How-To & First-Time Guides — Page 2
The end-to-end process of booking a crewed yacht charter, written for first-time clients: how brokers work, what to ask, and how the best weeks come together.
- 12 May 2026 · Blue Ocean Club AtelierWhat's Included in a Crewed Yacht Charter? A Day-by-Day Look
Understanding the distinction between the base hire rate and the Advanced Provisioning Allowance is essential for managing the operational costs of a luxury Mediterranean charter.
- 9 May 2026 · Blue Ocean Club AtelierYacht Charter Itinerary Planning: How the Best Weeks Are Actually Built
Successful itineraries prioritise weather patterns and fuel efficiency over rigid schedules, favouring a hub-and-spoke model to avoid the hidden costs and logistical strain of over-ambitious routes.
- 1 May 2026 · Vela EditorialHow to Charter a Yacht — A Plain-English Guide
A practical primer covering brokers, contracts, APAs, crew gratuities and the questions to ask first.
- 21 Apr 2026 · Blue Ocean Club EditorialMaldives Yacht Itinerary — A Real 7-Day Route from North to Ari Atoll
A real-world Maldives yacht itinerary built from time aboard: where to dive, where to anchor, where to eat. For private yacht charter Maldives clients planning their first week.
- 17 Apr 2026 · Blue Ocean Club EditorialThe Best Time to Charter a Yacht — A Region-by-Region Calendar
When to book a Mediterranean, Caribbean or Indian Ocean yacht charter — month-by-month weather, price and crowd guidance from our cruising team.