Palma de Mallorca: The Mediterranean's Other Yachting Capital

Palma has emerged as a year-round yachting hub thanks to its shipyards and growing crew community.

Why Palma?

Palma de Mallorca has grown into a major yachting hub, rivalling Antibes. Its world-class refit yards, international airport, and lower cost of living attract yachts and crew year-round.

The Refit Scene

STP Shipyard, Astilleros de Mallorca, and MB92 handle superyacht refits throughout the winter. This creates jobs for crew who want to stay in Europe during the off-season.

Finding Work

• Walk the docks at Club de Mar and Marina Port de Mallorca
• Visit agencies like Wilsonhalligan and Crew4Yachts
• Check boards at the yacht clubs and Balcony Bar

Where to Stay

The El Terreno neighbourhood has crew houses and affordable rentals. Old Town (La Lonja) is more expensive but central to the action.

Advantages over Antibes

• Lower cost of living
• Year-round opportunities
• Less competition in winter
• Great quality of life