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!

29.07.2020 Natalya Walker

Do you need a crew for your yacht charter? – Find out who is who and what to expect on board from the skipper, hostess, and chef Crew, captain, hostess, chef, steward – all of the names for various roles on board a yacht may sound unfamiliar. Therefore, I wanted to briefly explain “who is who” in a yacht crew and what their responsibilities are. Therefore, you know what to expect and who to ask for what.

01.07.2020 Fiona Mokry

With sails unfurled, you uncover what’s waiting around every bend of coastline – a secluded cove, a secret swimming hole, a deserted sandy shore, a lively beach bar. You make the spontaneous decision to anchor for lunch or take a quick dip. Then you’re off again to find your next stop: destination unknown, but patiently awaiting your arrival. If you’ve never splurged on a yacht holiday, this may sound like a fantasy. But in truth, this free-spirited lifestyle is easily adopted at sea. The independence and ability to change your course, switch up the plan, and create your own unique experience is what a yachting holiday is all about.

12.06.2020 Fiona Mokry

To say the Caribbean is a sailing hot-spot is an understatement. With over 7,000 islands and 1,000 kilometers of coastline running between North and Central America, the Caribbean was made to be enjoyed by boat. The options seem endless and deciding on a destination isn’t easy. We’ve helped by highlighting our 5 favorite Caribbean destinations and each of their unique offerings. Take to the high seas on a luxury boat charter with Boataffair and check out the tropical haven that best suits you. Enjoy the virtual show!

26.05.2020 Fiona Mokry

Stretching from Asia down to Antarctica and bound by Australia and Africa on the east and west, the Indian Ocean creates the most diverse coastline in the world. Scuba dive pristine waters, sprawl on sun-soaked beaches, swim with whale sharks, or soak up the ocean vistas from the deck of your superyacht charter – whatever your travel style, the islands of the Indian Ocean provide. And Boataffair is waiting in the wings, ready to make your next big trip the best one yet.

04.05.2020 Fiona Mokry

These days – sadly – no one is doing much holiday prepping or planning. How can we when we're stuck in place, waiting for the dust from Covid-19 to settle? Until travel restarts, we'll have to settle for the next best thing: virtual travel. Although it can never replace "the real thing", interactive videos allow us to experience our dream vacations without leaving home. And – most importantly – fill us with inspiration for future trips. So, what's on the itinerary for 2020? I'm personally being drawn toward the Mediterranean, a multi-dimensional destination stacked with breathtaking beaches, historic landmarks, and national parks. Doubling the appeal is Boataffair's access to a fleet of mediterranean yachts, allowing for a comfortable and customized experience from a private vessel.

23.04.2020 Fiona Mokry

Closed borders, grounded flights, quarantine orders — the travel world has been brought to its knees by the Covid-19 pandemic. As we creep quietly through spring and teeter on the edge of summer, the level of stir-crazy felt by the travel community has reached an all-time high. At the same time, everyone wants to remain respectful of worldwide stay-at-home orders as we do our small part to flatten the curve. It’s safe to say that travel is not topping anyone’s priority list, however this conundrum begs the question: "when can I travel again?" -Guest blog written by Fiona Mokry, world travelling content writer and blogger.

09.03.2020 Natalya Walker

Over the course of last month, the world news was dominated by the recent outbreak of the coronavirus. Cases have been recorded in many countries with a few areas being particularly badly affected such as China, Japan and Italy. You now may be wondering how the coronavirus spread is affecting your travel plans and holidays including your Easter break, summer vacation, summer holiday, your honeymoon or other special occasions or travel arrangements this year. Is it still safe to travel?   

13.12.2019 Adrian Walker

We are over the moon to be closing 2019 in style. We have won the award 'Best Luxury Yacht Charters Europe 2019' by prestigious Luxury Lifestyle Awards. The award is upported by brands like Audi, PwC, UBS among others. We are glad to see that our quest to deliver quality experiences and the highest standards in yacht charter has been heard and honoured.