Even The Best of Lives Can Become Boring!
If You Travel To The Same Place for Vacations/Holidays/Seasons - You're Probably Comfortable - But Not Having Experiences!
My Experience - Every year I went to Palm Beach - right on South Ocean Boulevardoverlooking the Atlantic! I was tanned, well fed and comfortable with a very familiar scene - great shopping, restaurants and nightlife. In retrospect - I was comfortable but also BORED! I was not having memorable experiences!!
What Helped Me Break-Out My Comfort Zone?
A friend invited me and my wife to use his 90 foot yacht - with a captain and his wife who is a gourmet chef - to travel the great lakes, through the locks and into the Hudson to West Point, the Hamptons and New York City. The two week trip was an experience!
While dining with the captain and his wife -
her cooking was diverse and extraordinary - I also came to understand how expensive it is for my friend to maintain the craft - whether on the waters or in dock. I also realized that for my next yachting experiences, I'd want to experience other waterways and places: the Caribbean Islands; the Mediterranean; Hawaiian Islands; Greek Islands; Alaska and many more. It would be impractical to move a boat I owned place-to-place. While I still enjoyed going to Palm Beach, I also wanted more yachting experiences around the world! I Found a Solution!Why Not Charter A Cruise Ship? -- It's All About Quality, Comfort and Privacy - If you can afford the added cost! Take a Look!
The luxury cruise ship industry is undergoing through a massive boom - Covid has slowed things down.
Generally, you can expect to spend at least $6,000+ per person on all-inclusive cruise vacations. This equates to $12,000 per cabin.
Research tells us that many travelers are spending more than that amount again— in fact 34% of luxury cruise ship passengers are spending more than $7,000 per person!
Those numbers are a very good start towards your yacht charter vacation!
The Solution - Renting/Leasing Yachts Near Ports of Choice!
There are many yacht-chartering options around the world! They range from individual owners who will serve as captain and supply a crew as needed.
There are also small boutique to larger companies that have fleets of yachts available to meet your specifications. Many of these companies make luxury yachting easy, accessible, thoroughly enjoyable and cost-effective for travelers in search of unique experiences!
As OceanScape - one of these companies noted, "The first time you charter a luxury yacht, you just can’t stop grinning- the whole charter is like a series of immense, unforgettable moments, hitting you one after the other." That's how I felt!"
"A yachting holiday is above all a journey, an escape from the world and into a carefree paradise where you want for nothing and everything is beautiful. It’s the sense of privacy, of freedom, of something your family and friends share in that moment: your own luxurious floating island".
What You Should Expect In The Inclusive Yachting Package -- Without The Crowds On A Luxury Cruise Ship!
According to Islands - a travel publication - "A private Crewed yacht charter offers a number of benefits that you simply won’t receive on a commercial cruise line or during a deluxe resort stay, ultimately delivering a one-of-a-kind vacation that is all-inclusive and all about you."Islands goes on to list out the amenities to expect as you "Leave Your Worries on the Dock":
> Assistance in planning and advice for the itinerary
> Your pre-selected Captain, Chef & Crew will contact you to discuss voyage, your meals and activity preferences
> They'll prepare and provision your yacht to ensure optimal comfort for every member of your group - including children.
> Your crew will onboard everything from the food & beverage selection to the fully-stocked bar
> You'll have water toys, snorkeling gear, stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, fishing equipment, etc.)
> All towels and linens, incl. beach towels
> Housekeeping services
> Staterooms with en suite lavatory and shower & More
> Flat screen TVs with DVD
> Stereo and CD Player with Cockpit Speakers
> Air Conditioning & More!
What Is Not Included?
According to the InternationalYachtCharterGroup - "The simple answer is "not much”, it is likely that guests will incur no other charges beyond the all inclusive rate they paid and a crew gratuity. The prices are typically based on the number of guests on board, that's simply because the more guests, the more is consumed. However, specific yachts can have a few items that could incur extra charges, and our charter specialist will note them for you beforehand so there will be no surprises."
The Bottom Line - How Do You Estimate the Cost Of Yachting?
Having scoured the markets, the majority of luxury all-inclusive crewed yacht charters start at around $25,000 per week and up
to $8o,000 per week, plus tipping the Captain, Chef & Crew. Other categories of higher-end yacht charters start around $25,000 plus all expenses on power catamarans and around $80,000 plus all expenses on traditional motor yachts.The costs will vary based on:
>Yacht Size
> Location of Origin & the Trip Itinerary
> Number of People in Your Party
> Added Crew Required
> Additional Amenities Desired
In my opinion, it's worth it!
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A private sailing yacht or powerboat charter is the most convenient, authentic, and relaxing way to experience your Dream Destination.
The Huffington Post goes on to further note - "You might be tempted to blame your budget for continuing to doze on a less-than-ideal mattress, but considering just a little bit more shut-eye can help you lose weight, improve your memory and live longer, can you really put a price tag on good sleep?"
