You Tell Us What You Want – Share Your Vision

Everything starts with your preferences.
You tell us about the:

• Dates (or flexible range)
• Number of guests
• Budget range
• Type of yacht (catamaran, motor yacht, sailing yacht)
• Style of experience (relaxed, family, party, luxury, etc.)
• Preferred destinations (Cyclades, Ionian, Saronic, etc.)

At this stage, nothing is booked yet. The goal is to match you with the right yacht and crew, not just availability.

Yacht Selection & Shortlist

A charter specialist curates options based on your request and sends you a proposal with:

• A shortlist of yachts
• Photos, specs, and real availability
• Crew profiles
• Weekly charter rates
• What’s included vs excluded

Important:
Two yachts can look similar online but offer completely different experiences.
The crew and condition of the yacht matter just as much as the price.

Proposal & Booking Terms

Once you choose a yacht, you receive a formal offer that includes:

• Charter fee (weekly rate)
• VAT (in Greece typically applied on top)
• APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance)
• Contract type (usually MYBA or similar industry standard like MIBA)

What is APA?

The Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) for a yacht charter is typically 25% to 40% of the base charter fee.
Think of APA as a prepaid onboard budget. It usually covers:

• Food and drinks
• Fuel
• Port fees and marinas
• Water toys fuel
• Any extras during your trip

The captain manages this budget and provides full accounting.

Signing the Charter Contract (MIBA / MYBA)

This is where things become official.
You sign a Memorandum of Agreement between:

• The yacht owner
• You (the charterer)
• The broker (as intermediary)

The contract defines:

• Charter dates and location
• Payment schedule
• Cancellation terms
• What is included/excluded
• Responsibilities of each party

These contracts are industry-standard and designed to protect both sides.

Key idea:

You are not just “booking”, you are entering a legal charter agreement for temporary use of a vessel with crew.

5. Payment Schedule

Typical structure:

• 50% deposit → to secure the yacht
• 50% balance → due ~30–45 days before charter
• APA (20–40%) → paid before embarkation

If payments are not made on time, the contract can become void.

Preference Sheet (Very Important)

After booking, you fill out a detailed preference sheet. This is what turns a good charter into a great one.
You specify:

• Food preferences and dietary needs
• Alcohol brands
• Activities (water sports, hiking, beach clubs)
• Special occasions (birthdays, celebrations)
• Cabin setup

The crew uses this to prepare everything before you arrive.

Pre-Charter Preparation

Before you step onboard:

• Berths and marina spots are pre-arranged where needed
• The yacht is cleaned, stocked, and fully prepared
• Food, drinks, and fuel are purchased using APA
• The captain plans a flexible itinerary based on weather

Embarkation Day (Check-In)

You arrive at the marina (usually Athens, Mykonos, or another base).
What happens:

• You meet the crew
• Quick safety briefing
• Overview of the yacht and itinerary
• APA confirmation and any last details

Then your charter officially begins.

During the Charter

This is the experience itself.

• The captain manages navigation and safety
• The chef prepares meals tailored to you
• The crew handles service, cleaning, and activities

Please note:

• You can adjust itinerary daily
• The captain follows your preferences but always has final authority for safety and weather decisions

Expenses & APA Management

Throughout the trip:

• All running costs are paid from APA
• The captain tracks every expense

At the end:

• If you spend less → you get refunded
• If you exceed → you settle the difference

This keeps everything transparent and flexible.

Disembarkation (Check-Out)

At the end of your charter:

• Final APA accounts are reviewed
• Any outstanding balance is settled
• You leave the yacht

The contract formally ends once the yacht is returned in agreed condition and time.

What Makes a MIBA / MYBA Charter Different?

Compared to simple boat rentals:

1. Structured & Protected

You’re covered by a standardized legal agreement used globally in luxury yachting.

2. Fully Custom Experience

Everything is tailored—route, food, pace, activities.

3. Crew-Driven

The quality of your experience depends heavily on the crew, not just the yacht.

4. Transparent Costs

• Charter fee = yacht + crew
• APA = running expenses
• VAT = government tax

No hidden surprises if properly explained upfront.