VAT is the applicable government tax on the yacht charter. It varies by destination and itinerary.

APA, or Advance Provisioning Allowance, is a pre-funded account for expenses that vary during the voyage. It may cover fuel, food and beverages, marina or port fees, permits and other operating costs. The captain manages the allowance, keeps track of spending and reconciles it at the end of the charter; any remaining balance is returned, while additional costs are settled if needed. Every expense is billed at cost, with nothing marked up.

Depending on your preferred route, a one-way itinerary can require the yacht to reposition before or after your charter. If this applies to your journey, B&R will flag it early and explain how it affects the overall investment.

The B&R itinerary is costed separately from the charter cost. This will include any on-shore meals, special curated events, transportation, pre and post hotels, cruise services, guide services, entry fees to any venues and bike rentals with GPS routes, etc.

No. B&R guides first-time and experienced charterers through yacht selection, itinerary design, pricing and pre-departure preparation.

The base charter rate generally covers the yacht and crew. Your tailored proposal will clarify the applicable VAT, APA and the separate By Sea services that shape your journey ashore.

The yacht is generally selected first. B&R then designs the route and experiences around the confirmed yacht, destination, season and interests of your group.

Yes. Routes and activities can be adjusted in response to weather, conditions or local availability, always with your safety and experience in mind.