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by iBiza Joe

If you want to make your coastal or island vacation really special then hire a boat. You can make it a real day to remember. If you've never considered this before then make sure you consider the following points so that your dream day doesn't turn to a disaster.

If you have chartered a boat "bareboat" that means there's no crew on board and if you have not got the necessary paper work you will need to hire a fully qualified skipper. Often the charter company can organise this for you.

If you've opted for a power boat then you will need to take into account that the fuel is normally on top of the charter fee so if you've hired a gas guzzleing speed boat be aware.

The effects of the sun are up to three times as powerful at sea as on land. Make sure you take a hat and some sun block. The ladies might be interested in the fact you can tan three times the speed at sea.

Snorkel and goggles are a must if you are going to moor up and take a dip in the sea. They're great for spotting jelly fish before it's too late [a problem in the Med] or sharks [in other seas]

Always listen to the safety warnings at the start of the journey. Children must always be supervised and in life jackets. You may consider weather you should take younger children at all.

Always tip the skipper or if you're going ashore for lunch invite him along.

That's it have fun and if it all goes well it will be one of the best days of your holiday! To book your next bare boat charter, visit Your Travel Buddy Adventure Tours.

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by Mary Swanson

The Beauty of Bare Boat Charters Virgin Islands

The beauty and freedom bare boat charters Virgin Islands is unparalleled. The water is crystal clear with gentle tropical winds and sunshine. Choosing the right charter is key to an enjoyable vacation.

For instance, Bare Boat Charters to Virgin Islands is one of the best in the industry. This company will make sure you are taken to some of the most stunning islands with white sandy beaches possible. All of the Bare Boat Charters to the Virgin Islands include boats that come fully equipped with everything needed.

Before the yacht leaves port, the skipper and experienced crew member will be given an inspection of the yacht to familiarize them with the equipment's use and location. It is important to ask as many questions as can be thought of as you do not want to be at sea and discover that either something is missing or not working.

Bare Boat Charter Florida Keys

A Bare Boat Charter Florida Keys is another popular choice. The same applies when sailing around the Keys in that you will be treated like royalty. The charter company's staff that prepare the yacht for you are tremendously helpful. After all, this is their livelihood but also their passion so they want to be 100% confident that you will have an amazing time. People who have used Bare Boat Charter Florida Keys agree that there is nothing better.

Bare Boat Charter Caribbean Paradise

There's nothing which compares to a bare boat charter Caribbean sailing or power yacht vacation. All their yachts continue to meet their demanding standards of quality and your expectations of a worry free Caribbean sailing vacation.

Charter a Caribbean bare boat catamaran or monohull yacht and sail the spectacular British Virgin Islands! Crewed or captain only sailing charters and ASA courses are available. Come to the islands and sail in comfort and style aboard one of the finest catamarans or monohull sailboats available for bare boat charters anywhere in the Caribbean!

Bare boat charter companies are dedicated to providing their clients with the most detailed information for Caribbean bareboat and crewed charters in the British Virgin Islands. In addition to looking over the extensive specs on each yacht other questions you should ask are: What's included in the charter and will there be additional costs? What to pack for a Caribbean sailing vacation; and what about booking flights to the Caribbean?

Since there are so many different options, you need to know what you hope to get out of the vacation experience, which will help you choose the yacht but also the destination.

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With more than fifty bays and cays, plus an abundance of anchorages to choose from, it's no surprise that the British Virgin Islands are listed at the top of the world's most popular sailing areas. Sailing conditions here are ideal. The right winds, beautiful water and beaches second to none, make this a world class sailing destination.

While sailing in the BVI's, perhaps the only time you would be out of sight of land altogether might be if you decided to sail north to Anegada -the drowned island - a truly captivating island, of coral reef beginnings, which is 10 miles long, 2 miles wide but only 28 feet high! And serves the best lobsters in the universe! The scenery from your yacht, as you cruise through the perfect blue waters of the Caribbean, will delight even the most traveled vacationer. Novice sailors enjoy the security of knowing that they are very rarely out of sight of land. There's nearly always an island close by. If you need a break for some lunch or a swim, a beautiful white sand beach is waiting close by.

As you might expect, the variety of yachts available for you to charter is considerable - monohulls or catamarans, sailboats or motor charters. You will be able to find something to suit every budget and requirement. Obviously, the larger the boat you select, the larger the staterooms that will be available to you, with catamarans customarily providing the most spacious accommodations. Needless to say, though, you can be assured that the quality of interior furnishings and facilities represent the highest possible standards that you would demand for yourself and your fellow travelers.

Your first decision, of course, is whether to choose a crewed charter or go 'bareboat'. If you choose the latter, then imagine the ultimate sailing experience, with complete freedom and independence. Around the BVI you will be able to safely enjoy line of sight sailing with a reliable breeze and perfect visibility, and few open water hazards.

There are several charter companies in Tortola and the BVI's to choose from. A little online research will get you off in the right direction. The charter companies based in Tortola will normally require some evidence that the skipper of the vessel has had previous experience. At least one person on the vessel should know what they're doing! Although certifications are not always mandatory, they are useful.

Some crewed charters offer both a captain and a cook, so that no-one on the journey needs to worry about cooking, cleaning or making sure there is enough ice! When it comes to selecting a crewed charter, the possibilities are very wide. Some companies offer a 'captain only' service, with the qualified skipper being totally responsible for the safe operation of the yacht but perhaps needing your assistance with the sailing.

Whatever your charter requirements, there will be companies in Tortola who will not only meet your expectations but far exceed them. Come and discover exactly why Tortola has become one of the world's favorite sailing and yacht charter hot spots. Chartering a great yacht is the ultimate luxury of the sea; your own private cruise, with nothing to do except relax and watch the Caribbean flow by.

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by Barry Monteiro

The presence of almost constant trade winds in Tortola, the warm temperature of the seas, the idyllic coastline with its pristine white sand beaches, fringed by swaying palm trees - all these aspects combine to produce perfect yachting waters. With upwards of 50 bays and cays and anchorages to select from, it is little wonder that the British Virgin Islands are amongst the Caribbean's most popular sailing areas.

The scenery from your yacht, as you cruise through the perfect blue waters of the Caribbean, will delight even the most experienced travelers. Novice sailors will enjoy the security of knowing that they are very rarely out of sight of land. There's nearly always an island close by. In fact, perhaps the only time they would be out of sight of land altogether might be if you decided to sail north to Anegada -the drowned island - a truly captivating island, of coral reef beginnings, which is 10 miles long, 2 miles wide but only 28 feet high! This unique sailing destination also happens to serve the best lobsters in the universe! It's just one of the things to do on your British Virgin Island yachting vacation that will make it a trip you'll never forget.

You can be assured that the quality of interior furnishings and facilities represent the highest possible standards that you would demand for yourself and your fellow travelers from most yacht providers in the BVI's. As you might expect, the variety of yachts available for you to charter is considerable - monohulls or catamarans, sailboats or motor charters. You will be able to find something to suit everyone's taste and budget.

Deciding whether to choose a crewed charter or to go 'bareboat' may be one of the first steps in laying out you Tortola yacht charter. If you choose the latter, then imagine the ultimate sailing experience, with complete freedom and independence. If you're not sure which would suit you best, the yacht companies will be glad to help you make your decision.

There are several charter companies in Tortola and the BVI's to choose from. A little online research will get you off in the right direction. The charter companies based in Tortola will normally require some evidence that the skipper of the vessel has had previous experience. At least one person on the vessel should know what they're doing! Although certifications are not always mandatory, they are useful.

Some yacht charter companies offer a 'captain only' service. Some crewed charters offer both a captain and a cook, so that no-one on the journey needs to worry about cooking or cleaning. It's also possible to charter a fully-crewed boat, some of which even have members of the crew who are qualified scuba diving teachers - certified to at least the level of Dive Master.

Come and discover exactly why Tortola has become one of the world's favorite sailing and yacht charter hot spots. Chartering a great yacht is the ultimate luxury of the sea; your own private cruise, with nothing to do except relax and watch the Caribbean flow by. Whatever your charter requirements, there will be companies in Tortola who will not only meet your expectations but far exceed them.

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by Barry Monteiro

The presence of almost constant trade winds in Tortola, the warm temperature of the seas, the idyllic coastline with its pristine white sand beaches, fringed by swaying palm trees - all these aspects combine to produce perfect yachting waters. With upwards of 50 bays and cays and anchorages to select from, it is little wonder that the British Virgin Islands are amongst the Caribbean's most popular sailing areas.

The scenery from your yacht, as you cruise through the perfect blue waters of the Caribbean, will delight even the most experienced travelers. Novice sailors will enjoy the security of knowing that they are very rarely out of sight of land. There's nearly always an island close by. In fact, perhaps the only time they would be out of sight of land altogether might be if you decided to sail north to Anegada -the drowned island - a truly captivating island, of coral reef beginnings, which is 10 miles long, 2 miles wide but only 28 feet high! This unique sailing destination also happens to serve the best lobsters in the universe! It's just one of the things to do on your British Virgin Island yachting vacation that will make it a trip you'll never forget.

As you might expect, the variety of yachts available for you to charter is considerable - monohulls or catamarans, sailboats or motor charters. You will be able to find something to suit every budget and requirement. Obviously, the larger the boat you select, the larger the staterooms that will be available to you, with catamarans customarily providing the most spacious accommodations. Needless to say, though, you can be assured that the quality of interior furnishings and facilities represent the highest possible standards that you would demand for yourself and your fellow travelers.

Your first decision, of course, is whether to choose a crewed charter or go 'bareboat'. If you choose the latter, then imagine the ultimate sailing experience, with complete freedom and independence. Around the BVI you will be able to safely enjoy line of sight sailing with a reliable breeze and perfect visibility, and few open water hazards.

The charter companies based in Tortola will normally require some evidence that the skipper of the vessel has had previous experience - certificates are not mandatory but are, on the other hand, very useful - and, as a general rule, will require there to be at least one other competent crew member.

Some yacht charter companies offer a 'captain only' service. Some crewed charters offer both a captain and a cook, so that no-one on the journey needs to worry about cooking or cleaning. It's also possible to charter a fully-crewed boat, some of which even have members of the crew who are qualified scuba diving teachers - certified to at least the level of Dive Master.

Chartering a great yacht is the ultimate luxury of the sea; your own private cruise, with nothing to do except relax and watch the Caribbean flow by. These crewed yachts will have a good range of water toys - from kayaks to water-skis - for you to enjoy. Whatever your charter requirements, there will be companies in Tortola who will not only meet your expectations but far exceed them. Come and discover exactly why Tortola has become one of the world's favorite sailing hot spots.

Book your British Virgin Island charters with YTB Outdoors, or British Virgin Islands vacation rentals or flights to the Brithish Virgin Islands.

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by Alan Milso

Introduction

As a bareboat charter operator in the Whitsundays one of the most common questions I am asked is "what about jellyfish" There are 2 types of jellyfish which drawn particular attention in this are one is the Box Jelly fish (Chironex fleckeri) and the Irukandji jellyfish (Carukia barnesi). Both jellyfish have been recorded to have caused death with the Box

Time of Year

Box jelly fish stings have been recorded to have occurred in all months with January being the worst. The warmer period of the year spanning from the end of September to the beginning of April is considered the peak season. Which also aligns itself with the peak tourist season but I could not find a study which collates the two

Signs Of Being Stung

The intriguing part about the Irukandji sting is that it usually goes unnoticed until about half an hour later when the symptom start to manifest themselves. These include increased heart rate, vomiting, sweating, chest pains and a feeling anticipated fear. The symptoms ebb to return up to half an hour later and the cycle continues progressively getting worse.

Treatment

Applying vinegar to the area which has been stung will remove any other tentacles an prevent further invenonmation. Bareboat Charterer should also immediately contact the charter company to arrange the next step which is usually an airlift to Mackay where the victim is kept under observation

Precautions

Best precautions are to wear what is commonly referred to as a "Stinger Suite" any reputable Bareboat Charter company will either provide them or refer you to where you can hire them. They are not a fashion statement especially for the more portly of us but they have a two fold purpose in that they are excellent for stopping sunburn which by the way is way more common a reason for spoiling a bareboat holiday than jellyfish stings

Conclusion

I believe the probability of being stung by an Irukandji while bareboat chartering in the Whitsundays is quite remote but the precaution of wearing a stinger suite is not a high price to pay for piece of mind. When my family is snorkelling we all wear them. They are not a great fashion statement especially for the ladies but a pair of boardies over the top does wonders for the look. See you on the water.

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by Alan Mills

Introduction

Car rental and bareboat charter have a lot in common. The car renter takes possession of the car and is responsible for it. The renter provides a driver, is responsible for the fuel and buys his own snacks for the journey. Bareboat charter, sometimes but rarely referred to as "deponents owner" charter is a similar arrangement where the hirer takes possession of the vessel from the owner or charter company an provides his/her own crew and food.

Reputation

World holiday travel especially in the great outdoors and marine based activities have greatly increased in popularity in recent times which has had a great affect on the little known bareboat charter industry, which satisfy the needs of people interested in both of these activities. Bareboat charter has moved from being a specialised activity to one of which many can now partake

Hire Choices

With its increasing popularity the industry has grown to where there are hundreds of Bareboat charter companies and even smaller organizations renting boats. Where possible look for a provider that offers vessels that suit the individual needs of the bareboat charterer. People who own their own yacht will sometime opt for to hire because purpose built bareboats are better for extended an extended cruise than the vessel they sail on the weekends.

Where to Charter

There are many places in the worlds oceans that are great for bareboating from the Virgin to the Greek Islands. There is nothing better than being the master of your own destiny and itinerary. The Whitsunday Island group is a favorite and world renown destination for Bareboat charter. Power cruisers have become the vessel of choice for the novice and the enthusiasts alike, especially group charters. With 74 Islands and the Great Barrier Reef to choose from the options are endless

God Powered or Man Powered

Different strokes for different folks sailing is usually the first choice of the even the novice but after being on a sail boat for a week or so many people are heard to say "had a great time but next time I'll hire a cruiser. There is no substitute for space and comfort especially on those tired days or when the weather is lees than perfect.

Summing Up

A bareboat charter is the ultimate vacation to get away from it all. It can challenges all the senses while at other times it can be a haven of peace and serenity. The choice is yours. Novice or experience, male or female, family or friends. Every one should do this at least once in their life but in the case of Bareboat charter people don't often stop at once.

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