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Paris, France Bodrum, Turkey
Riva Mon Amour "La Dolce Vita" EKKA Yachts, exclusive
Ferretti Group dealer
in Turkey for the Riva brand in
The Riva fever has landed in Paris with the opening Greece and Cyprus, held EVENTS
a breathtaking event in
of the first Riva Privée on the Seine. Following the On August 2, the private bay of Mykonos, one of Greece’s
latest launch in Formentera in the Balearic Islands, the Barbaros Reserve Residences most iconic and popular 2019
the Riva Destination collection, the most sought- managed by Kempinski became the summer destinations
after locations by international yachting enthusiasts, perfect setting for the most eagerly
has been complemented by a new destination awaited Turkish summer event.
in Europe’s chicest capital: the Riva Privée in Located in Yalı Çiftlik, one of the most
partnership with Splash Bistro at Port Van Gogh on exquisite bays of Bodrum, it is the
the Seine. An absolute must for those looking for starting point of the Blue Voyage.
an exclusive luxury experience in one of the most The theme of the event was the Italian
romantic cities in the world. “Dolce Vita,” and offering the best
As part of the opening event, the performance by music, best food, best drinks, and
DJ Bob Sinclar made the atmosphere even more best lifestyle with the best boats was
special. The Riva nautical design was the star of the motto. The decor of the night was
the evening, with an Aquariva Super moored on the furnished by Arda Can and the food
banks of the Seine, among the atmospheric lights of was catered by the famous bar Lucca.
a fantastic night. Two Riva models were exclusively
Riva Privée at Splash Bistro, Port Van Gogh, offers showcased at the bay: the beautiful
a unique setting: the bohemian charm typical of 88’ Domino Super and the exquisite
Île-de-France meets Riva class and heritage, to give Rivamare. Riva representative
guests an unprecedented Riva Brand Experience. Cristian Boni, Sales Area Manager,
In line with the concept of all the Riva Destinations, and Ultramar Yachts founder Nihan Santa Margherita Ligure,
the interior design reflects the legendary details de Pessoa-Pardellas gave a warm Jesolo, Italy Casarola, Italy
of the iconic yachts: from aquamarine cushions official welcome to the guests. Official Partnership New Opening for
to chrome, from steel details to the lacquered Bringing together Riva owners, lovers
mahogany tables, branded with the Riva logo. and enthusiasts, the night magically between Italian Yacht Store Nautica Casarola
Outside is a stylish beach area, again customised continued with arias sung by one of and Jesolo Marina Resort
with Riva furniture, offering maximum relaxation, the most renowned vocal artists in Mykonos, Greece A new partnership has formed with the renowned yachting stronghold
while an Aquariva Super is available for guests, the world, the Turkish countertenor An Exclusive Greek Party The partnership between Italian Yacht between Nautica Casarola, exclusive of Santa Margherita Ligure. Here,
allowing them to board the Seine to rediscover Paris Nuri Harun Ates. More than six Store (IYS) and the Tourist Port of Jesolo Riva dealer for Italy and historic thanks to the powerful and reliable
from a different perspective. The culinary offering hundred guests enjoyed listening to Marina Resort was officially launched Italian yachting sales and service mahogany speedboats, the first Italian
is also first class, provided by Splash’s resident chef, the fabulous live band and danced The Riva Private Deck is the only yacht service office located at a on September 28 in Jesolo business since 1964, and Lycam, a Waterskiing School was established,
Thomas Balland. until the wee hours to the music of the beach in Greece. In addition to featuring the luxurious context of point of reference in the world of and and it is here that the most prominent
To fully experience the Riva dream, exclusive pieces famed DJ Murat Tokuz. the Riva Brand Experience at the Nammos Restaurant, yachting IYS, the exclusive Ferretti Group dealer for the professional maritime mediation. celebrities loved to spend memorable
of the Riva Brand Extension are available at Riva The following day was dedicated to sea services such as sales and purchase, technical support, crewed Ferretti Yachts, Pershing and Itama brands in several The professionalism and passion that times onboard their Riva yachts.
Privée in Paris, and can also be purchased online trials and visits onboard the two yachts yacht charters, and seabob sales are offered by EKKA Yachts, areas of Italy, as well as one of the very few that have always marked out these two Nautica Casarola’s presence across Italy
from the official store: www.rivaboutique.it. showcased during the event. exclusive dealer for Ferretti Yachts, Riva Pershing, Itama, and offer exclusive marketing of Custom Line yachts companies will be flying the Riva colors is further strengthened with a highly
Mochi Craft brands in Greece and Cyprus. And it was here that the around the world, from this year now has its own in the new office in the heart of this specialized sales and pre- and after-
dealer held an exclusive party on July 26, 2019. representative office within the Jesolo Marina. Ligurian town. Objective: to help and sales service network. Showrooms,
The event took place at this elite hub for yacht and superyacht Giuseppe Zecchin, CEO of IYS, and Daniela advise owners in the choice of their Service Points and state-of-the-art
owners in the Aegean Sea, located at the illustrious Nammos Donadello, CEO of the Tourist Port of Jesolo, who next new yacht and in the search for operating structures located in
Mykonos, on Psarou Beach. Some 200 customers and partners sealed the deal onboard a Custom Line Navetta a preloved Riva, and to give them the strategic positions across the peninsula
celebrated the arrival of the 56’ Rivale for the first time in Greek 28 moored in the marina, shared the objectives of opportunity to dive into the magical (Peschiera del Garda, La Spezia,
waters, while another fifteen yachts from Riva and the Ferretti this important alliance. “We strongly believe in world of Riva Brand Experience Santa Margherita Ligure, Tuscany,
Group were on show. this partnership”, stated the CEO of IYS, Giuseppe products. and Argentario, Porto Cervo, Olbia)
The state-of-the-art Rivale, a 17.27-meter open runabout with Zecchin. “Jesolo is a strategically important location Since the 1960s, at the dawn of pleasure guarantee timely support to its owners.
features of a larger yacht, was brought to Greece as part of a in terms of its geographical position, size, number yachting, Riva forged an enduring bond At any time.
special promotion for Riva’s latest generation models, which have of visitors, and services offered to guests, while
captivated the market in recent years with their unmistakeable the Tourist Port is a top-quality structure with very Below, the brand new Riva
design and construction quality. ambitious investments and programmes.” offices in Santa Margherita
Ligure; above, a Riva yacht
This was the fourth annual party hosted by EKKA Yachts at its “We're working,” added Daniela Donadello, “on moored at port
signature seasonal office in Mykonos, following “La Dolcevita” the national and international repositioning of the
summer party held in 2018 and “Cocktails at the Deck” in 2017, marina, and the partnership with Italian Yacht Store
along with the inaugural event in 2016. Yachting enthusiasts from takes us precisely in that direction. It is the first in a
all over the world had the chance to admire magnificent yachts by series of steps, which will continue with structural
Ferretti Group in a unique context combining the natural beauty upgrading works: the construction of a new storage
of Psarou Bay, Nammos catering—including signature Nammos structure, a new bar-restaurant, and a service center
cocktails, custom-designed recipes named after Riva models, and with fitness area are all planned in the near future.
a tasteful menu inspired by both sea and land—yachts by Ferretti And clean energy will be one of the cornerstones of
Group, and the exclusive hub of the Nammos cabanas. these works.”

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