A panoramic view of Capri's harbor. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi
The island of Capri is 18 miles offshore in the Bay of Naples. The magical limestone edifice rises 600 metres with near vertical cliffs, and the strait between the island and the Italian mainland has its own micro-climate; whilst the bay is often calm, there is a funnel effect in the strait creating breeze that ranges from a light breeze to a full on foam up when enhanced with sea breeze. Clear blue skies and crystal clear water typify the sailing grounds around Capri, adding to what must be close to sailing paradise!
The rock formation collectively known as Faraglioni is considered to be one of the most natural wonders in all of Italy. Nicknamed, Stella, Mezzo and Scopolo, the three magnificent limestone stacks mark the location of the first Roman port for Capri. The Capresi consider that passing through the archway under Mezzo brings good luck and many married couples venture there after they have taken their vows.
One of Naples’ most famous sons is America’s Cup legend, Francesco de Angelis. ‘For me it is a wonderful place to sail. I grew up here sailing dinghies in the Bay of Naples. There is a lot of history in and around Capri, each cape has its own story, the volcano Vesuvio, Pompeji… there are many more. It is a multi-cultural place, the Greeks, the Normans, the Spanish have all been here… I hope that all of the sailors who have come to Capri enjoy some great sailing.’
La Canzone del Mare
La Canzone del Mare embodies the essence of Capri and was the perfect setting for the glamorous Rolex gala dinner to close Capri Sailing Week. With the romantic Faraglioni as a backdrop, waterside terraces and traditional, elegant interiors, La Canzone del Mare is an enchanting venue. Under a carpet of stars and the sound of the sea, the party was an unforgettable occasion for 600 honored guests.
Next year’s Rolex Capri Sailing Week is scheduled for May 24th to 28th 2011.
For more information and charter listings, visit the Yachtworldcharters.com Italy page.
Capri Sailing Week
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![[img title="Aegir Capri Sailing Week" alt="Brian Benjamin’s Maxi Dolphin 65, Aegir. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi" src="http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/thumbs/thumbs_13806_3_capri10cb_1423.jpg"]](http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/13806_3_capri10cb_1423.jpg){kind=link}
![[img title="Jethou Capri Sailing Week" alt="Peter Ogden’s Judel Vrolik 60 Jethou was extremely well sailed. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi" src="http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/thumbs/thumbs_13818_3_capri10cb_1410.jpg"]](http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/13818_3_capri10cb_1410.jpg){kind=link}
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![[img title="ROLEX CAPRI SAILING WEEK 2005" alt="A peek into the blue grotto. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi" src="http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/thumbs/thumbs_blue-grotto.jpg"]](http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/blue-grotto.jpg){kind=link}
![[img title="aerial Capri Borlenghi" alt="An aerial view of the island of Capri. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi" src="http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/thumbs/thumbs_capri-arial.jpg"]](http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/capri-arial.jpg){kind=link}
![[img title="Capri-rig Alegre" alt="Mark Bartlett, Alegre's bowman gets a birds eye-view. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi" src="http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/thumbs/thumbs_capri-rig.jpg"]](http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/capri-rig.jpg){kind=link}
![[img title="capri09cb_0599" alt="Sightseeing in Capri. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi" src="http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/thumbs/thumbs_capri09cb_0599.jpg"]](http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/capri09cb_0599.jpg){kind=link}
![[img title="capri09cb_0611" alt="Inside one of the many beautiful buildings on the island. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi" src="http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/thumbs/thumbs_capri09cb_0611.jpg"]](http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/capri09cb_0611.jpg){kind=link}
![[img title="capri09cb_0641" alt="Sunset over the pool highlights the dramatic landscaping. Rolex/Carlo Borlenghi" src="http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/thumbs/thumbs_capri09cb_0641.jpg"]](http://www.yachtworldcharters.com/wp-content/flagallery/capri-sailing-week/capri09cb_0641.jpg){kind=link}
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