Sailing Vacation On a Charter Yacht

Top-end luxury yacht charters have people thinking that a private charter yacht is too costly to rent. However, there are a number of smaller, more affordable sailing yachts to choose from, which still have the privacy, the luxury and the thrill of the more expensive boats.

The cost of having your very own yacht is actually comparable to the price of vacationing on a cruise ship, especially if you have friends or families to split the cost. A chartered sailing vacation is an unforgettable experience, allowing unprecedented freedom, adventure and fully customized amenities.

A sailboat charter is a great choice if you want the ocean, the wind and the marine life to be part of your whole travel experience. Yet, it is not about getting where you are going. For you it is about the journey. You can coast leisurely during calm weather or be whisked away with the trade-winds, feeling the breeze through your hair and the mist on your face.

You enjoy learning to raise the sail, ducking so you don’t whack your head on the boom occasionally and coasting over the waves with natural wind power. Sail boats provide exhilarating rides and the price is right, although they may not be for everyone. When they speed up, the boat may tilt to the left a little and provide a wilder ride for novices. There is also less space on a sailing charter than what the powerboats have to offer.

A catamaran may come in power or sail, but they offer a stable ride that will not make you sea sick. They are faster than mono-hulls, with more indoor and outdoor space. The nets in the front of the catamaran provide a great vantage point for dolphin watching and taking in the fresh ocean spray.

Unlike a sailboat, which may tilt while sailing quickly, the catamaran is a level ride, making it ideal for children, senior citizens or the faint-of-heart, first-time sailors. The small draft of this charter yacht allows you the ability to anchor in shallow waters, so you can go just about anywhere. The downside of a catamaran is the width of the boat, which hogs a lot of space at the marina.

To save the hassle, many people choose the crewed charter yacht option. You can have a skipper or owner only or you may have a captain, a first mate, a chef and a full crew. You will have people working behind the scenes to make your sailing vacation truly magical. They will be cooking, cleaning, planning activities (if necessary) and navigating the ship.

Since the sailors own the yacht, it will likely be in better condition than a bareboat charter and you will feel as though you are at a bed and breakfast, rather than some austere boat tour. Fully crewed luxury yachts are the most expensive option, ranging from $20,000 for a 46 foot sailing yacht with four guests, to a 170-foot motor yacht accommodating ten guests for $250,000 a week plus expenses. Truly, there is a boat for everyone.

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