CVAY Magazine

Stories of coastal living, yachts, and beautiful places — thoughtfully curated.

Editor’s Selection

Woman walking barefoot along a calm shoreline at dawn, with soft light over the sea and a quiet coastal terrace in the foreground.

Blue Mind: Why Life Feels Different Near the Sea

Blue Mind There is a moment that happens almost without notice. You arrive near the water.The air...
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Carmen charter yacht cruising in calm open water, reflecting a quiet expedition lifestyle at sea

Carmen: A Charter Yacht for Quiet Adventure

Carmen carries herself with a certain confidence.Not the kind that announces itself — but the...
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Elegant Mediterranean living room with blue and white decor, arched doorways, patterned tiles, luxury furniture, and abundant natural light.

A living room designed for feeling, not perfection.

A living room designed for feeling, not perfection. Some rooms are created to be seen.Others are...
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Coastal Destinations

Coastal destinations where days unfold slowly and life feels closer to the sea

Tropical Coast with mountains on the Costa Verda in Brazil

Where the Mountains Meet the Sea: The World’s Most Dramatic Coastal Escapes

✨ Introduction: When the Coastline Climbs Some coasts drift lazily into the horizon. But the...
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This destination is a luxurious tropical beach club with soft white sand, striped sun loungers, turquoise waters, and a megayacht anchored offshore bow-to-wind near a wooden swimming platform.

CVAY’s Guide to the World’s Most Exclusive Beach Clubs

🌴 Introduction: Where the World’s Jet-Set Plays For the truly discerning, a beach club is not...
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Stunning view of Capri’s coastline with the Faraglioni rock formations, clear turquoise sea, and three luxury vessels: a sleek megayacht, a classic sailing yacht, and a modern catamaran anchored near lush cliffs.

Why Capri Remains the Mediterranean’s Iconic Island Escape

🌴 Introduction For centuries, Capri has captivated poets, royals, and modern jet-setters alike...
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Coastal Lifestyle & Design

How spaces near the sea are shaped, lived in, and loved over time.

Elegant Mediterranean living room with blue and white decor, arched doorways, patterned tiles, luxury furniture, and abundant natural light.

A living room designed for feeling, not perfection.

A living room designed for feeling, not perfection. Some rooms are created to be seen.Others are...
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Moroccan-style cushions in warm, earthy tones with intricate patterns, styled in a coastal-inspired setting as design inspiration for luxury villas.

Moroccan textures, coastal dreams

There’s something timeless about the way Moroccan design brings depth, warmth, and soul into a...
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Smiling woman in her 30s relaxing on a yacht deck, enjoying the sun while reading her phone and eating an apple, with a historic coastal town and mountains in the background

Live the rhythm of the coast

At CVAY, we open the doors to a world where elegance meets freedom — where...
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Wellbeing & Psychology of Coastal Living

Why life near the sea feels different — and why it matters.

Woman walking barefoot along a calm shoreline at dawn, with soft light over the sea and a quiet coastal terrace in the foreground.

Blue Mind: Why Life Feels Different Near the Sea

Blue Mind There is a moment that happens almost without notice. You arrive near the water.The air...
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Yachting & Marine Lifestyle

Life on the water, unrushed and deeply connected to place.

Carmen charter yacht cruising in calm open water, reflecting a quiet expedition lifestyle at sea

Carmen: A Charter Yacht for Quiet Adventure

Carmen carries herself with a certain confidence.Not the kind that announces itself — but the...
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Mediterranean villa terrace overlooking the sea with a private yacht anchored below in soft morning light

The Mediterranean Homes and Yachts That Are Never Advertised Widely

There are Mediterranean stays you can browse online.And then there are the ones you rarely...
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Private jet passengers escorted through a business aviation terminal while luggage is transferred to a chauffeured SUV for a seamless yacht tender pickup.

Jet-to-Yacht: The Seamless Transfer Playbook for UHNW Travelers

Why this matters For the ultra-mobile, the only itinerary that counts is the one with no friction:...
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Food & Coastal Culture

Flavors, rituals, and traditions shaped by coastal life.

Coastal Villas and Yachts Tulum Restaurants

10 Best Restaurants in Tulum for an Unforgettable Culinary Experience

Where jungle meets the sea, Tulum’s dining scene is a sensory journey—where every bite tells a...
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Coastal Villas and Yachts restaurant in Naples

The 10 Best Restaurants in Naples, Florida

Naples, Florida, is renowned for its stunning beaches, luxurious lifestyle, and thriving culinary...
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Coastal Villas and Yachts restaurants in Empuriabrava

The 12 Best Restaurants and Bars in Empuriabrava

Empuriabrava, Spain's picturesque canal-strewn town, offers a culinary haven for locals and...
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Coastal Real Estate & Investments

Thoughtful perspectives on owning, investing, and living well by the water.

A light-filled coastal home integrated naturally into the landscape, reflecting off-market coastal homes valued for privacy, warmth, and a lived-in seaside lifestyle.

Why the World’s Most Desired Coastal Homes Are Rarely for Sale

There are coastal homes you can find with a search.And then there are the ones you never see. They...
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Aerial view of modern coastal villas and lush gardens along a calm turquoise shoreline, illustrating global coastal real estate trends 2026.

The Coastal Real Estate Trends 2026: The New Wealth Migration

CVAY’s In-Depth Look at Where Beauty, Stability, and Lifestyle Converge for Today’s...
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CVAY Exclusive Coastal Villas

Where Exclusive Coastal Villas Meet Serious Buyers.

🏝️ Sell Your Coastal Villa to a Global Luxury Audience Own a luxury villa by the sea? Whether...
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Industry Insights & Trends

Quiet shifts shaping the future of coastal living and travel.

Coastal Villas and Yachts ever dreamed of working where others have vacation

Ever dreamed of working where others vacation?

🌊 Ever dreamed of working where others vacation? 🛥️Join the yacht crew life and turn the...
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Spain Why you need a gestor

What is a Gestor? And why should you use one?

Navigating bureaucracy in Spain can be a daunting task, especially for expats, property owners, and...
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CVAY Magazine Spain

Spain’s Golden Visa Program 2024: What You Need to Know Before It Ends

Spain’s Golden Visa program, launched in 2013, has been a popular gateway for non-EU nationals to...
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