David Hackert, president of Prestige Yacht Charters, says nothing beats boat charters when it comes to celebrating your special day, whether it is a birthday, an anniversary or a wedding. “Think about the weddings you have attended in the past. You celebrated, danced and went home,” he explains. “A wedding on a yacht, however, could offer panoramic views, imposing skylines or even an exploration of serene inlets and coves. It would be an occasion your guests would remember for the rest of their lives.” There are many decisions to make when it comes to selecting from the diverse pool of luxury yachts but the benefits far exceed the initial effort.
Do you want to be a skipper? This is one of the first decisions to make when considering private a boat charter. If the answer is “yes,” then be prepared to hand over your boating resume to the charter company, which includes several years of experience sailing the size and type of boat you intend to charter. At www.ebare.com, you can take an assessment to see if you are ready for smooth sailing and to see what your options are if you are not quite prepared. You may need to take a few boating and safety courses before being allowed to hold supreme power aboard your private yacht. On the day of your charter, some companies may take you out on a demo cruise, where you will demonstrate your knowledge. If you flunk the demo, then the company will place a captain aboard your vessel. If, on the other hand, you pass your demo, then congratulations! You will be commanding your first bareboat charter.
Next you will need to decide whether you want to go through a yacht broker or a boat charters company. A yacht broker is like a personal travel agent paid a commission by various charter companies at no extra expense to you. This trained professional will have an in-depth knowledge of various crews, chefs, ships, companies and destinations to assemble a grand sailing vacation. You can find knowledgeable brokers through the American Yacht Charter Association, the Charter Yacht Brokers Association or international groups, like the Mediterranean Yacht Brokers Association or the British Columbia Yacht Brokers Association. If you decide to go with an experienced charter company which has packages already put together, then be sure they have at least 10 years of experience, client testimonials, new yachts, a wide choice of amenities and a friendly staff.
Lastly, you will need to look at all boat charters to see which one speaks to you. Whether it is a luxury yacht charter, a catamaran, a mono-hull or a sailboat, you will want to see that the amenities are what you have envisioned. Naturally, sailboats are a cheaper trip than power boats because they use less fuel. Sailboats are ideal for breezy oceanic locations, allowing you access in hard-to-reach places. You will need a little experience to operate sailboats but you can get the most up-close view of your surroundings this way. Powerboats are good for people with less sailing experience because they are relatively easy to use. They also have more interior space, luxurious amenities that your own home would have and excellent stability for fishing or diving charters. Luxury yachts are yet another option, ranging in opulence, size and power. You’ll probably get a full crew to manage all the details on luxury yacht charters.
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