If you have not chartered a yacht before, here’s a handy-dandy primer, or chartering guide 101, for your first charter experience. The idea of chartering a yacht, whether it be in the Caribbean, the Mediterranean or other exotic destinations, may seem a little daunting if it’s your first time. Here’s how to make it simple. For starters,…
DetailsWow, am I walking straight into the lion’s jaws, or what? Tipping has been an ongoing topic of discussion between Captains, Crews, Clearing Houses, Management Companies and Charter Booking Agents and Brokers for decades. Recently, with the recession, it has become a hot topic and, as usual, will not be resolved this year either. This…
DetailsSome favorite Bahamas yacht charter and fishing destinations include the Exuma Islands and the Abaco and of course, the Out-Islands. The crystal clear waters and unique reefs, coral heads and the wildlife are unparalleled. The Bahamian people are warm and friendly when treated with respect and the whole Bahamian experience gets a 5 star rating.…
DetailsHere’s a compendium of questions that we are frequently asked about chartering a crewed yacht or catamaran in the British Virgin Islands. I’m reproducing some of these in this blog format so customers can have a document to print out that answers most questions. 1. High Season – Low Season – in the Caribbean there…
DetailsYachting in the Italian Riviera: Glamour with Gusto The 2014 yachting season in the Italian Riviera has launched. In the picture-perfect harbors, patrons gaze out from waterfront cafes at the newly arrived yachts in curiosity and delight. No matter who you are, charter guests docked in their tiny ports are worthy of distinction. The excitement…
DetailsSomeone posted a comment on our Facebook page that was showing a picture of the bow of a Turkish Gulet, as in: “Alright, I’ll bite, what’s a Gulet?” Which, of course, gave me the inspiration for this article. Let me give you the technical explanation first – Gulets are beautiful, sleek, 2 or 3 masted…
DetailsThe Mediterranean yacht rate structure in a contract to charter a boat is as follows. First, there is a fixed base rate for the boat and the crew. Second, there is a “variable” part which is called the APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance). This is, essentially, an “advance” that you are making to the Captain of…
DetailsIf you’re looking for something unique and special for your summer charter vacation getaway, perhaps you should take a closer look at Alaska and the Pacific NorthWest as an option. The best way to to see the spectacular sights and experiences of this amazing region of our continent is to charter a nice comfortable yacht…
DetailsNo I didn’t see these on somebody else’s website – they are my own thoughts after 15 years is the business – these are the 3 critical yacht charter tips that I’d like to pass on. They are most critical for crewed yacht charters. 1. The crew makes your charter successful – not the boat.…
DetailsHydra is a different Greek island. So many islands so little time: this is the conundrum we face after the decision is made – “let’s do the Greek islands this year….” – this is the point where most foreigners and would be charterers, entranced by the beautiful pictures of white windmills and churches with blue…
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