General Booking Terms

*These General Terms & Conditions 2026 (hereinafter: the “Terms”) were issued on 10 July 2025 and replace all previously published terms.

The applicable Price List 2026 is published in a separate document*

1. PURPOSE

These Terms govern the conditions under which DALI YACHTING IKE (hereinafter: the “Company”), as owner or manager of Yachts, provides services to clients booking and using the Yachts (hereinafter: the “Charterer”).

By signing the Charter Party and/or paying the agreed amounts, the Charterer confirms that he/she has read, understood, and accepted these Terms in their entirety.

2. BOOKING TERMS

2.1 Scope

All bookings are subject to:

(a) these Terms,

(b) any special booking conditions set out in the Company’s offer statement, and

(c) the Charter Party Terms, which form an integral part of the Agreement.

2.2 Acknowledgement by Charterer and Broker(s)

By requesting to proceed with a booking, the Charterer and any Broker(s) involved acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agreed to all applicable booking and charter terms and conditions. By taking delivery of the Yacht, the Charterer confirms that they have read, understood, and agreed to all Charter Party Terms without modification and assume full responsibility thereunder, even if the Charterer has not personally signed the Charter Party.

2.3 Offers

All offers issued by the Company are valid only until the option expiration date stated therein, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

3. BOOKING POLICY

3.1 Formation of Booking

From the Charterer’s side, a booking intention is confirmed once the advance payment has been made by the Charterer. From the Company’s side, a booking is confirmed once a Booking Confirmation has been issued to the Charterer or the Agency, and the full amount of the advance payment has been received in the Company’s bank account within the time limit stated in the Booking Confirmation document.

3.2 Acknowledgement of Terms

By requesting the Company to issue a Booking Confirmation, both the Charterer and any Agent/Broker acknowledge that they have read and agreed to the Charter Contract Terms & Conditions as well as these General Terms & Conditions.

3.3 Options

Options may be placed upon request and remain valid for four (4) days.

Last-minute options may be placed upon request and remain valid for one (1) or two (2) days, as specified by the Company.

3.4 Validity of Bookings

A booking shall be deemed valid only when an official Booking Confirmation has been issued by the Company (via email from SAGA4SAILING@GMAIL.COM) and the first payment has been received in the Company’s bank account within the prescribed deadline.

4. PAYMENT POLICY

4.1 Payment Schedule

After the Yacht charter reservation has been agreed — which shall be effective in writing only — the payment shall be made according to the following calculation:

Advance Payment: 50% of the total charter price, payable at the time of booking via bank transfer or online credit/debit card payment.

Balance Payment: The remaining 50% of the charter price, payable no later than 30 days prior to the Yacht charter, via bank transfer or online credit/debit card payment.

4.2 Payment Instructions

All payments must be made strictly according to the instructions provided in the Booking Confirmation sent to the Charterer or the Agency. The Yacht may only be delivered after full payment of the charter price and all contracted extras. If either the advance or balance payment has not been received by the stated deadlines, the Company shall be entitled, without prior notice, to cancel the booking and retain any payments received.

4.3 Last Minute Bookings

For last-minute bookings, the full charter price must be paid upon Booking Confirmation, and payment must be received no later than the day before embarkation.

4.4 Currency & Fees

· All payments shall be made in Euro (EUR).

· All amounts must be received net of any bank charges or credit card fees.

4.5 Payment for Extras

All additional services and extras (e.g., cleaning fee, charter pack, crew arrangements, optional equipment & services) are provided by independent suppliers and are payable directly by the Charterer in cash at the base, unless otherwise agreed in writing.

5. CANCELLATION POLICY

5.1 Charterer-Initiated Cancellation

Should the Charterer cancel the booked Yacht for any reason, the Charterer must inform the Company without delay via email. Cancellation fees shall apply as follows:

· More than 30 days before embarkation: 50% of the total charter price.

· Less than 30 days before embarkation: 100% of the total charter price.

· No show: 100% of all amounts due, including charter price, mandatory/optional extras, and crew services.

· Early Abandonment (leaving prior to the contracted check-out time): 100% of all amounts due, including charter price, mandatory/optional extras, and crew services.

· Cancellation of Crew Services: 50% of the total service fee if cancelled 1 to 30 days prior to embarkation.

In any case where the Yacht is successfully re-let under the same conditions (i.e., charter period, price, etc.), any payments received will be credited toward a future charter, which must commence no later than October 20th of the following year.

5.2 Non-Payment

If payments are not processed by the due dates, the Company reserves the right, without any liability, to cancel the booking and charter the Yacht to a third party without prior notice.

5.3 Company-Initiated Cancellation

In the event the Company must cancel the booking due to force majeure or other reasons:

· Force Majeure: Including, but not limited to, Yacht disablement, actual or constructive total loss prior to charter commencement. In such cases, all amounts collected shall be reimbursed immediately, without interest. The Company may attempt to provide a substitution Yacht, but neither the Company, Owner, nor any Broker is liable to ensure availability or compensate for consequential damages (e.g., travel or accommodation costs).

· Other Reasons: The Company may either:

1. Offer a substitution Yacht of similar size, type, age, and equipment, if possible or

2. Refund all amounts received from the Charterer for the charter of the Yacht.

5.4 COVID-19 Policy

No specific COVID-19 cancellation policy is offered.

5.5 Clarification

For the avoidance of doubt:

A Yacht charter is a stand-alone sea service; it is neither a travel package nor a linked-travel arrangement. The Company is under no obligation to provide a replacement Yacht or to compensate the Charterer for any consequential damages caused by cancellation, disablement, or loss of the Yacht.

6. YACHT CHARTER PRICE

6.1 Currency and VAT

· All Yacht charter prices are quoted in Euro (EUR) and include the current VAT of 24%.

· Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

· Items marked (*) are provided by independent suppliers, are non-commissionable, and payable directly by the Charterer in cash at the base prior to embarkation, or in advance via bank transfer.

6.2 Pricing Accuracy

In the event of an administrative error leading to an incorrect published price, the Company reserves the right to correct the error.

6.3 Charter Rates Include

Charter rates cover:

· Use of the Yacht, equipped according to the current inventory list.

· Standard charter base services at the time of delivery (check-in/check-out).

· Mooring fees for the first and last night at the charter base in Vlicho Bay, Nydri, Lefkas.

· Clean linens: one set of bed sheets per cabin and one set of bath towels per person.

Note: Outboard motors are not included by default.

6.3 Charter Rates Do Not Include

The following are not included in the charter price:

· Food and beverages, Skipper/Hostess services, fuel and water consumption.

· Berthing fees at other marinas, canal fees, provisioning, or transfer services.

· Any other additional services unless explicitly stated in the Yacht’s equipment list.

· Travel insurance, personal accident insurance, Skipper liability insurance, or insurance for personal belongings.

· Optional equipment or services such as water toys.

6.5 Alternative Base

If the charter starts and/or ends at an alternative base (any base other than Vlicho Bay, Nydri, Lefkas, the homeport of the Yacht):

· The Charterer acknowledges that berthing fees at the alternative base are not included in the charter price.

· The Charterer is responsible for paying all corresponding berthing fees, plus any applicable one-way or base change fees as per the Company’s current Price List.

7. ADDITIONAL SERVICES & EXTRAS

7.1 General

Additional services and extra equipment (hereinafter: “Extras”) are available according to the current Price List (e.g., transfers, Skipper, Wi-Fi, SUP, etc.) and must be requested by the Charterer prior to Booking Confirmation.

· The Company will make reasonable efforts to provide newly requested Extras after Booking Confirmation.

· The Company will inform the Charterer whether the requested Extras can be added to the booking.

· The Company is not obliged to provide additional Extras if they cannot be arranged.

· All Extras must be confirmed in writing by both parties no later than 10 days prior to the charter start date.

7.2 Payment of Extras

Obligatory and optional Extras are payable in cash at the base prior to embarkation.

If a credit card is used, any applicable fees are the responsibility of the cardholder.

7.3 Pets

No pets are permitted on board unless prior written consent is obtained from the Company.

7.4 Crew Changes

If there is a crew change during the charter (Skipper remains the same), an extra fee of €100 applies per crew change, covering paperwork preparation, new bed linens, and towels. End cleaning costs for crew changes are as per the Company’s Price List.

7.5 Obligatory Extras

The Standard Charter Pack is a mandatory Extra and must be paid in cash at the base prior to embarkation.

8. SECURITY DEPOSIT

8.1 Requirement

For all bareboat and skippered charters, a Security Deposit is required to cover potential damage or loss to the Yacht and its equipment.

· The amount ranges between €2,500 and €3,500, depending on the Yacht.

· The Security Deposit must be paid at the base prior to embarkation, either by POS credit card or cash, unless otherwise agreed by the Company.

8.2 Refund and Retention

· At the end of the charter, the Security Deposit will be refunded without interest if no liability, damage, or loss has occurred.

· If used to cover liability, damage, or loss caused by the Charterer or their crew, any remaining deposit will be refunded after repair costs or liability have been ascertained.

· In case of a dispute over liability, the Company may retain the relevant portion of the Security Deposit until resolution.

· Retention of the Security Deposit does not limit the Company’s right to claim additional damages exceeding the deposit, especially in cases of illegal acts, gross negligence, or actions excluded from the Yacht’s insurance coverage.

8.3 Use of Deposit for Damage or Breach

· Larger damage or breach: Full deposit may be retained.

· Smaller damage or breach: Deposit will cover repair costs plus €100 handling fees; the remainder will be returned.

· If the Yacht cannot be delivered to the next charter due to damages, the full deposit will be retained.

· Gross negligence or prohibited activities (e.g., sailing under influence, single-handed sailing, sailing outside approved areas, regattas without written approval) will make the Charterer liable for costs beyond the Security Deposit, including lost charter income and repair expenses.

8.4 Lost Equipment

For lost items such as dinghies or outboard engines, the Charterer is liable for full replacement cost of the item bought new, payable before the end of the charter period.

8.5 Multiple Incidents

· The Security Deposit applies per incident (damage/loss).

· To cover a subsequent incident, the Charterer must replenish the deposit to the original amount.

· Failure to do so may result in the Company treating the charter as breached and terminating the agreement.

8.6 Cash Restrictions

The Company reserves the right not to accept cash for the Security Deposit (e.g., for one-way charters).

9. RISK OF YACHT USE & INSURANCE

9.1 Acceptance of Risk

The Charterer fully accepts all risks connected with the use of the Yacht, including potential damages or injuries to the Charterer and/or crew members.

· The Charterer assumes sole responsibility for the Yacht’s use.

· The Charterer waives all claims against the Company for accidents, injuries, or damage to personal belongings during or after the charter.

9.2 Yacht Insurance

All Yachts are insured in compliance with Port State regulations against accidental damage, including damage to third parties.

· Insurance covers: Hull, Machinery, Equipment, and Third-Party Liability.

· Insurance does not cover: sails, dinghy, outboard engines, theft or loss of personal belongings, and accidents affecting charterers.

9.3 Limitations of Insurance

The insurance may not cover events caused by:

· Willful misuse

· Gross negligence

· Fraudulent behavior

· Illegal activity

· Breach of charter terms (including non-payment of repairs, fuel, or berth dues)

Insurance includes a deductible per insurable event, which the Charterer must bear as part of the Security Deposit.

9.4 Exclusions

No additional insurance is included beyond the Yacht insurance described above.

The charter does not include:

· Skipper Liability Insurance

· Travel Insurance

· Personal Accident Insurance

· Trip Cancellation or Trip Curtailment Insurance

· Any other insurance not clearly mentioned

9.5 Recommendations

All persons embarking on the Yacht are strongly advised to obtain adequate and valid travel insurance. Skippers are strongly advised to obtain Skipper Liability Insurance.

10. CHANGES IN BOOKING

DALI YACHTING IKE reserves the right to without prior notice make changes by assigning any booking to another Yacht, at any time prior to charter start date, on condition that such Yacht shall be of equivalent or better type, model, age, equipment and specifications.

10.1 Company’s Right to Make Changes

The Company reserves the right to make changes to any booking without prior notice, by assigning the Charterer to another Yacht, at any time prior to the charter start date. The substitute Yacht will be of equivalent or better type, model, age, equipment, and specifications.

10.2 Conditions

Any substitution will be communicated to the Charterer in writing and all rights, obligations, and terms of the original Charter Party shall apply to the substitute Yacht.

10.3 Charterer Acceptance

By accepting a substitute Yacht, the Charterer acknowledges that all provisions of the original Charter Party and these Terms continue to apply. No additional claims for compensation can be made solely on the basis of the substitution, provided the replacement Yacht meets the above equivalence criteria.

11. DOCUMENTATION & FORMALITIES

11.1 Official Documentation

Only documents issued by the Company (e.g., offers, forms, contracts, checklists) are considered official proof of charter conditions.

Guest comments on unofficial forms are considered testimony only and do not modify the charter terms. The Company reserves the right to disregard any documentation not issued by the Company.

11.2 Required Information

All persons embarking the Yacht must provide, in compliance with local regulations, the following information for submission to governmental authorities:

Full name (as in passport or travel document)

Gender

Date of birth

Type of travel document

Document number, country of issue, and expiry date

Country & Address of residence

Mobile number

11.3 Charter Party & Greek Charter Party

Upon booking, the Charterer receives the Offer / Booking Confirmation or Charter Party to sign.

Due to Greek legal requirements, the Charterer must also execute a Greek Charter Party with the local Port Authority before taking possession of the Yacht. The Greek Charter Party is in both Greek and English, and its terms must match the Booking Confirmation Terms. In case of conflict, the Booking Confirmation Terms prevails.

11.4 Company Authorization

By confirming a booking in Greece, the Charterer and any Broker(s) authorize SAIL2DAY – Christiana Fass to sign and execute the Greek Charter Party on their behalf to facilitate timely delivery of the Yacht. The Charterer agrees to sign the Greek Charter Party upon arrival at the charter base.

12. CREW LIST / CHARTERERS DOCUMENTS & ARRIVAL DETAILS

12.1 Crew List Submission

The Charterer must submit a correctly filled Crew List no later than 20 days before the first day of the charter. The Charterer is the main contracting party and responsible for all guests on board.

12.2 Arrival Details

The Charterer is strongly recommended to provide estimated arrival time at least 20 days prior to charter to ensure smooth check-in.

If the Charterer has booked a transfer service (e.g., from the airport), detailed arrival and departure information must be provided at least 20 days in advance.

12.3 Responsibility for Accuracy

The Charterer is responsible for the accuracy of the Crew List and the validity of all passports, visas, licenses, and other identification documents. The sailing license is a legally important document, and the Charterer/Skipper is fully responsible for its accuracy and authenticity.

12.4 Consequences of Missing Information

Failure to provide required information in due time relieves the Company of responsibility for any delays on the first day of the charter.

13. CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT

13.1 Embarkation & Disembarkation Times

· Embarkation: Starting date from 17:00 – 18:00

· Disembarkation: Ending date by 09:00

· Obligatory return: Yacht must be back at the base the evening before the end of charter by 17:00 (May to September) & 16:00 (October to April)

· Check-in/out procedures are considered part of the charter period.

· Postponed check-in procedures are subject to a surcharge.

13.2 Documentation at Handover

On taking over the Yacht, the Charterer must provide:

· Verified voucher with all Charterer data and charter appointment

· Insight into the original Skipper’s license

· Identification documents (e.g., passports) of all guests for re-checking the Crew List

13.3 Inventory & Condition Check

· The Charterer shall examine the inventory list with the Company’s representative and confirm the Yacht’s condition.

· Any complaints after confirmation are not accepted.

· Concealed faults or missing equipment unknown to the Company at handover do not entitle the Charterer to a price reduction.

· Previous charter damages that do not affect navigation cannot justify refusal of charter or price reduction.

· Complaints about pests (bugs, mice, cockroaches) will be assisted but are not compensable if the Yacht was delivered checked and free of such issues.

· All issues must be reported immediately during the charter; complaints after the charter will be disregarded.

13.4 Fuel & Water

The Yacht must be delivered and returned with full f uel and water tanks.

13.5 Skipper Skill Verification

The Company may require the Charterer or Skipper to demonstrate navigation skills in the presence of a Company representative. Any time required for the demonstration of navigation and handling skills, or for verification of the Charterer’s or Skipper’s competence by a Company representative, shall count as part of the agreed charter period. The Charterer acknowledges that no extension or compensation will be granted for time spent on such demonstrations.

If the Charterer/Skipper is deemed not skilled enough, the Company may hire a professional Skipper at the Charterer’s expense.

Refusal of the assigned Skipper prohibits sail out, and the charter is terminated without reimbursement.

13.6 Damages & Penalties

The Charterer is liable for damages as described in the Security Deposit section.

· If returned in good condition with full fuel/water, the full deposit is refunded.

· Taking the Yacht to an unauthorized port incurs costs for Yacht transport and remuneration for the next charter, plus a €300 penalty.

· Late return: Every delay longer than 3 hours incurs a double daily charter price, plus costs due to inability to deliver the Yacht to the next Charterer.

· Weather conditions do not justify late return; the Yacht must be within 40 NM of the base 48 hours before charter end.

· Charter extension requests must be immediately communicated; if approved and paid, the Company will arrange all necessary paperwork.

13.7 Underwater Inspection

Yachts are checked thoroughly underwater by a diver during the check-out procedure of each charter.

14. SUPPORT

14.1 24/7 Assistance

DALI YACHTING IKE provides a 24/7 support line for charter clients during their holiday. Charterers requiring assistance must inform the local base manager without undue delay.

14.2 Cooperation Requirement

The Charterer must cooperate in resolving any issues that occur. DALI YACHTING IKE will strive to resolve technical issues within 12 working hours, where feasible. In remote locations or outside Lefkada ports, response times will be longer.

14.3 Non-Compliance Consequences

If the Charterer fails to respond to communications or follow Base Manager instructions, they forfeit any right to complaint. Instructions may include returning the Yacht to base or to a specific port for technical resolution. Failure to comply makes the Charterer liable for further damages or losses incurred.

14.4 Underwater & Technical Assistance

The Charterer acknowledges that unforeseen situations (e.g., anchor entrapment, propeller entanglement, underwater obstructions) may require a professional diver.

the incident is proven to result from equipment failure not attributable to Charterer misuse or negligence.

15. REQUIREMENTS TO BOOK A DALI YACHTING IKE YACHTS CHARTERING SERVICE

15.1 Minimum Requirements for Bareboat Charters in Greece

· At least one certified sailing Yacht skipper and one experienced crew member, both over 18 years old, must be on board.

· Licensing requirements apply for offshore, open sea sailing (>12 NM) during day & night.

· All certifications must be in English.

15.2 Skipper Competence

The skipper must be able to:

· Handle a Yacht in confined areas

· Anchor, berth, and moor in varying conditions

· Use navigation and pilotage skills to ensure the safety of the Yacht, crew, and passengers at all times

15.3 Accepted Certifications

ICC SAIL (International Certificate of Competence) – coastal waters and beyond (Motor & Inland ICC not accepted)

ISSA Inshore Skipper Sail and beyond

RYA Coastal Skipper and beyond

IPC (International Proficiency Certificate), USA

US Sailing Bareboat Cruising Course, ASA 104

Germany: Sportbootführerschein See or beyond

Belgium: Algemeen Stuurbrevet / Brevet de conduite général

Italy: Italian certificates not accepted; Italian citizens must hold ICC issued from ISSA or RYA

Qualifications are subject to approval by the local Port Authority on the day of departure. The Charterer is fully responsible for ensuring their qualifications are valid and suitable.

15.4 Limitations & Rejections

Certificates may be rejected by Port Authorities for reasons such as:

· Daylight-only sailing

· Inland/coastal waters (<12 NM from shore)

· Specific geographic region restrictions (e.g., Adriatic Sea)

· Power boat/motor Yacht limitation

· LOA/GT limitations below the chartered Yacht

15.5 Co-Skipper Requirements

· Must hold “Competent Crew” level or equivalent certification from a recognized sailing association.

· Co-skippers without certification may submit a declaration of sailing experience.

· For skippered charters, one Charterer must act as Co-skipper.

15.6 Company Rights Regarding Licenses

DALI YACHTING IKE may decline licenses not recognized by Greek Port Authorities (e.g., Croatian CATEGORY B, inland/motor ICC).

If the Charterer’s license is rejected, the Company may:

· Require hiring a professional Skipper at the Charterer’s expense

· Terminate the agreement and retain all amounts paid by the Charterer

15.7 Submission of Skipper License

· At least one sailing license must be sent with booking confirmation.

· License must be in English or translated appropriately.

· Day skipper licenses or licenses with limitations are not accepted.

· Skipper must always carry an updated authorized crew list and the original certificate onboard for Port Authority inspection.

15.8 Skippered / Bareboat Option

Skippered/Crewing Option: No licensing required for charter clients.

A professional Skipper may be hired for:

· Complete charter period or partial charter period for relaxation or local knowledge

· Skipper fee must be agreed in writing and paid in cash upon embarkation.

· Skipper must have own cabin and toilet facilities, and the Charterer must provide meals.

· Dinghy operation under influence of alcohol or drugs is prohibited.

16. OTHER OBLIGATIONS OF THE CHARTERER

16.1 Nautical & Navigational Responsibilities

· Be nautically and navigationally skilled for the Yacht charter; otherwise, accept a Skipper according to the Company’s Price List.

· Hold all required licenses for operating the Yacht in case of a bareboat charter.

· Not leave the Yacht unattended or to a third party at any time.

· Not transport persons or goods for commercial purposes or engage in any other commercial use of the Yacht.

· Maintain the exact number of persons stated on the Crew List onboard.

· Keep the Crew List and certificates onboard with the ship documentation throughout the charter.

· Skipper must not anchor in water deeper than 15 meters.

16.2 Legal & Safety Compliance

· Promptly inform the Company of any changes in crew members or passengers.

· Fully respect legal regulations of the host country.

· Not participate in competitions or regattas without written consent from the Company.

· Adhere to mandatory control intervals during cruising.

· Take all safety precautions to keep the Yacht in good condition and avoid damage or towing.

· Not leave port if forecasted wind exceeds 25 knots or if port authorities prohibit departure.

· Avoid unnecessary strain on masts, sails, and ropes and respect weather conditions.

· Plan navigation so that two days before arrival, the Yacht is approximately 40 NM from the check-out base.

· Not navigate the Yacht at night (30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes after sunrise).

· Not sail single-handed.

· Inform the charter base manager of the Yacht’s exact location during severe weather conditions.

· Not operate the Yacht under alcohol or illegal drugs, and no illegal drugs are allowed onboard.

16.3 Conduct & Environmental Responsibilities

· Avoid excessive noise in marinas, harbours, or other mooring locations.

· Not anchor or approach unauthorized locations.

· Respect privacy and night-rest rights of neighbouring vessels and houses.

· Not embark pets without prior written consent.

· Avoid overnight stays or navigation in the west part of Corfu, Paxos, Antipaxos, Lefkada, Kefalonia, Zante without prior approval.

16.4 Liability

The Charterer assumes joint responsibility for all guests onboard.

Breaches of any obligations allow the Company to:

· Deduct between €100 and the full Security Deposit depending on the severity of the breach.

· Claim indemnity for full incurred damage beyond the Security Deposit if applicable.

17. BROKERS

Charter prices include Agent’s commission applicable on the charter fee net of VAT (i.e. on the amount of final charter price after VAT has been deducted). Optional & compulsory extras and additional services are non-commissionable. Broker’s commission shall be deemed to have been earned when the charter is fully executed, and charterer is not eligible for a refund. Broker’s commission shall be retained on a pro rata basis, when charterer is eligible for a refund as per SAIL2DAY terms. In any event of charter cancellation or curtailment, broker’s commission shall automatically be adjusted on a pro rata basis. Agent Commission Invoice to be issued to Yacht Owner company (details to be provided) – 30 days prior to charter. Bookings accepted from EU-based businesses subject to having mandatory VIES registered VAT number. Commission invoices must be delivered to SAIL2DAY within 7 days from issuance date; invoices received past due will have to be cancelled and re-issued by issuing Agent. SAIL2DAY reserves the right to, without liability, at any time cancel a booking because Agent has not provided their commission invoice in a timely and compliant manner.

18. PRIVACY / GDPR

The Charterer acknowledges that the location and operational data of the Yacht may be recorded and transmitted electronically to the Company, base, or insurer for safety, operational, and insurance purposes. The processing of such data is fully compliant with GDPR (EU 2016/679) and the Company’s Privacy Policy. The use of this data does not release the Charterer from any obligations under these Terms.

SKIPPER / HOSTESS HIRE AGREEMENT

1. All Parties acknowledge to have read and understood the terms and conditions of the Charter Party for chartering the yacht and shall make sure to comply with those terms and conditions and with all applicable Law. Delivery and re-delivery of the yacht shall be performed by Skipper who is hereby duly authorized by Charterer to perform all procedures and sign all documents on his behalf. Yacht to be returned at disembarkation port before 17:00pm (April & October 16:00pm) the day prior to charter period end date.

2. The skipper will check in/out the yacht on behalf of the charterer, with the assistance of the yacht owner as needed. Both the charterer and the skipper have to sign the acceptance statement after the yacht’s delivery.

3. At a suitable moment, once the Charterer and his party have joined the yacht, the Skipper should deliver a short briefing, in which he explains the basic safety procedures and other issues of concern. These may include, but are not limited to, use of her yacht and equipment, general safety and security onboard, emergency equipment and procedures, the use of water sports equipment, smoking, drugs prohibition, children safety and supervision, proper conduct when in port. This should also include details of any local laws/ restrictions as necessary.

4. The Skipper is responsible for the navigation of the yacht, mooring, anchoring and manoeuvring and for keeping the deck and cockpit of the yacht in good, clean and fully functional condition, also for managing the refilling of water and fuel of the yacht and of the outboard engine and for processing port formalities, all on Charterer’s expense. Other tasks such as interior cleaning, cooking, etc. are not part of Skipper’s obligations. Charterer warrants that he or another member of his crew possesses required seamanship and competence in sailing for this trip and shall assist, when necessary, the Skipper with sailing / anchoring / berthing / mooring the yacht, by following the instructions and guidance given by the Skipper. As required by Maritime Law and the rules of good seamanship worldwide, Charterer shall ensure that himself and all passengers aboard will at all times comply with all safety instructions as announced by the Skipper.

5. Unless otherwise agreed, Skipper shall navigate the yacht for up to a maximum of 6 hours daily. The Skipper should never leave the yacht unattended and should stay alert during day and night to ensure the safety of all crew and material into account. Skipper shall never enter and leave ports under sail but exclusively motoring, however he shall use the sails of the yacht as much as possible unless the Charterer wishes to motor or wind conditions do not allow sailing at all. Sailing at night and with a weather forecasted of more 25 kts of wind is prohibited. The Skipper shall be available for service from 08:00 AM to 20:00 PM, with maximum transferring time to/from the boat to/from ashore with the tender at 24:00, unless otherwise agreed.

6. Skipper shall consult with Charterer for the desired sailing itinerary and will always make best effort to satisfy the Charterer’s leisure requirements but does not warrant feasibility of itinerary for all cruises and passages within the cruising area. Safety and comfort of all persons aboard shall be of primary concern and Skipper will at all times ascertain the nautical skills, physical condition and capability of all persons aboard together with the prevailing and forecasted sea and weather conditions so as to decide on itinerary and on whether to spend any night at anchor in bay or berthed at port. Skipper is however bound to provide Charterer with reasonable evidence and explanation of his decisions, then mutually agree on an alternative plan with Charterer.

7. Skipper and Hostess/Steward duties are not to be confused with those of a “guide” or local “host” but they should both respond to the best of their knowledge to any Charterer’s request for tourist information and share all knowledge they happen to have (such as interesting anchorages, sights and spots, museums, restaurants, nightlife, attractions, water sport centers etc.).

8. Charterer assumes full responsibility for all crew and materials into account, shall care for the yacht as his own and remain liable for damages that he or the rest of the passengers may cause to the yacht, her equipment or inventory, but Skipper shall be responsible for all damages caused while sailing, motoring, anchoring, mooring and manoeuvring the yacht on condition that such are attributed to his own acts or omissions either wilful or negligent.

9. Hostess / Steward shall do the daily shopping and prepare and serve each day breakfast and a light meal (lunch or dinner). Provisions shall be made, and meals will be prepared so as to meet the preferences declared by the Charterer in advance, to the extent permitted by local market availability of items, paying careful attention to all special nutritional needs and restrictions set by the Charterer (such as vegetarian restrictions, gluten tolerance, type of meat, wine picking, etc.). Hostess / Steward will assist skipper in all his duties under his instructions and shall take care of cleaning of communal areas of the yacht daily.

10. Children must always be under the supervision of an adult or nanny at all times of the charter party and neither Skipper nor Steward/Hostess are intended to provide children supervision or nanny services. Any additional services provided by the hostess should be agreed in advance.

11. All food and drinks are on Charterer’s expense, including food & drinks for Skipper and Hostess / Steward which are to be provided by Charterer, otherwise a fair amount of 30 Euros each per day, per person for this cause is required. Charterer shall provide the Skipper and Hostess/Steward with sleeping cabin and shower/toilet use to be designated to them onboard.

12. Skipper and Hostess/Steward will make best effort to provide Charterer and his party with privacy aboard and perform their professional duties with discretion and professionalism.

13. Skipper’s and Hostess/Steward’s fees will be delivered by Charterer, on spot, prior to embarkation, to Stakeholder’s charter base manager.

14. Charterer acknowledges that he has requested from SAIL2DAY to locally assist him in finding and hiring a skipper and/or hostess and that neither Brokers nor the Owner of the yacht have any liability or other responsibility arising from the performance of skipper and Hostess/Steward services or under any provisions of this agreement.

15. Skipper and Hostess/Steward acknowledge they are always responsible for the collection, withholding, remittance and payment of the applicable taxes due on the total amount of the service price to the relevant tax authorities and that that neither Brokers nor Owner of the yacht act as sellers of their services.

16. In case any discomfort arises between the Skipper and/or Hostess/Steward and the Charterer, both parties should seek to resolve it and communicate with the base manager. In the case that the substitution of the Skipper and/or Hostess/ Steward is decided by all parties, the Skipper is responsible for the safe delivery of the yacht to the base for replacement and the Charterer is responsible for the replacement costs, unless the Skipper was negligent in his duties.

17. The Skipper has full responsibility until the safe return of the yacht at the base and the check-out process.

18. Gratuity (tips) of the charter fee is customary and is given at the Charter’s discretion. Gratuity is usually given to the captain on the final day of the charter. You may specify description or ask the captain to distribute as per the yacht’s custom.