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Enjoy Self Cruising with Bahamas Bareboat Motoryacht Charter

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 16:49:52 +0000

If you are looking forward to enjoying a few days of sun, sea breeze, and the luxury of piloting your own bareboat motoryacht, then you should take advantage of the Bahamas bareboat motor yacht charter.

Bareboat motoryacht charters are a favorite vacation in the Bahamas

The Bahamas is georgraphically rich and diverse, and bareboat yachting there is an absolute pleasure that you will cherish for years to come. On your motoryacht, you can cruise areas like the Abacos, Eleuthra, and multiple Cays, stopping among the islands to fish, snorkel, scuba dive, or just play on watersports toys or relax.

The Bahamas is a splendid destination for all your bareboat motor yacht charter sailing.

Bareboat charter in the Bahamas this year

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht, contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html by email via info@bareboat.com by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245 or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Experience Adventure with Bareboat Sailing in the Caribbean

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:07:45 +0000

Enjoy being the master of your own sailing yacht with bareboat sailing in the Caribbean that cannot be compared to any kind of luxury holiday. You will not only enjoy yourself on some of the best luxury bareboats, but you will also be free enough to create your own sailing itinerary, prepare your own meals, and enjoy a pleasurable time in some of the best waters of the Caribbean islands.

Bareboat sailboat in the Caribbean

Bareboat sailing in the Caribbean is an adventure that is unbeatable and is in a league of its own. Planning your itinerary through reading charts and navigating the bareboat is a freeing experience because you control your own destiny.

When you charter a bareboat sailboat in the Caribbean, it is not only about bareboat sailing in the tropics, but is also about enjoying the mix of warm waters and cool sea breezes, and the experience of being the captain of your own ship for the vacation.

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht,
contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at
http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html
by email via info@bareboat.com
by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245
or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Bareboat Sailing in British Virgin Islands — A True Holiday Treat

admin — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 13:18:27 +0000

Enjoy bareboat sailing in the British Virgin Islands BVI with your family friends or loved ones. The British Virgin Islands is said to be the epitome of a true sailing paradise, and bareboat sailing will let you enjoy just that in the perfect destination. This is the ideal sailing holiday in one of the best locations in the world.

The warm waters of the British Virgin Islands are very soothing, and bareboat sailing in it is an altogether different experience where you enjoy the warm sea breeze on your face. Bareboat sailing is the best way to relax as well as gather some of the most memorable memories of the British Virgin Islands.

The gorgeous tropical Caribbean...

Booking a Bareboat for your Bareboat Sailing in the British Virgin Islands is simple and easy. After choosing the kind of bareboat you would like to sail or motor, contact your charter broker to check its availability. If it is available for your dates, confirm and book it with bareboat.com . Hurry — bareboats book quickly!

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht,
contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at
http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html
by email via info@bareboat.com
by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245
or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Bareboating the coast of Florida – an Adventurous Experience

admin — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 16:15:28 +0000

Bareboating along the coast of Florida is a different experience altogether. You can choose to sail the bareboat without a captain and be the captain of your own bareboat, or you can also hire one for your sailing vacation. The choice is entirely yours.

Bareboat catamaran underway

If you want to navigate bareboats on the coast of Florida all by yourself, you can also choose to take a few lessons with an experienced trainer in bareboat sailing so that you are ready to head out on your bareboat vacation.

Bareboats are well-equipped with all that you will need for your trip across the ocean waters.

You can be assured that your bareboat sailing on coast of Florida will be per your taste and expectations. You will find it entertaining, very educational and rewarding, and an adventurous experience that you will want to repeat regularly. Swim, explore and snorkel, or simply enjoy the warm sun through the tropical sea breezes and sail with the wind on your bareboat charter.

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht,
contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at
http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html
by email via info@bareboat.com
by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245
or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Bareboating in Greece a Luxurious Getaway

admin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 17:28:01 +0000

Bareboat yacht charterers in Greece enjoy such itinerary destinations as Kos, Athens, Corfu, Ios, and Mykonos.

Bareboating in Greece is not only a very luxurious option that most would love to have but will also live to have. The experience of bareboating in some of the best waters of Greece is a noted love among many who love sailing into the ocean and enjoying a luxurious trip.

If you are interested in a luxurious around the Greek waters, then you will want to ensure that you have the necessary papers with you as well. You don’t want any kind of permission hindrance for your bareboating in Greece.

You can choose to begin your bareboat in Greece expedition from such starting bases as Skiathos, Corfu, Sros, Athens, or Istion Main Bas (Kos). These are some of the most popular sailing regions of the country and sailing though its waters is an experience in itself.

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht,
contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at
http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html
by email via info@bareboat.com
by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245
or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Basics of Bareboating

admin — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 14:16:46 +0000

Have you ever dreamed about renting a bareboat and just sailing away?

You can do this on bareboat yacht charters!

Bareboats range from thirty to fifty feet in length. You can charter a catamaran (two hulls, very stable in the water and very roomy), monohull (one hull), or powerboat (boat powered by engines, not sails). These yachts come with everything you need to operate them, as well as kitchen utensils, bedding, and towels. Some charters provide you with a dinghy with motor at no charge.

Are you interested in a sailboat or a powerboat for your bareboat charter vacation?

A bareboat is a yacht that you sail yourself, or you can hire a captain (referred to as a captain only or skippered charter), if you wish.

While you are not required in the Caribbean or the United States to provide a certificate or license to charter a boat, you will have to demonstrate experience and skill (called a “check out sail”) to be allowed to operate the yacht by yourself – otherwise you will require (and will have to pay to hire) a captain to assist you.

Your bareboat yacht charter company will ask you critical basic questions in order to select the perfect boats from which to choose for your vacation. Those questions include whether you want a sailboat or a powerboat, the destination in which you want to charter, the number of guests in your charter party, amenities required (like air-conditioning), and budget.

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht,
contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at
http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html
by email via info@bareboat.com
by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245
or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Bareboating in Croatia

admin — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:00:45 +0000

You are going on a bareboat yacht charter in Croatia but know little about the area. Here are some tips.

Croatia and the Adriatic Coast is a unique bareboat yacht charter destination and activity which includes National Parks, wine tastings, and scuba diving.

Which itinerary to choose? The Croatian islands route is a seven day cruise that will take you to Brac, Hvar, Split, Solta, and Vis. The Adriatic Coast and National Parks route is also seven days, and you will go to Kornat, Split, Skradin, Primosten, Telascica and Trogir. The Dubrovnik sailing itinerary is seven days, and you will sail to Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korcula, Milna, Promena, Sipan and Split.

What will a bareboat charter in Croatia cost? Prices range from 1,150 to 3,135 Euros depending on accommodations and season of travel.

What to do in Croatia? As you sail your bareboat yacht charter, you can anchor and scuba dive, skin dive snorkel, fish, or just swim and enjoy the beautiful water and scenery. You can stop at a National Park and tour the green and tranquil area. You can visit Korcula Island (on the Dubrovnik itinerary). There is a lot to do there. It is considered one of the most interesting islands in Croatia that was a favorite Greek holiday spot over 2000 years ago. You can go into Korcula Old Town for Moreska sword dancing!

Don’t forget — if you plan to rent a bareboat yacht to charter in Croatia, you are required to provide the documentation that proves that you can sail. This documentation includes a B-category skipper’s license and a VHF radio operator’s certificate.

Bareboat sailing in Croatia provides historical significance in visiting islands as old as 3000 years.

Whether you choose a crewed yacht charter or a bareboat (where you crew your own yacht), chartering a bareboat in Croatia provides an active, relaxing vacation. Enjoy your bareboat.com vacation!

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht,
contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at
http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html
by email via info@bareboat.com
by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245
or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Bareboating on a Catamaran

admin — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 14:05:26 +0000

Bareboat catamaran sailboats are stable, spacious, and can carry many watersports toys. They are great for watching dolphins play on the bow!

For your next vacation, you are considering chartering a bareboat catamaran in the Caribbean…but are you qualified to do so?

If you want to try a bareboat catamaran charter, you need to have experience on similar-sized boats.

You will need to complete a sailing resume listing your experience and certificates. While certificates are helpful, hands on experience is more important. A captain will then take you out after your briefing to determine your capabilities.

Fast forward…you pass the checkout and charter your bareboat catamaran.

Warning: once you have vacationed this way, you may never take another type of vacation! You can do what you want when you want. Dive, eat, drink, beach comb, snorkel, swim or sleep whenever and wherever you choose.

Catamarans are a good choice for your boating vacation and are becoming more and more popular. They are great for families and friends, and they offer a lot of comfort, space, and privacy. They have equal accommodations for all guests and are very spacious and comfortable. Catamarans are stable and generally do not cause seasickness. They also usually carry multiple watersports toys for your enjoyment on charter, and there is no more relaxing and enjoyable way to enjoy the exhiliaration of sail than by lounging on the forward trampolines – often the site under which dolphins play on the bow as you sail!

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht,
contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at
http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html
by email via info@bareboat.com
by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245
or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Bareboat Charters – Three Ways to Go

admin — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 00:45:01 +0000

Ready to try a bareboat vacation? Contact bareboat.com and we'll get you started!

There are 3 ways to charter a bareboat (boat without crew…similar to renting a car) for a vacation.

You can:

1. Bareboat — You rent the boat and sail (or motor) it, yourself, with you and guests/family/friends as crew.
2. Bareboat with captain-only — You rent the boat, but you hire a captain to sail the boat for the entire vacation.
3. Bareboat with captain-only for a brief time — You rent the boat, but you hire a captain (skipper) to sail the boat for a few days, after which, you take over as captain.

Bareboat charters offer qualified sailors the ultimate in vacation freedom. Visit and explore remote beaches, participate in festivities ashore, or just get away and go where you want when you want when you charter a boat without crew and sail it yourself.

On a bareboat charter, you have no crew and no timetable — you simply have endless beaches, coves, and islands to explore!

If you choose a bareboat charter, you sail the boat yourself (similar to renting a car — you rent the boat and drive it on your own), so you need to have sailing experience to qualify before being allowed to charter the boat.

If you aren’t qualified to sail the yacht yourself, you can easily hire a qualified captain for the entire vacation.

A skippered bareboat includes a freelance skipper but may not be any cheaper than a private yacht with a full crew, as you pay the freelance skipper by the day, you feed him/her, and you give him/her a gratuity at the end of the charter. (So your best bet is to truly charter a fully-crewed yacht and experience the pampering of a lifetime!)

If you ARE qualified to sail the boat, yourself, but are just a bit rusty or haven’t sailed in a long time, you can hire a captain for just a few days — after which, he/she will approve you to continue sailing the boat on your own as a true bareboat.

You may end up deciding to rent a fully-crewed yacht rather than going on a bareboat charter vacation. Either way, you are enjoying the freedom of being aboard your own private yacht!

When you select a private yacht with full crew, a suitable crew is matched to your party, and you receive a yacht with permanent captain and chef (and sometimes even more crew members, mostly depending upon the size of the yacht).

Depending upon the type of crewed yacht that you charter and in which location, prices are sometimes all-inclusive – including full crew, open bar, house wines, all meals, and all watersports activities. You are able to choose the day’s itinerary, menu, and activities, as you’ll plan these things with your captain and chef.

To arrange your next vacation on a chartered bareboat sail or motoryacht,
contact your charter specialists at www.bareboat.com through our website at
http://bareboat.com/contact_us.html
by email via info@bareboat.com
by phone via 1-800-BAREBOAT (227-3262) or 305-720-7245
or via twitter http://www.twitter.com/bareboatdotcom (Please follow us!)

Use Caution When Operating a Bareboat in Reduced Visibility

admin — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 06:25:01 +0000

A bareboat charter client of ours forwarded a nice, short article about the dangers of sailing in fog. Not sure where he saw the article so we will paraphrase it and pass it along.

Be cautious when dealing with limited visibility when boating

While most of our bareboat charter business takes place in warm-water locations (Bahamas, Caribbean, etc.) we know many of our New England clients like to “sneak in” a little summer sailing closer to
home. Fog make not be much of an issue for us in the Caribbean, but taking safety precautions during a sail bareboat yacht charter in Newport, for example, makes a good deal of sense!

The biggest danger of operating a sailing yacht or a motoryacht in fog probably comes from commercial vessels, including fishermen. The skippers of these vessels are seasoned veterans and are comfortable (dare we say “complacent”) operating in the soup. Sadly, some of these gents are downright negligent, as evidenced by the Block Island ferry which hit the USCG buoy tender last year.

Commercial fishermen are particularly problematical. Often short-handed, it seems these skippers feel that they know the local waters. Many have a “attitude” when it comes to watching out recreational boaters and bareboat charter vessels.

The bottom line – you need to look out for yourself!

It is highly suggested that you have a strong radar monitor onboard, and you keep a sharp eye on it. Going slow, and sounding your horn, is the safest way to cruise in the soup, but here’s an extra precaution you can take:

When traveling in a busy area, send a sécurité broadcast. Note your location, speed, direction, and broadcast your message on Channel 16. Something like this should work: “Sécurité, sécurité, sécurité, this is the yacht “your boat name here” leaving Camden Harbor at 5 knots on course 120 degrees leaving buoy R2 headed towards Gilkey Harbor, all vessels take note.” Skippers on nearby vessels will certainly appreciate the heads-up!