You have decided to spend
your holidays sailing, you have gathered a trustworthy crew made of
your friends and family, you have piched you boat, and the day you
finally board the boat is here.
Getting to the
base
Upon arrival at your chosen
destination, you have to locate the yacht charter base where your
boat is waiting for you to board it. Keep in mind that many
charter bases are located on islands. That means that you
have to figure out a way of getting there. Most yacht charter
agencies, once you book a boat using their services, will give you
the-know-how of getting to the yacht charter base. However, if you
have to rely on your own means of getting to the charter base, be
sure to get really acquainted with the local transportation and its
schedules. If you are arriving at charter base with your car, ask
in advance about the parking possibilities.
Be punctual
Arriving at the charter base on
agreed time is very important since you probably will not be the
only clients taking their sailboat over that day. If you happen to
arrive earlier than agreed, you can spend that extra time
sightseeing or having lunch. You can also go grocery shopping.
However, if you happen to be late for your agreed time, be sure to
let the charter base staff know when can they expect
you.
Keep in mind
Do not forget the
documents. You should have your passport or ID. It would
be smart to have them photocopied in case your charter company
should require copies of your documents. You will also need to
leave a deposit for the boat at the base. You can use your card or
leave a cash deposit. Also, do not forget to submit your crew list
to your agent.
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articles:
Preparing for Yacht Charter
Yacht Charter Costs
What to Take on Sailing
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Yacht Charter Check-in Procedure - What to
Expect
How to Choose a Sailing
Route
What to Do During Yacht
Charter?
Yacht Charter Check-out Procedure - What to
Expect
End of the Yacht Charter
Holidays