Finding the right yacht charter for your sailing vacation can be overwhelming given the multitude of choices available. Asking your charter broker for advice is your best option, but below are some tips:
Destination
Chartering a yacht has many similarities with purchasing a house. Just like when buying a house, you’d probably want to find out where you want to sail.
Cabins
The number of cabins is also an important consideration in choosing a charter yacht. If you are going on a vacation with another couple, then choose a boat that has two fairly the same cabins. If you have children coming with you, then you need a larger boat with an additional twin berth. It’s important that you choose a boat that has enough space for everyone so no one feels left out.
Berth Configuration
When going over details about potential yachts, take note of how the cabins are positioned against each other. If you have children that need attending to, you may want to choose a boat that has cabins close to each other. In this way, you’ll be able to attend to them at a moment’s notice. In contrary, if you want more privacy, choose a boat with cabins that are far apart. This will allow you to watch TV or snore without disturbing other guests. Catamarans are known for these kinds of cabin arrangements.
Budget
Knowing your budget can greatly help you land that perfect boat. Apart from the charter cost, you need to find out what additional costs you will incur during your vacation. Additional expenses such as dockage, fuel, water sports, and gratuity among others highly depend on the yacht on charter. This is why it’s imperative to talk to a yacht charter broker to find out whether a certain yacht is really within you price range. It also would be a big factor if your broker personally knows that people behind the charter.
Amenities
It’s easy to assume that the larger the boat, the more luxurious amenities it has onboard. Well this may always be the case. Also, some boats may carry amenities that you don’t necessarily want and may just cost you more. You also have to consider the preference of other guests. What water sports do they want to engage in while on charter? Not all yachts have every water sports onboard. When not on their list, you may want to ask if they can rent it somewhere else for you.
