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Licences, costs, contracts, areas and experiences – everything you should know before your charter.
Yacht Charter Without a License – Is It Possible?
No sailing licence? No problem. A skipper charter lets you enjoy your yacht to the full.
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What Is APA in Yacht Charter?
APA is almost always charged in addition to the base charter rate for crewed yachts. Here's what it pays for.
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Skippered Charter or Bareboat – What's Right for You?
Two charter models, two completely different vacation experiences. Here's how to find the right choice for your crew.
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Best Time to Sail the Adriatic – Seasonal Calendar
The Adriatic is sailable nearly year-round — but not every month is equally well suited.
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Charter Contract: The Checklist Before You Sign
A good charter contract protects both sides. These points belong on your checklist.
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Which Sailing License Is Needed Where?
Every country has its own requirements for boating licenses. Here's the overview for the most important charter destinations.
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What Does a Yacht Really Cost? Extra Costs Explained
The charter price is only half the story. Here are the extra costs you should budget for.
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Catamaran or Sailing yacht – The Comparison
Two of the most popular charter types compared head-to-head — which one fits you?
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Yacht Charter Croatia — The Complete Guide
Croatia is Europe's most chartered destination. The complete overview.
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Yacht Charter Greece — The Complete Guide
From gentle winds in the Ionian Sea to the Cyclades — Greece offers the right destination for every taste.
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The Blue Voyage — Gulet Charter in Turkey
The traditional Blue Voyage on a gulet is one of the most atmospheric charter experiences there is.
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Bareboat Charter: The Step-by-Step Guide
First bareboat charter? Here's the full process from booking to return.
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Yacht Charter with Kids — What Families Should Know
With the right planning, a yacht vacation becomes a relaxed experience even with children.
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Yacht Charter for Honeymoons & Wedding Trips
Private bays, sunsets on deck — a yacht charter is one of the most romantic forms of honeymoon travel.
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Best Time to Sail Greece — Seasonal Calendar
Between gentle early-summer winds and strong Meltemi — the best time depends heavily on the destination.
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Best Time to Sail the Caribbean — Seasonal Calendar
The Caribbean is warm year-round — but not every season is suitable for yacht charter.
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Wind and Weather When Sailing — The Basics
Understanding wind force and local winds makes for a more relaxed and safer sailing trip.
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Packing List for Your Yacht Charter
Soft bags instead of hard-shell suitcases — and more tips for the perfect packing list.
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Provisioning: How to Nail the Pre-Charter Grocery Run
Well-planned provisioning saves time on your first vacation day and prevents shortages at sea.
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Insurance in Yacht Charter Explained
Not every insurance is automatically included — here's an overview of the key terms.
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Finding the Right Skipper — What to Look For
A good skipper makes the crucial difference between stress and relaxation on board.
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Gulet or Catamaran — The Comparison
Two very different concepts for the Turkish Aegean — which one fits you?
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Yacht Charter for Solo Travelers and Small Groups
You don't need to fill an entire boat to experience a charter trip.
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Flying to Your Charter Marina — The Best Tips
The best yacht is no use if your flight makes you miss the handover — here's how to plan your arrival correctly.
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Flotilla Sailing or Private Charter?
Together in company or entirely on your own — both concepts have their merits.
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Safety on Board — The Most Important Checklist
A few minutes of safety checks at the start of your trip protect against nasty surprises.
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Planning Your Yacht Charter Budget Correctly
A realistic budget prevents nasty surprises at your destination.
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Yacht Charter Balearics — Mallorca, Ibiza, Menorca, Formentera Compared
Four islands, four completely different characters — the Balearics overview for choosing your destination.
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Combining Corsica and Sardinia — The Ideal Two-Week Route
Two of the most beautiful Mediterranean islands, separated only by a short strait.
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Motorboat License for Charter — What You Need to Know
For motor yachts, different rules sometimes apply than for sailing yachts — here's the overview.
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Learning to Sail — First Steps Before Your Own Charter
From your first sailing course to independent bareboat charter — here's how to get started.
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The Most Beautiful Anchorages in the Adriatic
These bays shouldn't be missing from any Adriatic charter route.
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The Most Beautiful Anchorages in Greece
These Greek bays rank among the most photogenic in the entire Mediterranean.
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Early-Booking Discount or Last-Minute Charter — Which Pays Off More?
Two strategies, one goal: the best value for your charter.
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Chartering a Yacht with Your Dog — What to Consider
Bringing your four-legged friend on board? With the right preparation, it's no problem.
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Diving and Snorkeling During Your Yacht Charter
Your boat as a mobile dive base — these destinations offer the most beautiful underwater world.
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Crewed Charter — The Full-Service Explained
For anyone who wants zero organizational effort: crewed charter with a full service package.
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Planning Your Sailing Route — The Most Important Tips
A good route plan is the difference between a relaxing vacation and constant stress.
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Yacht Technology: Basic Knowledge for Charterers
No engineering degree required — but every charterer should know these basics.
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Chartering Sustainably — Eco-Friendly Tips for Your Yacht Trip
With a few adjustments, your yacht vacation becomes significantly more environmentally friendly.
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Corporate Events and Incentive Trips via Yacht Charter
A yacht charter is an unusual, memorable format for corporate events and client trips.
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Preventing Seasickness — The Best Tips
With the right preparation, seasickness can usually be kept well under control.
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