Terms & Conditions for Crewed Yachts

1) Yacht's prices include:

• - The Yacht
• - Yacht and passengers' insurance (Marine insurance of the yacht as well as Owner's insurance of the crew for third party liabilities.
• - Crew / crew's food and salaries.
• - Harbour and marina fees within Greece.
• - Ship's laundry.

2) Yacht's prices do not include:

• - VAT of 6, 5%, or 13% for daily charters, on the charter rates.
• - Fuel consumption for the yacht
• - Fuel for the tender and the water toys -if any-.
• - Food, soft and spirit drinks for the guests.
• - Communication expenses and canal fees -if any-.
• - Private Marina fees, local taxes and agents' expenses outside Greek waters - if any-.
• - Whatever expense is not included in the above paragraph.
• - For crewed Motor Yachts the amount of A.P.A. (Advance Provisioning Allowance) which is estimated to be the 25% - 30% of the total charter fee and covers all the above expenses.
• - Hire of special equipment on the request of the Charterer.
• - Gratuity for the crew usually 5% to 15% of the total charter fee, upon discretion and optional, is not obligatory.

A.P.A. EXPLANATION:

The Captain of the yacht keeps all the receipts for the expenses and at the end of the charter period, he makes the final calculations and settlement.  Of course, the remaining credit is given back to the charterer.  On the other hand, if during the charter period the costs are beyond the APA, additional cost is requested by the charterer by the captain.

Terms & Conditions for Bare Boats

SECURITY DEPOSIT

A refundable security deposit depending on the size of the yacht, has to be paid to us (cash\credit card) prior to departure, which will be refunded at the end of the cruise as far as no damage/loss has occurred to the yacht and equipment. Personal checks of any kind are not acceptable.

CANCELLATION POLICY

In case you have to cancel your booking, the following terms apply.

For bookings cancelled between 90 and 60 days prior to embarkation, 30% of the total cost of the charter is charged.

For bookings cancelled between 60 and 30 days prior to embarkation, 50% of the total cost of the charter is charged.

For bookings cancelled less than 30 days prior to embarkation, 100% is charged.

Refunds will be made only in the event that the yacht will be re-chartered for the same period and at the same price.

As with any vacations, we strongly recommend that your sailing trip be insured against any unforeseen circumstances.

CHARTER SHEDULE

All charters begin at 17:00 on the day of departure (normally Saturdays) and typically end at 09:00 on the day of arrival (normally Saturdays). However you will be kindly asked to return to base on the last evening of your charter (normally Friday evening). We require this time between charters to do the necessary cleaning/maintenance/service on the vessels.

INSURANCE

All yachts are insured against damage to the hull, machinery and/or equipment. Third party liability is also covered. Nevertheless, personal accidents while on board are not covered and client has to arrange extra for this kind of coverage.

SAILING QUALIFICATIONS

To charter a sailing yacht in Greece it is necessary for the skipper to have a sailing certificate proving his competence. If no such certificates are issued in your home country, you will be required to present a reference from your yacht club verifying your ability to sail. A second person onboard must also have sailing experience of some short. If he/she does not carry a sailing license, he will be requested to sign a statement of his sailing abilities.

SKIPPERED BAREBOAT

We can recommend and hire on your behalf a professional skipper for as many days as you wish. Even if you have experienced sailing, you may still require the services of a professional skipper to make your cruise more relaxing and benefit from the skippers’ local knowledge. There is a set daily fee € 120 per day for the professional skipper, regardless of the number of people on board. Please remember that the professional skipper needs to be provided with his own cabin, as he is obliged to sleep on board.

WHAT TO BRING ALONG

Luggage

It is better to travel with flexible, soft, foldable luggage. Avoid large, boxy suitcases.

Sunglasses

At least two pair of sunglasses with neck chain to avoid loss.

Skin protection

The sun in Greece is especially strong, and therefore a good sunscreen or blocking lotion or cream is necessary. Avoid oily, greasy applications, which are slippery and pose a danger on board. To continue your protection, bring with you after sun lotions or skin softeners.

Medication

Prescription or other medications should be brought in quantities to last the duration of your vacation.

Clothing

For unfettered ocean cruising, casual comfortable clothes are best. Bring at least two bathing suits, T-shirts, shorts and lightweight cotton slacks, jeans and shirts. In April and May and from mid-September through October, evenings and even days may be cool, so please bring a warm sweater or sweatshirt and a light jacket or windbreaker. For entertaining and on-shore dining and dancing, you may wish to have an easy-care dress- up outfit with you.

Head protection

For protection against the ill effects of prolonged exposure to the sun, a hat, cap or scarf is most important

Footwear

Soft or rubber white soled footwear or boat shoes are a must. Wear standard shoes for on-shore use only.

Foul weather gear

This is optional and is occasionally required. Light rainwear however is advisable.

Towels

Several beach towels can prove to be quite handy after that delicious dive from the yacht into the cool, clean ocean.

Audio / CDs

Every yacht provides or CD player, so bring your favourite music along.

Sports Gear

Although every yacht provides snorkelling gear, we suggest that lovers of underwater activities bring their own snorkel and mask. A special note on scuba diving: Greece's laws prohibit scuba diving in most of its waters. We strongly recommend not bringing such gear. However, scuba diving is permissible in very limited areas only, and anyone interested can request further information from us regarding the location of these specially designated scuba diving waters.