Introduction

Taking a sail boat vacation is a wonderful way to get away from it all and reconnect with your family. If you’re new to sailing, or have never chartered before, this blog is here to help you perfect your next trip. Let’s start with the basics: where will you go and what kind of boat do you need?

Pick a Place to Go

The first thing you will want to do is pick out a place that is easy to get to. This means that it’s not too far away from home, but also not too close where you can’t get out of the boat. If you live in Florida, try going down through the Bahamas or Caribbean islands like Puerto Rico or St Thomas. Once you get further away from the US mainland, there are many places like Cuba or Mexico that are great choices.

If you are looking for a good sailing experience and would prefer not leaving your country then pick somewhere closer by such as Florida again or maybe even Texas if they allow sail boats there now! It all depends on what kind of weather they have in those areas at different times throughout the year so be sure to check before making any plans so your trip doesn’t end up being cancelled due to bad weather conditions!

Set Your Budget

Now that you’ve decided to take your first sail boat vacation, the next step is setting your budget.

• How much can you afford? This is a question that must be answered before any trip planning can begin. Have a family member or friend who has done this before? Ask them how much they spent and what they did with their money.
• What kind of boat do you want to charter? Do not assume that all boats are equal when it comes to price tag and amenities onboard. Some boats will have more luxury than others, so make sure you know what kind of experience you’re looking for before booking one way or another. If possible, try out different boats during an open house event so that there’s some time for questions and answers from the captain or other crew members (this might require booking with multiple companies). You may even get lucky enough to find someone with a similar itinerary as yours who’ll be willing–and able!–to let you stay on their boat! That way there will already be some familiarity between y’all when y’all finally get underway together later down the road… (If not then maybe just ask around town until someone else does happen upon such an opportunity.)

Pick Your Boat Type

The first step in choosing the right boat is determining what type of sailing vessel you want. The three main types are catamarans, monohulls and multihulls.

Catamarans are popular for their stability and ease of use, but they’re not as fast or luxurious as other choices. Monohulls are slower and more stable, but also larger and less expensive than catamarans — so if you’re just looking to get out on the water without breaking the bank, this might be a great option for you! Multihulls trade speed for luxury: they tend to be smaller (and thus cheaper) than other vessels; however they also generally don’t offer as much room onboard or amenities like hot tubs or full kitchens. They will get you where you need to go faster though!

Choose a Charter Company

When choosing a charter company, you should look for one with a good reputation and history. Look at how long it has been in business, how many boats it operates and what kind of experience they have. It is also important to find out if the charter company is insured and licensed by the local government so that you can enjoy your time on their boat without worrying about your safety or liability issues.

Finally, when researching companies online, keep in mind that there are many more sites than just TripAdvisor where people can post reviews of their experiences with a certain company. Make sure that you read customer reviews from multiple sources before booking so that you don’t miss any important information!

Don’t Be Afraid to Negotiate

• Negotiating with the company you are chartering from is one of the most important things you can do to make sure your vacation is perfect. You should be prepared to ask for everything on your wish list and then some.
• When negotiating with a boat owner or captain, remember that they want to make a profit as well. Don’t feel bad about asking for things like complimentary wine/snacks, additional crew members, etc., but also remember that they need to know what they are getting themselves into before committing. Be sure and let them know if there are any special needs of yours such as dietary restrictions or medical conditions and keep in mind that it’s possible those requests may come at an extra cost.
• If there are other guests on board who are traveling with family members or friends and aren’t interested in sailing their own dinghy around town all day (or if this particular person is simply not very good at negotiating), don’t be afraid of paying extra money so that one of the crew members will take care of them instead!

Remember to Rent Snorkel Gear or Water Toys

If you’re a family of four, it’s going to be cheaper to rent a snorkel set than buy one. If you are not a family of four, but rather a group of friends or strangers who just happened to go on this trip together (like I did), renting water toys is also an excellent way to have fun in the water without spending too much money.

The benefits don’t stop there: as long as you follow all of the rental directions carefully and return everything clean and dry, they won’t charge you extra for damages or loss!

Plan Ahead With Packing List and Essentials

Next, you should plan ahead. Before you set off on your sailboat vacation, make sure that you have packed a list of essentials.

• Check that it’s going to be warm enough. You don’t want to get caught in an unexpected squall just because you forgot to pack the sunscreen! Before leaving home, check the weather forecast for where your trip will take place.
• Bring sunglasses and a hat. If it is likely to be sunny during your trip, bring along some shades and a hat so that they can protect your eyes and face from too much sun exposure (and also keep them from getting burned).
• Pack water bottles or other containers as well as snacks like trail mix or granola bars in case hunger strikes while out on the water—and don’t forget extra snacks if anyone has dietary restrictions like allergies! Keep these items handy by packing them in easy-to-reach spots such as small bags with handles so they’re easy for everyone on board to access at any time during their journey together.”

Don’t Skimp on Crew Training

When you’re out on the water, it’s important to make sure that everyone on board is paying attention to the task at hand. You want to avoid having any accidents or injuries and definitely don’t want anyone getting hurt while they are enjoying their vacation.

One way that you can help ensure everyone is paying attention is by making sure all of your crew members get trained before going out into open waters. The training should include everything from basic sailing skills (like how to tie knots) up through more advanced topics like proper first aid for those who may be injured in an accident on board the boat.

If you have hired a captain for your trip, make sure you take advantage of his or her experience and knowledge during this process by asking them questions about what needs to be done before leaving port and during different phases of a journey at sea—it will give them confidence as well as ensure safety measures are being taken properly during all stages of travel!

Taking a sail boat vacation is a great way to get away from it all. This blog gives some awesome tips for planning your trip.

If you’re looking for a way to get away from it all and enjoy some time with your family, a sail boat vacation may just be the perfect thing.

This blog gives some awesome tips for planning your trip. The writer has been on many sail boat vacations herself and has a great deal of experience in this area.

Conclusion

I hope that this blog has given you some useful tips on how to plan your perfect sail boat vacation. The best part is that once you get started, it’s easy to keep going. You can continue planning by checking out our recommended charter companies, boats, and destinations. Happy sailing!