Frequently Asked Questions

This is ONLY a crewed charter with professional captain - no bareboat option available. The captain is always included in the price and handles all navigation, safety, and yacht operation.

Your captain is an experienced local professional who knows the Adriatic waters intimately, ensuring your safety while providing insider knowledge of the best anchorages, restaurants, and hidden gems. This allows you to relax completely and enjoy your charter without any sailing responsibilities.

Fuel is NOT included in the charter price and is calculated separately based on actual consumption. This depends on:

• Your chosen route and total distance covered
• Cruising speed (economy vs. sport speed)
• Weather conditions and sea state
• Use of generator for air conditioning

We provide an estimated fuel cost during the booking process based on your planned itinerary. The Azimut 68S consumes approximately 250 liters per hour when cruising.

Typical fuel costs:

• Day charters: €600-1,000 depending on distance and cruising speed
• Weekly charters: Variable depending on how many hours we cruise during the week. With an average consumption of 250 liters per hour, costs depend on your chosen itinerary and cruising style

Fuel is paid separately at the end of your charter based on actual consumption.

Safety is our top priority. The captain has final authority on whether conditions are safe for departure.

For day charters: If weather makes departure unsafe, we offer full rescheduling to another available date or full refund. We monitor forecasts closely and communicate with you 24-48 hours before departure.

For weekly charters: Minor weather delays are handled by adjusting the itinerary (different bays, alternative routes). If major weather makes the charter impossible, we work with you to reschedule or provide appropriate refunds.

Note: Light rain or cloudy weather does not constitute cancellation - the yacht is fully equipped with covered areas. Only unsafe sea conditions (high winds, storms) trigger cancellations.

Day Charters:

• 50% deposit to confirm booking
• 50% balance due 7 days before departure
• Security deposit: €2,000 (refundable, held on credit card)

Weekly Charters:

• 30% deposit to confirm booking
• 70% balance due 30 days before departure
• Security deposit: €5,000 (refundable, held on credit card)

Payment methods: Bank transfer, credit card (3% processing fee), or cash EUR.

Security deposit covers any damages, excess fuel consumption, or violations of marina rules. Fully refunded if yacht is returned in good condition.

All charters depart from and return to Piran Marina in Piran, Slovenia.

Getting to Piran:

• By car: 130 km from Ljubljana (1.5 hours), 30 km from Trieste, Italy
• Nearest airports: Trieste (TRS) 45 min, Ljubljana (LJU) 1.5 hours, Venice (VCE) 2.5 hours
• Parking available near the marina (paid public parking)

We'll send exact marina coordinates and meeting point details upon booking confirmation. The captain will meet you at the yacht for embarkation.

Airport transfers can be arranged for an additional fee if needed.

Yes, valid passports required for all guests. We cross international borders between Slovenia, Croatia, and potentially Italy.

Requirements:

• Valid passport (must be valid for 6 months beyond travel date)
• EU/Schengen citizens: Passport or national ID card sufficient
• Non-EU citizens: Check visa requirements for Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy
• All guests must provide passport copies at booking

The captain handles all border clearance procedures. You'll need to keep your passport with you during the charter for potential checks by coast guard or border police.

Routes to Italy (Gulf of Trieste) depend on current border/customs procedures and weather. The captain will advise on the best options for your charter.

Essential Items:

• Sunscreen (high SPF) and sunglasses
• Swimwear and light beach clothing
• Soft-soled shoes (no black soles on white deck)
• Light jacket or sweater for evening
• Personal medications and toiletries
• Camera/phone for photos
• Passport/ID documents

Provided Onboard:

• Towels (bath and beach)
• Bed linens (weekly charters)
• Snorkeling equipment
• Paddleboard and water toys
• Safety equipment and life jackets

Weekly Charters: Use soft bags rather than hard suitcases (easier to store). Washing facilities available for longer stays.

Food and drinks are NOT included - bring your own or ask about our drink packages.

Absolutely! Children are welcome onboard and we're a popular choice for family vacations.

Family-Friendly Features:

• Life jackets available in all children's sizes
• Safety netting can be installed around deck areas
• Shallow swimming areas selected for families
• Snorkeling equipment including children's sizes
• Captain experienced with family charters

Children of all ages count toward the guest maximum (10 for day charters, 6 overnight for weekly charters). Infants and toddlers require constant parental supervision on deck and near water.

The Adriatic is generally calm during summer months, making it ideal for families. We can adjust itineraries to include child-friendly beaches, calm bays, and interesting coastal towns.

Yes! The Azimut 68S is an excellent venue for corporate events, team building, client entertainment, and business meetings.

Corporate Features:

• Spacious salon suitable for meetings (seats up to 10)
• Wi-Fi available for presentations or calls
• Multiple outdoor seating areas for breakout discussions
• Catering services can be arranged
• Professional, discreet captain and optional hostess
• Invoicing available for company expenses

Popular corporate uses: executive team offsites, client entertainment, reward trips for top performers, product launches, networking events, and incentive travel.

We can customize the itinerary to balance business needs with relaxation. Many clients mix morning meetings with afternoon swimming and team-building activities.

Food and beverages are NOT included in the charter price. You have several options:

Option 1: Bring Your Own

Bring food and drinks onboard. The yacht has a fully equipped galley with refrigerator, freezer, stove, and oven. We can recommend local shops and markets in Piran for provisioning.

Option 2: Drink Packages

We offer convenient drink packages with a selection of beverages for your charter. Contact us for available packages and pricing tailored to your group size and preferences.

Option 3: Restaurants & Dining Ashore

The captain will recommend excellent waterfront restaurants along the route. Most itineraries include lunch stops at coastal towns.

Option 4: Onboard Chef/Hostess

Available as an add-on service for an additional fee. Professional chef prepares meals onboard, or hostess manages service and hospitality.