AZUL

AZUL is a 2023 Lagoon 55 sailing catamaran that combines modern design with exceptional comfort for charter guests exploring the Ionian Sea. Built by Lagoon, one of the world's leading catamaran manufacturers, this 16.56-meter vessel delivers reliable performance under sail while offering the spacious, light-filled interiors that define contemporary luxury cruising. The catamaran's most distinctive feature is her generous 9-meter beam, which translates into expansive deck spaces both indoors and out—a hallmark advantage of catamaran design that creates the open, airy atmosphere increasingly sought by discerning charter parties.

AZUL accommodates eight guests across four double cabins, attended by a professional crew of three. The layout strategically maximizes social spaces throughout the vessel, with multiple entertaining zones that encourage both relaxation and connection. The flybridge features sun pads along the aft section, a covered dining area with an adjustable table, and a forward helm station positioned for panoramic views. The main deck aft opens seamlessly from the salon into a generous cockpit with the primary dining table and bench seating, complemented by sun pads positioned around the superstructure. A hydraulic swim platform provides effortless water access and accommodates a full collection of water toys, from snorkeling equipment to towed inflatables.

The interior is characterized by brightness and thoughtful functionality. Natural light floods the cabins and main salon through strategically placed windows and ports, while modern appointments throughout—including air conditioning, WiFi, and comprehensive water sports equipment—ensure guest comfort during extended cruising. The yacht's twin 80 HP Yammer engines deliver reliable performance, with a cruise speed of nine knots and maximum speed of ten knots, though under sail AZUL demonstrates the efficiency for which Lagoon catamarans are respected in blue-water cruising.

Based in Corfu, AZUL operates throughout the Ionian, an ideal cruising ground of protected anchorages, historic islands, and pristine coastal villages within easy reach. The catamaran's shallow draft and beam make her equally suited to sailing open water between islands and approaching secluded bays where traditional monohull yachts cannot venture, providing guests access to hidden anchorages and remote stretches of coastline. For those seeking an AZUL charter, the experience combines contemporary engineering, abundant outdoor living, and the stability that catamarans provide—an exceptional platform from which to discover Greece's most beautiful waters. Charter availability from EUR 20,000 to 26,900 per week positions her as outstanding value among newer-build luxury sailing catamarans in the Mediterranean.