Top Tips For First Time Boat Charter
There’s no better way to make a holiday special than a boat charter. If it goes well it can be a magical day out but it also can be a disaster so here’s some basic tips to help make your day at sea fantastic.
“Bareboat” mean that there’s no crew so if you have chartered bareboat and you can’t sail you aint going anywhere. Not unless you qualify and get the necessary papers yourself. Always check the boat comes with a skipper and crew. The charter company can usually organise you one if it doesn’t. In some countries legally they may not be able to supply you with one.
If you have a power boat then you need to know you will normally be charged a fuel surcharge. In the current climate this will be a considerable amount even for day charter.
The effects of the sun are up to three times as powerful at sea as on land. Make sure you take a hat and some sun block. The ladies might be interested in the fact you can tan three times the speed at sea.
If you are going to have a swim off the boat it’s a good idea to have a snorkel and goggles. Always check for jelly fish before diving in…and sharks if applicable….they tend to be quite bitey.
When the weather is bad you will be required to wear a life jacket, especially if you can’t swim. It’s advisable for children to wear them all the times. Some boats will not be suitable for really young children. Always take the skippers advice and listen to his safety speech at the start of the journey.
If you are lunching ashore it’s often a good idea to invite the skipper along. he might have some great sea stories to share with you. It’s normal practice to tip the skipper at the end of the trip.
That’s all you need to know for now have fun and if it all goes well you should have a smashing day!
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September 11 2008 09:05 am | Vacations