Italy is the most expensive place in the world to berth a super-yacht, where it can cost up to €2,900 a night to moor a 24 metre-plus boat.

The Italian resorts of Capri, Porto Cervo and Portofino topped Wealth Bulletin’s annual survey of the most expensive resorts in the world to berth a super-yacht.

Experts say Italy has retained its allure as one of the most-visited superyacht communities in the world – underlining the price paid at luxury marinas like Porto Cervo in Sardinia.

However, prices can fluctuate wildly during peak times, especially in the famed South of France marinas of Monaco, St Tropez and Cannes.

But even the world’s most expensive marinas have not escaped the global economic slowdown.

With around a third of super-yachts up for sale, according to yacht broker Camper & Nicholson, the whole industry has suffered.

But for the global fleet of an estimated 4,200 superyachts, motor or sailing boats measuring 24 metres and more, keeping a boat in a backyard is not an option.

David Namani of consultancy Superyachts.com said: “There is a severe shortage of marinas capable of offering services to such large vessels, so marinas still charge high prices.”

1. Capri, Italy

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €2,900
Number of super-yacht berths: 10
Average price of local property per sq/m: €11,688
Peak periods: The Rolex Capri Sailing week in May

Known as one of the Mediterranean’s most luxurious getaways for the wealthy, the tiny mountainous island of Capri off the Amalfi coast has a small marina with berths for 10 superyachts – so space costs a premium.

2. Porto Cervo, Sardinia, Italy

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €2,500
Number of super-yacht berths: 60
Average price of local property per sq/m: €9,500
Peak periods: Deluxe Fair in June, Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup regatta in September

The dazzling Porto Cervo on the Costa Smeralda, founded by the Aga Khan in the 1960s as a village retreat for the very rich and famous, attracts only the richest yacht owners.

3. Portofino, Liguria, Italy

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €2,350
Number of super-yacht berths: six
Average price of local property per sq/m: €17,650
Peak periods: Portofino Rolex Trophy in May

Originally a small fishing village, Portofino has become a favourite playground for the super-rich, Europe’s royals and movie stars.

4. Ibiza Magna, Ibiza

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €2,300
Number of super-yacht berths: 12
Average price of local property per sq/m: €8,000
Peak periods: September closing dance parties

Considered one of the most exclusive marinas in the world, the glittering Ibiza Magna on the Balearic island is a magnet for the young, rich and well-connected.

5. St Tropez, Cote d’Azur, France

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €1,300
Number of super-yacht berths: 30
Average price of local property per sq/m: €13,500
Peak periods: International Polo Cup, July; Giraglia Rolex Cup, June

St Tropez – the playground for models, millionaires and jetsetters, made famous by Brigitte Bardot in the 1950s – has become iconic as a wealthy hangout.

6. Port Hercule, Monaco

Average daily mooring fees for super-yachts: €1,200
Number of super-yacht berths: 20
Average price of local property per sq/m: €33,800
Peak periods: Monte Carlo Rally, January; Monaco Grand Prix, May; Monaco Yacht Show, September

The principality of Monaco is home to more millionaires per capita than any other place in the world.

7. Miami Beach, Miami, Florida

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €883
Number of super-yacht berths: 45
Average price of local property per sq/m: €9,500
Peak periods: Art Basel in Miami Beach, December; Miami Boat Show, February

8. Port de Cannes, Cote D’Azur, France

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €655
Number of super-yacht berths: 35
Average price of local property per sq/m: €13,500
Peak periods: Cannes Film Festival, May

Requests for bookings at the Port de Cannes marina during the week-long, world famous Cannes Film Festival, attracts a waiting list of at least a year.

9. Port of Gustavia, St Barts

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €500
Number of super-yacht berths: 15
Average price of local property per sq/m: €13,000
Peak periods: Christmas and New Year parties

10. Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi,

Average daily mooring fee for super-yachts: €421
Number of super-yacht berths: 40
Average price of local property per sq/m: €9,000
Peak periods: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, November

Positioned alongside Abu Dhabi’s Formula 1 Race Track, the Yas Marina is designed as The Middle East’s answer to Monaco.

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