Boat Charter Newbe Top Tips
Vacations can become “times of your life” when you get aboard a boat. It can be a day to remember if it goes well. You will need to follow some simple rules to avoid problems. Here are a few basic tips to make your day trouble free.
“Bareboat” mean that there’s no crew so if you have chartered bareboat and you can’t sail you’re going nowhere. 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 this for you. In some countries (like Spain) they may have legal problems supplying you with one.
If you have a power boat then you will normally be charged a fuel surcharge. Get an estimate of cost before you set sail!
You can tan three times the speed at sea. But you have to be careful not to burn. Take lotion and a hat. You often don’t feel the effects of the sun until you have reached land at the end of the day and then it’s too late!
If you are going to have a swim, it’s a good idea to have a snorkel and goggles. Always check for jelly fish before leaping in…and sharks if applicable….they tend to be quite bitey.
The safety warning are usually recited at the start of the trip and they are worth listening to. Children must wear life jackets at all times. Adults are normally only required to wear them if they can’t swim or in bad weather.
Always tip the skipper or if you’re going ashore for lunch invite him along.
That’s it! Have fun it should be one of the best days of your holiday!
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