Helpful Articles
Feel like you're floating in a sea of questions about yacht charter?
This is the place to find general-information articles that will help you make sense of the many different ways you can think about your next yacht charter.
Bahamas Basics Many American and European travelers think the Bahamas are too close to the States to offer an exotic, tropical getaway. The truth is the exact opposite.
Barge Charter in France's wine regions is becoming more and more like proper yacht charter every day.
Classic Yachts Many of the older yachts--going back to the early 1900s--that are available for charter don't always get their due as great vacation boats, even though you can often get them for 30 percent less than newer yachts the exact same size.
Corporate Charters Most people think of yacht charter as a vacation for family and friends, but there are some brokers with experience in planning corporate, multi-yacht events to thank and impress key staffers and top clients.
Dubai Boat Show 2008 This interview with longtime broker DJ Parker includes her perspectives on Dubai as an up-and-coming charter destination in the Middle East.
Food for Thought Even onboard the biggest, most beautiful brand-new yachts, you’re likely to have an unsatisfying cruising experience if the chef is just average. Here's some practical advice for asking questions to ensure you get top-notch food during your charter.
Glossary Does reading boat brochures make you feel like you're learning a new language? What's the difference between amidships and athwartships? Wondering what the heck LOA is and how it can contribute to your comfort onboard? Our glossary will help!
Hurricane Season has typically been a time when most charter yachts leave the Caribbean and Virgin Islands. But changing weather plans mean more boats are available all year round. Should you book? And how can you protect your investment?
Lessons Learned from the Lady Candida Fire This CharterWave Special Report includes advice and insight from industry experts following the July 2007 fire and sinking of the charter yacht Lady Candida.
Preference Sheets Before any crewed yacht charter, your broker will ask you to fill out a preference sheet. It may ask some highly personal questions--and you shouldn't be shy about answering them.
Special Needs As yacht owners and charter guests get older, luxury yacht design is expanding to include handicap-accessible styling.
The High Five All the editorial reviews of actual yacht charters that we post here on CharterWave include sidebars called "The High Five." The name refers to the five key things we evaluate during every charter. This article explains why those five things are so important.
Theme Nights Many charter yacht crew go out of their way to create elaborate theme nights as entertainment for guests. This article explains some of the more popular types of theme nights onboard charter yachts.
Tipping Your Yacht's Crew: What percentage is right--and what hassles might you expect?
Yacht Design and how it can affect your comfort onboard a charter yacht.
Your total budget and how to determine the charter yacht you can afford.
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