CharterWise

Planning and preparing for any successful charter adventure starts with smarts. CharterWise, our essential guide to the ultimate cruising vacation, has you covered. 

The Aegean Sea is among the most visited cruising grounds in the world, and it’s easy to see why. With more than 2,000 islands to its claim, not to mention a seemingly endless and richly indented continental coastline, Greece is a country with so many nooks and crannies that an entire lifetime of cruising is insufficient to explore them all. A bareboat charter is a great place to start, however, and Greece’s largest uninhabited island, Polyaigos, is a must on any charter itinerary.
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Considered by many to be the best-kept secret in travel, chartering a boat is your gateway to new destinations and unparalleled adventures at sea. It’s also a fun and easy way to explore the best of the cruising lifestyle.

The idea of sailing an unfamiliar boat outside of your home waters can raise a number of questions and create some trepidation, even for experienced cruisers. Our CharterWise hub features the latest charter news and planning advice, plus specially curated content on the most popular charter destinations, giving you the resources you need to navigate the entire process smoothly and ensure a successful, fun and safe cruising vacation for you and your family.

Charter News

Amy Carrier sailing past The Dogs islands

Passing the Tiller

For my 80th and her 50th, I made good on a long-standing promise to teach my daughter to sail.

Planning a Charter

With any charter, part of the fun is planning your voyage: where to go, what to see, which boat to take. It can be a lot to consider, especially for first-time charterers. We’ve got you covered, with expert planning advice to help you get the most out of your charter and avoid some common pitfalls.

The Moorings charter

Sailboat Chartering 101

Interested in taking a sailing vacation? Start here! We’ve put together a guide on charter types, locations, qualifications and more.

Charter Destinations

Familiarizing yourself with the destination before you go is part of any charter vacation. If you’ll be the skipper, it’s essential to learn as much as you can about your prospective cruising area. Here’s a look at some of the most popular charter destinations, with tips for itinerary planning and more.

North America

Caribbean & Bahamas

Europe & Mediterranean 

Southeast Asia

South Pacific

Central & South America

Australia & New Zealand

High Latitudes

Charter Lifestyle