Sunday, January 12, 2014

Motor Yacht Charter: 3 Options For Your Luxury Vacation

By Marissa Velazquez


Whether you prefer action and water sports, exploring, wining and dining or lazy days under the sun with a cocktail, a motor yacht charter will enable you to have the kind of vacation you desire. The vast expanse of the sea coupled with the virtually unlimited freedom offered by a boat makes for an unrivalled holiday adventure. The following is a brief outline of the basic options available for this type of vacation.

The simplest, most affordable option is bare boat. For those who wish for the maximum freedom on their voyage, this is a great choice. With no professional captain or crew, this also makes for the most private option where one can completely relax and let one's hair down. With that said, there are important things to consider before taking this route.

This option does require that one person in the boat's party is the designated skipper and is qualified to at least a basic level (e. G. Having an International Certificate of Competence). It will also be a big help if the skipper has some experience of the local waters. Before embarking on the trip, it should be made clear that the skipper is in charge and that everyone on board should (within reason) defer to this person.

Others with crew roles should be clear as to exactly what they are, and what is expected of them. They should be prepared to carry out these roles in a competent, responsible fashion. The skipper should be someone with the authority and management skills to motivate and manage the 'crew'.

Another option is go the bare-boat-with-skipper route. If you want to enjoy the benefits of a bare-boat charter but do not have skippering skills, this is an excellent compromise. As it's name suggests, this is a boat charter complete with an experienced skipper. He or she will drive and moor the boat and may call upon one or more of the passengers to help with minor tasks.

One massive advantage of this arrangement is the the skipper will be in-the-know as to the best destinations for whatever activities you have in mind. Rest assured, he or she will know the best restaurants, swimming/diving spots and so forth. This can potentially save you much wasted time and effort and is a key benefit to bear in mind.

A third option is a boat with a captain and full deployment of crew. It goes without saying that this is the most costly option, but it is also the most luxurious and care-free. Knowing that all of the practicalities of running the boat are covered enables you to focus on enjoying yourself. If you don't mind the higher costs and slight lack of privacy, this is a sterling way to explore your chosen destination.

Overall, a motor yacht charter is without doubt one of the most amazing, memorable ways to vacation. Vessels are available in just about every exotic, fashionable and desirable location one could wish for. Being able to explore such breath-taking places with such freedom and amid the luxury of a modern yacht, makes for a holiday that is like no other.




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