Essential Information

Essential Information

• Address & Map
• Arrival & Departure
• Sailing Information
• Banks & Money Exchange
• General Information
• Electrical, Phones & Music
• Activities
• Provisioning
• Health & Safety

Address & Map

Address

Sunsail Procida
Via Roma 10
80079
Procida
Italy
Mobile: +39 333 603 9299
Email: italy@sunsailnet.com
Please note this number is not staffed full time

Location

Marina Procida lies on the island of Procida, West of the Bay of Naples.
Procida, is the smallest of the Neapolitan islands and is the least “touristy”  It is the ideal starting point for cruising to some great tourist spots, with beautiful scenery and cultural centres. Nearby you can find Capri, Ischia, Sorrento, Amalfi and the Pontine Islands.

Base Open Hours

Monday to Friday: 9:30 am - 1:00 pm and 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Saturday: 9:30 am - 7:30 pm or until last embarkation
Sunday: 9:00 am -12:00 pm in case of embarkation

Base/Shore Facilities

Extensive facilities are available including a laundrette, hotel, restaurant, public phones, bank and fuel.
Sunsail Procida can arrange secured parking. The cost for vehicles is € 10 per day.
There are several supermarkets located near the base. Parking should be arranged in advance and requested direct by email to italy@sunsailnet.com to check for availability.

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Arrival & Departure

Time difference

Standard time zone in Italy is GMT + 1 hrs

Flights

Luggage allowance is 20kg per person. Only one item of hand luggage per person is
allowed and this must not weigh more than 5kg. For storage aboard we recommend traveling light and using folding luggage.

Lost or damaged luggage while flying is the responsibility of the airline and is not covered by your travel insurance. 

If an incident occurs, immediately report it to airport officials. Claims will not be considered once you have left the airport.

Alcohol may be taken on flights but only in checked luggage (well secured from breakages) not as hand luggage due to airport security restrictions.

Airport

Naples International Airport – (Capodichino) is the suggested arrival airport, you will then need to make your way to the ports to catch a ferry or hydrofoil to Procida.  More details below.
Facilities at the airport include:

• Money and communications:
• A bank and a post office are located on the right-hand side of Terminal 1, very close to the terminal building. ATMs and bureau de change are located in both Arrivals and Departures Terminal 1.
• Four Internet points are available on the first floor and in the Departures lounge, equipped with monitors, keyboards and web-cams.
• Eating and drinking: There is a selection of restaurants, bars, cafes and snack bars at the airport.
• Shoppping: There are a whole range of shops at the airport including a duty free shop, souvenirs, clothing, pharmacy and newsagents.
• Taxis: Taxis are available outside the arrivals hall.

Transfers

Airport to Molo Beverello the main port of Naples is 6 kms.
From the main Ports of Naples there are two locations from which ferries and hydrofoils depart - Molo Beverello for Aliscafi/Hydrofoils and Porta di Massa for Traghetti/Ferries. These two locations are within walking distance of each other. From the Port of Pozzuoli, you will also find regular ferry or hydrofoil services to Procida. The journey time by ferry to Procida will take up to one hour and by hydrofoil approximately 35 minutes.
Please note that the last ferry crossing from Naples to Procida is at 9:55pm. In order to arrive in Procida in time to embark at 6:00pm we would advise you to book flights or trains to arrive in Naples in the morning or early afternoon.
Transfers from the airport to the Base can be arranged on request, but they will need to be paid for locally.

Transfer Costs
Taxi transfers from the Airport to Marina – Transfer time – 2-3 hours.
Price of the ferry is included.
1-4     persons     100 Euros
5-8     persons     170 Euros
9-12   persons     200 Euros

Luggage

We would highly recommend packing prescription medicine and essential clothing (swimsuit, t-shirt and shorts) in your hand luggage as occasionally your luggage may arrive at the base after you do.
Please pack using soft-sided bags, as these are easier to store on your yacht.

Passport and Visas

Please ensure your passport is valid for the period of travel and for six months after you return. Your passport name must match the name on the flight ticket otherwise you may not be able to travel and insurance may be invalid.

It is the responsibility of each individual to ensure relevant visas are obtained where necessary. Sunsail cannot be held responsible for refusal of entry or travel due to lack of visas. If you are in any doubt please contact your Embassy for full details.

Customs and Immigration

Before leaving the airport, you will have to clear Immigration and Customs.
No Visas are required for stays less than 90 days.
There is no departure tax payable.

On Arrival

Your yacht will be ready at 6:0Opm for boarding.  Chart and Boat briefings will be scheduled. The chart briefing describes the cruising area and any potential hazards.
The yacht briefing introduces you to your yacht, its systems and rigging. It is carried out individually for each yacht. It is important that all systems and equipment are fully understood. Briefings are mandatory.

Out of hours arrival procedure

There will be a representative at the base until 11pm who will accompany the client to their boat. The check-in and briefing will be completed the following morning.

On departure

At the end of your charter your yacht will need to be vacated by 9:00am, so we recommend that you return to the base the day before.
Before departing your boat they will need to collect a debrief form from reception.
The debrief form is to let us know if you encountered any problems with the boat or broken anything during the trip, this enables us to rectify problems for the next charter.
In addition to filling in forms we also require you to bag dirty laundry and leave in the cockpit, empty all cupboards and refrigerator of food and throw away. Return snorkel gear and any lifejackets borrowed from reception and ensure that the boat is handed back to Sunsail in a clean and tidy state.  We reserve the right to charge for boats left less than shipshape.

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Sailing Information

Sicily Sailing Experience Level 2
Experience levels are based on sailing conditions and the length of passages within your chosen sailing area. Follow the link for more information on the sailing conditions.

Sailing Licenses

The Italian Port Authorities require all skippers to hold proper sailing ability licenses.  
We therefore strongly advise that you take any sailing certificates on vacation with you.   This may be useful should you be contacted by Customs or Port Police.  If you have not already done so then both the Skipper and 1st Mate will be required to fill in a sailing resume to confirm that you have the necessary skills to sail in this region.

Night Sailing

Night Sailing is not permitted; you must be moored at least one hour before sunset at all of our locations.

Cruising Area Limits

This information is provided in the chart briefing.

Mooring Fees and Taxes

Most overnight stops in this area will be either in marinas or at mooring buoys/anchor.  The buoys will cost approximately €50.00 per night, to be paid locally at each anchorage.  Marina fees start at approximately €50.00 per night and can be as much as €250.00 per night, depending on the time of the year and the size of boat.  
These are approximate prices only.

Area & Sailing

More information on the sailing in this area.

Charts & Pilot Book

All the charts and pilot books you will need for the sailing area are on board the yacht. 

Skippered Charter Information

The skipper’s time is booked from 12:00pm to 12:00pm in 24-hour periods. If you have reserved him for the first day of your charter and have a 6:00pm start, he will use this time to ensure he is happy with all aspects of the yacht and will be at the base to meet you upon your arrival. If you have reserved him for a later date on your charter he will start at 12:00pm on that day.

The skipper is responsible for the safety of the yacht at all times. He is not permitted to dive with you, nor leave the vessel overnight. He must conduct a safety brief with you before leaving the dock regardless of the duration of his contract with you.

For “check out charters” (anything less than the full duration of the charter) the check out skipper’s time is booked from 6:00pm to 6:00pm to allow for a meet and greet in the evening and go over basic systems, then a full day with you the next day. This skipper is required to give you a thorough briefing on all aspects of the yacht and dinghy in addition to assisting you with planning an itinerary for the trip and advising you how to contact the base, the return to base procedures and the emergency assistance procedures. It is suggested that you attend the scheduled chart brief that will be supplemented by the skipper during his time with you on the yacht. It is also suggested that you make it clear exactly what you want to cover…anchoring, docking, etc.

The skipper will be required to give you as much information as you require concerning the yacht and its systems, sailing skills and navigation in general.
The skipper fee does not include food or beverages for the skipper and are the responsibility of the client. It is suggested that you discuss this on the first day with the skipper and establish whether you will give the skipper cash for meals, whether you have included him in your provisioning or whether you will accommodate him as part of the group for meals ashore.  The skipper must have his own cabin. 

For one-day check out skippers it is your responsibility to get the skipper back to the base. If you prefer not to come back to the base you must pay for his expenses (ferry, taxi, etc.) to get him back to the base.

The average tip for a skipper is 15-20% of the skipper’s fee. This is, of course, at your   discretion.

More information on Skippered Charter Options.

Fuel

Available at the base
Cost:  Euros 1.20 per liter

Coolers

Coolers are available at the base on a first come first served basis at no additional charge. Please sign these out and return them clean and undamaged otherwise you will be charged for replacement. Only one per boat.

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Banks & Money Exchange

Currency

The Euro is the currency used throughout Italy.

Banks

Bank Opening hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am-1:30pm and Saturdays: 08:30am-1:00pm (during the summer months only) ATM’s are operational 24 hours a day:

Credit Card Information

MasterCard, Visa and Euro check cards are widely accepted throughout Italy.
Traveler’s checks are accepted in major Italian cities and tourist areas, however not in some very small establishments and outdoor markets.

Please Note: Bases are unable to accept personal checks and cannot give cash back on credit or debit cards.  

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General Information

Language

The language in Italy is Italian

Cost of living in Procida

Approximate restaurant prices:

• Bottle of beer 66cl - €2.50
• Glass of wine - € 1.50
• 1.5 ltr of water - € 1.00
• Starter / Entrée - € 8.00
• Evening meal main course € 7.00 - € 15.00
• Dessert € 3.00- € 5.00

Restaurants

There are a number of restaurants close to the base, and throughout the island that cater for every taste and every budget.  Obviously the specialities are pasta and pizza dishes but  seafood is also very popular.  The local Sunsail staff will advise you of the whereabouts of restaurants.

Gorgonia
Marina Corichella
Tel: +39 081 8101060

La Conchiglia
Via Pizzaco
Tel +39 (0)81 8967602

Bordero
Marina Grande
Tel +39 (0)81 810919

Tipping

Tipping is standard and expected in all restaurants / bars and for other services undertaken during your holiday. The rule of thumb is generally 10-15% of the amount charged. Some establishments automatically add this onto the bill.

Shopping

The Bay of Naples area offers numerous places to go shopping, primarily for crafts, antiques, souvenirs, and typical products of the Neapolitan and Italian cuisine. You will find local local delicacies, beautiful ceramic ware in bright colours and handmade nativity figurines. Handicraft has a long tradition in Campania and is still an important economic factor.

Hotels

Hotel La Casa sul Mare
Procida, Salita Castello 13
80079 Island Procida (Naples) Italy
Tel/Fax +39 (0)81 896 87 99
E-mail info@lacasasulmare.it
The hotel, with only ten rooms, is an aristocratic building dating from the XVIII century now carefully refurbished
Facilities: Laundry, babysitting, email/wi fi, scuba diving and tours organised.

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Electrical, Phones & Music

Electricity

The standard voltage on all yachts is 12 volts. Electricity in Italy is 220 Volts and uses the standard European 2 pin plug. 

Mobile phones

Your mobile phone may work when in Italy, but please check with your service provider for coverage details and call costs. You will need to activate international roaming on your contract.

Music/Ipods

All boats are fitted with a radio and CD player. If you wish to listen to your IPOD while sailing you will need to bring along an I-trip or FM radio transmitter.

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Activities

Car Rental

The following car rental companies are available from the airport: Avis, Eurocar, Hertz and Maggiore,   You can also reserve a rental car in advance using the service EasyTerra provides, they compare the rates of several providers in a single quote - www.easyterra.com.

Watersports

Fishing

Sea fishing is possible from the shores, from boats and even underwater and is allowed almost everywhere without a permit.

Scuba Diving

The beautiful waters of the Bay of Naples make it a superb place for diving and snorkeling.
Procida Diving center - Tel: +39 (0)818968385 - www.vacanzeaprocida.it
Diving Procida sub l'Isola - Tel: +39 (0)818101478 - procidasub@libero.it
The main dive center is at Capo di Puolo which is slightly west of Sorrento. Caves and caverns abound and you will be able to see plenty of small colourful fish, seahorse, octopus, moray eel etc.  Capri offers some good cave diving with plenty of overhangs.

Snorkeling

We have a range of snorkeling gear which you may wish to use. We are limited on children’s sizes so if you have your own you may wish to bring them with you.

Walking

The island of Procida has lots to offer walkers, with its cliffs hundreds of feet above the sea, with amazing views across to Capri and the Amalfi Peninsula.

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Provisioning

Provisioning is available in this location.  More information on provisioning.

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Health & Safety

Illness or Injury

If you get sick and visit the doctor or hospital during your trip contact a member of Sunsail staff as soon as possible on either a lead boat or at a Sunsail base.
If you need to make a claim for curtailment due to illness, ask the base manager for assistance and contact your insurer’s emergency medical service immediately.
Your insurance company will assist with travel arrangements, advice and payment of bills.
Obtain receipts for any medication, treatment or transport you have to pay for and submit with your claim.

Safety

All yachts are equipped with adult life jackets harnesses we leave it up to you to decide when personal safety equipment should be worn.
We have a limited supply of children’s life jackets (age 4+ only) if you have your own children’s life jacket we would encourage you to bring it along.
We suggest that children who are not strong swimmers should not be allowed in a dinghy without a life jacket or buoyancy aid and that they should wear a buoyancy aid or harness when on deck.
Children under the age of 16yrs should not operate an outboard engine and should be supervised at all times when in the dinghy.

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