The name says it all! Liveaboards are chartered yachts that you can live on for a period of time. Whether it's an extended weekend, a scuba diving trip, or a family getaway, liveaboards offer plenty of activities above and below the surface that'll leave you with amazing memories to take home.
Gone are the days of groggy living quarters, astronaut food, and conditions only fit for a sailor. Today's liveaboard yachts offer the creature comforts of home, with unparalleled views right off the deck. You'll be living, eating, and sleeping comfortably throughout your stay. Yacht charters aren’t inexpensive, but when you factor in all the food, drink, transport, and activity costs of a cruise or resort vacation, very often, a week of full-board sailing with your family can be very cost effective. We cater individual yacht itineraries to our clientele's needs, but generally, each trip includes a captain, chef, and other deckhands as dictated by the size of your group and activities they want to do.
For the divers in the group, think of your crewed charter as a personal floating scuba hotel. There's no better way to get more bottom time than by parking adjacent to dive sites and doing multiple dives a day. Most scuba charters are equipped with onboard compressors, tanks, and full dive gear. They also include a Dive Instructor or Dive Master depending on your particular needs. Some yachts carry simple snorkel equipment like masks and fins, while others offer the most sophisticated diving equipment available. It's truly up to you to let Envy Yacht Charters know where your passions lie. With worldwide locations, our yachts are ready to find a spectacular site just for your group!
Liveaboards aren't just for bottom dwellers though. If there are patrons in your group who are non-divers, our liveaboard yacht charters offer plenty of activities to keep them entertained. For adults and children alike, some activities include:
No matter the interests of your crew, they'll be recounting their days and spending time together on the deck! Our all-inclusive yacht vacations include three meals per day, a full bar, water toys, snacks, and deck amenities. It's everything you need to have a great diving excursion or family adventure, wrapped up in a package to make unforgettable memories.
Our family vacation clients often express that the most memorable part of the vacation is having everyone together in one place. Waking up and having breakfast together before individuals enjoy their particular activity sets the tone for a day packed with fun. Then, having dinner together allows each boat-goer the opportunity to share stories from their experiences had.
The professional staff at Envy Yacht Charters has the relationships and industry knowledge to pair your group with the perfect vessel and itinerary. Whether your getaway is suited towards a luxury power yacht, beautiful sailing catamaran, or a private scuba charter liveaboard, we are your go-to matchmaker! We inspect all yachts in our listings, and in some cases, travel to interview the crews to ensure our high standards are met.
With the water as your playground, you will experience unsurpassed privacy, control, and freedom on a liveaboard that simply cannot be found on a resort vacation. Grab the camera, jump aboard, and enjoy a family/group adventure at sea! All that is left to do is start the conversation with our experienced yacht charter experts, and you'll be on your way to an unforgettable trip.
Reach out to Envy Yacht Charters to plan your personalized liveaboard adventure!
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For many people, a vacation spent at sea is the perfect way to explore beautiful coastal destinations and soak up the open ocean. There are two major options for a seafaring experience: either a cruise ship or a luxury yacht charter.
Though the reputation of yacht charters being reserved for the wealthy has made them appear like an unattainable dream vacation, they’re much more affordable than they’re made out to seem in the media. This makes them a great contender for the ideal at-sea adventure right along with cruise ships. However, what cruise ships lack in privacy and flexibility, all-inclusive yacht charters supersede.
Major cruise lines have strict itineraries and serve thousands of people at a time, with typical amenities like pools and hot tubs, casinos, and family-friendly activities. Due to the high number of passengers on cruise ships and the reasonable fears of catching a virus or illness, cruise vacations are declining significantly. As people are choosing to avoid a crowded experience, private yacht charter vacations to the Caribbean and Mediterranean have become quite popular.
While cruises offer a unique way to travel, they provide a very cookie-cutter type of vacation. Dining, excursions, and activities are not done on your own terms. And while there are many desirable amenities onboard to take part in, they’re typically overcrowded and hard to get to. If an amenity is always in use, there’s no way you’d be able to fully experience or even enjoy it. Schedules to certain destinations also work in the same way. And though meals are provided, you have to wait in long lines to be served.
Contrarily, luxury yacht charters offer various unique benefits that cruise ships simply cannot. Rarely are you able to take a vacation with such privacy as what an all-inclusive yacht provides, which makes it a much more desirable mode of travel.
A luxury yacht charter works for everyone’s vacation needs as it’s intimate, safe, and allows for a flexible itinerary. Getting a one-on-one experience while on a cruise ship is near impossible based on the number of people and amenities. With our services, each yacht is crewed with a captain and chef, and possibly additional crew members depending on the size of the yacht, to give your group personal and attentive service. Other advantages of booking an all-inclusive yacht charter include:
While yacht charters do not offer highly unique amenities like onboard casinos, Broadway show revues, or the ability to visit multiple countries in a single week, this hasn’t been a problem for our travelers. There are plenty of board and card games on deck for guests to play and the Sonos music system can be amped up to blast your favorite tunes for an impromptu dance party under the stars. And not to mention, your yacht charter will travel through multiple island destinations throughout the week.
When booking a luxury yacht charter, it’s best to leave it to the professionals. A yacht charter broker will not only vet the best yacht charter to suit your vacation needs and wants but they’ll also ensure you get it for the best price. From sailboats to catamarans, motor, and megayachts, you’ll love the private liveaboard options available!
Learn more about how you can experience an all-inclusive yacht for your next vacation with experienced yacht charter broker Nancy Van Winter.
