Guide To Operating And Keeping A Yacht

Most of us are not fortunate enough to own our very own yacht, but those who are, undoubtedly, are able to afford it. The purchase price of the yacht is just the beginning as boats of all sizes need continual care. There are no strict guidelines as to when a boat becomes a yacht, but finely appointed craft over 30 feet can be considered yachts. Yachts come in all shapes and sizes, mono-hulls and catamarans, power and sail and can reach lengths of over 200 feet complete with helicopters and personal submarines.

A man-s yacht is his castle and most offer luxurious accommodations, have heating and cooling, make their own water and electricity and are appointed with exotic woods, marble counters and tubs, polished brass fittings and enough electrical gadgets to make James Bond proud. Every system on a yacht needs maintenance and on large and complex vessels the process is perpetual.

Depending on the size, yachts can be single handed, operated by families and the mega-yachts will have a captain and crew, a full time mechanic and a chef. Keeping and operating a yacht is a very large undertaking. It-s a tough job, but somebody has to do it.