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How to Plan and Book a Bareboat Charter - Guide from a Broker with over 1,000 Trips
NauticEd Sailing and Yacht Vacations - https://www.nauticed.org/sailing-vacations Planning your first bareboat charter? This step-by-step guide walks you through how to book (broker vs direct), license/experience requirements, beginner-friendly destinations, real costs & deposits, insurance, contracts, provisioning options, add-ons, and common scams to avoid—so your sailing vacation (mono or catamaran charter) goes smoothly. What you’ll learn: - Bareboat vs crewed, and broker vs direct booking - License/experience proof (SLC/ICC & skipper resume) - Top beginner destinations (BVI, Bahamas, Croatia, Greece) & best seasons - True costs: base rate, fees, security deposits, damage waiver, fuel, moorings - Add-ons & provisioning (skipper, toys, meal plans, shopping services) - Contracts & insurance fine print + red flags/scams to avoid - Boat choice: monohull vs catamaran, size, layouts - Booking timeline, checklist, and tips for families & first-timers #catamaran #bareboatcharter #charter
