RECENT NEWS COVID 19 update from 1-800 Yacht Charters.  In specific, Italian tax authorities have postponed new laws designed to increase VAT on Italian yacht charter vacations. The postponement appears to be in response to the effect of Covid-19 on tourism. Fortunately, private yacht charter vacations remain exempt from the tax increase until November. Accordingly, […]

RECENT NEWS COVID 19 update from 1-800 Yacht Charters.  The Bahamas have again closed their borders to most USA travelers.  The closure is in response to the spike in Covid-19 cases. Fortunately, private yacht charter vacations are exempt. Accordingly, 1-800 Yacht Charters will continue to Deliver the Superyacht Experience™ to their clients.     PRIME […]

Whether on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or the web, just about everyone has seen ads for luxury yacht charter vacations.  Gourmet meals, white glove service, and Ri¢hie Ri¢h toys are the benchmark of these lavish floating resorts. The essence of The Superyacht Experience™ is a passion for discovery, and a longing to reconnect with family and […]

SEPTEMBER ROCKS!  I like September. It is my birth month. College and pro football kick off (Go Miami Hurricanes!).  New episode of my favorite TV shows hit the airwaves. It’s also my favorite time to go boating.  Specifically, New England yacht charter vacations. Late summer means slightly cooler temperatures and fewer crowds. In specific, at the […]

HEADS UP! TV IS CHANGING The list of television shows canceled has been released by the networks.  Is Below Deck Mediterranean and Below Deck Sailing Yacht on that list?   MANY SHOWS CANCELED No one knows exact reasons for the cancellation of particular shows.  In specific, decreased viewship, lack of political correctness, unpopular storylines?   NOT-SO-GOOD […]

DINING ETIQUETTE ON YACHTS We present educational and fun information. This blog is written by a superyacht Stew (stewardess).  Great tips on dining etiquette on yacht charter. << Stew Cues: The Continental divide at the dining table is drawn on a ‘zigzag’ by Alene Keenan (blog style edited by 1800yachtcharters)   STEW EXPERIENCE When I have […]

THE SUPERYACHT EXPERIENCE™ IN ITALIA There are 2 primary highlights of cruising the Italian Riviera. They are Portofino and The Cinque Terre.  Everyone knows Portofino.  Cinque Terre is well-deserving of praise, as well. Yacht charter Italy as a destination is popular.   WHERE DO WE GO? Tour the five little towns.  Specifically, Riomaggiore, Manarola, and Corniglia. […]

MAN IN MOTION Travel is a way of life for Chef Jorge Valderrama. He holds culinary diplomas from schools in Santiago and Lima, Peru.  His career is punctuated by working and training in diverse destinations. For instance,   South America Australia New Zealand Singapore   However, he never forgets he is from Peru.  Jorge has […]

PERINI NAVI ON THE ROPES Milano Finanza, Italy’s financial newspaper, reports yacht builder Perini Navi has filed for bankruptcy protection. The move is hardly surprising, or unexpected.  The company has negative EBITDA of €25 million.  Debt between banks and suppliers is estimated at €55 million. What is a bit of a surprise?  A buyout might […]

HOT DEAL We’re ready to put a summer discount of €30,000 in your pocket.  What do you have to do?  Just go yachting! The owner of motor yacht IRISHA slashed the weekly charter rate for a great deal.  Save €30,000 right now.  Her rate was €280,000 per week.  Now the rate is €250,000 per week. […]