31.05.2021 Fiona Mokry

The top 4 Maldives attractions that you simply have to experience. From scuba diving and snorkelling, to island-hopping and deep sea fishing. Check out how Boataffair can help you make the most of the Maldives aboard a luxury charter yacht. The Maldives is a paradisal island-country with plenty of ocean-based attractions to offer the intrepid traveler. With crystal clear waters rich with marine life, scuba diving is one of the most sought-after Maldives tourist attractions. Yacht charters, snorkel tours, and fishing trips are also considered prime pastimes for those in need of the ultimate holiday on the exotic seas.

12.05.2021 Fiona Mokry

The best time to visit the Maldives is during the dry season, November through April. These months have ample sunshine, dry weather, balmy temperatures and light winds. This is also the best time for scuba diving in Maldives, with peak visibility.

08.04.2021 Fiona Mokry

Read our expert advice on the best time of year to visit the Caribbean in a luxury yacht. Abundant sunshine, turquoise waters, year-round warm temperatures, and ideal sailing conditions make the Caribbean a top choice for a sailing holiday. From the southern tip of Florida to South America, the Caribbean’s thousands of islands provide a surplus of destinations each with unique culture, experiences, and appeals.

04.03.2021 Fiona Mokry

Planning a yacht vacation in French Polynesia? In this blog post we explain the best time of year to travel to French Polynesia, and give some insider tips that will help you discover this stunning region at its very best. Make sure your trip goes without a hitch and read up on the climate before you go.

10.01.2021 Fiona Mokry

Planning a vacation that everyone in the family is onboard with definitely has its challenges. If you’re looking for a family vacation that involves everyone, a sailing holiday might be the answer.

02.12.2020 Fiona Mokry

Exploring Bora Bora by catamaran feels like a true privilege. As the crown jewel of French Polynesia, Bora Bora just might be the most idyllic place on earth.  The tiny Utopian island enchants with stilted bungalows, clear turquoise lagoons, and pristine scenery. Engulfed by lush greenery and guarded by two extinct volcanoes,

23.10.2020 Fiona Mokry

How much do you tip on a charter yacht? This is a big question of etiquette for charter guests. Knowing how much to tip a yacht crew will help you to appropriately show your appreciation for the high levels of service your crew provide. It will also help you to budget for this customary, yet often overlooked cost of yacht charter. 

16.09.2020 Fiona Mokry

If you’re thinking of chartering a catamaran on your next trip, read through our guide and get up to speed on two hulled yachts! We offer Catamarans for charter in over 60 countries and the entire selection can be seen on our Catamaran charter page.

07.09.2020 Fiona Mokry

If you’re researching yacht rentals, you’ve probably found your Google search turns up two options; a crewed charter or a bareboat charter. A crewed vessel is self-explanatory, but what is a bareboat charter? A bareboat charter means you and your party rent and sail the boat on your own without a captain or crew on board. YOU are the captain and your friends are the crew, and that means YOU decide where and when you go. In short, a bareboat charter means complete freedom and exclusive privacy!

24.08.2020 Fiona Mokry

In this post we look at what qualifications you need to skipper a bareboat yacht charter. There are several certificates available, such as the ICC, from the Royal Yachting Association. Requirements vary from country to country so please check the list in the article below. You can also find some information about how to get a yacht license, and how long it takes to learn to sail. The thrill of embarking on a great ocean adventure is second to none. If you’re planning a first-time charter trip and new on the sailing scene, you’re probably realizing there’s a heap of information to filter through. For starters, novice sailors in the early stages of planning often ask themselves “what qualifications do I need to charter a yacht?” To ensure the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of everyone aboard, it’s important that this question be answered accurately and specifically before you set sail. That’s where we come in!