Following These Tips Can Help You Select A Classic Motor Yacht

Posted on January 22, 2012 by admin

Classic Motor YachtThe best things in life are free right? Unfortunately, not so for most things, certainly not when you are thinking of buying a classic motor yacht. There are so many people who dream of classic yachts and imagine themselves traveling the world once they retire. Not just because of the sense of freedom it gives you, but also because of the social standing you will gain by owning a classic motor yacht. Of course, it is also possible to charter a yacht so that you can experience traveling the world in a yacht. It all starts with research.

First, you need to research which yacht best suits your needs and then look at which yacht will best suit your budget. The best place to start your research is the internet. You will be able to see what models are available and where to buy them from, as well as being able to read reviews by other owners on the way these yachts function. What makes them great and what makes them not so great, basically. If you find a certain boat has many bad reviews, you may want to consider a different classic motor yacht, particularly if the bad sides seem to relate to things that are important to you. For example, if you enjoy the wind in your hair because of the yachts speed and most reviews say that a specific model of a classic motor yacht is very slow, then this boat is not for you. However, if you just want to take your time, then this yacht may suddenly become very interesting. Most times the seller is willing to negotiate the price as well.

Never, ever, buy a classic motor yacht before going to actually see it. Preferably, you should sail it for a little while as well. Don’t be tempted to buy a yacht that simply doesn’t offer you the quality you should expect for the price.

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How to Plan a Group Cruise for Your Family and Friends

Posted on January 14, 2012 by admin

Family cruiseStart making a list of all the people with whom you would love to spend an afternoon or evening. If you are imagining an enormous price tag on a private charter out into the waters for fifteen or more of your closest friends, check the prices out before you assume. You can actually purchase a five hour boating adventure for eighteen to twenty-four guests for around $2,000. This would be a boating adventure out to Lazarus Island, so your guests not only enjoy some time on the boat, but get to explore the island and relax awhile before heading back to the mainland of Singapore.
If you are worried about your budget, there are some variables that can be adjusted to control expenses:
• Smaller boats are a bit cheaper than larger boats.
• Keep your guest list under twenty, or there will likely be a fee for extra crew members needed to serve a larger group.
• Trips during the week are often a bit cheaper than trips on Saturday or Sunday.
• Bringing your own food and drink will save some expense over hiring a chef to cater your trip.

Choose the time of day according to the guests on board.
When you book a group cruise to Lazarus Island, you will be offered an afternoon or evening block of time. If you are traveling with adults and want more of a romantic or party atmosphere, you are perfectly suited to an evening escape on the waves. Adults and couples will enjoy walking on the beach at sunset and sipping wine on the beach, but children would much rather run and play in the sand during daylight.

Check the reputation of the service you are cruising with.
There aren’t too many reputable services offering boating adventures out to Lazarus Island today. A boating adventure out to Lazarus Island can be enjoyed by locals as well as Singapore visitors. If you pay attention to these tips you will book the perfect trip for the people on your guest list.

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Tips to Yacht Charter

Posted on January 5, 2012 by admin

Yacht charterYacht charter is the process of renting or chartering a boat or a yacht for holidaying in the sea. Renting a sailboat is not a luxurious indulgence anymore. Even a person from middle-income group can afford to hire a sailboat for a vacation. The feeling of sailing in the deep sea is a wonderful experience and makes for perfect vacation. Add to that the privacy a sailboat can offer.

Typically, there are two types of boats that you can hire: bareboat and crewed boat. Until few years ago, yacht charter was considered an expensive vacation deal and there were not many takes. However, the trend is changing and people are willing to spend a little more for an innovative experience. The other type of sailboat that you can hire is a crewed one, wherein there are crew members on the boat with a captain and chef. The number of crew members would depend on the size of boat you choose. For instance, a 30-foot boat may simply require two to three crew members whereas a 300-foot yacht would require at least 30 crew members. If you haven’t yet hired a yacht then think about it for your next vacation. However, do read our article to learn about some hiring tips.

Tips For Yacht Charter

Destination – It is important to decide the destination since a company may offer competitive rates but may not be close to your desired destination. As such, you will attract other overhead expenses of hiring the boat. Shortlist some holiday destinations and keep your options open before finalizing a destination.

Get quotations – Shortlist a few companies and ask them for quotations. Once you get quotes from different companies, look through the services and facilities offered by the company. Sometimes, the yacht charter companies will include too much of fancy stuff that you can do without.

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Why Your Next Vacation Should Be a Cruise Vacation

Posted on December 28, 2011 by admin

Cruise VacationTo those of you who have already caught the cruise bug, congratulations! Cruises have it all – fun, food, excitement, food, romance, food… and did I mention the food?

When you start looking around, be sure to sign up to get automatic notifications about cruise deals from several cruise lines, and perhaps even some notable travel sites such as CruisesOnly, and Travelzoo. Cruises very often do not fill up, and you can get some great deals if you are willing to wait for last-minute pricing. Most of today’s cruise ships are so large, you can hardly even feel the boat rocking. If you think you are prone to motion sickness, do yourself a favor and take a gulf tour. For example, the cruises to the Western Caribbean are much smoother than the Eastern because the boat is in the calmer Caribbean waters, not the Atlantic. Have fun! Cruise lines are spending more and more money these days to make sure there is plenty to do on board so that nobody gets bored! There are multiple on-board restaurants, including Johnny Rockets and Starbucks. There are several theaters, an ice skating rink, casino, more than 5 pools, 8 whirlpools, a gym, ping-pong tables, bingo, shopping, movies…

The meals are worth discussing also. Expect three course meals ranging from lobster to filet mignon, with options for the kids. If you decide you want something a little more casual, most ships also have buffet-style cafeterias which serve everything from chicken nuggets to hamburgers and hot dogs. Expect to eat well on a cruise. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and cruise ships understand that, with a wide variety of eggs, meats, breads, and fruit to get your day started right. Call room service- they’ll bring whatever you’d like to the room at no charge! Finally, there are the ports of call. Some take advantage of an empty boat to schedule a relaxing massage. Why not consider a cruise for your next vacation? Bon Voyage!

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Three Sail Care Tips to Save You Money

Posted on December 21, 2011 by admin

Sail careLearn to sail like a pro with these cost saving sail care tips. If you want to learn how to sail like a pro, then you need to know the best way to keep your sailboat sails in great shape.
Tools you need:
Pencil
Ribbon (bright colored)
Check the Seams and Pockets
Your sailmaker lays one panel on top of another to span the width of the sail from luff to leech. Look all along these seams from luff to leech for any areas of broken sailmaking thread. Continue along each seam from the foot (bottom) of the sail to the head (top) of the sail. Go to the leech (trailing edge) of the mainsail and check each batten pocket. Circle any areas along the batten pocket that show broken thread or chafed spots.
Mainsail Seams and Hardware
Check the luff (leading edge) of each sail next. Chafe (worn spots) can cause weakness. This weakness affects your luff hardware. This rope, called a “boltrope” strengthens the cloth. The boltrope feeds into the slots inside the mast and boom to hold the sail in place. Next, the sailmaker installs a brass grommet (ring) into each hole. Then mast attachment hardware, called slugs or slides are attached to each grommet. The sail slugs are fed into the slot one at a time. Sail slides are used to attach a mainsail to mast and boom that have external tracks that run along the outside of the mast and boom. If a luff slug or slide breaks while sailing, this can cause the sail to rip across a seam.
Genoa and Jib Sail Wear
Furling Genoas often have a stainless wire inside the luff sleeve that runs from the tack to the head. This wire feeds the sail into the metal extrusion of your furling gear. Learn to sail with more confidence when you know the best way to inspect your costly sailboat sails. You will be able to sail all season long worry free with more speed, power, and performance than ever before–wherever in the world you choose to sail!

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