BoatAffair is more than a yacht charter agency - we build experiences that sync perfectly with the yachts we offer. The beauty of chartering a yacht is that every yacht has its own design, facilities and performance characteristics. In addition, everyone has their own preferences so matching these to the available options available is something BoatAffair Asia Pacific has plenty of experience in. BoatAffair Asia Pacific has deep expertise in bespoke one-of-a-kind experiences. In our experience packages we map the perfect yacht, not just to the client, but to the environment and activity type. These adventure experiences go above and beyond in offering ultra tailored and rare experiences to those seeking out something truly special.
Asia and the Pacific is a vibrant vast region that is explored best from the vantage point of the ocean. Asia Pacific, sometimes known as APAC or even the Indo Pacific stretches from India down through nations boarding the Gulf of Thailand and continues across Indonesia to Australasia and then, finally, onto the myriads of Pacific islands that stretch right across to the coast of South America. BoatAffair Asia Pacific specializes in finding and designing the ultimate luxury yacht charter experience in this diverse and culturally rich region. The Pacific and Asia have too many great places to visit so we have split them into two. Here is the list of best spots in Asia - Click here for our top 5 spots in the Pacific. It is also far too difficult a task to rank them so this is our list of the best spots in no particular rank.
So, you’ve decided to charter a yacht? Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or this is your first time, BoatAffair is here to make your dream a living reality. The first question you might want to ask yourself is: “Where?” It’s a big world out there, and BoatAffair has yacht options in all parts of our blue planet. While we’ll focus on Asia and the Pacific region, this can apply to any part of the world. The reality is that the majority of global yacht chartering occurs in the Mediterranean. The ‘Med’ has a large inventory and a long-established history of yachting. Asia and the Pacific Ocean present a wide variety of locations but ultimately have fewer operate yachts when compared to Europe. The climate and yachting culture is also different, which means the process of finding, sourcing, and the experience itself all differ slightly. Here we break down the 6 steps to chartering a yacht, adding some of the aspects that might be different in Asia and the Pacific. Wherever you choose to go, chartering a yacht with BoatAffair Asia Pacific is a highly personalised experience involving personal support from the BoatAffair Asia Pacific MD — Andrew.
The Pacific Ocean is a vast region that is 630,000 times larger than the UK and contains over 25000 individual islands. The oceans name comes from the Portuguese ‘Mar Pacifico’ or ‘Peaceful Sea’. The oceans vastness presents a logical challenge for sailing but the regions relative isolation from large population cents is also what helps preserve its natural beauty. BoatAffair Asia Pacific is growing its portfolio of Pacific products but for the moment it focuses primarily on 4 ‘Ambassadors’ of the Pacific. These include French Polynesia, Fiji, Tonga and Samoa. Each of these regions presents the very best of what the Pacific has to offer future ocean borne visitors. Here is our list, in no particular order, of the top 5 places to charter in the Pacific.
Experts in Asian Yacthing We are experts in Asia and the Pacific. This region differs from other parts of the world due to its expansiveness, geographic variation, and cultural diversity between regions. It’s an area that requires in-depth knowledge and experience to help you navigate and experience the full potential of Asia Pacific. Our Managing Director, Andrew Sutherland, hails from the UK but has spent a decade working in the region. He speaks fluent Bahasa Indonesian and has in-depth real-world experience of marine experiences all the way from Singapore through to Indonesia and Fiji. Andrew is also a trained Marine Biologist, a fully trained PADI instructor, a former UK national swimming champion, and has earned an MBA from Imperial College London, UK.
When you think of cruising on a yacht, many minds may wander to the serene waters of the Mediterranean. This is for good reason— 'The Med' offers a diverse blend of good weather, cultural hotspots, and short distances between well-equipped marinas. Most of all it is just very accessible and easy - no wonder it remains the most popular destination for Boataffair charters and a hub of the yacht charter world itself. While The Mediterranean is unlikely to lose its crown anytime soon, there is a growing demand for something new and that’s where the vibrant Far East and the epic Pacific are coming into their own.
A superyacht is exactly what it sounds like — a large, luxurious, professionally-crewed vessel, loaded with all the amenities you’d expect from a 5-star hotel, and then more. Starting out at a length of 24 meters (80 feet), superyachts are decked out with elegant décor, spacious berths, and come equipped with all sorts of “extras.” Expect highlights such as a jacuzzi, barbecue, a gym, a beach club, sound system, a variety of water sport and fishing equipment, water slides and much more.
Fiji is one of the world’s most beautiful and stunning destinations. However, the paradise in the South Pacific is split up into pieces: islands. Beyond feeling overwhelmed by the sheer amount of beautiful island spots to visit, one begins to wonder how many days in Fiji are actually enough. What is the best way to experience Fiji? Which destinations are most worth visiting during the precious off days that one has with friends and family while not having to pack suitcases four times during vacations and switch your Fiji resort? So today, we will answer all those questions, cover the most important things you need to know before your Fiji vacation as well as list out a perfect 7-day itinerary for Fiji, so that you can get the most out of your stay in Fiji without having to compromise on luxury and comfort.
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... before chartering a yacht. When it comes to chartering a yacht, one of the biggest mistakes you can make, is to assume that you’re just chartering a yacht. In fact, it’s much more!