Planning Your Next Girls' Trip? Here's Why And How You Should Charter A Yacht
There is no better location than to reconnect with your closest girl group other than on board a luxury charter yacht. A floating boutique hotel, but with all the curated experiences and activities you could want at your fingertips, a yacht gives a friends group the perfect combination of luxury, freedom, and time together.
A girl's yacht charter gives you the chance to enjoy uninterrupted space and time together as a group, doing whatever it is that you love best. Here is how IYC's expert consultants can help you and your friends plan for your next vacation together on board a luxury yacht charter:
Choose A Destination That Works
A yacht gives you access to some of the world's most amazing vacation destinations, cruising the coastlines, island-hopping between, or hanging out in the most in-demand marina. Wherever you choose for your charter destination, it can be tailored to your group's needs, but some destinations naturally lend themselves to a girls' getaway.
For example, in the Mediterranean, the French Riviera is full of glamorous beach clubs, long rose lunches, luxury designer shopping, and sophisticated atmosphere. While the Balearic Islands mix boho spots with iconic nightlife, giving groups the flexibility to switch from laid-back to late-night easily. To add a dose of culture and history to an itinerary, Greece offers not only chic beach bars but also quaint whitewashed villages and historical sites ashore to explore.
Planning a girls' yacht charter in the Caribbean is also an excellent option. If your group is seeking crystal-clear waters and the ultimate relaxation, the Bahamas delivers, plus the archipelago has an array of beaches and resorts for luxury ashore. Another hotspot is St Barths, full of boutiques, beach clubs, an unmatched dining scene, and a buzzing superyacht atmosphere. Wherever you choose, IYC consultants can help shape a location that fits your travel dates, season, and the mood of the girls' trip you envision.
The Perfect Yacht For Girl Time
The ideal yacht for a girls' trip will depend on the type of trip and itinerary your group wants. With the largest charter yacht fleet, IYC will easily be able to mirror your group's vibe. But generally speaking, yachts with generous deck spaces for sunbathing and lounging while having alfresco meals are great for a group of girls. Plus, a selection of water toys and tenders thrown in for a dose of adventure and fun in between the laid-back socializing is a great addition.
A thoughtful cabin layout can also keep everyone in the group happy, offering privacy while providing flexible shared spaces. A contemporary and stylish interior is also important, setting the tone for both relaxed daytime and social evening events. Meanwhile, wellness features such as Jacuzzis, spa rooms, and onboard masseuses add the perfect touch to a girls' trip. If you know your group will want to party, choose yachts with entertainment systems, DJ setups, and pools with swim-up bars.
Design The Dream Itinerary
The days onboard can unfold exactly how you wish. Whether your girls' groups want to embrace the privacy and seclusion of remote anchorages, the crew can set up memorable beach picnics and barbecues ashore. Or back on board, each mealtime will be complemented with a beautiful tablescape. When it comes to menus, the onboard chef will create daily-changing menus tailored to your group, and themed dinners can also be arranged.
Privately guided trips can be arranged based on your interests, from sightseeing tours to luxury shopping trips that can break up the days under the sun. Watersport lovers can enjoy sea swims, snorkeling, paddleboarding, e-foiling, Jet skiing, wakeboarding, inflatable fun, and whatever else the yacht has on offer, while those wanting to sunbathe can do so on deck.
In the evenings, you can choose to either anchor in a quiet bay for a laid-back night, or even an at-anchor party, or ask your captain to berth in a marina where you can enjoy the livelier nightlife, restaurants, and bars just off the passerelle.
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A luxury yacht charter opens up endless opportunities for top-tier culinary experiences. Onboard, you will have experienced and professionally-trained chefs on hand to curate your dream menus, working with the freshest and top-quality ingredients.
The Thoughtful Extras
The smallest details are what each yacht charter group remembers most, and charter crews excel at delivering them. The yacht will consistently be outfitted with fresh flowers and decorations, providing those Instagrammable and photo-friendly backdrops throughout the week.
If your girls' group is celebrating something special, like a birthday, the chef and crew can plan a surprise-themed evening. For additional touches, the crew can also organize a range of specialists to come aboard and deliver even more experiences, from wellness-focused offerings to entertainment.
A girl's yacht charter trip can be a restorative vacation, a high-energy celebration, or a combination. Contact the IYC charter consultants today to start planning your next girls' yacht charter escape.