First of all, you need the right skills. In most countries, this knowledge must be documented with appropriate certificates or patents. These can be documents issued by the Polish Yachting Association - yacht sailor, yacht helmsman, yacht captain. In addition, among the crew (usually the skipper) there must be a person with radio operator qualifications. In Croatia, you can sail a yacht with the Voditelj Brodice degree - this is a Croatian permit for sailing a yacht and operating a VHF radio.
Yes, anyone can charter a yacht, you don't need any licenses. However, a person with a license will be needed to run the vessel - it can be someone you know or a hired skipper.
A hostess cleans, prepares meals, does shopping, and helps with manoeuvres during a cruise. On land, she is a good guide to local attractions, taverns, and is often a translator.
Absolutely... but you should report this to the shipowner in advance so that they can prepare life jackets in the right size for young sailors. Most shipowners also offer a "safety net", which is hung on the railings and protects children from falling overboard (it also works for animals).
It depends on the owner. It should always agree with the shipowner in advance before signing the charter agreement. An additional fee of around €100-150 is usually charged for cleaning up after the animal.
Information about this can be found in the charter conditions.
None, you can operate a barge without a license or permit! However, you should be aware of the need to have knowledge of safety on the water and sailing trails.
This is financial security that covers any potential costs of repairing the yacht due to the charterer's fault or purchasing lost equipment. Its amount depends on the size of the yacht and the specific shipowner. It is paid by credit card or cash on site, before collecting the yacht. If there is no damage and the yacht returns to the base at the agreed time, it is returned in full.
This is insurance that can be purchased, for example, from a shipowner. It comes in various forms and amounts. It covers possible damage, but does not cover: late return from a cruise, returning the yacht to a port other than the one specified in the contract, damage caused as a result of gross negligence (including damage caused under the influence of alcohol).
It is possible to purchase deposit insurance from the shipowner when collecting the yacht or before departure, e.g. from Yacht-Pool.
Yes, in the scope of third party liability and CASCO with a deductible in the amount equal to the deposit. This insurance covers the risk of manoeuvres in the port or collision. However, if the damage occurred as a result of gross negligence (including under the influence of alcohol and mind-altering substances), and the unit was excluded from further use, the charter company may demand compensation from the client for this.
First of all, try to prevent the damage from getting worse. Then report the problem to the shipowner and follow their instructions. We should not repair anything without informing the shipowner of what happened. If the breakdown is more serious, the shipowner will send a service. In each case, we should secure evidence: photos, statements from port authorities, witnesses, etc.
Most people working for charter companies speak English fluently, and often communicate in German or Italian.
A one-way cruise without returning to the home port. This is usually option with an additional fee.
This is an up-to-date list of crew that must be on board at all times.
This is a mandatory fee that is paid on-site at the shipping company's office. It usually includes cleaning of the yacht, gas, bed linen, etc.
The “Transit log” includes a cleaning fee. However, good manners and seamanship require a general clean-up – washing dishes, taking out the trash, clean toilets.
Every yacht is equipped with a 12V installation. It is possible to connect to 230V while in a marina or if we have a generator/inverter on the yacht.
In addition to standard means of transport such as bus, train, taxi, we can request a transfer from the airport to the marina from a charter company. This is an additional fee.
Soft bags, sailing bags or backpacks are recommended, so that after unpacking they can be stored in a locker or cupboard. Hard suitcases and backpacks with a frame are not recommended, due to the limited amount of free space on the yacht. A list of things needed for a cruise can be found on our website here.
