🇪🇸 Spain

To the north, the Catalonia–Valencia stretch lends itself to frequent day hops and dependable summer sea breezes. Southward through Murcia and Almería the coastline turns drier and more open, with slightly longer distances between all-weather havens. In Andalusia’s Alboran section (Málaga and the Costa del Sol) ferry routes and Levante/Poniente pulses are the main operational features; farther west, the Gulf of Cádiz connects toward the Atlantic. The Balearic route remains the quintessential “short-leg” playground between islands and mainland. Tidal influence is minor, but wind-driven set-up and occasional seiches can be noticeable during persistent patterns. Shore facilities are abundant: fuel, haul-out and repair, superyacht berths, plus easy crew logistics via airports and ferries. Day-by-day planning, backup shelters, and traffic awareness near the big harbours are the pillars of smooth cruising here. Overall it’s a high-service region geared for flexible itineraries and fast turnarounds.