How Do Charters Work Archives

What is the difference between a bareboat or a crewed charter?

The term “bareboat” equates to the boat being free of crew, food, alcohol, entertainment etc. You may higher a skipper/captain if you don’t have proper proof of certification or previous boating experience. You are essentially renting the raw boat. You are responsible for providing and preparing food and drinks and supplying any other comforts …

What is the difference between a bareboat or a crewed charter?

Do I get to sign a Charter Yacht Agreement?

Yes, absolutely! Once your yacht and the details of your charter have been specified, we will issue a standard and approve CYBA (Caribbean Yacht Broker Association ) or MYBA (Mediterranean Yacht Broker Association ) Charter Contract.

Do I get to sign a Charter Yacht Agreement?

How do I know the Charter Yacht chosen is in seaworthy condition?

All the Charter Yachts we contract with are committed to obey the control of their Charter Yachts and are in charge to fulfill the strict local maritime laws and regulations. Local Coast Guards constantly checks paperwork and registrations of the Charter Yachts and the crew. If not in order, a confiscation of the yacht …

How do I know the Charter Yacht chosen is in seaworthy condition?

Should we expect any extra costs?

Possibly. It depends on the type of yacht, the area and rate type. Canvas Yacht Charters will ensure you get a list of the total estimated “extra cost” prior to signing the contract. Additionally, there is an expected customary crew gratuity.

Should we expect any extra costs?

What does “A.P.A.” mean in the rate description?

The Advance Provisioning Allowance is an allowance given by you to the Captain or head Steward of your Charter yacht just like a bank account, in order to provision the yacht on your behalf. This is a efficient, no hassle, no record keeping way of ensuring the Yacht is provisioned properly upon your arrival. …

What does “A.P.A.” mean in the rate description?

How do I pay for the booking of the yacht charter?

The most common way is to mail a check or wire the amount to an Escrow account. Payment to the Charter Yacht 10 days before boarding will be coordinated. Yachts and agents get paid in their local currency only.

How do I pay for the booking of the yacht charter?

Do I get transparency with my payments?

Absolutely. Transparency is essential to Canvas. You will receive a full detailed invoice, confirmation of payment and all of the paperwork associated for your satisfaction. Payment options like PayPal, Credit Card, or the use of a third party escrow account are available.

Do I get transparency with my payments?

Are credit cards widely accepted?

Yes, most islands do have ATM machines, and shops may accept debit/credit cards (VISA is preferred, some accept American Express). But it is advisable to bring some cash (plus cash crew gratuity) for taxi driver/ water taxi etc. The BVI’s (British Virgin Islands) may not have as many ATM’s as the USVI (US Virgin …

Are credit cards widely accepted?

What do I need to pack?

Please reference our what to pack page.

What do I need to pack?

Do I have to worry about seasickness?

Seasickness is not as common on catamarans as monhulls. However, if sailing in rough sea or for a long period of time, away from the shoreline, seasickness may set in. It is a good idea to prevent seasickness with non-drowsy medication, to fully enjoy your trip.

Do I have to worry about seasickness?