What is the booking procedure?
Decide on the date of your holiday and the number of people in your party and we will help you to decide which boat is best suited to your requirements. When this is settled we will prepare your contract and forward it to you. As soon as you sign the contract and return it with your deposit the booking is confirmed. The outstanding balance is due four weeks prior the start of your holiday.
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How far ahead should I book?
The earlier you book the more likely you are to secure the boat and time period you require. As an added incentive: If you confirm your booking prior to 31st January you will benefit from a 10%”early booking” discount. Leaving things till the last minute is risky – the most popular dates and boats go early!
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What is a security deposit?
This is a cash deposit or, alternatively, a “pre authorized” charge to your credit card. When you return the yacht to base and complete the check-in satisfactorily, it is refunded /cancelled.
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How can I get provisions?
Our base is in the center of Preveza and it is close to several supermarkets. This means you can do your shopping upon arrival. If you prefer, or if you expect to arrive when the shops are closed, we can handle your shopping and have it delivered to your boat. Simply complete the provisioning list, send it to us, and we will make sure that everything you asked for is on board.
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Is the boat full of diesel and water on handover?
Yes, both diesel and water tanks are full before you depart from our base. You will be able to find water to refill your tank in most ports in the area. The diesel will have to be refilled at our base upon your return.
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What time can I get on board at my charter start and when should I return to the base?
On the first day of your charter, you are able to board no later than 17:00. This is to allow time for the boat to be cleaned, serviced and have any essential work carried out. This should be regarded as exceptional. Under normal circumstances and depending on your arrival time, you will probably be on board much sooner than that. Around midday, or after lunch at a local taverna, is when most people set sail. For the same reason, the yacht should return to base the day before the end of the charter period, latest 18:00. You will off course spend the night on board and should be ready to leave the boat about 09:00 on the following day.
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How far can I go sailing?
You can go as far as your charter period allows, provided you remain within Greek territorial waters. Plan your route according to the time available, and make sure you are able to return within the hire period.
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Do all yachts have safety equipment?
Yes, all our yachts are very well equipped, particularly in regard to safety equipment. From fire extinguishers to life jackets, and hand flares to EPIRBS, everything is there. It is good to feel safe.
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Are there any navigational aids on board the yachts?
In all our yachts you will find the basic items required to plot your course (navigational charts, pilot book, plotter, divider etc) as well as more sophisticated equipment and instruments that will help you; like a hand bearing compass, GPS, echo sounder, log and autopilot.
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Can we have our pets on board?
Sorry; pets are not allowed. If you do have to bring your pet with you there are certified pet care centers that will gladly arrange to look after your pet while you are sailing.
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If something happens during my cruise, what shall I do?
Before you go, you will be provided with the contact numbers of all our managers. Our phone numbers are available 24/7, so we can provide any assistance necessary in the shortest time possible. On the spot help is arranged and any problems are dealt with, either by us or by our cooperating partners, who are located throughout the area.
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Shall we hire a skipper?
If you don’t feel ready to charter a bareboat by yourself, then yes, a skipper is the answer. More importantly, the skipper will help you learn and understand any aspect you are not comfortable with, so you will have more confidence to plan your next sailing trip. Alternatively you may wish to hire a skipper so that you can really relax and leave working the boat to someone else. Either way, it can easily be arranged.
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If we have a skipper, can we tell him where to go?
Of course you can! The skipper will suggest places in accordance with the time available, the weather and the miles you wish to sail each day. You will make the final decisions. After all, it is your cruise we are talking about!
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What if I have to cancel the charter?
Sometimes unexpected things happen, and you have to cancel. In some cases there is a cancellation fee, which varies depending on how close we are to the departure date. Our cancellation policy is as follows:
a) For bookings cancelled more than 90 days prior to embarkation, there is no charge.
b) For bookings cancelled between 90 and 60 days before embarkation, 30% of the total charter fee.
c) For bookings cancelled between 60 and 30 days before embarkation, 50% of the total charter fee
d) For bookings cancelled less than 30 days before embarkation, 100% of the total charter fee.
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Where can I leave my car?
There is parking space within the marina where you can leave your car, (at your own risk) while sailing, and our staff will keep an eye on your vehicle whilst you are away. If you require extra-security, we can arrange your car to be in a protected garage. In general, we have no car crime problems in the area.
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Can I charter one-way?
With us all things are possible but this is not really recommended. If you leave the boat anywhere other than the home port you would be required to pay the cost of a skipper to sail the yacht back to base
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Where do I get weather information while sailing?
The Port Police will provide weather information if you call them on the VHF channel 12. Alternatively Olympia Radio, the official Greek Radio for mariners, provides a weather forecast three times a day, first in Greek and then in English. The forecast is announced on channel 16 a few mins. before it commences. Failing this, you can always ask our office, we will provide you the latest weather reports via radio or internet.
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Do I have to report to the office during my charter period?
This depends on your charter length. You don’t have to when you book for a week, but for longer periods, should contact the office around the end of each week to report your position and confirm that all is well with the boat.
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