• Fraud Prevention: Using alternative names protects against identity theft and misuse of booking details. It prevents scammers from creating false listings with real boat names. By monitoring the internet for our custom names, we can identify and stop fraudulent activities, which would be impossible with real names often found on legitimate platforms.
• Owner Privacy and Security: The anonymity of alternative names safeguards yacht owners and their assets. It also reduces the risk of unqualified providers stealing our content, reviews, or photos and presenting them as their own.
• Efficient Fleet Management: Many yachts share identical names, but our unique naming system ensures clear organization and differentiation within the fleet.
• Protecting Reputations: Reviews, photos, and customer feedback are exclusively tied to our charter service and not the actual yacht names. This ensures that if we fall short, the yacht owner's or operator's reputation remains unaffected.

These measures reflect our commitment to security, professionalism, and delivering a seamless experience for both yacht owners and our customers.

• Explore the Grand Palace, Bangkok: Visit the iconic Grand Palace, a stunning complex of royal buildings and temples, including the famous Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)
• Discover Ayutthaya Historical Park: Explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ayutthaya, filled with ancient temples, towering ruins, and a glimpse into Thailand's rich history.
• Visit Chiang Mai's Old City: Wander through the charming streets of Chiang Mai's Old City, surrounded by ancient temples, traditional markets, and vibrant local culture.
• Trek in the mountains of Pai: Embark on a trekking adventure in the scenic mountains of Pai, where you can explore waterfalls, hot springs, and interact with local hill tribes.
• Visit the Elephant Nature Park, Chiang Mai: Support ethical elephant tourism by visiting the Elephant Nature Park, where you can observe and interact with rescued elephants in a sanctuary setting.

While many travel insurance providers offer comprehensive plans for yacht vacations, certain situations often fall outside standard coverage. Understanding these exclusions can help you choose additional coverage options for a more secure trip. Here are common exclusions to be aware of:

1. Pre-Existing Medical Conditions

Most travel insurance policies won’t cover medical expenses or evacuation if an illness or injury is related to a pre-existing condition. If you have a known health issue, consider purchasing specialized coverage that includes your specific medical needs, as standard policies may not reimburse you.

2. Extreme Sports and High-Risk Activities

General travel insurance typically excludes coverage for extreme sports or risky activities. If you plan to engage in adventurous activities on your yacht trip, such as scuba diving or jet skiing, consider an additional policy that specifically covers high-risk activities.

3. High-Value Items and Personal Belongings

While most insurance policies cover personal belongings up to a certain limit, high-value items may not be fully protected. If you’re bringing valuables on your yacht charter, arrange additional coverage for these items to ensure compensation if they are lost or stolen.

4. Acts of War or Terrorism

Yacht charter travel insurance generally includes evacuation for medical emergencies but often excludes coverage for evacuations due to war or terrorism. If your destination carries a higher risk of such events, consider supplementary coverage for evacuation in these scenarios.

5. Intoxication or Illegal Activities

Insurance will not cover incidents related to intoxication, illegal drug use, or unlawful activities. For a safe and secure yacht experience, avoid any behavior that could void your coverage in case of an incident.

6. Known or Foreseeable Events

If an incident is considered a “known” or “foreseeable” event, most insurers won’t accept claims related to it. Be mindful of specific coverage limitations for certain activities or events, and ask your provider about additional policies for known risks.

7. Unapproved Yacht Operators or Vessels

If damage or injury occurs because an unapproved individual was operating the yacht or if an unapproved vessel was used, insurers may deny coverage. Ensure that only certified operators handle your yacht and verify that your charter meets insurance requirements.

Understanding these exclusions can help you make informed decisions when selecting yacht charter travel insurance. Contact your provider to discuss specialized options and ensure a worry-free yacht vacation.

Basically, boarding is safest and most comfortable in the harbor / pier. And usually this is the closest place to your destination. For example, if you reside on the west side of Phuket (Patong, Kamala, Mai Khao, Kata ...) and want to go to Phi Phi Islands, which is on the east side of Phuket, the boat would have to go around the island. This time would be lost for your actual trip unless you book additional travel times.

All in all this can involve significant additional costs (gasoline consumption, additional time, etc.). We are happy to clarify and indicate the options and costs individually depending on the case. 

Is it better than booking directly with the owner?
Absolutely! With us, you book at the same price as if you booked directly—and often even cheaper! You also enjoy the advantage of being treated by the crews like very best customers (as we are) and having a good friend at your side in any case of trouble, who will represent your interests with the yacht operators. 

Avarage prices for full-day crewed Yacht charters:

• Luxury Speedboat: from 700 USD
• Sailboat / Sailing Catamaran: from 900 USD
• Power Catamaran or Motor Yacht: from 1,500 USD
• Superyacht (60ft and above): from 3,500 USD

If you don't do this, you're missing out on the best: the indescribable beauty of Thailand away from the hustle and bustle above and below the water, the experience of freedom and closeness to nature of tropical sailing adventures, the real Thailand with its original facets that you can only find on deserted islands.

In addition, for many, booking multi-day private yacht vacation is a welcome change from boring hotels and resorts. No 5-star accommodation can compete with the splendor of the starry sky. It is an experience of pure luxury, unforgettable and varied days that cannot be experienced anywhere else in the world.

If you plan to visit Thailand just outside of the high season, the months before and after offer favorable conditions as well. The shoulder seasons of March to April and October to early November still provide pleasant temperatures, ranging from the high 70s°F to the mid-80s°F.

The current VAT rate in Thailand is 7%.

This tax revenue is used to finance public facilities such as piers and jetties, staff and Marine rescue services. Hopefully. 

• To ensure the greatest possible cost transparency, all our displayed prices include VAT. This can be a disadvantage when comparing prices with other providers, who display net prices and then add the tax as a nice surprise. It is therefore best to ask for final prices right from the start. 
• Of course, you will also find suppliers who offer their products at a lower price without VAT. We recommend that you carefully weigh up the risks of such transactions, which are of course always based on private payment methods and, in the event of damage, possibly without any insurance cover at all. 

However, the greater the distance from the mainland, the more patchy the network coverage becomes, so that ultimately an Internet connection might be no longer possible, but only a pure GSM telephone connection or no connection at all. Depending on the location and the weather conditions, it cannot be predicted with any certainty.

Depending on the equipment, many private charter yachts offer WiFi on board, as their own mobile equipment or even satellite connection has a greater range. This is of course particularly true for our superyachts, which are designed to provide a professional working environment

However, a good, stable connection cannot always be guaranteed on the high seas. If for any reason or at any time a stable connection is essential to you, please discuss this with the captain.