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F.A.Q (Frequently Asked Questions) on
chartering a yacht .
In
addition to a lot of information on this web site, we share the answers to the
questions below to
help you choose a suitable charter yacht. If you have a question
which is not covered here, enter it
on the "Charter Inquiry"
page,
or send e-mail to: info@yachtbroker-charters.com for
a prompt reply.
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FOR ANSWERS: Click on any question below, or scroll down the page.
1. How can I book a charter yacht?
2.
Are there minimum periods for booking a charter?
3.
How are the charter rates calculated?
4.
What
are the start and finish times of a charter?
5 .
How much baggage can we bring?
6. What
special items do we need on the yacht?
7.
How
do we go about buying provisions?
8. What kind of food and provisions are available?
9.
Are there any restaurants or shops on the islands?
10.
Do we need any
previous sailing experience?
11.
How
far do we sail from the coast or islands?
12.
What safety and navigation gear is on board?
13. Are there many other tourists or charter
yachts?
14.
Can we learn something of Malaysian and Thai
culture?
15.
What
water activities are available?
16.
Where does the yacht stop each night for
sleeping?
17.
Will there be other groups aboard the yacht?
18.
Can you recommend any good hotels?
19.
Are transfers available from airport to the charter base?
20.
Is it possible to rent a vehicle?
1.(Q) How can I book a charter yacht?
Firstly decide if you want a bareboat - with no captain or
provisions, for which you need to have an
experienced skipper in
your group - or choose a crewed yacht with options for engaging
crew. Then
select the yacht to suit your number of people and the charter rate
you prefer to pay. Finally, go to
"Charter
Booking" page and enter your choice of two yachts if possible, so we can check availability.
2.(Q)
Are there minimum periods for booking a charter?
The minimum period is a week, which you
really require to enjoy the many features of this great area.
Most people are keen to also experience
sailing in Thailand and book for at least 14 days, or do a
one way charter for 10 -14 days of wonderful sailing via many islands
which finishes in Phuket.
For full details and suggested charter
destinations see the "Itineraries" page on this web site.
3.(Q)
How are the charter rates calculated?
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The rates are different for every
yacht, depending on their size,
inclusions, and if it's a crewed yacht or
bareboat.
Rates are then calculated on a total price per boat basis for 7 days, 10 days
or 14 days.
plus any
optional crew or equipment if applicable. Additional days
can be booked on a pro
rata basis.
4.(Q)
What
are the start and finish times of a charter?
Start is 1600 hrs (4.00pm) on arrival day. Finish is
0900 hrs (9.00am) on the last day.
Please Note:
1 week (7 day) charter = 7 nights/8 days.
10 day charter = 10 nights/11 days.
2 weeks (14 day) charter = 14 nights/15 days.
Example of 1 week (7 day) charter: Day#1....January 1, charter starts 1600 hrs.
After 7 nights of charter...morning of Day#8....January 8, charter finishes 0900 hrs.
5. (Q)
How much baggage can we bring?
For the yacht you only need very light clothing and soft soled
shoes for island walks, which can
usually fit into one
large "zip-up"
carry bag per person. Big, hard suit cases should not be used.
6.(Q) What
special items do we need on the yacht?
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Sun hat/glasses, suntan oil, two swimsuits, camera, film, personal toiletries,
cell phone, beach towel,
(bath towels are supplied), maybe your mp3 or Walkman,
(There are CD players on all boats).
7.(Q) How
do we go about buying provisions?
After your boat is booked
we will send you a priced order form & complete e-guide to provisioning,
which
can be completed at
your leisure and returned before your charter. We will then do the
provisioning for
you and have everything stowed away on board on your day of arrival.
..OR...if you prefer, you can do it
yourself after you arrive. Most clients like us to do the provisioning so they can start the charter relaxed.
8.(Q)
What kind of food and provisions are available?
A huge variety of popular International brand name products,
together with local produce is available from
a wide range of
supermarkets, food stalls, shops, day or night markets or use our
service as above.
There
are ingredients for all kinds of Western and Asian foods, including
plenty of fresh seafood and Thai
or Malay
specialty foods. Being a duty free island, all provisions, including
alcohol are extremely cheap.
9.(Q) Are there any restaurants or
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Yes, several islands have small and
interesting local style shops, restaurants and bars. It's a nice idea
to sail to
these in between sailing to uninhabited islands for a nice balance of things to do and see.
You have the option of making your own sail plans or going with the
suggestions on the "Itineraries" page.
10.(Q) Do we need any previous sailing experience?
Not if on a crewed yacht
with a Skipper. Your experienced
crew will do all the
sailing if you wish, while you
just relax and enjoy the sunshine
and scenery. However, you are welcome to join in as much as you
like
and learn to sail/navigate.
For bareboats YES. A member of the charter party must have
suitable practical
experience of coastal sailing and navigation
to match the size and type of yacht to be chartered.
11.(Q) How far do we sail from the coast or islands?
Usually from 2 to 10 miles, depending on the route, which is
determined by the number of days for the
charter.
All sail plans and intineraries are in protected waters, within sight of the mainland or
islands.
12.(Q) What
safety and navigation gear is on board?
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Everything as required by law on a charter yacht, including life-raft, dinghy, plus adult size and junior
size life jackets for all persons
on board. Also GPS navigation, radio, depth sounder and chart plotter.
13.(Q) Do we see many tourists or other charter yachts?
No. Our charter sailing area of 6,000 square miles has so many
islands, bays, lagoons and pristine
deserted beaches that you will see
very few tourists or other charter yachts.
14.(Q) Can we learn
something of Malay and Thai
culture?
Yes, there are many opportunities to learn something of the
language, customs and culture through
visits to local villages,
sea gypsy fishing islands and mixing with these
extremely friendly people.
15.(Q) What water activities are
available?
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Swimming/snorkeling in crystal clear coral waters. Exploring "hongs" by dinghy. (Hongs are lagoons
inside limestone caves, reached only by a dinghy or kayak). Depending on
the yacht, there is fun for
all ages on a variety of water toys,
including snorkeling gear and the option of kayaks. Beach water-
sports are also available as an option,
including water skiing, para-sailing, wind surfing and jet skis.
Scuba diving is also available as an
option from dive operators on several islands.
16.(Q) Where does the yacht stop
each night for sleeping?
That depends on your location and
itinerary, but before sunset the yacht will
be either securely
anchored in one
of the many protected
bays, or berthed in a marina to ensure a good nights rest.
17.(Q) Will there be
other groups aboard the yacht?
No, except for the Captain and/or
Cook on a crewed yacht, your yacht is totally private
and only for
you and your guests. Bareboat charterers also have
exclusive and private use of their own yacht.
18.(Q) Can you recommend any
good hotels?
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Yes, we can supply details of many hotels available on Langkawi and
Phuket, depending on your
budget and accommodation requirements.
Let us know when you make your charter booking if you
require a hotel before or after the charter and we'll be happy to assist.
19.(Q) Are transfers
available to and from the airport to the charter base?
Yes. Part of the charter booking procedure is to discuss your
flight plans and requirements for transfers.
20.(Q)
Is it possible to rent a vehicle?
Yes. Modern automatic or manual hire cars can be rented very cheaply
upon
showing a driver's license.
There are also many taxis of varying sizes for hire inexpensively
on a per trip, or per hour basis.
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