Yacht Description
New-build Aquila 54. BY MY SIDE is a 2024 Aquila 54 power catamaran, set up to sleep 8 guests in 4 en-suite cabins. The big win here is catamaran volume without the “camping at sea” vibe.
Easy social flow. The aft cockpit connects directly to the main salon, with doors and a bar hatch that open up so lunch, drinks, and conversation stay in one orbit. Bar stools at the hatch. Simple, and it works.
Flybridge and foredeck. An enclosed flybridge gives you another proper hangout zone, plus there’s a deck grill and walkaround access to the bow. Sun pads forward with adjustable headrests.
Toys with horsepower. You get a Zar 85 SL tender with a 350 HP outboard for fast transfers, plus a Seabob F9, Flite Seascooter, SUP, a Nautibuoy floating dock (4 m x 2 m), a 4-person towable, and snorkel gear for low-effort water time.
Comfort basics covered. Air conditioning, Wi-Fi, satellite TV, and a TV in the saloon (and master cabin) keep everyone happy when you want a quieter hour onboard.
Broker Reviews
Onboard visit
BY MY SIDE's layout is a standout among catamarans — a stylish bar links the saloon to the back deck, and the master cabin sits forward on the bow with sweeping sea views. The interior styling is genuinely special, with design touches you'd expect on a much bigger yacht. She also cruises at a brisk 15 knots, among the fastest in her class, and carries a generous tender.
Klara Jakobsen
Broker Assistant
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Onboard visit
June 2026 — a family of five spent a superb week aboard By My Side on a round-trip Split itinerary. They're repeat clients who came back knowing exactly what they wanted, and the boat and her crew met every expectation. If you're weighing a Croatian charter out of Split, I'm glad to talk through what these guests loved and whether she's the right fit for your dates.
Chris de Kock
Charter Broker, Sales Broker, Active CYBA Member
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Specifications
- Length overall
- 54.1ft / 16.5
- Beam
- 2.32m
- Draft
- 0.37m
- Builder
- Aquila
- Year built
- 2024
- Type
- Power Catamaran
- Cruising speed
- 13 knots
- Top speed
- 22 knots
- Generator
- Yes
- Fuel
- Cruising 180 Litres/Hr / Max 200 Litres/Hr / Eco 165 Litres/Hr (Litres/Hr)
- Consumption
- 180 Litres/Hr
- Guests
- 8
- Cabins
- 4
Charter Price
From €21,000 to €29,000 per week, plus 30% APA.
Plus Expenses arrangement — boat and crew only, without tip.
All prices generated as a guide. Availability subject to confirmation. Gratuity discretionary, typically 5%–25% of the base price. APA rate as published in the yacht’s rate sheet.
Variable expenses — fuel, food, marina fees — are deducted from an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), an additional deposit added to the charter price. The remainder is returned after charter.
- Total guests
- 8
- Total cabins
- 4
- King cabins
- 1
- Queen cabins
- 3
- Double cabins
- 4
- A/C
- Yes
4 staterooms for 8 guests.
| Cabin | Bed Size | Bathroom Details | AC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master Cabin | King (195cm x 203cm) | Private en-suite; walk-in shower; separate head & shower; twin vanity | Full |
| VIP Cabin | Queen (walk-around) | Private en-suite bathroom (forward) | Full |
| Guest Cabin (Port Hull Double) | Queen (160cm x 202cm) | Private en-suite bathroom; walk-in shower | Full |
| Guest Cabin (Bunk) | Bunk bed | Private en-suite bathroom | Full |
- Nationality
- Croatian
Runs the itinerary with local Croatia knowledge and keeps safety first. Brings hands-on understanding of boats, engines, and maintenance to keep days on schedule.
- Croatian nationality
- Born in 1995
- License: YachtMaster 500GT
- Languages: English, Croatian
Cooks Mediterranean food and Asian fusion with a focus on Italian sweets, keeping meals paced to the day. Also covers hostess duties to keep the interior running to plan.
- Croatian nationality
- Role: Yacht Cook-Hostess
- Cuisine focus: Mediterranean, Asian fusion, Italian sweets
- Certification: Advanced Open Water Diver - PADI (2024)
Supports safe deck operations and helps manage water time for guests. Holds a Yacht Master category A and communicates in Croatian and English.
- Croatian nationality
- License: Yacht Master category A
- Languages: Croatian, English
- BBQ
- Yes
- Internet
- Yes
| Toy | description |
|---|---|
| Seabob | Seabob F9 underwater scooter (with fast F9 charger). |
| Sea scooter | Flite Seascooter for powered underwater cruising. |
| Tender | Zar 85 SL tender with Honda V8 (350 HP). |
| Towable inflatable | Jobe 4P Binar towable inflatable with rope. |
| Pedal kayak | Hobie Eclipse iTrek DLX pedal kayak. |
| Stand-up paddleboard | SUP (Jobe Aero Nera 10.6). |
| Floating dock | Nautibuoy 800 Sport floating dock (4 m x 2 m). |
| Snorkeling equipment | Snorkeling equipment for guests. |
- Freshly baked bread & pastries
- Local cheeses & cold cuts
- Greek yogurt – honey & nuts
- Seasonal fruit platter
- Scrambled eggs – Dalmatian prosciutto
- Freshly squeezed orange juice – coffee
- Octopus salad – olive oil & capers
- Grilled Adriatic sea bass – sautéed vegetables & lemon sauce
- Homemade fig cake – vanilla ice cream
- Truffle risotto – parmesan shavings
- Slow-cooked lamb – rosemary potatoes & grilled zucchini
- Traditional Rozata – Croatian caramel custard
- Homemade fig cake – vanilla ice cream
- Traditional Rozata – Croatian caramel custard
- Dalmatian platter – prosciutto, olives & Pag cheese
- Bruschetta – fresh tomatoes & basil
Chef’s Style & Influences
Croatian and international flavors featuring Adriatic seafood, Dalmatian cured meats, seasonal produce, and simple grilling.
Registry & Permits
- Turnaround
- 24hrs
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