The Bay of Kotor, immediately south of Croatia in Montenegro, is one of the most spectacular stretches of European coastline. It’s a sheltered fjord of outrageous natural beauty where steep mountains plunge down to the Adriatic and narrow ribbons of charming stone villages line the waterfront.
A perfect spot for boating whatever the size of your vessel, with modern facilities that knock the socks off most Mediterranean marinas plus tax-free fuel — it’s easy to see the appeal for superyacht owners.
Every morning Anthony Bonnett walks to a café on the Tivat waterfront of Kotor Bay, orders a coffee and practises his Montenegrin conversational skills with the ever-encouraging staff. Last week, from his table overlooking the stunning marina at Porto Montenegro, he counted 15 superyachts