Before Booking Your Cruise, Please Carefully Read the Terms and Conditions for Chartering the Sailing Yacht Listed Below.
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Sailing Charter Terms and Conditions
Charter price includes:
- Skipper assistance.
- Sheets, pillowcases, and blankets.
- Use of the yacht with all its equipment.
The Price Does Not Include:
- Various Expenses: Port and marina fees, water supply, fuel for the engine and outboard motor, cooking gas, and final cleaning.
- Meals Onboard (Cooking Service + Provisioning): The onboard meal plan includes 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 4 dinners onboard (3 dinners will be enjoyed in tavernas). All meals are served with a pre-set menu. Guests don’t need to worry about meal preparation or finding the right ingredients for delicious dinners. Any special dietary requirements must be communicated at the time of booking.
- Ticket for Marine Parks
- Towels and bath towels: Guests must bring their own towels.
- Anything Not Included in the “Price Includes” Section.
Reservation
To book, the charterer must submit a booking request via email, WhatsApp, or phone, and provide copies of the identity documents of all participants in the vacation. The lessor/charter operator will accept the request by sending the “Booking Confirmation” document along with the “General Cruise Terms and Conditions.” The charterer will then have one day to send the deposit via bank transfer. The booking will be considered confirmed upon receipt of the deposit.
Accommodation
Guests have access to two double aft cabins, two spacious berths in the saloon, and a shared bathroom. By paying a surcharge on the standard rate, it is possible to use the forward master double cabin with a private bathroom. Bookings are preferably accepted for double cabins.
Single travelers will preferably be accommodated in a double cabin for single use (equivalent to the cost of two shares). Alternatively, to be agreed upon before booking, singles may be accommodated in the saloon berths or in a double cabin shared with a person of the same gender, depending on availability.
Boarding and disembarkation
Boarding takes place on Saturday after 6:00 PM, and disembarkation occurs the following Saturday by 9:00 AM. The port of embarkation varies depending on the itinerary.
If the scheduled ports of embarkation or disembarkation become inaccessible or unusable (e.g., due to weather conditions), the embarkation/disembarkation port may be changed, and no damage claims or compensation will be accepted for such unforeseen events and resulting inconveniences.
Itinerary
In the event of unfavorable weather conditions, the skipper may modify the itinerary by proposing alternative stops or extending the stay in port to ensure the safety of the crew and the vessel. The charterer cannot object, demand, or request any compensation for such occurrences, as they are considered acts of “force majeure”.
Sailboat
The vessel will be made available to guests in perfect cleanliness and working order, compliant with current regulations, and equipped with all the safety features required for the type of navigation to be undertaken. In the event of unforeseen malfunctions or breakdowns requiring a repair stop, the owner/charterer will strive to minimize the downtime. If the repair period does not exceed 48 consecutive hours, the client will not be entitled to any refund. If the downtime exceeds this period, the owner/charterer will refund for each day of lost use beyond the initial 48 hours, or, where possible, grant an extension of the contract equivalent to the period of non-use (beyond the 48-hour downtime).
Risks and hazards
Guests embark with full awareness of the risks and dangers associated with a sailing cruise. In the event of injury not directly caused by the skipper’s responsibility or gross negligence, the guest cannot claim compensation or seek damages. Personal accident insurance is strongly recommended.
Given the nature of this vacation, guests are required to inform the skipper, prior to booking, of any physical or psychological conditions that may compromise their safety and/or that of their fellow travelers during their time onboard. For example, and not limited to, the ability to maintain balance and agility when boarding or disembarking the boat via ladder, dinghy, or gangway. Additionally, guests must disclose any allergies to medications or food, or any other specific personal needs, before booking.
Before the vacation begins, guests are also obligated to inform the skipper of any newly developed health conditions to ensure the skipper is fully aware of any situations requiring specific attention, enabling the cruise to proceed safely.
The skipper reserves the right to deny participation in the cruise if, at their sole discretion, they determine that the guest’s particular health condition could compromise the safety of the guest or other participants. In such cases, the guest will be required to cancel their participation in the cruise.
Payment
Payments are accepted via bank transfer as follows:
- 50% deposit of the total amount is required at the time of booking.
- The **balance** must be paid 30 days prior to departure.
Failure to pay the balance within 30 days of the cruise start date will result in the cancellation of the reservation and forfeiture of the deposit.
Cancellation Policy
In case of cancellation by the charterer:
- If the spots are rebooked: No penalty will be applied, and the amounts paid will be fully refunded.
- If the spots are not rebooked and the cancellation is communicated 30 days before departure: A penalty equal to 50% of the total amount will be applied.
- If the spots are not rebooked and the cancellation is communicated less than 30 days before departure: A penalty equal to 100% of the total amount will be applied.
Cancellation must be communicated in writing (via email or WhatsApp).
In case of cancellation by the owner/operator:
If the owner/operator cancels due to “force majeure” or other strictly personal, unforeseen, and unavoidable circumstances (e.g., health issues), they will immediately inform the charterer and, where possible, propose an alternative that does not require changes to the travel arrangements for reaching the embarkation and departure points. Alternatively, the charterer may choose to receive a full refund of the amounts paid without claiming any penalties from the operator.
Travel cancellation insurance is recommended.
Privacy
The data provided in connection with this contract will be stored and processed by Leonello Lorenzo (as the data controller) exclusively for contractual and accounting purposes, in full compliance with the European Regulation 679/2016–GDPR on the protection of personal data.
Onboard Regulation
Guests will adhere to the onboard regulations in detail:
Smoking: For safety reasons, smoking on board is restricted. The skipper will inform passengers when and where smoking is permitted. Smokers are encouraged to use electronic cigarettes, for which there are no usage restrictions.
Luggage: Luggage brought on board must be minimal and essential, packed in soft, foldable bags that can be easily stored. Each participant is solely responsible for their personal belongings and will be held accountable in the event of theft, loss, or damage.
Clothing: To prevent foot injuries, it is recommended to bring a pair of boat shoes with appropriate soles (non-slip, light-colored) to be worn exclusively on the boat, with soles thoroughly cleaned beforehand. Additional recommended items include swimwear, long pants and a shirt for the evening, a light windbreaker (e.g., K-Way), sunglasses, and sunscreen.
Freshwater Usage Onboard: During nature-focused or sporty vacations where docking at ports is not planned, the availability of freshwater is limited. While the boat is equipped with large tanks and a watermaker, the amount that can be produced is finite. Guests are encouraged to avoid wasting water to prevent itinerary changes for water refills. For this reason, showers are taken outdoors using the “sailor’s shower” method (in a bay, guests soap themselves during the last swim of the day, rinse off in the sea, and then rinse with freshwater).
Use of Equipment: The use of onboard equipment and the boat itself is available to guests but strictly under the full supervision of the skipper. Guests are NOT permitted to use the boat or its equipment autonomously. For example, using the tender without the skipper’s presence is not allowed.
Acceptance: Payment of the deposit constitutes acceptance of these terms and conditions.