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Questions on Sailing Holidays you often Ask
Exclusive Crewed Yacht Charters in SE Asia "Is it safe to travel in Asia?" At the time of writing, although there may be travel advisories issued by various governments they normally relate to major resorts and do not apply to small and remote islands. We are not aware of any current political or religious disturbances in the area which would cause a problem. No where is 100% safe anymore but the main targets are always going to be places with a high density of people. As we specialise in finding quiet and remote places we tend to spend most of our time well out of the way of any potential trouble spots. Some parts of southern Thailand close to the border with Malaysia should be avoided. You should of course take the same precautions against theft etc that you would take at home or anywhere else. I have no hesitation in recommending the area as a holiday destination but do check when booking. "What is the weather like?" The normal weather between November and April (the dry season) is perfect for Yachting with clear skies, calm sea conditions and light to moderate breezes. From April (the rainy season starts) to July the wind can be more fickle, more cloudy, and there are often rain squalls sometimes with wind. From August to October the rain gets more frequent and can sometimes last or several days. "What will I have to do on board?" The RYA courses obviously require active involvement. If you are cruising or chartering you are free to choose your own level of participation although we encourage our guests to take part and enjoy the thrills of sailing. If you want to do an ocean passage we would expect you to participate in the sailing and watch system. If you just want to relax and have a holiday that will be fine - please let us know when booking. "What sort of food is served? " We pride ourselves on preparing good healthy, appetising food. We buy the freshest food available where ever possible getting it locally from markets. Generally the menu is a fairly hearty and a mix of international and local cuisine. We can cater for vegetarians and food allergies, but please let us know well in advance with information on what you normally eat/drink and don’t eat/drink. We would particularly like to know what you like for breakfast and whether you have any preferences for teas, coffee, soft drinks or alcoholic refreshment. We serve alcoholic drinks and sodas at an extra charge. please let us know in advance what you would like to drink onboard. "What sort of people will I meet on board?" We have guests from all over the world. Usually they are open minded people interested in learning about sailing, the places and people they visit - most yachties are easy-going, friendly people. "How do I know that the yacht is safe?" Meniscus has been surveyed on behalf of the RYA - Royal Yachting Association and is registered as a commercial vessel with the Marine Safety Agency for unlimited offshore passage making. She is also recognised as an RYA Sail Training Vessel and carries all the required safety equipment on board as well as complying with stringent stability and safety requirements. Meniscus has also been fitted with sophisticated electronic systems to help improve safety. Click here for specific details about safety equipment. "What do I need to bring with me?" Here are a few things you might want to bring:-
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"Do I need to Worry about Malaria?" Malaria is not normally a problem in Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Mergui, Andaman. Please request more information if booking for destinations in Borneo or Indonesia. Exclusive Boat Charters, and Holidays Sailing in SE Asia |
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