TEST ALBA NOVA

Princess completed Alba Nova in 2017 with the Balearic archipelago in mind, where shallow-draft exploration meets the glamour of Ibiza's legendary coastline. Based in Sant Antoni, this 31-meter motor yacht opens up cruising possibilities that larger vessels simply cannot access, from the hidden coves of Formentera's pristine southern shores to the dramatic cliffs of Es Vedrà where ancient myths still echo across the water. Her 7.4-meter beam creates generous social spaces across three guest cabins, while the four-person crew ensures every detail of island-hopping adventures runs smoothly. Alba Nova's 11-knot cruising speed perfectly matches the unhurried rhythm of Balearic life, whether threading through the crystal-clear channels between Ibiza and Formentera or timing arrivals with Ibiza Town's golden-hour magic. The yacht's fiberglass hull handles the varied conditions of these Mediterranean waters with confidence, from the protected anchorages of Cala Saona to the more exposed passages toward Mallorca's southern bays. Her 18-knot maximum speed means flexibility when weather windows open for longer passages, perhaps catching the weekly markets in Palma or exploring the volcanic coastlines of the smaller islands. Six guests find Alba Nova ideally scaled for intimate gatherings, where conversations flow naturally between deck spaces and the pace never feels rushed. The Balearic islands reward this kind of measured exploration, revealing secluded beaches accessible only by tender and anchorages where the only sounds are lapping waves and distant church bells from whitewashed villages perched on coastal bluffs.