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At Most Sailing, the check-in process is crucial to ensure a successful and enjoyable experience for the client. It involves a series of essential steps that must be completed before the charterer can set sail on our fleet. Our latest blog post explored our collaboration with Floatist and how we use their app to make this process smoother. 

In this blog, we cover the importance of having an in-depth check-in process. 

The charter experience 

We want to ensure the charter experience is seamless for our clients from the beginning until the end of their charter. Next to Floatist app, which we use during the actual check-in on the arrival date, we send detailed check-in videos to our clients before their arrival. This way, they can familiarise themselves with the boats they rented, and it also gets them in the holiday mood. 

What does a check-in process include? 

• Yacht Inspection: Firstly, the check-in process ensures the yacht in our fleet is delivered to the client in good condition. A detailed inspection provides a boat that is ready for chartering, with necessary repairs and maintenance carried out. 
• Inventory Check: The check-in process also confirms all appliances, equipment, and furnishings are on board. A thorough inventory inspection is extremely important for the safety, comfort and security of our clients during their holiday. 
• Orientation & Briefing: The process provides our clients with important information about the yacht and the charter experience. The video we send in advance provides all information they need to know before and during their sailing holiday. It covers the operation of all the equipment, electronics and security items, as well as safety procedures. The videos are available on our YouTube channel for anyone who sails with the same yacht models. 
• Regulations: The check-in process also ensures that all necessary permits and licenses are in order. We check that the charterer has all the required documentation to operate the yacht legally. We also make sure that the boat has all the correct paperwork and permits for the journey.

How do we make it easier?

We know that most clients are excited to arrive at a marina and want to sail off into the sunset immediately; they also don’t want to spend much time and effort going through an arduous check-in process. However, we also know that a check-in process is vital and can save problems along the way, so we create these check-in videos to send to our clients before their arrival.

These videos give our charterers a visual point of reference for operating the yacht. They act as an extensive and boat-specific instruction manual, showcasing individual elements of how the boat works and where to find things. It also highlights things to watch out for that are boat-specific. The videos are an excellent tool for our clients as they set them up perfectly before the charter, and they can refer back at any point during their journey. 

What do the videos cover?

• The navigational equipment and how to use it 
• All the boat systems, how to run them efficiently, and make your stay onboard as comfortable as possible (e.g. air conditioning) 
• The operation of the generator systems for power onboard 
• How to operate the sails, the boom, ropes, and winches 
• The galley systems, including the gas ventilation 
• Location of equipment such as the water and waste tank valves, bow thruster fuses, and gas tank 
• How to operate the toilet pump systems
• How to safely operate the anchor 
• And more

Here is an example video of check-in for one of our brand new boats, Santa Cruz, a 2023 Bavaria C45 style edition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m6pXSZ0SE9U

Happy Sailing! 

Our check-in process is so important in ensuring a successful and enjoyable charter experience for our clients. It is a thorough and professional process that builds trust, ensures compliance, and ultimately provides the correct information for a safe and fun charter ahead. 

If you are interested in any of our charters or how it works, do not hesitate to contact the team at Most Sailing. 

The yacht charter industry is slowly adopting more and more technology, and rightly so. We have been leveraging technology within our operations at Most Sailing to ensure that our clients’ charters start smoothly while creating efficiencies within our operations. We believe that we are providing the most convenient and efficient service to everyone. 

This is one of the reasons why we teamed up with Floatist last September. 

Before Floatist, we used to spend a lot of hours doing physical check-ins for each boat. Today, our clients can execute the check-in process on their own, which we complete by answering their questions. By freeing up our time, we are able to concentrate on our client relationships to ensure we offer the best service and recommend the best routes for their charter. We use Floatist for all check-ins and check-outs, agreeing on our terms and conditions and boat maintenance. 

How do we work with the Floatist App? 

We send a link to our guests’ smartphones on the day of arrival. They come onboard and start the check-in process on their own. The app follows the check-in workflow that we designed for each boat, including pictures and videos as appropriate. Once they finish their self-check-in, we answer any questions they may have. Then we jointly sign off the check-in as completed on the app. They can see/agree to our terms and conditions on the app as well. Once they come back from their charter, we open the app and walk through the check-out workflow together, controlling all matters in the boat. Once finished, we again jointly sign off to complete the official check-out. 

The Floatist App has simply increased our service quality to clients – we now have more time to build relationships with each client and ensure they get the best experience with Most Sailing. The app also allowed us to ensure we never miss a maintenance or cleaning schedule on any of the boats. All of our staff communicate through the app, and everyone knows the status of each boat at any moment in time. 

We can’t wait for a busy summer season ahead, and with Floatist, we know everything will be taken care of when it comes to the admin side so we can ensure our clients have the best time out on our fleet. Will we see you this summer? Get in touch if you are looking for a late-minute sailing charter this season. 

With the summer season fast approaching, we thought we would put together our favorite sailing destinations in Turkey. 

A sailing holiday is the ultimate way to experience the beautiful coastline of the country, there are so many wonderful anchorages and bays to explore with an array of on-the-water activities as well as adventures to be had on land. 

On top of amazing destinations, Turkey offers excellent gastronomic experiences, endless culture, untouched beaches and friendly hospitality throughout its regions. It is no surprise that people keep returning to us for their charters. 

Check out our top 3 destinations: 

1. Gocek Bays 

One of our favorite areas to sail in Turkey is around the Gocek Bays, and we have a perfect 7-night sample itinerary to explore them, beginning in Fethiye. You will be spoilt for choice with the sheltered anchorages, islands and protected coves to spend tranquil days on anchor in the calm waters. 

The area is unspoilt with dramatic, rugged mountains towering over the crystal clear waters. It isn’t named the Turquoise Coast for nothing! The sailing conditions around Gocek are perfect, with usually a dominant north-westerly trade wind in the late afternoon. 

There are plenty of highlights on this itinerary. From swimming and snorkelling in one of Gocek’s best bays – Kucuk Sarsala Bay, to hiking the pine forests and enjoying the impressive long bay of Gobun. For watersports in this area, you can sail to Boynuzbuku – the ideal place to play. Ancient and cultural heritage isn’t left out here either, you can take a visit Cleopatra’s Bath at Hammam Bay.

 

2. Kas to Kekova

Another one of our favourite destinations to sail in Turkey is an itinerary that explores the beautiful coastline from Kas to Kekova. 

Kas is a small historic and picturesque fishing village that is a hub for sailors and perfect for exploring. For a night in a marina, we recommend a berth in Setur Marina. There are so many great restaurants and bars to enjoy here for an evening. 

Within our 7-night sample itinerary, including Kas and Kekova, you have the option of cruising to Limanagzi Bay. This bay is perfect for swimming and snorkelling. The waters in this area are very calm. 

Kekova is an island just off the coast of Kas that is a protected area and home to various ancient ruins, including the submerged city. This ancient city was destroyed by an earthquake around 2,000 years ago, and its remains can be explored underwater. With plenty of secluded bays and beaches, there are lots of options for anchorages here. 

3. Hisaronu 

Our third favourite is an itinerary that includes sailing the Hisaronu Gulf. It is a truly beautiful sailing destination located between Datca and Fethiye. 

On our 7-night sample itinerary en route to Hisaronu, you can visit the ancient city of Bozukkale and explore the castle, enjoying the panoramic views of the Bozburun peninsula. Sailing these Gulf waters is an incredible experience, especially between the bays of Selimiye a Sailor’s Paradise; keep an eye out for the resident dolphins! 

Sogut Bay is also a popular spot for sailors on this itinerary, where there are some ruins to explore, and the Octopus Restaurant is well worth a visit. 

If you are tempted to sail in Turkey this summer, get in touch with us at Most Sailing. We would be more than happy to recommend some of our top sailing yachts for charter, and help curate the ideal itinerary for you. 

Happy sailing! 

The benefits of sailing for the younger generation 

The future of our oceans and, therefore, our sailing industry falls in the hands of the younger generation and is today being driven by their demands, so it is vital we invest and engage with them to continue the passion and protection for the amazing playground we run Most Sailing on. 

Sailing has been a pastime enjoyed for centuries by many, and for a good reason. When it comes to sailing our oceans, there are so many benefits from getting out on the water – and we should know we have built our whole business on it. 

While everyone can enjoy these benefits, it has a whole host of advantages, particularly for the younger generation, from building self-confidence to developing teamwork skills and connecting with nature sailing can help young people in many different ways. 

Whether you are sailing for fun, pursuing competitive racing, or simply taking a holiday on one of our many sailing boats, this latest post will discuss the benefits of doing so. 

Confidence building 

When you are first starting out, sailing can be a daunting sport, you are pretty much at the ocean’s mercy, and it can be scary, and that is the beauty of it because you will learn how to handle yourself. Developing the correct skills of how to sail and controlling the boat while making decisions on navigating can help build confidence.

As much as certain skills are needed when sailing, it can also throw up unexpected issues and challenges while you are out on the water – the weather could turn, or there could be a malfunction with the boat, and these are the things that help develop resilience. 

Nature also has a habit of sometimes delaying or cancelling sailing activities; therefore, as well as resilience, younger sailors will learn patience and the importance of waiting for that storm to pass. 

Building self-confidence through sailing can also enhance personal growth and development; overcoming challenges out on the water will help in other aspects of life. 

Working together 

Sailing is all about teamwork and communication; it requires a team effort. When sailing, you need to be synchronised at all times and constantly communicate to ensure forward momentum. Learning to sail can boost your communication skills and, therefore, the ability to work well alongside others. 

Whether you are in a competitive team or just out with friends and family, being in a group while sailing has huge benefits for other areas of life.  

Not only can it help with team bonding and teamwork skills, but sailing can also foster independence and a sense of freedom when you are young. 

Getting outside 

Being out on the water has multiple benefits in itself. One of these is for physical health; sailing is a very active sport that can help enhance fitness levels. There are a lot of elements to sailing a boat. 

It requires physical exertion, including the strength to manage the sails – especially upper body strength. Sailing can improve fitness and additionally enhance balance, coordination and agility, improving not only overall fitness but also finer motor skills for a younger sailor. 

Sense of adventure 

There are many reasons why we love sailing, but one of our favourite reasons is it is the most amazing way to explore our world. Sailing the oceans is such an exciting way to travel. When you are young, travel should play a big part in your life, experiencing new places, experiences and cultures. 

Spending time on a sailing boat with others builds friendships easily, giving younger sailors a community of like-minded people who share the same passion; while helping develop their social skills. 

Ocean connection 

Sailing provides a unique perspective on the environment, one that is not possible from land. Whether that be through observing marine life to experiencing different coastal communities, being on the ocean enables you to foster a stronger connection with it and its natural world. 

If you are connected with the ocean at a young age, you develop a deeper sense of appreciation for it and will work to protect and conserve them for future generations. 

Today we need to get disconnected from our technology-driven lives, especially the younger generation, and back in touch with nature – sailing can help you achieve this. 

Family charters 

Over recent years, we have seen a steady rise in families chartering sailing boats. 

Families that involve their children in sailing at a young age will see these benefits. A family charter enables privacy, freedom, flexibility, and activities to suit every member regardless of age. 

A sailing boat is a perfect base for spending time together while enjoying the pastime of sailing. 

Learn with us. 

At Most Sailing we value the importance of learning to sail and getting others involved which is why we offer our beginner, intermediate and advanced sailing courses by experienced and professional instructors. 

We follow an established certificate program, and our courses teach you both how to sail and how to manage the boat itself – learning everything that matters for life on the water.

There are more and more younger sailors appearing out on the water, and we want this to continue. We don’t wish sailing to become a sport just for the older generation. 

We would love to hear from you if you are a younger sailor looking for adventure. 

Our oceans are vital; they are our lifeline. They are also a lawless place, where protection and regulation tends to fall by the wayside. After decades of negotiations, last month, the new global agreement to protect them was agreed upon, and UN members agreed to the first-ever treaty to protect the world’s oceans that lie outside of national boundaries. This UN High Seas Treaty is a crucial step towards protecting our oceans. 

What is it? 

Two-thirds of our oceans are considered international, but until now, only 1% of these ‘high-seas’ have been protected. The treaty will establish a roadmap for designated marine protected areas, it guarantees that members will share profits from any commercialised products from the high seas and establishes programs to strengthen marine research in developing countries. This treaty will also help the global goal of protecting 30% of our oceans by 2030 – a fast-approaching target. 

Why do we need to protect our oceans? 

Our oceans regulate our climate, provide us with food as well as the livelihoods and economic progress. For too long, we have assumed that the oceans are limitless and immune to our human impacts, but we have been wrong. We have been exploiting our lifeline through climate change, overfishing, deep sea mining, and the effects of shipping traffic to name a few. 

Our passion for the ocean runs through us and our business, and we strive to protect it as best we can so that others can enjoy the pleasure of sailing in years to come. Because, without the ocean, where would we be? There are millions of species living on and around our oceans that must be protected. 

What are we doing to help?

At Most Sailing, we have initiatives in place to ensure our sailing and company impacts are a little less on our oceans. Below are some things we have already implemented, and we strive to keep adding to this crucial list. 

• We know that when cleaning our boats, everything you use is literally poured into our oceans, so when we wash our boats at Most Sailing, we use eco-friendly marine products to minimise the damage other, toxic products are having. 
• This is the same for toiletries and onboard cleaning products. These, again, end up in the oceans, so we provide eco-friendly marine products to customers when they charter. 
• As well as the use of paper being outdated, its production also uses a lot of trees, energy and water. To replace reams of paper for admin and logistics, we use the Floatist app for the check-in and check-out process. Not only does this app streamline our business, but it also removes the need for using paper.  
• Water consumption is crucial, so that is why we installed an aerator on each faucet head on all the boats to minimise the boats water usage. 
• Carbon emissions are another huge factor in the health of our oceans. Not only do we specialise in nature’s own power generation – through sailing – but we have also installed solar panels onboard our boats so customers can use less energy, and less motoring with the engine is needed. We also offer the option of an electric outboard engine rather than the traditional petrol engine for our dinghies. 

We know our oceans are under huge threats so it is crucial that we continue to take these small but significant steps in protecting our seas, to ensure they can be enjoyed for future generations. This is a collaborative effort needed by everyone. 

What are you doing to help? We would love to hear from you.