{"key":"tornado-40-as","blocks":[{"section":"intro","body":"The Tornado 40 is an older-generation open cruiser built by Cantieri Navali Tornado in Italy, understood to be a classic aft-cabin sportboat rather than a modern production hull. At 13 metres with an unusually wide 4.2-metre beam, she sits stable and planted through the coastal chop while still running to a confirmed 38 knots when the water opens up. The single aft cabin and head below give guests a private place to change and shade from the midday sun, but the boat lives on deck: this is a day-charter machine, not a floating apartment. She suits a group that wants pace, an open cockpit, and a captain who knows every cove between Salerno and Positano."},{"section":"setting","heading":"The Route","body":"A full day runs west along the Amalfi coastline from Salerno. Anchor under the Emerald Grotto near Conca dei Marini, drift past the pastel stack of Positano, and swim off the Li Galli islands where the water turns deep blue over sand. Amalfi and Nerano are within comfortable reach for lunch ashore, and on a calm day the captain can push out toward Capri. The itinerary is built around the wind and the swell on the morning of the charter, not a fixed loop."},{"section":"interiors","heading":"On Board","body":"The Tornado is an open sportboat: a broad sun-soaked cockpit up top and a compact but finished cabin below for privacy and shade.","bullets":["Wide 4.2-metre beam for a stable, planted ride","Open cockpit with wraparound seating and sun lounging","One aft cabin below for changing and shade","One head with freshwater shower","Wood-lined interior","Teak aft deck built for lounging","Wi-Fi modem aboard"]},{"section":"activities","heading":"On the Water","body":"The day is paced around swim stops in the clearest water the captain can find. Snorkel off the Li Galli islands, cool off under the cliffs near the Emerald Grotto, and stretch out on the aft deck between anchorages. A removable sun shade covers the cockpit at anchor, towels are aboard, and dry snacks and soft drinks are included. Guests are welcome to bring their own preferred food and wine for the day."},{"section":"logistics","heading":"Boarding & Transfers","body":"A private Mercedes minivan transfer to and from the marina is included with every charter. Boarding is at Salerno Marina d'Arechi, with Cetara or Minori available as alternative departure points on request. A licensed captain runs the boat for the full day; the itinerary, swim stops, and lunch stop are agreed on board."},{"section":"ideal-for","heading":"Best For","body":null,"bullets":["Couples and small groups wanting a fast, sporty coastal day","Guests who value an open cockpit and swimming over interior space","A first Amalfi Coast charter at an accessible size","Photographers chasing Positano and Li Galli from the water"]}]}