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Booking procedure
First time Charter
For those new to Charter more detailed advise and guidance is available. We will talk you through the terms & conditions, possible additional costs, and the navigation charts for your chosen area. We can provide you with a fully qualified Skipper to join you for a days sail at the beginning of your Charter, assisting familiarization and so achieving maximum performance from you yacht.
Combined Training & Charter
Combined charter with training. We will tailor dates and courses for yourself and crew during or as an addition to your Charter. VHF / Digital courses, Sea Survival or even Yachtmaster examinations, the courses can be run during the day prior to handover at 18:00hrs or during your Charter period. Call us for further information.
Charter Booking
We require a deposit of 25% and a signed booking form to confirm your booking. The provisional booking can be held up to 7 days. The charter balance and security deposit (see below for details) are required no later than 21 days prior to sailing. Bookings taken within 28 days of the charter period, full payment is required. We accept payments by cheque, most credit / debit cards, Bank transfer, Sterling & Euros.
Documents Required
A completed Plain Sailing Booking Form and Charter Agreement is required prior to sailing. The information detailed includes: Skipper and crew list - sailing ability certificates or other available proof of sailing competence for the Skipper and one crew member – Charters I.D. Original documents named as Charters Identification is required to be shown on Handover of the Yacht i.e. Passport, Driving licence.
Security Deposit
A standard security deposit of £750 is required to cover accidental damage or loss. This is payable 21 days before your charter and will be returned 21 to 28 days after your charter.
Brokerage
Our comprehensive brokerage service utilises the best internet exposure including boats.com, YachtWorld, YBW & many more. We offer low brokerage rates plus discounts if you buy a Bavaria yacht from our boat sales department. Tel: 07855 846265 or Web: YachtWorld
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