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Different types of use for your Yacht

When buying your Yacht, you need to consider a few things, one of those things is how much your going to use your yacht, so i’ve listed a few below.

Day sailing – Usually don’t have a cabin, designed for daily use not overnight trips.

Weekender yachts – These are able to sail in shallow waters, Can have a small cabin, and kitchen.

Cruising yachts – Great for personal use and can have a great design. Usually built for families with cabins below the deck. These yachts can travel thousands of meters.

Luxury sailing boats usually 82 ft plus. The largest of these types are highly computerized and involve very little work.

Racing yachts can reach speed of 35 knots!

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Brief history of Sailing Yachts

Sailing Yacht’s were originally Dutch vessels on the look out for pirates, It was only when Charles (the second) bought a yacht as a transport method on his return to England from the Netherlands it became more commonly used in transporting the upper class to their destinations.

Yachts used to be made primarily out of steel or wood, but more modern yachts are using more sophisticated materials, ost often its fiberglass, steel or aluminium, with a few more materials thrown into the mix, including plywood, which would mainly be used in constructing a more personal yacht as a hobby.

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Yacht insurance questions to ask

When going out buying your luxury yacht your going to have to ask your self and your insurance provider some very important questions about insurance below i’ve listed a few main questions you should ask.

1. What coverage do the guest in my yacht hold?

Many different yachts, and insurance companies have different policies for guests, so make sure you ask your insurance provider this question.

2. What equipment in my yacht is part of the insurance deal?

3. New for Old insurance cover for your yacht insurance?

Means that your insurance provider will pay the damaged piece of your yacht while the other may only pay the depreciated value or second hand value of the equipment.

4. Damage limit in yacht insurance?

Chek to see if there is a limit to your yacht cover, some providers may set a limit for any kind of damage on your yacht, which will mean you will have to pay the excess of the damage fees.

5. What damages are covered by the insurance provider?

Check what kinds of damages are covered, and also check for thinks such as trailers, and see if they are included in the insurance policy. Check also if your insurance is covered by natural disasters.

6. Is your insurance provider able to do a custom policy?

Insurance companies want your business, so check to see if they will offer you a custom package to meet your needs.

7. Is your yacht protected if something happened while it is anchored or in a dock?

Some yacht insurance providers offer seasonal coverage for this kind of protection when your not using it, such as winter etc. But we recomend all year around coverage.

8. Does your yacht insurance offer legal advice & protection?

Try to choose a insurance company that offers legal protection and Aid. This helps you get claims should collisions and accidents occur.

9. Does your insurance policy offer third-party liability?

Having a third-party liability means that your yacht insurance will cover the damages your yacht may cause on other water. Good insurance providers offer this coverage.

10. What is the protection when you go aboard?

Different countries have very different regulations. If you plan to go abroad, make sure that you are aware of the protection of your yacht before you set out.

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Sail Yachts: Some important things you need to know

A sail boat will use wind as its first source of movement, which makes it very environmentally friendly, with little noise pollution, and minimal fumes, and these types of yachts come in a variety of designs. Before you buy your sail yacht your going to need some of the sail boat terms to get the best out of your ship, which i have listed below;

1. Bow – The front part of the sail yacht

2. Stern – The rear part of the sail yacht

3. Tiller – The part that steers the sail yacht

4. Deck – Part of the boat where you can stand while sailing your yacht

5. Sail – A sheet that helps in capturing the wind to set the boat moving

6. Hull – The body of the boat

7. Mast – The vertical pole structure that spreads the sail

8. Rigging – A host of ropes of lines that are attached to the sail and mast to help in trimming and hoisting the sail, and in controlling the direction of the boat while sailing

The direction of the boat comes from the movement of the sail while catching the wind to move the boat forward.

It is also important for you to know the various parts of the yacht and how they help. This is important if the sea gets suddenly rough and you find it difficult to handle the boat.

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Buying your yacht New or Used?

Yachts are top of the range boats mainly used for pleasure, yahts can come in a wide variety of designs, and types. When buying your yacht you should aim to find one that your comfortable with and fits your tastes. Some important points to look upon when buying a new or used yacht is to list all the things you wish to have on your boat. Ask yourself what do i need, and what do i want. When i say what do you ”Need” i mean what is the essentials, are you going to use it for a weeks holiday? If so then your going to need cookers, beds etc, enough so you can live in, if you are using it for a small fishing day trip, some things can be left out. Then what i mean by your ”Wants” is the luxuries your yacht could have, TV’s etc.

Always plan a budget before you go out shopping for a yacht and stick to it, otherwise it could be a very expensive purchase.

Buying A New Yacht

If you’re rather buy a new boat, all you need to do is enter into an agreement with the builder or distributor.

Items To Consider When Buying A Used Yacht

It’s a fact that a person can buy and sell a yacht without the need for formal paperwork, as a verbal agreement between two parties would be enough to constitute a legally binding contract, but we strongly recomend a contract when buying.

Other Factors To Take Into Consideration

Whether you’re buying the boat from the owner the most important factors to consider are the overall condition of the yacht, and whether the seller actually has, or is given the right to sell that particular boat. Unless the boat is being bought as part a restoration project or the buyer is well aware of its actual state, the advice is to always enter into an agreement that is “subject to survey” within the terms of the contract.

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