The Ins and Outs of Crewed Yacht Charters

The yachtswhich often include a competition between the chefs.
There are about 250 crewed charter yachts aroundThey are the link between the yachts and the
the Virgin Islands, spanning from 40' monohulls to 100'brokers.
catamarans and motor yachts. These yachts areThe brokers
privately owned and run either by the owners or aTo book a charter you need to find a charter yacht
hired crew. There will be a captain and a chef - also ifbroker. Like any other profession, this requires a very
they only have 2 guests - who will work hard tospecific knowledge. At the boat shows the brokers
ensure the guests a wonderful adventure. Theare gathering facts and personal impressions, meeting
yachts can be categorized as tiny floating boutiquenew crew and hear about upgrades on yachts they
hotels, with a service standard that even 5 staralready know. Working closely with their clients, this
hotels can only dream about.knowledge becomes the base for matching them
The rates start around $300/person/day and includewith the right yacht and crew, which lives up to their
the yacht and crew, all meals, beverages, runningrequirements. Besides an in-depth knowledge of the
expenses and water sports equipment. The chartersyachts, it is also important, that the broker is well
can start any day of the week and last as long astravelled and knows the different destinations, where
the guests wish.the charters take place.
The clearinghousesThe guests are often people with no sailing
The yachts are gathered in clearinghouses, whichexperience and it is up to the broker to keep the
administer their calendars, payments, bookings etc.expectations realistic to make sure the vacation
They arrange yearly boat shows, where the brokersbecomes a success.
can inspect the yachts and interview the crews and