Dreaming of days spent cruising the Mediterranean? 🌊 Join Chris Cassidy and Juan Fernández (La Costa Boats) as they discuss what it really takes to begin your boating journey in Spain’s Costa del Sol.

This episode dives deep into:
 ⚓️ Understanding Spanish boating laws and licenses
 ⚓️ Choosing between owning and chartering
 ⚓️ The real costs of maintenance and mooring
 ⚓️ The connection between luxury real estate and yachting lifestyle in Southern Spain

Whether you’re an investor, retiree, or lifestyle seeker, this conversation reveals how to live the ultimate Costa del Sol dream — on land and at sea.

Timestamp

[00:00:00]: Buying a boat in Costa Del Sol

[00:00:14]: Introduction to Nusun Network in Marbella

[00:00:27]: Chris Cassidy and Juan Fernández introduction

[00:00:38]: Discussing owning a boat in Costa del Sol

[00:00:42]: Juan Fernández introduction

[00:00:51]: Juan's role at La Costa Boats

[00:01:11]: Global Rural Yachting association

[00:01:34]: Assisting clients from start to finish

[00:02:04]: Boating scene in Costa del Sol

[00:02:16]: Diverse boating community

[00:02:42]: Process of buying a boat in Spain

[00:03:14]: Importance of knowing what you want in a boat

[00:03:45]: Common mistakes in boat purchasing

[00:04:10]: Finding a berth or mooring

[00:04:42]: Paperwork and inspections when buying a boat

[00:05:08]: Tax differences between countries

[00:05:14]: Buying a boat from the UK

[00:05:39]: Process for UK residents buying boats

[00:06:06]: Polish flag registration for UK residents

[00:06:45]: British registration requirements

[00:07:27]: Tax implications for UK residents

[00:08:02]: Advantages of Polish flag registration

[00:08:52]: Tax obligations for Spanish residents

[00:09:41]: Spanish flag registration requirements

[00:10:07]: Inspections required for Spanish flagged boats

[00:11:02]: Polish flag advantages for boat registration

[00:12:15]: Boat licensing requirements in Spain

[00:13:02]: Licensing for different boat sizes and power

[00:14:14]: Using foreign licenses in Spain

[00:15:01]: License process for foreign buyers in Spain

[00:15:28]: Licensing schools in Spain

[00:16:48]: Differences in Spanish and international licenses

[00:17:30]: Maintenance and costs of boat ownership

[00:18:19]: Ensuring proper documentation and avoiding scams

[00:19:27]: Insurance requirements for boats

[00:20:52]: Typical costs associated with boat ownership

[00:21:23]: Costs for medium-sized boats in Costa del Sol

[00:22:00]: Insurance, mooring, and maintenance costs

[00:23:02]: Maintenance costs for different boat types

[00:24:13]: Additional costs and considerations for boat ownership

[00:25:00]: Common expenses in boat maintenance

[00:26:01]: Mooring costs at Puerto Banus

[00:26:26]: Comparison of port costs in the region

[00:27:06]: Personal favorite ports in Costa del Sol

[00:28:12]: Chartering big yachts for events

[00:28:26]: Benefits of consulting Juan for boat purchases

[00:29:10]: Conclusion and gratitude

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