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Choosing the right size of yacht largely determines the feel of your charter holiday. Not only in terms of space and appearance, but also in terms of privacy, comfort, stability, layout and the facilities on board. To ensure a relaxed and suitable choice, you should therefore look not just at the length in metres, but above all at how you want to travel.

Yes, a superyacht can survive rough seas, but that never depends solely on its size or the level of luxury on board. Seaworthiness is determined by a combination of design, build quality, maintenance, the area of operation, weather conditions and, above all, the decisions made by the captain and crew. For anyone considering a charter, it is therefore wiser not to ask whether a superyacht can ‘handle anything’, but under what conditions it can operate safely and comfortably.

A week aboard a superyacht is no ordinary holiday, but a completely private stay at sea for your own group. You combine comfort, service and freedom with an itinerary tailored to your wishes. Anyone considering chartering a superyacht for a week usually wants to know, above all, what such a week entails, what is included and what costs to expect.

Is the crew’s salary included in the charter price, and how do tips work on a superyacht? This article clearly explains what is included in the price, what a gratuity is (not compulsory), how it is distributed via the captain, and what you need to factor into your overall budget, complete with useful links and FAQs.

How far does a superyacht travel in a day? There’s no single fixed figure: on luxury charters, short daily legs (one to a few hours’ sailing) are common, whilst much greater distances are possible during crossings. In this article: what determines the daily distance (style of travel, cruising speed, route, weather), the difference between a charter day and a crossing, and the impact on fuel and budget, with practical route examples.

Would you like to hire a crew for your yacht? With Global Yacht Charter, you don’t book individual crew members, but a fully crewed superyacht (from 24 meters). In this article: how a crewed charter works, what is usually included, the crew’s role, and a clear breakdown of costs, including the charter fee, VAT, APA, fuel and port charges.

How realistic is ‘Below Deck’ compared to a real superyacht charter? This article explains what is accurate (real yachts, professional crew, bespoke service) and what TV exaggerates (drama, time pressure), including the pricing structure with charter fee, VAT and APA, and what you can realistically expect in terms of service and experience.

This handy checklist will help you organise a luxury crewed yacht charter with complete peace of mind: from the travel dates and guest list to the budget (charter fee, APA, VAT), personal preferences, itinerary and what to pack.

Choosing the right charter yacht isn’t just about the yacht’s length or appearance, but about the experience you want to have on board. For a luxury crewed yacht charter, the destination, number of guests, desired level of privacy, on-board service and available facilities all play a much greater role. By weighing up these factors carefully, you can avoid choosing a yacht that looks impressive on paper but, in practice, is less suited to your travel requirements.