Research area · 15 pages

Comparisons

Side-by-side comparisons of brokers, yachts, prices, regions and contracts.

The practical answer

Start with the decision that could invalidate the holiday. The following priorities are this desk’s procurement recommendations, not statistical rankings.

Which comparison matters most for your booking? ↗

Which decision are you facing?

Choose the comparison you need

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The comparison that matters most for your booking.

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Which comparison matters most for your booking?Start with the decision that could invalidate the holiday.

Who to book with

Brokerages, specialists, booking directly and using several brokers.

2 pages

Should you use an international brokerage, a specialist broker or book directly?Select the engagement model before selecting the brand.Is one broker better than several brokers?Our recommended default is one accountable lead broker, with a clearly scoped second opinion where needed.

Yacht and group

Size, family suitability and splitting a group.

3 pages

Is a 40-metre or 50-metre yacht better for ten guests?Neither length is automatically better.How should you compare family suitability rather than brochure amenities?Translate each amenity into a task the guest needs to perform.Should a larger group book one yacht or two in tandem?Compare permitted passenger arrangements before comparing bedroom counts.

Price and total cost

Pricing structures and comparing cost without double-counting.

2 pages

Is plus-expenses charter better than an inclusive price?Plus-expenses terms suit buyers who want spending flexibility and can tolerate reconciliation.How do you compare total superyacht charter cost without double-counting APA?Prepare three separate outputs: expected final spend, a higher-spend scenario and the payment calendar.

Destination and route

Regions and how ambitious the itinerary should be.

2 pages

Should US families choose the Mediterranean, Caribbean or Bahamas?Choose the holiday window and intended style first, then test the specific cruising area.Is a compact itinerary better than an ambitious multi-stop route?For a fixed-length family holiday, compare usable holiday time as carefully as money.

Contract, insurance and payment

Agreements, cancellation cover and fraud controls.

3 pages

How should you compare MYBA, inclusive and bespoke charter agreements?Compare the actual edition, completed particulars and amendments—not just the contract logo.Is cancellation insurance a substitute for better contract terms?No.How should you compare payment arrangements and fraud controls?Compare the path of the money as well as the payment dates.

Putting it together

The comparison spreadsheet and the pre-deposit checklist.

2 pages

What should a family-office yacht charter comparison spreadsheet contain?Keep suitability, evidence and money separate.What should be completed before the deposit is released?Use a final approval checklist, not a final brochure review.