Chartera Blog
Practical guides on chartering a yacht in the Mediterranean, costs, destinations, licences, routes. Written from real data and real sailing experience.
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Jun 27, 20268 min read
Gulet Charter Turkey: What to Expect on a Blue Cruise
A gulet is not a sailing charter, it is an affordable crewed holiday afloat. What it costs, what the price covers, the Blue Cruise routes, and who it suits.
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Jun 27, 20268 min read
Yacht Charter Greece vs Croatia: Which to Pick in 2026
Croatia is cheaper and easier, Greece has the Cyclades. A data-led comparison of price, wind, distance, and which country wins for your first charter.
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Jun 27, 20268 min read
Sailing Yacht Charter in Dubrovnik: Fleet, Routes, and 2026 Prices
Ninety-nine sailing yachts from Dubrovnik, from EUR600 to EUR8,500 a week. What they cost, which models to pick, the four best routes south, and when to book.
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May 28, 202612 min read
Yacht charter cost breakdown: what's actually included (and what isn't)
Charter listings show a base rate that rarely reflects total cost. This guide breaks down every cost category - from mandatory extras to APA - with two worked examples so you can budget accurately before booking.
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May 28, 202612 min read
Greek islands charter routes: 7-day, 10-day, 14-day itineraries
Seven days in the Saronic, ten in the Cyclades, or two weeks crossing from Corfu to Athens. Real distances, route logic, costs, and provisioning advice for Greek island charter sailing.
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May 28, 202612 min read
10 best charter bases in Croatia ranked by fleet size and amenities
Croatia has dozens of charter bases, but fleet size, airport proximity, and route quality separate the good from the great. We ranked the top 10 based on what actually matters when booking a boat.
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May 27, 202612 min read
Bavaria vs Beneteau vs Jeanneau: charter fleet comparison
Bavaria, Beneteau, and Jeanneau dominate the Mediterranean charter market. This guide covers the real differences in build quality, sailing feel, cabin layout, and weekly pricing to help you choose.
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May 26, 202612 min read
Catamaran vs monohull: which to charter in Croatia
Catamaran or monohull for your Croatia sailing holiday? This guide covers space, price, motion at sea, the Bora wind, marina access, and which boat type suits couples, families, and larger groups.
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May 18, 202614 min read
Chartera Yacht Charter Pricing Index 2026-Q2
The Q2 2026 Chartera Pricing Index covers 11,089 yachts across 12 countries. Median weekly rates range from EUR 1,629 in Ireland to EUR 16,055 for gulets, based on live MMK and NauSYS partner-feed data.
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May 18, 202612 min read
Best sailing yachts for first-time charter (2026)
Seven proven production yachts for first-time bareboat charters in 2026: Bavaria, Jeanneau, Beneteau, Hanse, Elan, and Dufour models compared by price, cabin layout, and who they suit best.
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Apr 23, 20268 min read
Catamaran Charter in Split: The 2026 Complete Guide
62 catamarans, 1,100+ weekly offers, median rates from €2,850 to €9,000 depending on the month. A data-driven guide to booking a Split catamaran in 2026.
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Apr 22, 20265 min read
ICC Licence Explained: What You Need to Charter a Yacht in Europe
The ICC is the de facto European charter licence, but there's no single global authority, acceptance varies by country, and several equivalents are valid. Here's what you actually need.
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Apr 22, 20265 min read
Catamaran vs Monohull: Which Is Right for Your Group?
Catamarans cost about 2× monohulls. That premium buys you stability, interior space, and shallow draft, but costs you sailing performance and marina options. Here's which one suits your group.
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Apr 22, 20266 min read
One-Week Itinerary: Split to Dubrovnik by Sail
The classic central-to-southern Dalmatia run. 120 nautical miles, 7 stops, each with a reason. Here's the honest version, not the marketing version.
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Apr 22, 20264 min read
Top 7 Marinas in Croatia for Starting Your Sailing Trip
Not all Croatian marinas are equal starting points. Here's an honest ranking based on fleet size, airport access, and which sailing grounds you can reach from each one.
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Apr 22, 20265 min read
Bareboat vs Skippered Charter: Which Should You Choose?
Bareboat means you're the captain, cheaper, but you need the papers and the skills. Skippered adds ~€1,200-1,500/week but removes every barrier. Here's how to decide.
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Apr 22, 20264 min read
Best Time to Sail the Adriatic: A Month-by-Month Guide
When to charter the Adriatic depends on what you prioritize: warm water, cheap rates, empty bays, or reliable wind. Here's a straight answer for each month.
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Apr 22, 20264 min read
How Much Does a Yacht Charter in Croatia Cost in 2026?
A data-driven breakdown of what a Croatia yacht charter actually costs this season, based on 3187 live listings, not marketing fluff.
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