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Here, we are very sensitive to ecological transition, and we actively investigate and invest to develop an eco-responsible approach with the aim of limiting environmental impacts that our sector can generate.  It is about promoting an eco-friendlier production method and to implement effective and concrete techniques: reusable material, planting trees, recyclable products, marine technology, carbon-avoidance, and more.

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WHO WE ARE

This Site is operated by Yacht Club London, a company registered in England and Wales (“we” “us” and “our” being interpreted accordingly).

CONTENT ON THIS SITE

Your use of this Site and its contents including, without limit, any text, data, logos, graphics, photographs, images, animations, software, apps, forms, videos, music and other audio/visual materials that you access (“Content”) is subject to these Terms. Any Content that you access on this Site is either owned by us (or third parties who licence such Content to us) and is made available only for your own personal use on the condition that you must not republish, post, transmit, edit, adapt, syndicate or distribute any Content without our prior written permission.

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This Site may link to third party websites from time to time. These links are provided for your convenience only. We do not control third party websites and are not responsible for their contents or how they operate. Where this Site includes any links to third party websites, this does not imply any endorsement by us of the goods, services or materials made available on such websites. You acknowledge that (to the maximum extent legally permitted and unless we state otherwise) we shall not be liable in respect of your use of those third party websites or any purchase you make through them.

YOUR USE OF THIS SITE

You must only use this Site for legal purposes in accordance with these Terms and are prohibited from using our Site to engage in any fraudulent activity or in a manner that (in our reasonable opinion) is liable to damage our business or harm other users. Your use of our Site is subject to our membership terms and rules and other policies or guidelines that we may communicate to you from time to time.

You also undertake that any personal data and other information you may provide to us when registering or signing up to any services on this Site is complete, accurate and up to date. In relation to any material you submit to us or post on this Site, you undertake to us that either you own this material or have the necessary rights, clearances and or approvals you need to submit or post such material.

You agree to compensate us in relation to any third party legal actions or claims that are made against us and for any associated losses, damages or expenses (including any legal expenses) that we suffer as a result of you breaching your obligations or undertakings in this Section 4.

OUR LIABILITY

Nothing in these Terms shall exclude or limit our liability for fraud or for death or personal injury resulting from our negligence (or the negligence of our employees or agents) or where applicable law does not permit us to restrict or exclude particular obligations or liabilities.

Subject to the above paragraph we do not accept any liability for damage to any computer or device that you use to access this Site or in relation to any loss of data when you use this Site. In addition, we cannot guarantee that any Content you access or download is free from viruses, worms or other malware, and you should check that you have suitable, up to date virus or malware protection on your computer or device.

While we will correct any errors on this Site that come to our attention as soon as we reasonably can, we do not undertake or warrant that this Site or the Content will be completely free from bugs or errors or that this Site will be available on an uninterrupted basis. You accept that access to this Site (or certain features) may be interrupted or suspended without notice in the case of IT system issues or where we need to undertake maintenance or due to other reasons beyond our reasonable control.

We do not make any representation and exclude all warranties, terms or conditions (whether express or implied by law or otherwise) in respect of the Site or its Content, including, without limitation, any decision you take on the basis of information provided through this Site, except that nothing in these Terms shall exclude or restrict your statutory rights or other rights that cannot be excluded or restricted under applicable law. Except as set out above, we will not be liable for (1) any indirect, consequential or special loss or damage; or (2) any lost revenue, profits or other economic loss (whether direct or indirect), however arising from your use of this Site.

PRIVACY & SECURITY

How we collect and process your personal data and safeguard your privacy is governed by our Privacy Policy (see below) and which forms part of these Terms. We also have a Cookie Policy (see below) that governs use of cookies and other tracking technologies which may be used on our Site.

CHANGES TO THESE TERMS

We may amend these Terms at any time, for example, where we add new services or features or where there is a change in applicable law. All such changes will take effect once these Terms have been updated and you will be assumed to have accepted any such changes if you continue to use the Site after the latest update.

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If you elect to purchase any products or services which we offer to you through this Site this may be subject to new and/or additional terms and conditions which will be notified to you at the time.

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If any of these Terms is found by a court or a regulator to be invalid or unenforceable the other provisions shall continue to apply to the maximum extent legally permitted. No waiver of any of these Terms shall be effective unless made in writing by us and a waiver (or non-enforcement) shall not be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach.

GOVERNING LAW

In the event of any dispute between you and us concerning these Terms, the laws of England and Wales will apply. If you wish to take court proceedings against us, you should do so within England and Wales, except to the extent that applicable law in your country of residence requires mandatory application of another law and/or jurisdiction and/or language and such requirement cannot lawfully be excluded under these Terms in which case such law and/or jurisdiction and/or language shall apply, as far as legally required.

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MEMBERSHIP TERMS

  1. INTRODUCTION
    The Yacht Club London – Y.C.L 2023 are the trading names’ of (YCL) YACHT CLUB LONDON Limited, and a subsidiary of the parent company PORTFOLIO LONDON, which is the trading name of PLPMC Limited, a company registered in England and Wales (company number 13914699) and with registered office at 1 Mayfair Place, Level 1, Devonshire House, London, W1J 8AJ.
    The Yacht Club London – Y.C.L 2023, envisioned in 2021 by a team of Serial Entrepreneurs and bold Avant-gardes, a niche in the market was discovered to host a sensational and stylish private members’ club aboard a luxury Superyacht in the evolving heart of the Capital; and to also provide an intimate, pioneering and unique platform for luxury brands and influencers to interact with their target audiences like never before.  Later realising that the UK’s first revolutionary CO2-neutral events vessel was already being commissioned and built by the Smart Group, and set to operate on the River Thames in 2023, the £25 Million Oceandiva became the ideal venue choice to power what we now market as the Yacht Club London – Y.C.L 2023.
    These terms and rules (the “Terms and Rules”) are in place to ensure acceptable standards of conduct by members and to govern the administration of applications and memberships to the Y.C.L 2023. So the experience may be enjoyed by all members safely..
    All members must comply with these Terms and Rules and will be responsible for their behaviour at all times.
    The Yacht Club London have appointed a Committee made up of persons selected to represent and enrich our ethos and to take steps to enforce these Terms and Rules.


PART A – MEMBERSHIP AND PAYMENT

  1. MEMBERS OF THE YACHT CLUB LONDON – Y.C.L 2023
    1. A member of the Yacht Club London  is any person who has a current valid annual membership. All members agree to be bound by these Terms and Rules and any further rules or regulations communicated to them by the Yacht Club London from time to time. 
    2. Members of the Yacht Club London shall consist of Established Patrons, Patrons, Young Patrons, Joint Patrons, VIP Patrons, Lifetime and Committee members. 
    3. The criteria for each category of members is as follows: (a) Young Patrons: members who are aged 32 or below. (b) Patrons: members aged 33 or above. (c) Joint Patrons: married couples, civil partnerships or life-partners who reside at the same residential address. (d) VIP Patrons: Celebrity Icons in the Media, Music, Film and Fashion, but not limited to aforementioned professions, who make temporary appearances. (e) Lifetime: by invitation only. 
    4. When a Young Patron member reaches 33 years of age, The Yacht Club London will automatically transfer the member to a Patrons membership and, upon renewal, the membership fee payable shall be the fee for a Patrons membership. The Yacht Club London will inform a member of these changes by email and before their renewal date. 
    5. Patron Membership is non-transferable and non-refundable. 
    6. The Committee shall be deemed to be such person or persons authorised to the position by the Yacht Club London.
  2. MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION PROCEDURE
    1. Applications for membership are open to all persons over the age of 18 years. 
    2. The prospective member must submit an online application form, accompanied by a clear copy of valid photo identification ie. Driving licence or Passport.
    3. By completing and submitting an online application, you agree to be bound by the Terms and Rules. 
    4. The decision of the Committee is entirely at the Committee’s discretion and is not subject to appeal by the prospective member and the Committee is not required to give reasons for its decision. If a membership application is successful, The Yacht Club London will notify the decision by email.
    5. For a member to activate their membership, they will receive a welcome invitation to the Yacht Club London – Y.C.L 2023 Official Launch Party, member will need to (a) rsvp to the Official Launch Party via email, WhatsApp or by calling the Yacht Club London.
    6.  The successful member’s membership shall commence on the date of the Yacht Club London – Y.C.L 2023 Official Launch Party, to be specified and announced in a confirmation email sent in 2023 by the Yacht Club London confirming that all required steps have been completed. 
    7. The Yacht Club London may at its absolute discretion override any decision relating to membership including, but not limited to, decisions of the Committee regarding applications.Applications for membership are open to all persons over the age of 18 years.
  3. ENTRY TO THE YACHT CLUB LONDON
    1. Upon boarding, the member will be asked to sign in with the link to their digital membership card provided to all members by email. 
    2. Guests of members are not permitted to enter the Yacht Club London without a membership, and details will not be recorded until a successful membership application is submitted and approved by our committee.
    3. The Yacht Club London may at its absolute discretion: (a) refuse entry to the Yacht Club London by any member without providing a reason; (b) remove any member from the Superyacht premises without providing a reason; and (c) suspend or terminate a member’s membership without providing a reason.
  4. EFFECT OF EXPIRY, SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION OF MEMBERSHIP
    1. Where an individual’s membership has expired or has been terminated, or during the period of suspension of an individual’s membership, the individual is not entitled to exercise the rights of a member under these Terms and Rules.
  5. DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE
    1. The Yacht Club London reserves the right to immediately terminate an individual’s membership or suspend an individual’s membership for any period if the Committee or The Y.C.L 2023 determines that a member’s conduct is inappropriate, violent or abusive, or is not in the best interest of The Yacht Club London, or may harm the reputation of the Yacht Club London, its members or staff or is in breach of the Terms and Rules.
    2. Where The Yacht Club London has terminated or suspended an individual’s membership: (a) that member is not permitted to return to the Yacht Club London after such termination or during such suspension; (b) any refund of the membership fees shall be entirely at the discretion of The Yacht Club London.
    3. Where The Yacht Club London suspends or terminates an individual’s membership, the individual will be given notice in writing, provided that where suspension or termination is immediate, it may be communicated verbally and written notice shall be provided within a reasonable time.
  6. RENEWALS
    1. Membership is for a minimum period of one year and is renewable annually. The Committee has complete discretion to decide whether to renew a membership.. Membership if approved will be automatically renewed unless suspended or terminated. The Committee’s decision is final.
    2. Members must notify the Yacht Club London before the end of the month in which their membership renews should they wish to cancel or make any changes to their membership.
  7. MEMBERSHIP FEES AND PAYMENT
    1. Members who are resident in the United Kingdom shall be required to complete and maintain a direct debit mandate in favour of The Yacht Club London. All other members shall be required to ensure that The Yacht Club London has up to date payment card details at all times.
    2. We ask all prospective members to provide up to date payment card details with their application. No fees will be taken until the membership has been approved.
    3. Upon approval, membership fees will be charged by the payment details provided.
    4. The Yacht Club London may increase the membership fees from time to time which shall be effective for each member from their next renewal date.
    5. Where a former member is approved for new membership, the current membership fees shall be payable.
    6. The confirmation of a new membership or the renewal of an existing membership will be delayed or cancelled if the payment for membership fees is declined.
    7. Where the renewal of an existing membership is prevented by a declined payment, the individual’s membership shall be suspended from the expiry of the paid membership period.
  8. OTHER FEES AND PAYMENTS
    1. Members who are resident in the United Kingdom shall be charged for all (non- membership) fees via direct debit. All other members shall be charged via the card details provided as part of their membership application (or via updated details provided).
    2. In the event any payment cannot be processed through the member’s registered account, all charges must be settled by the next business day to prevent enforcement action.
    3. Members are responsible for any food, drinks or vendor purchases and non-membership fees incurred at the Yacht Club London. If a bill is not paid by a member this may result in a termination of membership. This is without prejudice to The Yacht Club London’s other rights, including without limitation the right to recover any unpaid sums.



PART B – GENERAL RULES

  1. MOBILES AND LAPTOPS
    1. Mobile devices must be set to silent, meeting or vibrate mode at all times and phone calls are to only be taken in the designated area aboard the Yacht Club London.
    2. The use of laptops is not permitted.
    3. Any sound generated by mobiles, laptops or other devices must only be played through headphones and must not be audible to others.
  2. PHOTOGRAPHY AND PUBLICITY
    1. Photography, videos, live-streaming or recording of any kind is not permitted at the Yacht Club London. Professional photography, videos, live-streaming or recording of any kind is arranged with our verified suppliers.
    2. Our community thrives on shared values of strict privacy and respect. Members must maintain other members’ privacy and confidentiality and are not permitted to publicly discuss other members without their permission.
  3. SMOKING
    1. No smoking (including e-cigarettes and vapes) is allowed in any indoor area of the Yacht Club London. Members are to smoke in the designated Smoking Areas only.
    2. Members must comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding smoking.
  4. LOST PROPERTY
    1. Any property left aboard the Superyacht, in the cloakroom or with a member of staff, shall be entirely at the member’s own risk; The Yacht Club London shall not be liable for any loss of or damage and lost property items will be held for no longer than 5 days.
  5. DRESS CODE
    1. The Yacht Club London club enforces a smart, formal or occasionally casual dress codes as we celebrate individuality, however we do encourage all to think of their fellow members and the atmosphere of their space and therefore actively discourage wearing gym, active or beachwear to the Yacht Club London.
  6. RESERVATIONS, EVENTS AND CANCELLATIONS
    1. Members can make reservations to the Yacht Club London by telephone or email. All contact details can be found on our social media, emails and on our website.
    2. Any changes or cancellations to a group members’ reservation and bookings must be made by phone with the Events or Membership Department.
    3. Once a request for change or cancellation has been received by a member of our team, an automated email will be sent to confirm any amendments or cancellations.
    4. A cancellation fee will be charged for cancellations less than 72 hours in advance or for a failure to show.
  7. HOTEL PARTNERS
    1. When reserving a room at one of our hotel partners, a member shall be bound by the booking policy of the hotel as outlined at the time of the reservation.
  8. ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES AND ITEMS
    1. No member shall use, ingest, possess, sell or otherwise distribute any illegal substances or other illegal items or attempt or seek to do the same on Yacht Club London premises or in the nearby vicinity or in any context relating to the Yacht Club London.
    2. Any member found in breach of the Terms and Rules regarding illegal substances or items will be ejected from the premises and the individual’s membership shall be terminated.
  9. DAMAGES
    1. Members shall respect the property of the Yacht Club London and other members at all times and shall not remove or cause any damage to it.
    2. If a member causes any damage or destruction to any property of the Yacht Club London or another person, the member shall be fully responsible for covering any costs incurred by the damage/s.
  10. PRIVACY
    1. Any membership information or other personal information that you provide or which we collect from you will be processed in accordance with our PRIVACY POLICY.
  11. CONDUCT, SAFETY AND SECURITY
    1. No drunkenness, bad language, violent or abusive behaviour or other inappropriate behaviour is permitted at the Yacht Club London.
    2. Members are required to observe the Terms and Rules and any signs or other information communicated to them by the Yacht Club London, Smart Group and Oceandiva London or its staff. Members are responsible for taking reasonable precautions to keep themselves safe while on the Superyacht  premises.
    3. Members shall immediately report any accidents or hazards to the event staff.
    4. Members should be aware that the Superyacht uses CCTV for safety and security reasons.
    5. Members must comply with all laws and regulations while on the Superyacht premises.
  12. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
    1. Members shall not use the names, logos, trademarks, get-up, goodwill or other intellectual property of The Yacht Club London (“Intellectual Property”) without The Yacht Club London’s prior written permission, and may not create or authorise the creation of any communications, marketing, advertising or promotional materials which use the Intellectual Property without The Yacht Club London’s prior written permission.
  13. LIABILITY
    1. Subject to clause 25.5, The Yacht Club London, it’s staff, servants and agents shall not be liable to any member for any loss, damage or injury suffered by them or to their property howsoever caused, other than as a result of The Yacht Club London’s negligence.
    2. Subject to clause 25.5, the total liability of the Yacht Club London in contract, tort or any other head of liability shall be limited to the membership fees payable by the member for the previous two years.
    3. Subject to clause 25.5, the Yacht Club London shall not be liable for any consequential or indirect loss.
    4. Subject to clause 25.5, the Yacht Club London shall not be liable for any loss of profits, loss of sales or business, loss of agreements or contracts, loss of anticipated savings.
    5. The Yacht Club London does not exclude or limit in any way any liability where it would be unlawful to do so, including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence and liability for fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation.
  14. GENERAL
    1. A member’s membership and their rights under the Terms and Rules or any agreement with the Yacht Club London are personal to them and cannot be transferred or assigned to any other party.
    2. The Yacht Club London may transfer its rights and obligations under its agreements with each member to any other party.
    3. These Terms and Rules do not give rise to any rights under the Contracts (Rights of Third Parties) Act 1999 to enforce any term of this agreement.
    4. If a court finds that any part of the Terms and Rules is illegal or unenforceable, the remaining Terms and Rules shall continue in force.
    5. No failure or delay by The Yacht Club London to exercise any right or remedy provided under this agreement or by law shall constitute a waiver of that or any other right or remedy, nor shall it prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy. No single or partial exercise of such right or remedy by The Yacht Club London shall prevent or restrict the further exercise of that or any other right or remedy.
  15. INTERPRETATION AND AMENDMENTS
    1. These terms and rules shall be governed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales and the parties to any dispute agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
    2. In the event of a dispute regarding the interpretation of the Terms and Rules, the matter shall be referred to the Committee whose decision shall be final.
    3. The Yacht Club London may amend the Terms and Rules from time to time. Where it does so, it shall display the new Terms and Rules at [website]. Unless clearly stated otherwise, such Terms and Rules shall supersede and replace the previous Terms and Rules.
YACHT CHARTER ENQUIRY

Please get in touch to discuss your charter enquiry. One of our charter brokers will get back to you as soon as possible.

BUYING FAQS

HOW TO USE A BROKER TO BUY A SUPERYACHT?

Buying a superyacht can be a complicated process. When you work with Yacht Club London's' experienced brokers, you will benefit from a streamlined yacht acquisition process.

Our yacht sales consultants boast deep industry knowledge and a global network of contacts. From your first point of contact, we listen to your needs and then respond accordingly. Your personal yacht sales consultant will provide you with a list of yachts that match your needs, then arrange viewings. They will offer tailored advice throughout the yacht acquisition process, including advice on financing, class and compliance, surveys, yacht management, and much more. 

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO BUY A SUPERYACHT?

The longest part of buying a superyacht is usually finding the right one that meets your needs. Your personal Yacht Club London Superyacht Broker will be able to advise on types of yachts and set up viewings as soon as they understand what will fit your requirements.

Once you’ve made your choice, it is then a matter of getting surveys and inspections done, submitting a formal Letter of Intent, and arranging financing. You can expect this process to take around six to eight weeks.

ARE YACHT SURVEYS AND SEA TRIALS COMPULSARY?

While surveys and sea trials are not compulsory when you buy a superyacht, they are a standard part of the yacht acquisition process, and we strongly recommend getting them done.

Surveys and sea trials provide an important overview of the yacht’s condition, and some financial institutions may insist upon them. Yacht Club London works with some of the best independent surveyors and engineers. To avoid any conflict of interest, we will guide you to their services, enabling you to have a fully independent survey carried out.

WILL MY SUPERYACHT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY?

Manufacturers offer warranties for a set amount of time on a new-build yacht. If the superyacht you are purchasing is still within its warranty period, it will be transferred to you as the new owner.

However, most brokerage yachts are purchased based on the condition and findings of the professional pre-purchase survey and therefore do not have warranties

WHEN I BUY A SUPERYACHT, WHAT PAPERWORK WILL I RECIEVE?

When you buy a superyacht, you will receive a Memorandum of Understanding, which sets out the terms and conditions of the sale.

You will also receive the Bill of Sale, which records the transfer of legal title from the seller to the buyer, and the Protocol of Delivery and Acceptance, which specifies the agreed-upon time and date of transfer of ownership and funds. Your personal superyacht sales consultant and broker will advise you accordingly, ensuring your best interests are protected throughout this entire process.

HOW IS THE GOVERNING LAW DECIDED WHEN I BUY A SUPERYACHT?

The buyer and seller will decide together which country will govern the purchasing process, and this is often a country where neither party resides. It is common for English law to be chosen when buying a superyacht.

DO I PAY VALUE ADDED TAX WHEN I BUY A SUPERYACHT?

The topic of VAT can be complex and depends upon where your superyacht is to be kept. Yacht Club London's team of superyacht sales consultants and brokers can put you in contact with specialist maritime VAT lawyers who will look into all the factors and advise you accordingly.

CHARTER FAQs

Find the answers to the most commonly asked questions about yacht charter

THE CHARTER AGREEMENT

After the availability of your chosen yacht has been verified, you will receive a standard YCL Yacht Club London Charter Agreement for signature. If your chosen cruising itinerary necessitates embarking or disembarking from a point other than your yacht's home port, positioning charges (delivery/redelivery) fees may be required. These charges, if applicable, will be confirmed in advance and affirmed in the Charter Agreement, together with any taxes that may apply.

PAYMENT TERMS

A deposit of 50 per cent (50%) of the total charter fee is payable by bank transfer immediately on signature of the YCL Yacht Club London Charter Agreement. The remaining 50 per cent (50%), plus an Advance Provisioning Allowance, together with any taxes, delivery/redelivery fees, and any additional agreed charges, is payable by bank transfer five weeks before the commencement of the charter.

OPERATING EXPENSES

The Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) is due at the time of the final charter payment. Under YCL Yacht Club London's Charter terms, this sum is usually equivalent to 30 per cent (30%) of the total charter fee, but may be up to 40 per cent (40%) in some cases.

Intended to cover the operating expenses of a charter as explained under Charter Terms, such as fuel, food, drinks, port fees, and ad hoc incidentals, the APA will be given to the captain before the start of your charter. The Captain will ensure that the yacht is fully fuelled and provisioned when you step on board. While an up-to-date summary of accounts can be requested at any time during your charter, a full set of accounts will normally be submitted by your captain at the end of the cruise. If, during the charter, the expenditure exceeds the sum already paid, additional cash funds will be required at once.

All outstanding bills from the yacht charter should be settled in cash or by bank transfer before your final disembarkation. Of course, any remaining credit at the end of your charter will be reimbursed to you in full. On request, transfer arrangements to and from the yacht can be made by Yacht Club London or by the yacht’s captain, payment for which will be deducted from your APA.

IT'S IN THE DETAILS

Several weeks before you board your yacht, Yacht Club London will ask you to complete a detailed questionnaire describing the preferences and special needs of all the members of your party, such as dietary or medical requirements, details of any allergies, and your sporting or entertainment requests. This will enable Yacht Club London and the crew of your chosen charter yacht to ensure that everything possible is done to make your charter a fabulous experience.

SATELLITE TELEVISION SYSTEMS

Where these are provided please note that service cannot always be guaranteed due to differing signal strengths across the world and satellite receivers vary in capability from one yacht to another. If satellite television is important during your charter, please check with your broker to avoid any disappointment.

INTERNET ACCESS

There is standard wireless access provided throughout most yachts although in certain areas the service can be limited and cannot be guaranteed. If you anticipate regular use of the internet or require large bandwidths during your charter, please let Yacht Club London know before you board as upgrades may be subject to availability and there is likely to be a charge made to your account according to your requirements.

SMOKING ON BOARD

Smoking is only allowed outside on deck and in the case of some yachts in dedicated outside areas only. Please consult Yacht Club London for verification. For safety reasons, smoking in cabins and staterooms is prohibited on all yachts.

CREW GRATUITIES

Crew gratuities are discretionary, although it is customary for a charterer who has enjoyed the kind and attentive service of an obliging crew to extend a gratuity. Crew gratuities are normally approximately 10 per cent of the charter fee, but can be adjusted up or down according to your level of satisfaction.

The best way to ensure that all crew members receive equal recognition is to entrust the distribution of gratuities to the captain. In this way, inconspicuous crew members such as engineers and culinary staff, who make an important contribution to your enjoyment, will not be overlooked.

RECREATION EQUIPMENT

The recreation equipment listed for the yachts is believed to be correct but cannot be guaranteed as they are liable to change at short notice. Should changes become necessary, the owner of the yacht will make every effort possible to comparably replace the equipment. Personal watercraft (jetskis, waverunners etc) may be restricted in certain cruising areas and guests will also require an appropriate operating licence. Please check with Yacht Club London first for any guidelines or if you have any specific requirements in this regard.

INSURANCE

Yacht Club London strongly recommends charterers take out Cancellation and Curtailment Insurance to protect their investment if unforeseen circumstances prevent or curtail their charter. Additionally, all members of the charter party should be covered by Personal Accident and Medical Insurance, and their personal effects should be insured against theft, loss or damage.

Other forms of insurance, such as Charterer’s Liability may also be prudent. Our brokers will be pleased to assist you with additional advice in this matter.

EXPERT GUIDANCE

Yacht Club London brokers have extensive experience and a revered reputation in chartering yachts of 30 metre (100ft) and above. No other company has the same degree of specialist knowledge or professional commitment. While every effort has been made to present the varied and constantly evolving facets of chartering as simply as possible in this publication, the charter team will be pleased to offer any further clarification if required.

CHARTER RATES

Charter rates are quoted per week for the hire of the yacht. Charters over seven days are calculated pro-rata against the weekly rate divided by seven and multiplied by the number of charter days. Charters less than seven days usually attract a premium, calculated as the weekly rate divided by six, multiplied by the number of days. Certain yachts will apply a minimum amount of days charter which can be confirmed by our charter brokers.

High season rates usually apply to the most popular charter periods, i.e. July/August and Christmas/New Year, and are also normally applicable to all major events such as the Monaco Grand Prix and the Cannes Film Festival. Low season rates apply to all other periods (please note low and high season periods may differ for certain locations).

Please note that charter rates shown on the website are believed to be correct but may be subject to change.

CHARTER TERMS

Most charter rates that appear in this publication are based on YCL Yacht Club London Charter Agreement Terms, which imply that the yacht will be provided to the charterer in full commission and with all necessary equipment, properly insured for marine risks and managed by a crew, whose wages, food and clothing are for the owner’s account.

All other operating expenses are payable by the charterer and comprise (but are not restricted to) the following items: fuel and lubricating oils for the yacht and her tenders; local taxes; pilotage; port, harbour and marina dues; customs clearance; water and electricity; personal laundry; all provisions, wines, beers, spirits, soft drinks and consumables for the charterer’s party; shoreside excursions, telecommunication and internet costs. Please note that, occasionally, a yacht may offer a variation on the terms described above. Our brokers will provide full details of any charter terms that vary from standard YCL Yacht Club London Charter Agreement Terms when presenting the relevant yachts. Whilst some yachts are legally permitted to charter in the US, others do not meet with American fiscal requirements and so are not available for charter whilst in US waters. Please enquire for further information on specific yachts.

VAT

Please note that due to European Union tax legislation, Value Added Tax may be charged on the gross Charter Fee and delivery costs for charters taking place in European Union Waters. Local taxes may also apply in other countries and our brokers will provide any prevailing rates according to your chosen cruising destination and itinerary.

STAGE TWO

Initial stages and requirements

Experience our commitment to excellence whilst we work with you to understand your exact requirements. Our construction experts will ensure that the new build you have commissioned will fulfill all your expectations.

Building a superyacht is not an impulse decision but one that has probably come from experiencing superyachts over a number of years – be it as an owner, charterer or guest of an owner. Therefore, you will most likely have your ideal yacht in mind and now you need the experts to guide you on how best to turn your dream into reality.

Discussing your requirements with Camper & Nicholsons over a number of meetings will help fine-tune exactly what type of yacht build would suit you best. Whether you are looking for a custom yacht, a semi-custom yacht or production yacht, deciding on what type of yacht will best suit your needs is the starting point for any new build. Where you intend to cruise, what sort of performance you desire, and how important space and stability will all affect your choice of the type of yacht you wish to build and therefore the shipyard and design team will be most suitable.

 
Camper & Nicholsons team will gauge your requirements and prepare a concept design tender against which shipyards and designers can bid. Designers and builders are obviously major players in the build process but so too are the owner’s team. The legal complexities involved in building a superyacht require the best legal counsel for the build, along with project managers and further down the line, yacht managers. Camper & Nicholsons team can recommend a choice of experts for your build.

EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

In these Terms & Conditions, the “Organiser”, “Us”, “Our”, or “We” means Yacht Club London, a subsidiary of Milliard Carta Group UK).

In addition to these terms and conditions, any Event guest agrees to the terms and conditions of the venue and its management.

  • Our event is by-invitation-only, and anyone not listed on the Event’s guestlist will be denied entry. Please ensure all information provided to us is checked on purchase, as mistakes cannot always be rectified.
  • For the safety of all guests at the Event, the venue management, security, and the Organiser reserve the right to refuse entry and conduct security searches as they deem appropriate.
  • A full payment subject to VAT is required when submitting a completed application. Any payments cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
  • If the Event is rescheduled or moved, we will give you the option of either retaining or exchanging your invitation for the new date/location. If the Event is canceled, you may be offered the option to transfer your invitation to a future event, or a refund will be processed within 14 business days.
  • If the Event is rescheduled, changed, moved or canceled the Organiser cannot be held responsible for any resulting costs you may incur for travel, accommodation, and other related goods, services, or compensation.
  • The Organiser reserves the right to refuse admission or to eject any person appearing to be intoxicated, under the influence of drugs, showing signs of Covid-19 including a high temperature or a persistent cough, refusing to wear a mask when required to do so (unless they are unable to do so due to an underlying health condition), otherwise behaving dangerously or inappropriately, or for any other behaviour likely to cause damage, injury, nuisance and annoyance or for failure to comply with the reasonable request of the Organiser.
  • Neither the Organiser nor the venue operator will be responsible for any loss, damage, death or injury howsoever caused unless (i) the relevant party has breached its legal obligations; and (ii) such loss or damage is a direct and reasonably foreseeable result of the breach. For the avoidance of doubt, the Organiser will not be responsible for the actions of any third party, including, but not limited to, the event partners.
  • The Event will operate following the latest UK Government and Public Health England guidelines regarding Covid-19 and will operate under the Event Industry’s All Secure Standard.
  • The Organiser does not accept any responsibility for any loss or damage to personal property brought to the Event.
  • Guests may be filmed, photographed, or sound recorded for broadcast, publication, or security purposes whilst at the Event by us and our trusted partners.
  • No commercial (non-private) use may be made by you of the Event or any part of it.
  • Every effort will be made to admit latecomers but admission cannot always be guaranteed.
  • Video and sound recordings are permitted, however, due to the nature of our members’ events, we request that you respect the privacy of all other guests in attendance.
  • The relevant laws of United Kingdom will apply to these Terms and Conditions and the relevant courts of the United Kingdom will have exclusive jurisdiction in relation to the Terms and Conditions.

ST. BARTS 2023-2024

Members will fly on private jet airliners from United Kingdom to Saint Martin Grand Case Airport, where they will then board our luxury Superyacht which will sail gracefully into St. Barts.

Airport transfers included
Outbound Flight: 26/12/23
Aircraft: Falcon 7X or Gulfstream G-500/650
Flight Duration: 07 Hours 36 Minutes
Sailing Duration: 45 Minutes

  • 10 TO 14 NIGHT STAY

Members will stay at our private villas located in Marigot and Colombier.  Each villa boasts a premium hospitality service and entertainment spaces including private chefs/catering, housekeeping, cinema rooms, swimming pools, fitness rooms, hammams, and more.

Members will have an all-access experience to relax and unwind aboard our self-hosted superyacht moored in Gustavia, and are invited to enjoy our brunches, private parties; watersports, revel with our celebrity guests, and more.

We have made exclusive reservations at the island’s finest restaurants, clubs, and arranged VIP access to private celeb events, so join us as we dine, drink and revel in the New Year, together.

Members may also spend the morning rubbing shoulders with famous faces, and immersing themselves in this duty-free shopping haven as you discover brands such as Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Prada, Cartier, Bulgari, and Richard Mille.*

*shopping expenses are not included.

Please complete the membership application form on our website to enquire about this event/experience booking as per your lifetime membership package.

STAGE ONE

BUILD MANAGEMENT

Building a custom yacht is a long term project and a major investment. Yacht Club London’s teams work very closely with the world’s leading builders, designers, naval architects, captains and suppliers to ensure their clients’ complete satisfaction.

It is therefore critical that the right team is selected for your specific needs and a good broker will serve as an invaluable liaison between the client and the shipyard, keeping the yard informed about decisions and requirements on behalf of the owner and maintaining the balance between both parties.

Yacht Club London’s teams work alongside all parties involved, supervising every project throughout its entire build to ensure that the yacht delivered adheres not only to contractual specifications, but to the owner’s expectations. They will provide you with measured advice on the construction of a yacht, taking you through the different types, sizes and materials available, while also explaining the financial and legal aspects of a new build.

Brokers: an essential link

A broker is a valuable liaison between client and yard, serving to keep the yard informed about decisions and requirements on behalf of the owner. He also serves as a buffer to keep the balance of the owner’s team and the yard on an even keel in even the inevitably trying times.

Supervision skills

A broker’s experience in the industry and in practical application on the water can be incorporated into the development of a custom project, from the exterior styling and deck layouts to interior arrangements, ensuring good flow through the yacht, storage and service areas, machinery spaces, etc.

Technical experience

From extensive yachting and brokerage experience, a broker is familiar with the equipment and systems, to the degree that he/she can guide a specification development in the best direction for his/her client.

The right network

Years of experience gives a broker the ability to introduce specialists into a project on behalf of the client as their specific services are required, from independent naval architects to electrical, refrigeration/air conditioning, hydraulics, acoustical engineers. On the same thought, the broker’s interaction with designers in the industry gives him/her the knowledge to help to recommend a designer to a client who will complement the project and be compatible with the client.

Market knowledge

Thanks to experience with all kinds of brokerage yachts, plus hundreds of thousands of miles of travel, a broker knows the yards around the world, including their strengths and weaknesses. In this regard, a well informed decision can be made as to where to send bid packages and where to ultimately build.

Added value

Last but not least, an experienced broker has a knowledge of what sells and what adds value to a yacht. These lessons, including very good, successful projects and familiarity with unsuccessful projects, give the broker the ability to positively contribute to the project.

LUISAVIAROMA X UNICEF 2023

EXPERIENCE + LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP

Summer Gala expected in Capri 30th July
Winter Gala expected in St. Barts 29th December

Join us at the highly anticipated fundraising Gala held in Capri (Summer) and St. Barths (Winter) for 2023.

Our exclusive package for both destinations include:

  • Prime dinner seats on the ‘Child Protector’, or ‘Diamond Hero’ tables for twelve of our high profile lifetime members.
  • Listings on all printed material and an opportunity to enjoy an evening of great company, music, and philanthropy.
  • Flights, hotels and access to our superyacht afterparty are included.

Please complete the membership application form on our website to enquire about this event/experience booking as per your lifetime membership package.

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