If you're looking to book a superyacht vacation in the coming weeks and months, you may be wondering how COVID-19 will impact yacht charters. Luckily, a number of yacht Owners are now offering some flexibility for cancellations and postponements to give you peace of mind when you make a new booking during these times of uncertainty.
More yacht Owners are providing flexible policies for booking superyacht charters this summer in the light of the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.
The offers have been designed to allow charterers to make a booking now and have the option to cancel at a later date if necessary as a result of circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
Yacht charters are expected to be extremely popular in the weeks and months after self-isolation and lockdown measures are introduced.
More and more people are expected to choose a private yacht charter as it's the perfect travel solution for a social distancing vacation.
All the offers listed below are not the same, so be sure to speak to your charter broker for more information about individual terms and conditions which are added to the addendum on your charter contract.
Penalty-free charter cancellation *
Motor yacht 'Ramble on Rose' is offering penalty-free charter cancellation on all yacht charters booked before the end of May.
She is perfect for those looking to enjoy a social distancing vacation, as she will be chartering around the unexplored islands of Fiji and Tahiti. Expect white sand beaches, azure blue seas teeming with wildlife and lush green landscapes which are home to delicious produce like mangoes, pineapple and vanilla.
The superyacht underwent a comprehensive refit last year, so she is in pristine condition. On-board highlights include a sundeck jacuzzi, oversized beach club and owner's suite with private office. She also has an unbeatable toy locker and a vast amount of alfresco deck space.
Penalty-free cancellation up to 30 days before the start of the charter
You can now book superyacht KISMET and cancel your charter penalty-free up to 30 days before embarkation.
One of the most glamorous yachts on the water, KISMET is a celebrity charter favorite, and has a range of show-stopping features including video walls, a gold grand piano, multiple pools and a lavish 'champagne and caviar' theme that blends glossy blacks with shining golds.
She offers accommodation for up to 12 guests in seven cabins, and she is home to an impressive spa and wellness centre where you can easily relax, unwind and enjoy the finest spa treatments on the water.
Penalty-free charter cancellation *
The 75m (246') motor yacht CLOUDBREAK is allowing you to cancel your charter with penalty booked before the end of April.
As an explorer yacht, she is great for those looking to experience true autonomy at sea. She is perfect for explorers and adventurers looking to cruise in the lap of luxury, as she has no shortage of leisure and entertainment facilities for her guests to make use of. She features elegant ski chalet-inspired interiors and an indoor spa with dip pool and well-equipped gym. Her Owner's suite is particularly impressive, with fold-out sea terraces that allow the principal charterer to be connected to the outside world while indoors.
Cancellation without penalty *
Superyacht SIREN is allowing penalty-free cancellations on any new bookings, providing the cancellation is made by May 4.
SIREN is a popular charter yacht with a family-friendly layout and a great choice of alfresco areas. She boasts a large beach club and an outdoor cinema on the sundeck, as well as an indoor cinema suite on the bridge deck. A movie-lover's dream, she is great for snuggling up with loved ones and enjoying a film night at the end of the day.
Her owner's suite is a great use of space, with fold-down sea terraces where the principal charterer can sit out and soak up the surroundings with a morning coffee or evening aperitif. As a finishing touch, she also has a great toy chest, with accessories including sail boats, beach games, water-skis and Jet-Skis.
Free cancellation any time on or before May 31
Superyacht 'All In' is available for Bahamas yacht charters this summer, and she is giving you the option to cancel any time on or before May 31.
The yacht is primed for those for a social distancing yacht charter, as she has a huge selection of toys and a wonderful choice of amenities. These include a jacuzzi pool, exterior entertainmenet systems and inflatable jungle gym. She also boasts plenty of deck spaces, with a circular seating area on the foredeck, a large sundeck with wet bar, and a charming breakfast nook.
If you are interesting in finding out more, you can take a look at our Bahamas Social Distancing yacht charter itinerary.
Cancellation without penalty *
A highly popular charter yacht with glowing reviews from past guests, you can now book superyacht TITANIA with the flexibility to cancel your charter penalty-free before May 4.
The yacht is great for anyone in search of rest and relaxation, as she has an on-board massage room and beach club with sauna. There's also a large gym for those looking to keep fit while on charter, and one of her crew members is trained as a fitness instructor.
TITANIA is also primed for family fun, as she has an inflatable water park that promises endless fun while at anchor. Toys and water accessories are perfect for a social distancing yacht charter, and TITANIA has a huge locker which includes a Flyboard, scuba equipment, waterslide, waverunners, sail boats and Seabobs.
Free cancellation any time on or before May 31 *
Motor yacht 'Amarula Sun' is now giving you the chance to book and reserve the right to cancel penalty-free up until May 31.
The yacht is a prime platform for chartering around the blissful cruising grounds of the Bahamas. She has a huge swim platform that allows for easy access to the water, and a well-appointed sundeck with elevated jacuzzi and huge sunpad spread. She also has an inflatable water slide and climbing wall that will provide hours of fun for charter guests of all ages.
*Terms and conditions apply
To learn more about booking any of these yachts, please get in touch with your preferred yacht charter broker.
If you would like to view more yachts with cancellation and postponement policies, please head over to our Coronavirus and Yacht Charter Guide.
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