boat hire in Capo d'Orlando · Ocean Star — Ocean Star 51.2 (2004)

We received a very friendly welcome from Salvatore and his wife. Salvatore took plenty of time to show us his boat. Unfortunately, the weather was a bit stormy, but we still had a wonderful trip. There were no problems with the boat, and Salvatore was always available to answer any questions. Thank you so much for the wonderful trip!

Salvatore is an exceptional skipper; we couldn't have asked for anything better! From the very first moment, he met our every need. From taking us shopping to constantly changing the itinerary at the last minute to suit our needs. Besides his availability, his company was also truly enjoyable. Salvatore is an extremely friendly and discreet person, with a strong sense of adaptability (we were five women... with all that that entails!!). The boat is spacious, clean, and well-organized. The outdoor spaces allow for al fresco dining and comfortable sunbathing on the bow. We were completely satisfied and recommend everyone to book a vacation with Salvatore and his Ladra di vento!

Nice week. Owner helpful.

Owner super helpful and very kind! Boat not brand new, but perfectly equipped! A great experience!

Salvatore's boat is ideal for groups of friends: very large, well laid out and with a large kitchen. We were able to discover the magnificent Aeolian Islands from Capo d'Orlando. Salvatore is an accommodating owner: very responsive, attentive, he welcomed us with sheets and towels for everyone as well as ideas for a route and taxi suggestions for the transfer from the airport. The downside was the fridge: which broke after 3 days. Which forced us to throw away food, buy ice cubes as soon as we could and eat at restaurants more than planned. For the rest, we had asked for a skipper for the week and this skipper was unable to set the mainsail, and blocked the jib furler... so we were on the engine for the entire stay. It was disappointing. It's not related to the boat though.

I want to emphasize how Salvatore and his wife are superhosts. They assisted us from the beginning to the end of the trip, always available for any eventuality, welcoming, kind, starting from the help with the organization of the trip, the advice on where to go, upon arrival with the suitcases, the shopping, the lunch, up to the docking in the port at the end of the holiday. Salvatore's boat really has everything you need for a sailing experience, it is spacious and comfortable. We have never been welcomed with such generosity and care. Highly recommended, we take away beautiful memories.

Kind boat owners, Skipper Vincenzo Cingotta fantastic person, very professional and patient. The boat has a toilet with manual flushing, without air conditioning the internal ventilation does not work if it is not connected to the electricity on the dock. Little maintenance in general but everything works. The boat was not very clean.

Excellent boat, very comfortable, even for 11 people. Owners very helpful and very nice.

What we have just experienced was for me and my friends the first experience of an exciting cruise on board a magical boat "Ladra di vento" which has "captured" the deepest emotions of each of us with its imposing line and high-performance structure. All this would not have been possible if there had not been an owner like Salvatore at the base accompanied by an equally competent and attentive owner who showed kindness, attention and care in offering all of us support and hospitality so strong as to make us feel supported as a family group. It is for this reason and for many other aspects, not easily represented by words, that we consider ourselves largely satisfied with this fantastic experience.

Salvatore is extremely welcoming, attentive to the expectations of the crew and a great sailing professional. His boat is spacious and very comfortable. It has all the necessary equipment. Unforgettable experience in the Aeolian Islands. We highly recommend this boat!