Let’s face it. Bareboating is more expensive that your average holiday vacation. Savvy sailors can certainly locate good deals by looking for seasonal discount windows and remaining flexible to take advantage of last-minute specials. However, that usually only works for a small fraction of people out there. That means that a bareboat charter is going to hit your wallet.
There’s good news though. With smart budgeting, through understanding the types of fees or expenses you’ll face and by also knowing your options, you can take control of your bareboat charter budget.
Key factors in building (and successfully managing!) your bareboat charter budget include:
- The boat and related fees
- Provisioning: food, beverages, and other necessities
- Skipper and/or crew
- Travel expenses and related fees
- Resort and/or hotel costs
- Additional miscellaneous fees
The “Developing a Charter Budget” provides more details on these costs and how to factor them into your trip plan. If you have questions, please post them in the forum. (free registration required)
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