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In recent years, the direction of many bareboat charter fleets is to introduce more large-model sailboats. However, bigger isn’t always better, as evidenced by the new Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 32i.

Pure, fluid lines on the Sun Odyssey 32i make it a unique bareboat charter yacht. Architect, Philippe Briand, and the Jeanneau design team have created this cruising sailboat in keeping with Jeanneau’s values.

Jeanneau 32i

Jeanneau 32i

At sea on a Caribbean yacht charter holiday, bareboat sailors can savor the simplest pleasures of coastal cruising, whether as a keel boat or lifting keel with twin rudders. At anchor, 2 couples can easily stretch out in the generous cockpit of the Sun Odyssey 32i. On the interior, refined details in the cabins, head compartments, saloon, galley, and even the card table enhance barefoot charter comfort onboard.

Jeanneau has turbocharged their 32 foot model. This has been achieved by adding a taller rig, a deeper keel, and some racing hardware. The interior, a surprisingly spacious two cabin layout, remains untouched. The new sail charter 32 is equipped with the best hardware and a voluminous interior making the perfect balance between the fast designed hull and the exceptional comfort of this two couple yacht.

This yacht will suit any level of sailor, making it a fine choice for the simple point of sight sailing found on a Caribbean yacht charter or the more challenging legs encountered on a Mediterranean yacht charter adventure.

One of the newest bareboats on the market, this monohull is available in Tortola (British Virgin Islands, Caribbean), the Ionian (Greece, Eastern Mediterranean), the Sporades (Greece, Eastern Mediterranean), Gocek (Turkey, Eastern Mediterranean), Marmaris (Turkey, Eastern Mediterranean), Turgutreis (Turkey, Eastern Mediterranean), and Bodrum (Turkey, Eastern Mediterranean).

For more information, visit 1-800-BAREBOAT at www.bareboat.com for Great PRICES and the NEWEST Bareboats in the World’s BEST Destinations.

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So you’re about to enjoy your first bareboat charter in the Caribbean.  You own a powerboat back home and can’t wait to try your hand at a Caribbean yacht charter vacation.  If you practice the same mechanical checks on your bareboat charter yacht that you do on your own boat, chances are you’ll be in for a hassle-free adventure.

The best advice we can offer a motoryacht bareboat charter client is this – perform a daily engine check – even if the engine was running well yesterday!

Here’s a step-by-step engine maintenance guide to follow during your Caribbean yacht charter odyssey:

Before starting your boat:

  • Engine compartment: Take a quick look – make sure the bilge is clear.  Look for oil or water leaks, look for loose wires, and make sure all belts are ok.
  • Raw water inlet: Valve should be open and the strainer clear.
  • Fuel filter: Use a transparent filter and check for water or dirt. Drain off if needed.
  • Engine oil refill: Check with the dipstick. Fill if low, but take care not to overfill.
    • Checking bareboat engine

    Checking bareboat engine

    Ready to Start:

  • Switch over to starting battery. Start the engine with the gearbox in neutral, and run at medium revs to warm up.
  • Check the cooling water: Is it running from exhaust?
  • Look at the instrument panel:  make sure batteries are charging, and check the oil pressure.

    • While running:

  • Check the stern gland twice a day for leaks. Tighten the grease filter (if fitted) as needed.
  • Gearbox oil: Check periodically when the engine is running and warm. Remember to top up with gearbox oil, not engine oil.

    • These daily maintenance tips can prevent costly time delays during your vacation.  Now get out there and have some fun!

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