{"id":1141,"date":"2010-08-30T12:22:21","date_gmt":"2010-08-30T10:22:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/blog\/?p=1141"},"modified":"2013-04-01T20:23:13","modified_gmt":"2013-04-01T18:23:13","slug":"10-top-tips-to-get-the-best-from-your-crewed-yacht-charter-experience-and-enjoy-yourself-more","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.boatbookings.com\/blog\/2010\/08\/30\/10-top-tips-to-get-the-best-from-your-crewed-yacht-charter-experience-and-enjoy-yourself-more\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Top Tips To Get The Best From Your Crewed Yacht Charter Experience – and Enjoy Yourself More!"},"content":{"rendered":"

We have just launched a page on Boatbookings.com designed to help the charterer understand how to work better with the crew so that everyone is comfortable and the charter goes more smoothly.\u00a0 A synopsis is included below -for full text see Tips To Get The Best From Your Crewed Charter Experience<\/a>.<\/p>\n

1. Make your desires clear before the charter<\/h3>\n

This generally involves filling out your preference sheets and telling your broker exactly what you want (and don't want) on your charter.<\/p>\n

2. Talk to the Captain at the beginning, and regularly throughout the trip<\/h3>\n

Captains have excellent local knowledge as well as a good sense for itineraries that appeal to different types of clients.\u00a0 Talk to him regularly, and don't let issues fester – discuss them early!<\/p>\n

3. Treat the crew with respect<\/h3>\n

Yacht Charter Crews are not servants, and should not be treated as such. A bit of courtesy goes a long way!<\/p>\n

4. Be flexible on your itinerary<\/h3>\n

If your captain recommends against a destination, it's probably because he has assessed the risks and believes it is a bad idea. A bit of flexibility on your part can reduce the tension significantly.<\/p>\n

5. Remember you're on a boat<\/h3>\n

Safety has to come first on a yacht – please don't ask the crew to shade the rules.<\/p>\n

6. Treat your broker as a partner<\/h3>\n

Good yacht brokers provide you with free advice based on their experience and knowledge of yachts and crews.\u00a0 If you establish a trusting relationship with the broker you will find that the process is enjoyable and you may learn about new yachts or destinations that you hadn't heard about.<\/p>\n

7. Don't try to do too much on your charter<\/h3>\n

One of the greatest joys of being on a yacht is relaxing – you don't have to hit three destinations every day like you are on a tour. Plan a day or two of slack in the itinerary, be flexible, and don't hesitate to stay an extra day in a location if you're enjoying it.<\/p>\n

8. Don't put the crew or captain in a difficult position<\/h3>\n

The most stressful position to be in for a captain and crew is when there is a conflict between what you want to do and their judgment of safety or regulations. Please listen to them and understand their reasoning.<\/p>\n

9. Babysitting is your responsibility, not the crew's<\/h3>\n

Most crews love taking care of kids, but it is not their responsibility to be babysitters. They will often offer to help, but bottom line the children are your responsibility.<\/p>\n

10. Relax and enjoy!<\/h3>\n

You are on holiday and have paid for a helpful crew. Let them make some decisions for you, and enjoy the ride!<\/p>\n

Send us yours!<\/h2>\n

We'd love your suggestions as well, please comment on this blog post or add them on our Boatbookings.com facebook page<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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