As I look through my notes from the recent Mediterranean charter yacht shows, I realize that I am now familiar with no fewer than three motoryachts that go by the name Charisma.

One, of course, is the 130-footer built by Hatteras whose captain blogs for us here on CharterWave from the Caribbean and Bahamas. The second is a beautifully restored 150-footer built by Feadship that’s currently in the Western Mediterranean, and the third is a U.S.-flagged motoryacht that was built in Slovakia and is now operating in Turkey.

I bring this up because it’s important for you to know exactly what you’re getting when you decide which charter yacht to book. “I’m going to be onboard the motoryacht Charisma” could mean three very different things–in terms of your comfort, your destination, and the price you pay for a week’s vacation.

When you’re researching charter yachts, be sure you go by more than just their names when comparing amenities and rates. Look at their LOA–length overall–and the name of the yard that built them as additional identifying factors.

And, as always, work with a reputable charter broker who will make sure you get exactly the yacht you want.

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