All about Boats, Yachts and Sailing

OnNetworks asked:


Yachting has become one of the most luxurious past times for any upscale boater. Sailing the open waters brings all passengers on a yacht to a relaxing place where the cool ocean breeze and warm sun come together. For any first time sailing yachter, though, there are many choices in the lifestyle of yachting. Before deciding on a yacht to purchase, consider the options and classifications for yacht sailing.

 

For the beginner, a small, day sailing yacht may be the perfect fit to give you a feel for the open waters and yacht controls. They are often called dinghies, which is a popular term among fellow sailors. A day sailing yacht is meant for typical weekends or long days for yachting, but they have no overnight cabin. Day yachts provide a cubby for important items and an area to find shelter from ocean spray, but overall their use is mainly for a day of cruising with friends and family.

 

For longer sail yachting, weekend yachts can provide facilities for short, vacation trips. They are designed to allow beaching for an overnight camping, or to take a break from the open water. They have a small cabin with a bed and facilities to keep items for overnight stays. The bed usually has a capacity for two or three people.

 

Cruising yachts are the most popular type of yachts designed for long trips and easy open water maneuverability. They have enormous space both inside and outside to allow larger families and group gatherings to enjoy a long sailing vacation. Their size ranges from twenty five to fifty feet long, and they are designed with several amenities for comfortable cruising.

 

Some sailors enjoy the ability to cruise with a motor instead of sails for a period of time. Motor sailor yachts provide a method of using a motor in place of sails for as long as the driver needs. This option is perfect for days when weather turns sour, or wind is not properly available. They are also good vacation yachts with large rooms in the interior for overnight stays.

 

Luxury sailing yachts are the largest of the sailing yacht styles. They are generally over eighty feet in length with enormous fiberglass hulls. They are equipped with the highest and most advanced computerized equipment, and they are packed full of quality amenities such as television and air condition. Luxury sailing yachts are the finest extended vacation yachts with generators to provide long term electrical power.

 

Finally, in an effort to bring yachters a sport they enjoy, racing yachts are available for competitive sailing. They are made with the lightest materials and created with the sleekest design to avoid wind drag. Their sails are massive to provide the most efficient wind propulsion ability. The sport of yacht racing has become popular among yachting enthusiast for its competitive nature while maintaining an overall enjoyment of yachts and their performance.

 

If you are in the market for a sailing yacht, consider all your options before you buy. Yachting is truly a luxury that everyone enjoys if finances permit.

 

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Esmeralda

Rumble Romagnoli asked:


What follows is an attempt to get the luxury yacht charter industry to face some severe shortcomings in what is being taught and what is being learned by the people in it. The time has come when we must bring ourselves, whether kicking and screaming or through mutual co-operation, onto the next level of professional development for the benefit of all us privileged to be working in the industry. Obviously, some will dismiss all this as a waste of time and another excuse for training providers to screw a few more Euros out of yacht crew: if you instinctively agree with this last statement then this article is addressed to YOU more than anyone else!

Whatever your views many observers both inside and outside the luxury yacht charter industry feel that ongoing training is essential. A large Italian yacht builder, for example, has recently set up its own crew school and regularly hosts training seminars for its fleet. So if it is already happening what’s the problem?

The impression that I get from the crew that I teach seems to reflect both sides of the argument. Like any good instructor I teach in as interactive a style as I can. This means that crew often say things to me that they might not say to their captain or owner (or to my bosses in Blue Water!). Here are a few quotes…

‘Owners should be doing this course!’



‘Captains have no concept of man management!’



‘Crew are lazy and are only looking for the easy way out!’



‘Management companies have very little training in management skills!’



‘Training establishments are only interested in taking your money!’

Of course as many will be quick to point out, the industry has already changed a huge amount. In the early 1990s it was recognised that a professional system of qualifications was required for the industry. Yachts were beginning to be built in such numbers and to such a size that t was becoming generally acknowledged that if the industry didn’t take the initiative for training then the government would step in and impose its own standards, not necessarily adapted to the yachting environment. The Professional Yachtsmen’s Association was formed specifically to do this. The result was the old master class 4 and 5, now replaced in line with STCW95 and with a parallel structure for engineers. At first people howled about it but now no one seriously challenges the need for these qualifications. But what has happened since then?

Many people, having got their tickets, seemed to think that they had ‘made it’ and were only bothered to keep their skills updated if required by the MCA, I estimate that only 3% of certificate holders voluntarily return, for non required training or refresher courses, to keep their skill levels up to date.

So, back to the original question, who is benefiting from training; the Owner or ships officer who does not have to attend or pay for extra training, or, is it crew and guests who entrust their lives in the yacht management team’s levels of competence? Surely professional skills like passage planning, radar operation, navigation should be maintained to a high level. We often hear of high profile yachts involved in collisions and groundings, but they are just the high profile ones; many more incidents occur which do not receive the same level of attention (but I hear about them on my courses from the crew who witnessed them). In my view increased ongoing professional training would go a long way toward improving this.

In many industries and professions across many parts of the world ongoing professional and personnel training is an accepted and welcome fact of life. In the UK a quality organisation called ‘Investors in People’ has been set up to promote this very thing. In France the government ‘Formation Continue’ scheme is specifically designed to encourage personal and professional training amongst salaried employees. This type of training ensures that the business or organisation continues to improve because the staff avoid professional stagnation.

Investors in People, in fact, promote some strategies to improve the organisation which are conspicuously lacking from the current MCA training programme in areas such as leadership and personnel management, appraisal and assessment skills The Investors in People benchmark offers a framework for improving business performance and competitiveness through good practice in human resource development. Companies and organisations who wish to gain the ‘investors in people’ kite mark must show that they have procedures to monitor performance and develop training strategies to improve it. It runs along similar lines to other quality assurance systems and yachts who are already certified for ISM might not find it too difficult to add type to system on to it. I believe this type of training could improve the wellbeing of everyone connected with the industry.

I have emphasised the importance of continuation training in areas concerned with safety but we are not just talking about safety here, we are talking about PERFORMANCE across every aspect of a yacht’s activities. In businesses companies devote resources to training because in the long run it makes them more profitable and efficient. Yachts should not just passively assume that they provide the best possible level of service to owners and charterers they should actively make sure they do by continuation training. Here are some subject area for training that would improve the performance of every yacht

Change management

Time management

Team leadership & management skills

Inter personnel skills

Interviewing skills

Appraisal systems

Safety Management

Project management

Negotiation skills

Financial and accounting skills

Train the trainer

If the industry wants to move on and be seen to move to a higher professional level I feel certain things need to change, Out must go the attitude ‘ It was good enough for me so its good enough for you’ and in must come ‘how can we improve’. Attitudes like ‘its not broken so don’t fix it’ are ultimately doomed to consign any organisation to mediocrity. If you always do today what you did yesterday you will always obtain the same results. How about a course in change management? It is a skill which can be learn: with just small adjustment in how we approach a new concept change can be a positive, informative and helpful process.

Many people in the industry (ashore and afloat) believe they deliver the premier maritime leisure experience available. They could well be right BUT, how can they be sure? Levels of service in yachting (at its best) are second to none, but the level of knowledge required to manage crew (i.e. people), needs to be dramatically improved.

There are still many people in the industry who believe the concept of ongoing personal and professional training is just a distraction. Sometimes they are the first to ask for help; not by asking their own management companies for the information they require for fear of being seen as less than competent, but by asking friends or companies in the industry!!

In conclusion, the above may sound like a training provider looking for work, but I’m sure all who read the article will be able to identify areas where they wish they knew more. Being honest about this and then taking it further and seizing ownership of an industry wide ongoing training programme is what I really would like to promote. Only by working together will we manage the industries’ prolific growth and maintain a large pool of highly motivated and trained staff. There are many people out there wanting to embrace change I believe it’s a great industry but like all great things there is always room for improvement. Lets do it!



Lauren

Neven Grubisic asked:


Before planning a sailing trip to Croatia there are few things everyone should know in order to have nice and stress less vacation. Otherwise you can encounter some serious problems that could affect your holidays.

There are two main charter types - bareboat charter and crewed charter. For bareboat charter at least one person on the board must have a boat leader’s license. The license must me issued by a state institution. If a license is certified by a foreign state institution the Croatian law accepts it in most cases. The license must be related to the sea and open waters and not to the rivers and channels. Law in Croatia does not accept any Sailing Club Certifications. Also at least one person on the board must have a VHF license. Usually boat leader’s license exam covers the VHF part as well. In case none of the guest has such a qualifications then a skipper must be hired. For crewed charter no license is required. Depending on the yacht size, the crew usually consists of captain, hand man, cook, hostess…

In every way the usual charter week in Croatia starts on Saturday afternoon ( 3 pm to 5 pm ) and ends on Saturday morning ( 8 am to 10 am ). Some of the charter companies require to have the boat back from the charter to base marina on Friday afternoon. In this case guests are able to stay on board until Saturday morning. On Saturday can be very crowded in marinas since all charter companies have takeover of all their yachts on that day. Guests should be prepared and very patient keeping in mind that marina staff is doing their best. When taking the yacht ,it is not advised to get in marina much in advanced. There is just a slight chance that your boat will be ready and cleaned among the first boats that were in charter previous week. In case you are already early , it would be much better that you leave your luggage in marina and take a swim on a nearest beach.

Every yacht for charter in Croatia has Casco insurance. The charter companies ask for deposit to be left in base marina in amount of insurance franchise. Depending on the size of the yacht and insurance contract deposit goes from 500 EUR to 2500 EUR and can be paid in cash or by credit card. Credit card will be just slipped and not charged yet. In case the yacht is damaged the charter company will cover the damage from the deposit left by guest and the rest from the insurance company.

All charter companies in Croatia ask 30%-50% of rental payment at the moment of the booking and the rest at least 4 weeks prior to embarkation. In case of booking cancellation , in most cases the complete amount will be returned if the booking was canceled more than a month before charter. This is a part of general charter terms and conditions used by all charter companies in very similar form. Although, there are some differences between one charter company and another. So, it would be good to read the conditions at the moment of booking very carefully.

There are over 100 yacht charter companies and over 3000 yachts in Croatia and each one of them has its own price and terms. To find an ideal yacht for yourself one should contact every charter company asking for availability and prices. Huge list of companies can be found in Croatian tourism official web site www.croatia.hr . Much easier way is to contact the agency ( like Yacht charter Croatia YACHT-RENT ) to do it instead of you. There are some agencies having a complete database of all the yachts in Croatia ( STAR: Charter yacht Croatia ,Yacht charter & rent-a-boat) and they can make you very quick offer. The price will be the same as you contact the charter company directly because the agency gets the rabat from the charter company. In some cases the agency price can even beat the charter company price because of the bigger rabat.

Here follows a very common example of General Charter Terms and Conditions in Croatia:

All bookings made with Charter Company are subject to the following Charter Terms and Conditions . No Agent or Employee of the Company is entitled to vary or amend it.

1. PAYMENT CONDITIONS

A boat has been booked only when the Booking Form and the agreed deposit have reached Charter company or one of its affiliates and when an Invoice stating the terms of the balance payment has been dispatched.

Payment of balance of the charter amount will become due 30 days before the charter start date, without

reminder on the part of the charter operator.

For all bookings made less than 30 days before the start date the charter fee must be paid in full on booking.

All bank charges will be payable by the Charterer.

Bookings made through Travel Agents are subject to agreed travel agency procedures regarding bookings and cancellations and to all the following Charter Conditions.

2. CANCELLATION

A. Cancellation by the Charterer

Should the hirer be unable to take-over the boat he must notify the Company immediately, when every effort will be made to re-let the boat. If successful, the Company will refund the deposit less a re-booking charge of 100 € .

If the company is unable to re-let, the following cancellation policy applies:

- Cancellation more than 60 days before the start of charter: 30% of the charter fee is retained by the company

- Cancellation between 31 and 59 days before the start of charter: 50% of the rental charge is retained by the company

- Cancellation within 30 days of the start of charter: the full amount has to be paid.

B. Cancellation by the Company

Every precaution will be taken to ensure that the booked boat is available in a fully seaworthy condition. If owing to conditions and circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the Company this is not possible, then every effort will be made to supply a similar or suitable boat. Should this not be possible the Charter Fee paid by the Hirer will be returned in full but the Charterer will have no claim on any account against the Company.

3. EMBARKATION

The time of taking possession will normally be Saturday between 17.00 hrs and 21.00 hrs.

The Charterer will take charge of the boat after completion of certain formalities (security deposit, inventory

check), receipt of administrative documents and instructions in operation of the boat.

The Charterer will be required to sign the Check List. Signing implies that:

- The boat was handed over in a clean and tidy state

- The instruction was adequate

- The boat is in a satisfactory mechanical state with full fuel and water tanks

- The inventory has been checked and found satisfactory.

The Company reserves the right to decline a booking or to refuse to hand-over a boat to any person who, in their opinion, is not suitable to take charge on the grounds of ill-health, age, disability, inexperience or any other reason which, in their opinion, would lead to a serious risk of accident or damage. In such cases, Charter company will provide a competent skipper at Charterer’s expense. If the Charterer does not accept a skipper, the Charter Fee will be refunded in full and the Contract terminated without further liability on either party.

4. DISEMBARKATION

The boat must be returned to the originating Base of Embarkation at the time and date agreed, with full fuel and water tanks.

The hirer should plan a great enough margin for the return time to be respected.

Therefore, it is recommended to return the boat in the marina at 17.00 hours the day before the charter ends.

It is the responsibility of the Charterer to make allowance for bad weather.

Failure to return the boat on the due date will incur a charge of double daily rate plus any other charges of

incidental losses incurred by the Company.

The fuel tank and the water tanks have to be filled up before the check-out.

5. INSURANCE

The following insurance will be in full force during the term of the charter:

a) Hull Insurance is provided for total loss or damage to the cruiser and its equipment. Bareboat charterers

shall be responsible for the amount of protection provided from the security deposit. The Charterer, however, is responsible for any loss or damage or any other liabilities arising out of deliberate acts or negligent conduct by charterer, his or her family, guests and agents, in which event the sole responsibility for the entire amount of the loss or damage would fall on the charterer.

Damages on the sails are not covered by insurance.

b) Third Party Liability Insurance

c) Personal Accident Insurance - this insurance does not cover loss, damage or theft of personal luggage or belongings, including any motor vehicles parked at the marina.

The charterer is advised to take out personal travel insurance before departing.

6. SECURITY DEPOSIT

A refundable security deposit, which amount depends on the class of the boat, has to be paid before embarkation (cash, credit cards – Visa, Diners, MC, AC). The deposit has to be paid even when a skipper has been employed to captain the boat.

This deposit can be applied to the repair of damages or loss of equipment caused by charterer or by any of his party. It will be refunded provided that no reason exists for its retention.

Charterers returning or leaving a boat at a Marina different from the one from which they started – except by prior arrangement made with the Company – will lose their deposit.

7. ACCIDENTS, BREAKDOWNS AND REPAIRS

In the event of any accident or mishap the Charterer must immediately provide the Base Manager with full details together with the names and addresses of witnesses and the name of owners or charterers if another vessel is involved. The Base Manager will indicate the next steps to be taken. The Charterer is required to complete the accident report form and to have it completed and countersigned by the third party. In particular, lost dinghies and outboard engines must be reported immediately. Failure to notify the Base Manager of any loss, mishap or accident may invalidate the insurance.

The Base Manager must be notified immediately if any repairs or service are required and they may not be placed in the hands of other repair shops without the Base Manager’s specific approval.

If you have a breakdown of the equipment which is considered essential to the operation of the yacht and which occurs inside the 30 mile radius of the Company base, we will complete repairs within 24 hour of receiving your call. If we fail to correct the problem within 24 hours, you will be refunded on a rate pro-rata to the lost charter time or you will receive a sailing credit toward your next charter.

All other breakdowns will be serviced, but compensation will not be provided if repairs take more than 24 hours.

8. CHARTERER’S LIABILITY AND OBLIGATION

The Charterer shall pay any additional running expenses not included in the charter price: fuel expenses, tourist taxes and a mooring place outside the marina.

The Charterer shall use the boat for pleasure only. Charterer shall not assign this agreement or subcharter

without prior written consent of The Company. The boat shall not transport merchandise or carry passengers.

Passengers, other than those notified on the crew list, must not be carried on the boat.

The Charterer is explicitly liable for the boat in case any official authority confiscates it, due to inappropriate and illegal actions undertaken during the usage of the boat.

All passengers with the exception of any skipper or cook provided by the Company are considered guests from the Charterer. Charterer is responsible for the safety and well-being of chartrer and all guests.

Charterer shall avoid sailing area designated hazardous and should refrain from night sailing.

Charterer shall comply with all laws and regulations of the Croatia or of any other government within the

jurisdiction in which the boat may be at the time.

By signing the agreement, the Charterer certifies that he/she is competent to handle the boat and that the

Charterer has sufficient practical knowledge of seamanship, unless a Company approved skipper has been

employed to captain the boat for the entire charter period.

In accordance with the laws of the Republic of Croatia, the Charterer has to possess a valid license necessary for the navigation (Boat Leaders Certificate) and a radiophone certificate.

9. DISPUTES

The Charaterer is required to notify the Base Manager of any alleged shortcomings or problems with the boat immediately as they occur. No claim can be considered in respect of such alleged shortcomings if not notified as aforesaid.

Furthermore the Company will not investigate nor deal with complaints received later than one week after the termination of the Charter.

In the event of dispute, The Tribunal of Commerce of the port of embarkation is the only competent authority.



John

Kev Moore asked:


plenty of folks out there who dream of owning their own luxury yacht and for most of them that’s all it will ever be, just a yachting dream that will most probably never come true. There are however other alternatives to outright ownership of a luxury yacht that many people are blissfully unaware of which is a great shame because the dream may be a real possibility afterall. The main obstacle for many would be owners is of course the huge cost of even the smallest of vessels which often runs into thousands of dollars. If this could be overcome then of course many more budding sailors would jump at the chance of yacht ownership of that there is little doubt even in the present financial climate. Then again, you may be one of the lucky or fortunate few out there who already own a beautiful yacht all of your own in which case there is no need for you to read this article any further. The most obvious solution to the cost element of owning your own yacht is to charter a craft with a group of like minded friends or business colleagues. This is a great way to spread the cost and share the crewing duties whilst under sail too. You could even charter a craft complete with skipper and crew to do all the work whilst you and your friends just relax whilst enjoying the cruise. That way you won’t even have to worry about who’s turn it is to prepare dinner or do the dishes afterwards never mind concerning yourselves with the actual technicalities of sailing the ship itself. If you are looking for a carefree yachting experience this is probably going to be the number one option for you especially if you want to sail without any seafaring knowledge at all. It;s also a great way to gain some experience of what the whole yachting business is all about and why folks make so much of a fuss about it all. Then of course there are the more seasoned and experienced yachtsmen who have the knowhow but not the huge amount of money needed to own a yacht or schooner all of their own. A great idea for these guys is something called a “boat share” and these schemes are becoming increasingly popular all over the world especially on the sun coast and leisure ports which have sprung up. In essence, you can buy into a a share of a yacht or schooner for the estimated life of the craft and you would be entitled to a set number of pre bookable sailing days throughout the year every year for the life of the craft. The fee usually includes all the mooring fees and any maintenance costs that are likely to be incurred during the share period. This is a great way to experience the thrill of sailing on the open seas at a fraction of the cost of buying and maintaining your own luxury yacht. It is sure to make perfect financial sense even more so when you consider the amount of time most owners would practically be able to spend on board every year. If however you are convinced that a life on the open sea cruising around the world is all that will satisfy your wander lust there is of course the ultimate option and you may be surprised by how many people actually embark upon it. These guys (often married couples) sell everything they own on land and buy their own sea going yacht which then becomes their home too. Then they sail off to where ever the fancy takes them, drop anchor and go ashore for a little exploring until the itchy feet kick back in at which point they are off again. This option is probably only suited to folks who have a long history of sailing especially on open water for long periods of time maybe even as skipper or crew themselves. Then again, there are many cases where those determined to live the yachting dream have gained the experience first with the sole intention of sailing the seven seas even though they have never set foot off land. The bottom line of course is that just like everything else in this life yacht ownership is always a possibility if you are determined to live your dreams. Nothing ever comes easily unless of course you are real lucky and owning your own luxury yacht is certainly no exception to the universal rule. So maybe the first question for any would be sailor should be “how bad do you want it”. Once they have the right answer to that one it is likely most people will find the ways or means to fulfill whatever they desire in life including their own yacht or even a sea going schooner. So perhaps everything really does start with an idea or a dream no matter how impossible it may seem at first if you want it badly enough and you are prepared to make a few sacrifices in other areas of life to obtain it. Who knows? maybe some of you reading this article right now are just about to embark on that journey towards owning your very own luxury yacht.

Elena

Neeraj asked:


Luxury Yachting Greece is unique yacht charter destination in Mediterranean for nautical holidays and vacation. Best way to discover, explore coastal Greece, is with yacht. Enjoy in yacht charter Greece, sail and cruise in Aegean and Ionian Sea, Jewel of the Seas, on bare boat yacht with skipper. Visit, cruise Greek islands, towns and many other beautiful places, anchorages, bays, hidden coves, enjoy your Greece gullet sailing vacation, nautical holidays in Aegean Greek charter Sea Greece.

Be in comfort, with your own crew, your private sun and blue skies. For privacy, any island offers remote beaches, secluded bays or almost barren rocks, all hospitable. However, like the Greek people, you can be on your own, sailing, swimming, skiing or just relaxing. For comfort, an experienced crew is eager to make you feel like royalty. Fabulous nautical holidays in Greece, The sea and sun constitute two basic ingredients, charter yachts the third. Greece, the land of the Sun and the Gods, offers you an endless variety of picturesque places from which to choose those that suit you. For exclusivity, there are countless places in Greece, which remain unspoiled by tourism. They are not all that far away, but access to them is impossible except by yacht! Drink your champagne into a cave where the sea takes colours from a wide palette, have your steward to offer your snacks in a secluded bay with white sandy beach! Enjoy in Greek rich history, Mediterranean food, Wines.

All your dreams of yachting under sun and swimming in blue water can be true. Yachting is the ultimate experience one can have during a vacation. Whether it is yours first or the fifteenth experience you are definitely going to enjoy yachting. If you are planning a vacation, visit sites that provide yachting tours. Get a feel of the market, what are the charges for the tours and book one that is most economical.

Before booking a yachting tour check what are the sightseeing that includes the journey and what are the facilities provided by the yachting crew.

Yacht tours have terrific personal services, fantastic food, and comfortable cabins to make your vacations a paradise. Yachting experience can be compared with 5 star resorts. You get a chance to visit several islands and beautiful landscapes rather than a resort. There are lots of entertaining activities at yacht cruise that you can enjoy like cruise casinos, dancing activities, playing golf, swimming, and many more activities that you must be dreaming to carry out in your vacations.

If you are planning your first yacht journey, better consult a travel agent or visit a site that provides a yacht journey.

Few things should be kept in mind before planning a yacht journey:-

1. How much you are going to spend:-As packages are available for all range of budgets, you can book the affordable one.

2. Who are going on the Cruise: - You can find the cruise that fits your age group. Most of yachting cruise accommodates travellers of a particular age group. So if you are a teenager you find travellers of the same age.

3. When do you want to travel: - . In few seasons yacht journeys are a lot cheaper, so collect information on this issue.

4. What type of cabin do you want: - Choose the right cabin you want so that you can get a view of the sea.

5. How much earlier you book your journey: - If you are booking two to three months earlier you can get discounts on your tickets.

The most interesting thing about yachting tours is that you get a opportunity to interact with people around the World. You can try different variety of food. You don’t have to rush for trains and buses to visit places. You can spend your time under the blue sky with cool sea breeze.

According to my experience Europe can be the best destination for yachting journeys. If you love art, historical places and nature beauty then Europe is the best destination. April to November is the best time for a yacht tour to Europe.



Sabrina

Monish asked:


Formerly yacht was defined as “a light, fast sailing vessel used to move only chief people”. Today, the yacht charter has come to cover a wider variety of vessels, either run by sail, power, or even both. A yacht that is not motorized with sails and wind is generally known to as a motor yacht. A motor yacht normally has a good comfy feel to it. The archetypal motor yacht provides two staterooms estranged by the total length of the motor yacht, along with a spacious living area in between. Motor yacht usually has cabins akin to hotel suites.

Most of the boating fans agree that a motor yacht’s is appeal decisive by the dimensions of its sundeck, fly bridge, and covered aft deck. A motor yacht that comprises of these features is planned for space and especially for comfort. On a sizable motor yacht, the open bridge could place up eight and the sheltered aft deck and fore deck are generally open.

The emblematic cruising speed for a motor yacht is about the 20 knot range with average weight conditions and ocean state. Top speeds might be between 25 and 30 knots, it actually depends up on the model of the motor yacht. Higher cruise and peak end speeds are as well accessible on some models, particularly those premeditated for racing. The majority of motor yachts are mainly fuel competent when roaming at speeds of 8-10 knots that is in fact the average speed of trolling. The higher the speed toured with the motor yacht, the more petroleum would burns. For more detailed petroleum ranges, one should check with the manufacturer.

When you want to purchase a motor yacht, it is commonly most excellent to purchase a smaller one first. A larger motor yacht could cost to the extent that several million US dollars. There are other cost factors as well to be considered, such as trip rental fees, where the motor yacht would be stored, and year on year maintenance. This preservation comprises of having the boat cleaned and worn out once or twice a year. The present high price of gasoline as well contributes to a bigger motor yacht being more expensive.



Liam

Callie Morris asked:


The place to be for the person who likes to fish is boats and on the water, there are many ways to be out on the open water with all the amenities that anyone would expect to make this a perfect trip.

What can turn in to the most relaxed trip on the open water is with a luxury yacht charter, there is no stress and there is a boat filled with amenities. Fishing in the ocean and with many charters a crew to do all the sailing and work aboard ship. Meals are prepared by a chef and an on board win cellar to with wine to compliment every meal.

One pleasing item that will not need to be looked for is the amount of people aboard ship; unlike a cruise ship the only people on the yacht charter are the friends and family that are invited. Luxury yachts are for relaxing and for many people this includes sport fishing. Many yacht rentals are equipped with all the connivances that a sport fisher needs like lockers for the catch of the day and a station to prepare gear for fishing.

Charter boats are a great advantage to many people that want to spend their free time on the water. There is no up keep on the boat and no need to worry about where it would be docked when there is no time to be on the water. This makes yacht rentals an easy choice because of these benefits and along with that there is the fact that the sailing can be done by the crew. That makes a sport fishing charter a prefect way to be on the water without any of the responsibility except catching fish.

These motor yachts also are a great choice for the person that does not fish to relax and feel pampered with the comfort and the amenities that are found on luxury yachts. That makes the luxury yacht charter a choice that many people find the perfect vacation. For the person that fishes and the person that does not because there are comforts for each of them. The amenities that people look for with yacht rentals are the plush sleeping accommodations, the complete fitness centers that are offered on some charter boats, the finely prepared food. They look for this in rental yachts for an enjoyable get away and sport fishing trip.

Another thing that the person wanting to rent a luxury yacht charter looks for is a reliable yacht company for yacht rentals; this is because the sport fishing charter should be an enjoyable time and not a problem trip. Many places offer boat charters and but not all offer the amenities that the luxury yacht can offer, like the expertly designed yacht for sport fishing. It is also the expertly trained crew on a fishing charters that know how to find the perfect spots and how to treat the guests on the boat that makes it well worth finding the right luxury yacht charter.



Bradley

Anna Stenning asked:


The summer months are not too far ahead, however, the weather is yet to catch up on that movement from blustering rainy winter into a warming relaxed spring. However long this takes, it still leaves many of us out of ideas on what to do for the summer holiday. You could take the ever-popular sun soaked beach holidays, or to try something new and active such as a yacht charter holiday. These days more people are becoming drawn to taking part in something interactive and fun.

Yacht charter holidays provide the best of both worlds, for people looking to relax and stay physically motivated. These are available bareboat or skippered depending on the level of experience people have with sailing holidays. Those who have had very little experience will find that sailing abroad will require plenty of knowledge and practise if you are intending on sailing on a bareboat yacht. Various courses are available for beginners to learn.

Beginners however, are restricted on where they can travel to on their own as years of experience and a recognised certificate in yacht chartering is needed to travel further into Asia and Australia. Yacht charter holidays do not however need experienced sailors as many are catered with experienced staff and substantial accommodation. Depending upon your budget you could enjoy a fully catered luxurious break whilst sailing to different coastal areas.

For those looking to go on a yacht charter holiday will most likely want to travel somewhere further than and warm. The most popular of all yacht charter holidays is Greece and Ionian islands. Here people are relaxed and free to sunbathe on the beach with fellow Ionian locals. Cyprus is possibly the Eastern most side of the Mediterranean, which is why it makes for a better yachting experience.

Ibiza has been tipped to be popular with yacht chartering amongst young people and families. As Ibiza is a club-happy island, with a side of impressive views and quiet serene areas for families to enjoy, this also makes for a good yachting holiday. Often these yachts can accommodate for party atmospheres and celebrations.

Canada is good for people looking to have yachting holiday that is relaxed and scenic. These come with Canadian motor yachts that are fully catered, but there are motor boats available for people who are looking to skip the boat themselves without any help. There are provisions made available for people who looking to learn some basic boating techniques.

Mexico is the next stop for yacht charter breaks. The Mexican yacht aims to entertain guests with exotic feast and musical fun, many of which are based on both the yacht and the beach. The beaches are kept sandy white and the sea turquoise blue, so there is more scope to enjoying the land when you fancy a quick dip and sunbathing time.

A Caribbean Yachting experience is above all the most pleasing and entertaining because of its rich vibrant and colourful culture with tasty and exotic cuisines. Furthermore, there is the abundant opportunity to enjoy a party on the beach with the relaxed and friendly locals.

The best experiences are ones that are experienced with someone, so if you are stuck for ideas this summer, there are plenty of opportunities to try your hand at yachting/sailing away.



Braxton

EYachtCharter asked:


For vacationers who haven’t fully discovered the benefits between a cruise vacation and a private yacht charter, the cuisine is definitely one of the major differences. While most cruise ships host all you can eat buffets and stringent meal times often compared to a cattle call, the relaxed structure of a personalized yacht itinerary totally justifies the marginal expense differences. With a fully crewed private yacht charter, guests are able to enjoy their own personal chef who prepares exotic gourmet cuisine tailored to their guests’ tastes. Also on a crewed yacht charter, meal times and snacks in between are always flexible.

The luxury yacht charter industry takes menu and provision preparation very seriously when coordinating dream vacations for its affluent clientele. Some of the best chefs in the world have been recruited from five star kitchens to work on luxury yachts. Since the industry is so detail oriented, it is often its own toughest critic which keeps the caliber of talent extremely high.

There are two definitive charter shows each year in December that allow the industry professionals to inspect the world’s finest yachts for charter and sample chef cuisine. The St. Maarten and Antigua Yacht Charter shows attract the most talented yacht crews and charter experts looking to make their recommendations for the best charter vessels for the upcoming Caribbean Yacht Charter and Mediterranean Yacht Charter seasons.

The shows fill up two weeks worth of non-stop events including captain conferences, wine tasting events and most importantly, gourmet cuisine competitions. The 2007 winner at the Antigua Yacht Charter Competition, was Emma Rye who works aboard Lazy Z. She received accolade in several of the judging categories including best table display and best overall cuisine.

Emma Rye was an England native who developed a passion for cooking as a child when she would vacation in France and make exotic deserts with her father. Rye got her start as a chef when she won a scholarship in a one-day cookoff to attend the Academie de Culinaire in France. She then went on to study as an apprentice at the Savoy Hotel and the Michelin restaurant in London.

After college, Emma got her first call from the head chef of the 416 foot mega yacht, The Octupus which was owned by one of the Co-Founders of Microsoft, Paul Allen. She went to work as their villa chef in the South of France and became accustomed to cooking on boats. Rye also gained experience as a second chef on a yacht before she found a home as head chef on Lazy Z.

Lazy Z is a 165’ Oceano that can accommodate a party of 12 for a motor yacht charter. The vessel is maintained by a crew of 12 who are available to facilitate each guest’s wish. A one week luxury yacht vacation aboard Lazy Z is like a stay aboard a floating 5 star luxe resort with every amenity you can imagine. The 165 footer comes with all of the toys, she has a top of the line Jacuzzi 2 wave runners, water skis that are pulled by a versatile tender, compressor, scuba & snorkel gear, ski-biscuit, skurfer, kneeboard, volley ball set-up, beach tent and games.

The vessel has one king and two queen staterooms with six single berths. The yacht typically charters in Caribbean locations such as Leeward Islands, Virgin Islands during the winter months and Mediterranean locales such as French Riviera, Gulf of Naples and Sardinia in the summer months.

Lazy Z is just one of the many luxury vessels that provide excellent service and decadent fare, the worldly lifestyle of the yachting industry has attracted the most talented chefs from across the globe and contributes to some vacationer’s most memorable travel experiences. If you plan a luxury yacht charter vacation, you can be sure that the menu will be one of the most extravagant elements of your experience and unparalleled to any commercial cruisline vacation.



Chelsie

Ian Morris asked:


There are three key fundamental elements to selling your yacht; enlist the services of a yacht broker, present your yacht in good condition and set the price at market value.

Presentation

First impressions are very important and buyers expect to see a well maintained vessel both inside and out. A badly presented boat will significantly diminish in value. Work on the exterior of your craft to get it looking clean and appealing to buyers. Have her looking like new with a wax and a polish tending to any poor varnish work.

Just as you would if you were selling a house, have a good de-clutter of the interior and remove any personal belongings making sure everything is clean and tidy. Check that the bilges are dry and fresh to avoid a damp and musty smell that may be off-putting to buyers. Get the hull as clean as you can get it paying attention to detail, and hire professionals if necessary.

Engine and Mechanics

Before you bring buyers on board make sure the yacht is in satisfactory working order. Keep sufficient fuel to ensure services operate and be prepared for prospective buyers to test everything on board. Make sure the lights, radio, autopilot, toilets, water systems and other amenities are all in good working order as any defects could encourage buyers to make a lower offer. If the bilges are dirty, clean them as an oil spill can give the impression of an oil leak. Keep the engine room clean and organize a service, if the last one was a while ago. Above all else ensure everything is presentable and in working condition.

Price

To avoid setting the wrong price for your yacht, a common mistake made by many unaided vendors, always do your market research. An unrealistic price that does not reflect your yachts true value is likely to discourage potential buyers. Do not be temped to set a high price with a view to lowering the price through negotiations. There is plenty of choice on the market for used boats and if you price too high this could result in your yacht being passed up in favour of a more reasonably priced vessel or worst still your yacht could remain unsold for months on end, whilst still costing you money. The age of the yacht, condition and accessories all need to be taken into account when comparing other similar yachts for sale. The initial asking price must be checked regularly which is why it’s best to seek the advice of a yacht broker to get an honest appraisal of the current market value of your yacht. Even the most well presented vessel will not sell quickly if the price is not right.

Documentation

The more paperwork you can provide the better. Assemble all the manuals and service history you have for your craft and store them in a safe place. Make copies for the broker and keep manuals onboard for prospective buyers. Appropriate paperwork should include a Declaration of Conformity (if built after 16th June, 1998), and the original sales invoice which will show that VAT has been paid.

There is also advertising/marketing of the vessel and a pre-sale survey to consider. The process of selling your yacht should not be rushed into and as a seller you will undoubtedly benefit from the expertise and skill of a yacht brokers selling service who will work to ensure you a successful sale.



Justine