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Comfortable Trawler Charters
By CruiseDirector | October 5, 2008
A trawler is a very stable and comfortable yacht. Trawler charters are a great way to experience some of the beautiful tropical islands and coastline our earth has to offer. You can charter a trawler almost anywhere you can think of. Just imagine sailing in areas of the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the Florida coastline, the Bahamas and the even up in the Pacific Northwest.
A 43 foot trawler charter would be a comfortable boat to cruise in and stay aboard for several days or longer. It boasts a large salon and modern galley. The large flybridge beckons you to relax under the bimini cover.
One of the 43 foot trawler charters is perfect for 3 couples or a family. It has three staterooms and two full heads with showers. The aft deck is great for sunbathing. There is also a large transom door that opens to a spacious swim platform.
A luxury trawler charter is unlike any other vacation and would rate at the top of your list of travels. To insure a successful trip there is a certain amount of planning involved. Travel to and from the location of the vessel would have to be coordinated. Some chartering companies will do this for you for an extra fee.
If you are an experienced sailor you may want to do a bareboat charter. You would be able to pilot the trawler yourself. The chartering company would have to review your sailing resume. If you qualify this is a great way to save.
If you are not an experienced sailor or just want to relax and let the captain do the sailing there are plenty of excellent captains willing to sail your trawler for you. You will be able to enjoy the pleasures of a boat cruise without having to operate the vessel yourself. The captain would retain responsibility for the vessel. There is usually an advanced payment required to book any trawler charter.
The captains will follow a pre-planned itinerary, although you can request to alter it a bit, time allowing. He is very familiar with all the ports of call and will recommend things to do and direct you to points of interest or restaurants where you can enjoy a meal ashore.
In the Pacific Northwest, for example, you would sail around the San Juan Islands and explore the Puget Sound. You would keep watch for bears, whale, deer and eagles. You catch your own fresh crab, gather muscles and oysters, bird watch, fish or just relax.
If you do not want to go ashore and dine at one of the many restaurants, you can use the fully equipped galley. You also have the choice of leaving your comfortable stateroom and stay ashore one evening at one of the charming island hotels, at your own expense, of course.
Common trawler charters charges would be: the fully equipped trawler, all the linens and towels, the captain, free use of the galley, as well as fuel and dock fees. Any restaurants or hotels ashore as well as taxes are extra. You are allowed to bring your own food and beverages and use the galley.
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