How to charter

**Tell us the week.** Dates first — availability drives everything else.

**We shortlist.** Usually three or four yachts, with a note on why each one is on the list and what the trade-off is.

**You choose, we hold.** The yacht is held on option while the contract is drawn up. A MYBA contract is standard and protects both sides.

**Payment.** Half on signature, the balance a month before boarding, plus the advance provisioning allowance.

**Before you board.** A preference sheet goes to the crew: what you eat, what you drink, whether you want the week planned or left open.

**On board.** Saturday to Saturday is the usual rhythm in the Mediterranean. For anything else, ask — it is often possible outside high season.