Boat Charter Top Tips
There’s no better way to make a holiday special than a boat charter. If it goes well it can be a magical day out but it also can be a disaster so here’s some basic tips to help make your day at sea fantastic.
“Bareboat” mean that there’s no crew so if you have chartered bareboat and you can’t sail you aint going anywhere. 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 you one if it doesn’t. In some countries legally they may not be able to supply you with one.
If you’ve opted for a power boat then you will need to take into account that the fuel is normally on top of the charter fee so if you’ve hired a gas guzzleing speed boat be aware.
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 and discovered what a mess you are in.
If you are going to have a swim off the boat it’s a good idea to have a snorkel and goggles. Always check for jelly fish before diving in…and sharks if applicable….they tend to be quite bitey.
When the weather is bad you will be required to wear a life jacket, especially if you can’t swim. It’s advisable for children to wear them all the times. Some boats will not be suitable for really young children. Always take the skippers advice and listen to his safety speech at the start of the journey.
It’s a nice idea to tip the skipper and if you’re going ashore for a meal ask him along you might get some good sea tales out of him. It’s normal practice to tip the skipper at the end of the trip.
That’s all you need to know for now have fun and if it all goes well you should have a smashing day!
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