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When chartering a yacht, make sure you'll be able to use the personal watercraft that are included.

Jet Ski License: Must-Have for Charter Vacations

Wednesday, February 1st, 2012
The use of personal watercraft is restricted in many popular charter locations. Here's how to make sure you'll be able to use all the toys that come with your yacht.
St. Barth Bucket Regatta: Still Time to Charter

St. Barth Bucket Regatta: Still Time to Charter

Sunday, January 22nd, 2012
Regatta yacht charters are a fantastic vacation experience, and the annual St. Barth’s Bucket is one of the most prestigious regattas in the world. Dozens of the world’s finest motoryachts and sailing yachts gather to watch and participate in the races, creating a live-action show on the water that is hard to beat.
MarineMax Vacations is now operating out of Tortola, in the BVI.

MarineMax Vacations Ramps Up Operations in the Caribbean

Thursday, January 19th, 2012
The budding charter company announces new boats, a new base, and a new boss.
Fishing Yacht Charters

Fishing Yacht Charters

Thursday, January 12th, 2012
Fishing Yacht Charters are the best way to try out a new area, a new boat, or a new species. The style of the fishing boat you wish to charter may vary depending on the type of fishing and the species of fish you are looking for. The price point will be affected by the geography (relative location to the fish) and then the type or style of boat used to catch those fish.
The Romance of Yacht Charter

The Romance of Yacht Charter

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
If you like the idea of waking up to a new water view every morning and toasting a different sunset seascape each night, you’ll understand the appeal of yacht chartering, which makes it possible to have new experiences and visit new areas without leaving your vacation “home.” It can also provide the opportunity to master a new skill, like sailing or scuba diving, in a hands-on setting. And it can be a great way to bring the family together, away from the distractions of land.
Many bareboat charters come with accessories like kayaks, allowing you to explore each harbor. Photo: Neil Rabinowitz

Bareboat Yacht Charters

Tuesday, January 10th, 2012
Bareboat charter is for the do-it-yourself skipper and crew who are looking for the independence and privacy that come with taking charge of a charter yacht. These yachts are usually sailboats and are most often 50 feet or shorter in length (46 or less for multihulls). In general, bareboat charters are less expensive than charters with a paid crew.
Photo by Neil  Rabinowitz

Luxury Crewed Yacht Charter

Monday, January 9th, 2012
Crewed yacht charters may be aboard power or sailboats of almost any size. Chartering a crewed yacht provides the luxurious relaxation that comes with letting professionals worry about meals, logistics, and other details.
Moorings Tahiti Adds to Crewed Charter Options

Moorings Tahiti Adds to Crewed Charter Options

Friday, January 6th, 2012
This new luxury catamaran is available for a cruise through the crystal waters of French Polynesia.
Antigua: 50th Annual Charter Yacht Show

Antigua: 50th Annual Charter Yacht Show

Tuesday, December 20th, 2011
Kim Kavin shares the most talked about yachts at this year's show as she walks us around the docks.
The reliable and balmy trade winds of the Caribbean make it a favorite destination for sailors.

Caribbean Trade Winds: A Closer Look

Thursday, December 8th, 2011
Tony Bessinger digs into the variations between locations and seasons that will help you plan your next charter.