| 1st timers |
| Written by Tom Binns |
| Tuesday, 10 November 2009 09:18 |
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Vacations can become "times of your life" when you get aboard a boat. It can be a day to remember if it goes well. You will need to follow some simple rules to avoid problems. Here are a few basic tips to make your day trouble free.
Vacations can become "times of your life" when you get aboard a boat. It can be a day to remember if it goes well. You will need to follow some simple rules to avoid problems. Here are a few basic tips to make your day trouble free. If you have chartered a boat "bareboat" that means there's no crew on board. If you have not got the necessary paper work you will need to hire a fully qualified skipper. Often the charter company can organize this for you. If you've opted for a power boat then you will need to take into account that the fuel is normally charged as an extra on top of the charter fee. Take plenty of sun lotion the power of the sun is deceiving at sea and it's effects are not always noticed until you are back on dry land. The other side to that coin is that you can tan three times the speed at sea. If you are going to have a swim, it's a good idea to have a snorkel and goggles. Always check for jelly fish before leaping in...and sharks if applicable....they tend to be quite bitey. The safety warning are usually recited at the start of the trip and they are worth listening to. Children must wear life jackets at all times. Adults are normally only required to wear them if they can't swim or in bad weather. It's tradition to tip the skipper at the end of a trip or if you are lunching ashore it's often a good idea to invite the skipper along, he might have some great sea stories to share with you. That's all you need to know for now have fun and have a smashing day! |