For those of you who want the benefits of a fully crewed charter, how about a crewed catamaran this year?  Many of the new catamarans have all the luxury features of a motor yacht, but at a fraction of the price and with a carbon footprint that is orders of magnitude smaller.

All that you’d expect from a crewed charter: pampering, privacy, luxurious living spaces, gourmet food, water toys – the works – can be found on a catamaran.  And catamarans may actually rock less than a motor yacht, so you may find it more relaxing to be on.

There are now spectacular crewed cats all over the world – of course in the Caribbean and Mediterranean, but now also including some beautiful new yachts in the Indian Ocean and Pacific.  Some have specialties such as wellness or honeymoons – let us know if you have a particular need in mind.

So, if you’re on a budget, but still want a crewed yacht charter this year, we highly recommend you look at some of our glorious crewed catamarans for charter worldwide.

It’s obvious, and we’re seeing it very strongly in our enquiries – sailboats are going to be huge in 2009.  In a year of concern about finances and the environment, what could be a better way to holiday than on a low-carbon-footprint sailboat? Sailboat charter is normally far less expensive than motor yacht charter – both the base price and the fuel consumption.

Sailing Yachts have been steadily adding features and comfort, and we can find a model that offers you amazing amenities, style and grace. If you’re looking for a crewed sailing yacht, you can find some amazing boats where you will be pampered, fed gourmet cuisine, and experience the thrill of sailing.  To give you an idea, look at some of these beautiful crewed sailing yachts such as Tiara (pictured).  And for true value, check out our Turkish and Croatian Gulets.

Fuel prices are down by almost half, so it’s less expensive chartering Motor Yachts this year, but 2009 could truly be the year of the Sailboat.

(The third in our articles about where to charter for value in 2009)

We have raved about the wonderful Blue Cruises in Turkey: charters in beautiful wooden gulets along the pristine southeastern Coast of Turkey.  Gulets offer exceptional charter value – large crewed yachts with nice staterooms, ensuite bathrooms, air conditioning, ample social areas and dedicated crew. The cost of a gulet can be literally 1/10th of a similar sized motor yacht, and you get the added benefit of being able to sail these storied waters, just as in ancient times.

In 2009, when everyone is looking for value, look no further than Turkey (Bodrum, Marmaris, Gocek amongst other ports) for a fabulous charter holiday that is affordable as well!

Click here for more information on Chartering a Gulet in Turkey.