After being cooped up at home for over a year, it’s no surprise that a lot of us are excited to wave lockdown goodbye. If you’re looking for a nice getaway to celebrate the end of solitary confinement, a bubble charter with friends and family is a beautiful idea. With summer just around the corner, yacht holidays Mediterranean are the perfect way to see new sights and soak up the sun while still being cautious.

Here are some tips to make your chartered holiday fun and memorable.

Settle on a date

While it’s early, decide on when you would like to go on vacation. Set a buffer time if you need to make arrangements for some time off work, wait until the end of school term, and synchronize your available dates with your companions. Planning a bubble charter in advance also lets friends and family discuss what they hope to do on holiday, so you can choose the weather and location that’s right for you.

Make an early reservation

Yacht holidays Mediterranean are pretty popular in the summer months, so better call and reserve your holiday in advance. This way, you can choose the perfect yacht that will be your home away from home while you’re at sea.

Confirm the passenger list in advance

To avoid any snags in your holiday plans, make sure you confirm the passenger list well in advance. Finalize the head count for your bubble charter so you can reserve a yacht with enough room for everyone. Ensure your yacht won’t go over the load limit to ensure everyone’s safety onboard and adhere to maritime regulations for pleasure vessels.

Opt for a crewed yacht

Not everyone is an experienced sailor. If you truly want to relax on your next holiday, charter a crewed yacht that will do all of the work for you. You can enjoy the waves while the crew prepares your meals and plots your next destination.

Discuss your itinerary with the captain

Chances are, the captain of your yacht has more knowledge than you on which spots are the best places to visit at any given time of the year. Talk to your captain about your expectations and what you wish to see during your trip, whether it’s visiting old temples, partying at night or enjoying quiet, calm waters.

Pack wisely

Resist the urge to pack everything from home just in case you might need it. The great thing about yacht holidays Mediterranean is that your yacht is fully kitted with all the amenities that you could possibly want—a full kitchen, shower and bath, gym—even a movie theater. There is no need to pack toys for the kids because it will all be in the boat and fishing and diving equipment. If that’s inevitable, only bring their most favorite. Another brilliant feature that yachts have is access for disabled passengers.

Have the proper license

Yacht holidays Mediterranean are also popular with people who want to sail by themselves. However, make sure you have the appropriate license before you go on holiday. Go online and check for any updates on the specific countries you’re visiting in case changes to regulations have been made.