Shipyard in 1998, she has traversed the globe to some untouched, occasionally inaccessible destinations — from remote Pacific regions such as Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and the Marshall Islands. While her extensive travel experience means that you can visit some incredible, hard-to-reach locations, what makes her truly unique is her wellness offering. The healing powers of the ocean have been documented throughout history — Victorian doctors extolled the healing effects of cold water for a number of ailments (including melancholy); the ancient Greeks soaked in mineral-rich water (known as ‘the water cure’). Many of us crave time spent out on the water to feel soothed, energized and refreshed, and so it makes sense that Dardanella has an onboard, dedicated practitioner to create bespoke itineraries that harness the healing powers of the ocean. Ayumi Gallagher, a Scottish-Japanese wellness practitioner, oversees Dardanella ’s onboard wellness offering. All programs are created around your individual needs, and combine ancient philosophies of yoga and meditation with modern research-based health and wellness practices and nourishing meal plans. Ayumi also curates programs to complement your activity of choice, be it a Pilates class to prepare for diving, a yoga class to limber up for surfing, or a deep massage after a strenuous hike. Dardanella also has a whole host of toys on board, including kayaks, paddleboards and jet skis, and she has a swim platform so you can leap right into the ocean. After a day of fun in the water, relax in her expansive leisure spaces or dine in the shade of the spacious aft deck. She also has a state-of-the-art entertainment system, including surround sound and a film projector (ideal for an onboard movie night).

DARDANELLA BY NUMBERS LOA 121.5ft Crew 8 Guests 12 Cabins 5 Max speed 11 knots Cruise speed 9.5 knots Range 5,000 nautical miles Build/year Vitters/1998 Refit 2011/2018

Charter from $115,000 per week. Contact mvdardanella@gmail.com, yachtdardanella.com

Photos Johnny McCormack