When to go? And where?

Understanding when and where to charter is key to maximizing bookings and providing top-tier advice to clients. Many clients only consider one region, like the Mediterranean, simply because they aren’t aware of other incredible seasonal destinations.

As a broker, your job is to educate them—offering dual-season options and encouraging year-round charters. This knowledge is also essential when managing yachts, ensuring that they operate efficiently across different seasons.

Peak Yachting Seasons by Destination

Mediterranean – May to October

✔ Destinations: France (Côte d'Azur), Italy (Amalfi Coast, Sardinia, Sicily), Greece, Croatia, Spain (Balearics, Ibiza)
✔ Best for: Island hopping, beach clubs, history & culture, fine dining, vibrant nightlife
✔ Key Events: Monaco Grand Prix (May), Cannes Film Festival (May), Cannes Yachting Festival (September)
✔ Alternative Tip: Clients who love the Med may enjoy Turkey’s Turquoise Coast or the Adriatic gems of Montenegro

Caribbean – December to April

✔ Destinations: St. Barts, Antigua, The Bahamas, British Virgin Islands, Grenadines
✔ Best for: Tropical beaches, water sports, diving, exclusive island getaways
✔ Key Events: St. Barts New Year’s Eve (December), Antigua Yacht Show (December), Caribbean 600 Race (February)
✔ Alternative Tip: If clients love the Caribbean, suggest Costa Rica or Panama for a different kind of tropical adventure

Indian Ocean & Asia – November to April

✔ Destinations: Maldives, Seychelles, Thailand, Raja Ampat, Indonesia, Vietnam
✔ Best for: Remote luxury escapes, diving, cultural immersion
✔ Alternative Tip: Phuket to Langkawi is a stunning route that many haven’t explored

South Pacific – May to September

✔ Destinations: Fiji, Tahiti, Bora Bora, French Polynesia, Great Barrier Reef
✔ Best for: Unspoiled paradise, overwater bungalows, sailing & diving
✔ Alternative Tip: Yachting in Papua New Guinea offers an untouched frontier experience

Northern Europe & Arctic Expeditions – June to September

✔ Destinations: Norway, Iceland, Svalbard, Greenland
✔ Best for: Glacier expeditions, polar wildlife, Northern Lights (shoulder seasons)
✔ Alternative Tip: Antarctica is best from November to February for clients looking for true exploration