Choosing the perfect luxury all-inclusive catamaran for your next vacation can be stressful. There are so many different options and factors to consider when booking a yacht. However, by asking the right questions, we can find the best yacht for your needs. Here are a few things to keep in mind:
What Is Your Budget?
One of the first things you need to consider when choosing a luxury catamaran is your budget. There are many different catamarans on the market, and they range in price from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. It is important to have a clear idea of how much you are willing to spend before you start your search. This will help us find a catamaran that fits within your budget.
Plan Your Trip In Advance
This is a BIG one. Many people leave booking their catamaran until the last minute (1-6 months in advance), which can mean that you may miss out on getting a yacht that meets all of your needs. To avoid this, select your yacht and complete the booking as early as possible. Trust us, the best options get booked up very quickly! ESPECIALLY Christmas and New Years Weeks which are often booked 10+ months in advance.
Also, be sure to consider the time of year (peak season vs hurricane season) and other factors that could affect your yacht charter. This will help prevent any unpleasant surprises along the way.
How Many People Will Be Sailing With You?
Another important factor to consider when choosing a luxury catamaran is the number of people who will be sailing with you. Catamarans come in various sizes, and you will want to make sure that you choose one that can comfortably accommodate everyone who will be sailing with you. Some are quite small and may only be able to accommodate a few people, while others can comfortably fit 10 people.
What Amenities Are Important To You?
Not all yachts are created equal. And neither are our clients! Everyone’s desires are different and that’s what we’re here to help you find. The yacht’s amenities and layout are very important things to keep in mind. The little things matter. Some people prefer very spacious cabins with a berth (bed) you can walk around either side. A head (toilet) that is separate from the shower stall. If you are the adventurous type, you’ll be interested in a yacht that has all the fun water toys like a wakeboard, water skis, tube, and a good-sized tender. Some yachts have E-foils and Sea bobs and some offer Scuba diving right from the boat. Some are outfitted for epic deep sea fishing! If you are more interested in relaxing, maybe you would like to have an onboard masseuse, yoga teacher, jacuzzi, or a private swim deck off of the master suite.
Choose the amenities that are most important to you.
Work With a Yacht Charter Broker
Booking a yacht charter is a lot like planning a wedding. There are so many little details that make a world of difference when customized correctly. Working with an experienced yacht charter broker, which many don’t realize, is the backbone of booking a successful trip. At Uncharted, we take pride in each and every one of our customized bookings. The best part? There is zero cost to you, the client, to use a broker in the process. This means you will reap all the benefits of having an industry professional on your team to help steer you away from substandard charters, at no cost.
Get Insured
When chartering a yacht it’s important to have adequate insurance coverage in case anything goes wrong. The Caribbean hurricane season is May – November and can bring unexpected inclement weather. The ever-changing Covid-19 travel environment makes things a bit stressful. Be sure to purchase a policy that covers everything unexpected. This will help ensure that your trip goes as smoothly as possible.
We recommend an insurance plan specifically for Caribbean Hurricane and Covid-19 coverage, we are partnered with LimeTime Travel to provide the best yacht charter coverage as well as offering pre/post travel arrangements.
If you are looking for an unforgettable travel experience, booking a yacht is the perfect option. Create memories to last a lifetime by taking advantage of all that these yachts have to offer. What are you waiting for? Let’s start planning your trip today!
-Caitie Rosko, Co-Founder of Uncharted
