Charter Yachts for a family

ENJOYING FLAWLESS AND FUN-FOR-EVERYBODY MULTI-GENERATIONAL FAMILY VACATIONS – IS IT POSSIBLE? IF SUCH A WONDER EXISTS, THEN IT’S BOUND TO BE A YACHT VACATION. A FULLY CREWED CHARTER IS A PRICELESS OPPORTUNITY FOR A RELAXING FAMILY REUNION AND MAKING UNIQUE MEMORIES.

Commonly, luxury yacht vacations are thought to be upper-class adult amusements. This thought is enough for an advertising leaflet, picturing glorious parties or romantic couples on deck, but in the chartering business it’s different as family occasions appear to be a more dependable source of income than any great soiree.

While going to Disneyland is a special treat for children and ski resorts are mostly for adults, yacht charter vacations are sure to make each family member happy. That’s why we see a growing number of owners who eagerly prepare their yachts to keep children safe, comfortable, and entertained. Charter brokers can easily find “family-friendly” yachts meeting their clients’ demands. So use a good sea-knot for repairing family ties – go ahead and have fun on the water together!  

APPROPRIATE AMENITIES

What is essential for the yacht to gain a “child-friendly” reputation? Planning yacht vacations where parents and kids are looking forward to swimming and using water toys requires special equipment to provide easy and safe access to the water, like a swim platform at the waterline and steps to climb back. Children also love to play video games and watch films, which is why on some superyachts there are fully-featured video game rooms and cinemas.

FAMILY ORIENTED YACHT: STARTING WITH CREW

In addition to exclusive responsibility and highly professional skills, all crew members (on any family-friendly yacht) must be skilled in interacting with children. Without the proper answer to the question “do you like kids?” you won’t even pass the crew interview on a family-friendly yacht. Being skilled or trained, every crew member must be extra-amazing and have their own tricks and secrets for entertaining children.  

SAFETY IS FIRST

In order to build a boat which is suitable for family use, the owners provide their yachts with pocket doors and baby doors to prevent little children from walking alone, out of sight, and falling from the stairs. Around the decks, there are safety nets to stop the child from falling overboard. Safety equipment blends with yacht décor so the yacht doesn’t appear like a children’s room.  

AWESOME FOODIES ARE WAITING ABOARD

Speaking about meals, charter yachts are provisioned with food items of all sorts – even special food for babies can be provided. Chefs are ready to meet the expectations of every little guest. On some superyachts, children are even welcome in the galley and allowed to prepare simple meals. It’s hard to say what’s more exciting for kids – wearing a “real chef” uniform or surprising their family with their culinary skills.  

HELPING PARENTS TO TAKE A BREAK

The crew is vitally important when parents seek some private time. While adults are using their respite – going for a walk, relaxing with a flute of champagne, or just closing the doors and staying together – the crew will entertain the youngsters with water toys or other interesting diversions. However, parents should remember that it’s impossible for the crew to act as full time babysitters. If their children are too young or hyperactive, then taking their nanny aboard is the best decision. There are extra cabins on many yachts that can be used to accommodate such passengers.  

SPENDING QUALITY TIME TOGETHER

Each captain creates his own strategy for entertaining his guests, reaching out for balance between amusements and life-touching experiences. On some yachts, you will find cutting-edge equipment for video gamers, while on others they will request that the numerous gaming gadgets that children bring aboard are “not welcome” (like on airplanes) as these adventures have real life experiences to enjoy. No suffering follows; on the contrary, children will forget all about their electronic treasures while having such a busy schedule: swimming, snorkeling, exploring, and enjoying amazing water toys.

Yacht vacations also can have an educational effect as children get to know more about sea life or islands. With the captain’s help, a lecture can be arranged at certain destination points. Visiting interesting places and sharing new experiences provides fuel for lively discussions and creates bonds between family members while still enjoying all the splendor and amusement of the yachting vacation. “Families that play together… stay together.”