Charter Guides
Where to sail, when to go, and what it costs — straight-talking guides to chartering a boat in the Mediterranean and Adriatic.
Yacht Charter in Istria: Croatia's Green North
Closest for guests driving from Italy, Austria and Slovenia, Istria offers calmer sailing, Venetian coastal towns and a shorter-trip-friendly coast.
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Yacht Charter from Zadar: Gateway to the Kornati
North Dalmatia is quieter and cheaper than the south, and it's the launch point for the Kornati — 140 bare islands that are one of the Mediterranean's great sailing grounds.
5 min read
Yacht Charter from Dubrovnik: The Elaphiti & Beyond
Dubrovnik trades the crowds of central Dalmatia for dramatic scenery, the Elaphiti islands and Mljet's national park. Here's how to charter from the south.
6 min read
Yacht Charter from Split: Bases, Routes & What to Know
Split is the busiest charter base in Croatia. Here are the marinas, the classic one-week routes, and how to get the most out of a charter from here.
6 min read
Yacht Charter from Trogir: The Quiet Alternative to Split
Trogir sits minutes from Split airport and shares the same island cruising ground — with calmer marinas and often better prices. Here's why many charters actually start here.
5 min read
Yacht Charter in Greece: Ionian vs Cyclades vs Saronic
Greece isn't one charter but three very different ones. Here's how the Ionian, the Cyclades and the Saronic compare — and which fits your crew.
7 min read
Bareboat vs Skippered vs Crewed: Which Yacht Charter Should You Book?
The three ways to charter a boat explained — what each costs, what you need, and which one fits your experience and the kind of holiday you want.
6 min read
Yacht Charter in Italy: Sardinia, the Amalfi Coast & More
From Sardinia's turquoise Maddalena to the Amalfi Coast and Sicily's Aeolian islands — where to charter in Italy, when to go, and what it costs.
7 min read
Sailing to Hvar: Nightlife, Anchorages & the Pakleni Islands
Hvar is the glamour stop of a Croatian charter — but the best of it is the Pakleni islands just offshore. How to enjoy Hvar by boat without the stress.
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What Licence Do You Need to Charter a Yacht in Croatia?
To skipper a bareboat charter in Croatia you need a sailing licence plus a radio certificate. Here's exactly what's accepted — and what to do if you don't have one.
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Croatia vs Greece for Your First Charter
Two of the Mediterranean's great charter grounds, side by side: distances, wind, scenery, cost and which is the easier first sailing holiday.
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When Is the Best Time to Charter a Yacht in Croatia?
A month-by-month look at weather, water temperature, wind, crowds and price so you can pick the week that fits how you want to sail.
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How Much Does It Cost to Charter a Yacht?
The base price is only part of it. Here's the full breakdown of what a week afloat really costs — deposits, extras, fuel, moorings — so there are no surprises.
6 min read
Catamaran vs Monohull: Which Should You Charter?
Space and stability versus price and sailing feel — the real differences between chartering a catamaran and a monohull, and who each one suits.
6 min read
Yacht Charter in Croatia: The Complete 2026 Guide
Where to sail, when to go, what it costs and which licence you need — everything you need to plan a bareboat or crewed charter along the Croatian coast.
8 min read