Planning a Charter Itinerary
Use these practical planning tips to make your next yacht charter the best sailing vacation of your life.
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The essential guide to planning and preparing for the ultimate cruising adventure.
Considered by many to be the best-kept secret in travel, chartering a boat is your gateway to new destinations and unparalleled adventures at sea. It’s also a fun and easy way to explore the best of the cruising lifestyle.
The idea of sailing an unfamiliar boat outside of your home waters can raise a number of questions and create some trepidation, even for experienced cruisers. The Cruising World Charter Hub is your go-to resource for charter planning tips and destination advice to what you can expect when you get there.
With any charter, part of the fun is planning your voyage: where to go, what to see, which boat to take. It can be a lot to consider, especially for first-time charterers. We’ve got you covered, with expert planning advice to help you get the most out of your charter and avoid some common pitfalls.
Use these practical planning tips to make your next yacht charter the best sailing vacation of your life.
Interested in taking a sailing vacation? Start here! We’ve put together a guide on charter types, locations, qualifications and more.
Thinking of planning a charter vacation? Here’s the rundown on why, when, and where to go.
A charter cook shares tips on how to plan menus to save time, money and food before you leave on your next sailing adventure.
A look at 10 popular charter boats, both monohulls and catamarans, illustrates the many features available to sailors on a holiday.
Familiarizing yourself with the destination before you go is part of any charter vacation. If you’ll be the skipper, it’s essential to learn as much as you can about your prospective cruising area. Here’s a look at some of the most popular charter destinations, with tips for itinerary planning and more.
North America
Caribbean & Bahamas
Europe & Mediterranean
Southeast Asia
South Pacific
Central & South America
Australia & New Zealand
High Latitudes
Set ground rules, plan ahead and get creative when bareboat chartering with kids.
With pandemic restrictions eased, a charter crew returns to find out just how good it feels to unfurl sails once again in the British Virgin Islands.
A family takes in the cedar trees, sea lions and fluky winds on a charter vacation in the Pacific Northwest.
A look at 10 popular charter boats, both monohulls and catamarans, illustrates the many features available to sailors on a holiday.
Dufour Yachts will become the exclusive supplier of monohull sailing yachts for Sunsail and The Moorings.
As part of a newly announced partnership, The Moorings will provide discounted rates on charters exclusively for US Sailing members.
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The Camden Classic Cup on Maine’s Penobscot Bay brings together classic yachts from around the world to celebrate maritime heritage.
