We offer a wide range of services designed to ensure a stress-free experience aboard a luxury yacht: from choosing the vessel to support during your yacht charter.

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Choose Your Destination

The journey begins with your vision. Whether you desire the glamour of the French Riviera and Balearics, the charm of Croatia and Greece, or Italian gems like Sardinia, Sicily, and the Amalfi Coast, simply share your dates. Our team will advise on the best seasons and routes to ensure your backdrop is nothing short of perfection.

Choose Your Destination
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Select the Ideal Yacht

We believe the yacht should match your lifestyle, not the other way around. Based on your group size and preferences, we will curate a selection of vessels from our global fleet. Whether you desire a sleek motor yacht, a classic sailing yacht, or the spacious luxury of a power catamaran or sailing catamaran, we ensure the ideal amenities, cabin configuration, and crew profile.

Select the Ideal Yacht
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Receive a Detailed Proposal

Once we shortlist the best yachts, you receive a transparent proposal detailing the vessel and crew. We provide a full cost breakdown including the Charter Fee, VAT, and Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) to cover variable expenses like fuel and provisions. We also outline the payment structure, ensuring you have a complete financial picture before deciding.

Receive a Detailed Proposal
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Confirm & Sign the Charter Agreement

To secure your vessel, we proceed to the formal booking stage using industry-standard MYBA Charter Agreement to protect all parties. We manage the administrative details efficiently, guiding you through the signature process and deposit transfer. With the paperwork finalised, your luxury charter is officially confirmed, and the anticipation can truly begin.

Confirm & Sign the Charter Agreement
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Plan & Embark

Now for the personal touches. You will complete a preference sheet outlining your culinary favorites, drink selections, and activity requests. We then collaborate with the Captain to design a tailor-made itinerary specific to your tastes. On the day of departure, simply step aboard; your dedicated crew will be waiting with a welcome drink, ready to set sail.

Plan & Embark

Frequently questions about Charters

Booking begins with a tailored proposal of options. We curate a selection of yachts matching your criteria and review them with you in detail, while assessing your preferences (dates, itinerary, number of guests, budget, yacht type). We negotiate the rate and terms on your behalf where possible, before finalising your choice and proceeding to the MYBA Charter Agreement.

We guide you from selection to embarkation. After an initial consultation, once you choose a yacht, we issue a MYBA Charter Agreement. A 50% deposit secures the booking, with the balance (including VAT and APA) due one month before departure. Before embarkation, you complete a preference form so the crew can prepare a fully bespoke experience, then you simply step on board and enjoy.

APA covers variable operating expenses such as fuel, food and drinks, port fees, and onboard extras. Any unused APA is fully refunded at the end of the charter, while overspending may require a top-up during the trip.

A 50% deposit is required to secure your booking. Upon signing the MYBA Charter Agreement, you transfer the first 50% of the charter fee. The remaining balance, along with the applicable VAT and the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) is due one month prior to embarkation to ensure all logistics are finalised before your arrival.Crew Gratuity is generally between 10 and 15% of the charter fee.

The total cost comprises the Charter Fee, VAT, and the APA. While newer yachts typically command a higher base fee, they often have lower fuel consumption, potentially balancing the overall expense. Ultimately, the final price fluctuates based on the season, the embarkation country’s specific tax regulations, and the consumption required for your itinerary.

The APA is reconciled at the end of the charter and may result in either a credit or an additional payment for the charterer, depending on actual expenses.

The fee covers the comprehensive use of the vessel and crew. Specifically, it includes the yacht charter with all equipment in working order, use of the listed water toys (excluding fuel consumption), the crew’s wages and food, alongside the insurance of the vessel and crew.

Additional costs typically include fuel, food and beverages, marina and port fees, local taxes, and any bespoke services or luxury experiences requested.

We recommend booking 6 months in advance. Securing your yacht early guarantees availability of the finest vessels, particularly for high-demand dates in July and August.

We accept Bank transfers as the only standard payment method. For last-minute bookings, instant transfer or credit card payments may be accepted, subject to transaction’s amount.

A first-time yacht charter is exciting. To make the most of it, pack light, share your preferences in advance, and follow the crew’s safety guidance. Stay flexible with the itinerary as weather may influence routes, and trust your captain and crew’s local knowledge, they often lead you to the most memorable spots.

Yes, the Silver Star Yachting Blog offers destination itineraries, travel advice, and luxury lifestyle tips to help plan an unforgettable charter.

Guests must provide a valid passport, and applicable visas may be required. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.

In line with anti-money laundering (AML) regulations, additional documentation may be requested, including company details if booking via a corporate entity. Silver Star Yachting carries out a professional KYC (Know Your Customer) process to ensure full legal and regulatory compliance.

While not mandatory, comprehensive travel insurance is strongly advised. We recommend specific Cancellation and Curtailment insurance to protect your investment against unforeseen medical or travel issues. If needed, we can refer you to a specific insurance broker.

We can get in touch with our partners to arrange that for our clients.

Yes, we vet every vessel and require owners to hold commercial insurance and valid safety/certification documents (and especially MYBA-compliant contracts). We only represent vessels that are fully surveyed and compliant with flag-state regulations and safety certificates.

Choosing the right yacht comes down to your travel style, the size of your group, and the kind of experience you want on the water.

(i) Motor Yachts
Best for: Travellers seeking speed, stability, and comfort
Key highlights: Larger cabins | Expansive sun decks | Fast cruising for multiple destinations

(ii) Sailing Yachts
Best for: Guests who love authentic, wind-powered sailing
Key highlights: Eco-friendly | Lower fuel costs | Traditional nautical experience

(iii) Catamaran
Best for: Families or groups wanting generous living space
Key highlights: Wide, stable platforms | Great for children | Large deck and lounge areas

(iv) Superyachts
Best for: Those seeking the highest level of luxury
Key highlights: Large professional crews | Beach clubs, cinemas, gyms | Michelin-level dining

Most yachts accommodate up to 12 guests in elegant ensuite cabins, typically including a Master suite, VIP cabin, and double or twin guest cabins, with crew housed separately for privacy.

Yes, we coordinate with the crew to arrange bespoke services upon request. From special celebrations (birthdays, anniversaries), wellness services, to custom cuisine, we tailor the onboard team to your lifestyle and preferences.

The chef organizes all provisioning based strictly on your personal preferences. Guided by your Preference Sheet, the crew sources your exact choice of cuisine, fine wines, and spirits, matching your preferred types and quantities, ensuring the yacht is fully prepared before you embark.

Yes, most chefs can accommodate the dietary protocols such as vegetarian, Vegan, and Celiac-friendly menus. While these requests are usually manageable, it is important that clients advise us in advance so we can confirm suitability with the specific yacht and chef. ‘Light Kosher’ (Kosher-style) may be possible but strict Kosher requirements involve specialised kitchen logistics and must be approved by the Captain ahead of time.

Most yachts include water toys such as paddleboards, snorkeling gear, seabobs, E-Foils and inflatables, with availability varying by yacht. Additional water toys can often be rented separately, subject to availability and the Captain’s approval. Jet Skis are often available on vessels from 70ft upwards and its use is regulated in the Mediterranean. This requires a valid EU-recognised licence, minimum age compliance, and adherence to local marine and environmental regulations.

Most yachts are equipped with Starlink as it guarantees connectivity, ensuring smooth connectivity throughout your cruise.

We are members of the European Committee for Professional Yachting (ECPY). It focuses on French charter regulations and created a specific charter contract valid only for charters starting in French waters. Our ECPY membership ensures full compliance with French maritime law, VAT, and customs rules.

Silver Star Yachting is a boutique yacht charter and brokerage company. With over 15 years of experience and offices in Italy and the UK, we specialise in fully crewed charters and sales across the Mediterranean and Caribbean, delivering bespoke guidance and seamless, end-to-end support.

We provide fully crewed motor yacht, sailing yacht, and catamaran charters, bespoke itinerary design, and luxury experiences, supported by multilingual brokers who manage every detail from planning through disembarkation or ownership handover.

Our headquarters are located in Naples, Italy. Clients may contact us via email at info@silverstaryachting.com, live chat, WhatsApp, or dedicated UK and Italian telephone lines. Full contact details and enquiry options can be found here.

Yes, we are accredited members of MYBA, ECPY and AYBI. These memberships guarantee your charter adheres to the highest international standards of ethics, safety, and contractual security.

MYBA is the leading international yachting association that sets the highest professional and ethical standards in the charter industry. As a proud MYBA member, we guarantee that your charter is handled with expertise, reliability, and complete professionalism.