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Rassismus und sexuelle Gewalt!

Durch das Verhalten der Verantwortlichen mehr als empört! Nach der letzten Bewertung wurde es nur noch schlimmer! Einfach widerliches Verhalten von dem Routenmanager Pieter... Ich hoffe den Frauen in deinem Leben passiert niemals so etwas ekelhaftes, was du einfach nur belächelt und toleriert hast! Dein Verhalten macht dich und dein Unternehmen zum Komplizen eines sexuellen Übergriffes! Einfach nur widerlich!!

Datum der Erfahrung : 19. Juli 2023

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Hi Haris, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Event Manager war sehr sehr…

Event Manager war sehr sehr unfreundlich. Ich bin total geschockt. Er hat angefangen Schimpfwörter zu benutzen und ist nicht neutral geblieben. Eine Freundin wurde angefasst und es wurde nichts unternommen. Einfach ekelhaft diese Woche. Total überteuert und wenig was man dafür bekommt war mehr Stress. Lieber alleine eine Yacht mieten und an die gleichen Orte fahren, man verpasst nur sexuelle Belästigungen, unverschämte Eventmanager. CEO der Firma hat richtig gehandelt und versucht gemeinsame Lösungen zu finden.

We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

AUFGEPASST AN ALLE FRAUEN!

AUFGEPASST AN ALLE FRAUEN! Wenn man Sexuelle Belästigung haben möchte der richtige Ort dafür! Die Beschwerde an die Manager wurde komplett ignoriert und belächelt! Weder als Frau oder als Mensch wird man hier ernst genommen. PS: Für das Boot das wir bezahlt haben wurde ein schlechteres ausgehändigt und unteranderem alles im allen nicht gut organisiert und extrem teuer! Thx for nothing.

Datum der Erfahrung : 18. Juli 2023

Hi Selin, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Katastrophale Planung

Katastrophale Planung, wir haben uns 1 Tag damit beschäftigt dass wir die richtige Yacht bekommen. Die Mitarbeiter sind sehr unfreundlich. Kosten sind aufgekommen die im Vorfeld nicht geklärt wurden. Viel zu wenig Unternehmungen

Hi Ertay, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Absolut schlimmes Verhalten seitens des…

Absolut schlimmes Verhalten seitens des Managers. Weibliche Gäste unsere Bootes wurden Sexuell Genötigt und es wurde nichts unternommen. Überteuerte Preise, Leere Partys , Schlechte Musik und Hauptsächlich ein schlechtes Managment seitens der Yachtweek

Hi Denis, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Alles im ganzen einfach schlecht!

Alles im ganzen einfach schlecht! Beschwerden werden ignoriert. TYW ist super schlecht organisiert und schlecht aufgefundene Boote. Manager machen ihre Arbeit nicht. Alles sehr sehr teuer. Partys sind leer und keine gute Musik.

Datum der Erfahrung : 17. Juli 2023

Hi Emine, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

wir hatten mehrere Yachten gemietet

wir hatten mehrere Yachten gemietet. Es hat uns mehr als 20000€ pro Yacht gekostet. Als Service haben wir erst mal eine falsche Yacht bekommen am ersten Tag und konnten nicht mit auf die Opening Party. Stattdessen warteten wir über 8h am Hafen in der prallen Sonne auf unser neues Boot. Keiner hat sich um uns gekümmert. Nach etlichen Telefonaten haben wir als Entschädigung eine 0,7 l vodka Flasche erhalten, einfach nur lächerlich bei diesen Summen an Geld die man bezahlt. Die zusätzlichen Kosten während der Woche sind mindestens halb so hoch wie der Preis pro Person. Und dann versucht die Yacht Week unsere ehrlichen Bewertungen auch noch als Schädlich und illegal zu melden! Einfach nur traurig wie inkompetent eine Firma dieser Größe sein kann.

Der 1 Stern richtig verdient

Der 1 Stern richtig verdient 1. die Kosten werden hier richtig verschwiegen 2. Die verkacken das Boot und 1 Tag ist umsonst vorbei gegangen 3. Leute werden wahllos auf der Insel alleine gelassen NIEWIEDER!

We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Schlechte Planung der Woche, überteuerte Partys und gar keine Freiheiten. In Summe sehr viel Geld für gar nichts! Kann ich keinem empfehlen! Finger weg von dieser Veranstaltung!

Hi Erdi, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

#freeJaimee

Einer von unserem Boot wurde am zweiten Tag ohne Begründung nachhause geschickt und wurde alleine auf einer anderen Insel abgesetzt.

Hi Phillipp, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Komplette abzocke

Komplette abzocke, bloß nicht hingehen die ziehen euch gnadenlos das Geld aus der Tasche.

Hi Philipp, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Very terrible and the badest Service i…

Very terrible and the badest Service i ever See

Hi Ecir, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Unverschämt in allerlei Hinsicht. Management unberechenbar!

Nie wieder. Man fühlt sich von vorne bis hinten absolut nicht wohl. Auf gar keinen Fall empfehlenswert.

Datum der Erfahrung : 10. Juli 2023

Hi Canan, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Wurden voll abgezock

Datum der Erfahrung : 20. Juli 2023

Hi Leon, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Nicht die richtige Yacht bekommen für…

Nicht die richtige Yacht bekommen für die wir bezahlt haben.

Datum der Erfahrung : 15. Juli 2023

Hi Markus, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Die beste Woche meines Lebens

Sehr überteuert

Sehr überteuert, Verstecke Kosten aufpassen

Hi Ecir, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Nie wieder Yacht-Week.

Nie wieder Yacht-Week. Amk.

Datum der Erfahrung : 16. Juli 2023

Hi Elias, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Total unorganisiert

Total unorganisiert! Völlig überteuert!!

Hi Niko, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

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Best week of my life!!!

I couldn't have had a better time in Croatia with Yacht Week. The pre-planned events were so much fun, the boat was perfect, and our skipper Jaka and host Nicola went above and beyond to make our week memorable! Our cabin mates became our besties, our host's food was incredible, the clubs were so fun and the fact that water taxi transport was all planned for us made everything so seamless so we could just focus on having a good time :) can't wait to do it again!

Date of experience : 12 July 2024

The Yacht Week was exactly what I…

The Yacht Week was exactly what I didn’t know I needed. It was the perfect combination of sightseeing and fun! I’ve met lifelong friends and made incredible connections with people from all over the world. Our skip and host were phenomenal and so knowledgeable that our group never had to worry about making plans. 10/10 would recommend

Date of experience : 03 June 2023

Quarterdeck Academy in May 2024

Trained with Quarterdeck in May 2024. I have done multiple seasons and found it to be an incredibly toxic work environment. You’re not placed for the full season (sometimes not even consecutive weeks) and, therefore, you are expected to fly to/from Croatia throughout the season. This was a real issue for many people not placed in Europe. I made my situation very clear to recruitment before training but I was assured it would be okay and many people were in the same boat. Most people on my training got around 6 non-consecutive weeks for the full summer if they had full availability. Regarding pay, I would anticipate to come out on minus figures for working 50-60 hour weeks in a humid galley. In my opinion, you would HAVE to rent somewhere or have the funds to travel Europe in your first season.The pay is also 350 euros for the first 2 weeks, rather than 550 because you’re on probation. They’re VERY big on company loyalty and how they are perceived on instagram rather than a quality service and treatment of their staff. If you work longer for the company and post about it on instagram, the more likely you are to get more assignments. You’re assessed for an entire week, your trainer even lives on the boat with you - they asses everything you do and you get barely any free time. Even the nights out felt like a test. It is an extremely high pressure environment and they essentially set you up to fail with 2hr time limits, no equipment on board and an oven that takes 4-5x longer to cook anything. I felt like I’d failed the training week as soon as I expressed concerns about the job role due to financial and logistical feasibility as it didn’t align with the information given to me by recruitment. I ended up having a panic attack over the environment and treatment of us as it was so mentally exhausting and not at all what I was expecting. They don't want you to express concerns, everybody who did failed the training week. Overall, I found it hostile, belittling and pretentious - if you have a parents house or a base in Europe then I think it could be a good summer but I would not recommend it as a host. Skipping looked slightly different and felt like an academy whereas I did not feel like I gained any skills or learnt much as a host.

Date of experience : 03 May 2024

Reply from Yacht Week

Dear Ellie, Thank you for your feedback - we are sorry to hear that you did not find your week training at our Quarterdeck Academy to become a staff member on our trips worthwhile. We have trained hundreds of skippers and hosts through these weeklong courses and unfortunately since we aim to maintain an extremely high staffing standard, not all applicants will pass the course and successfully become a Yacht Week team member. We apologise if you were not aware of the pay structure or work guarantees before starting the course, and we will aim to make these more clearly communicated for any future applicants. If you wish to discuss further, please reach out to the Academy team at [email protected] who can provide additional feedback on your experience training with us.

First of many Yacht Weeks

This was my first Yacht Week after an adjacent experience to friends on their first YW in 2023 and it was an incredibly fulfilling experience. Bartol and Rose were a great skipper & host team that made a bucket list trip even better with their guidance and hospitality. If you gain nothing else, it would be 100 new friends and 1,000+ smiling photos to cherish when it’s done.

Date of experience : 13 July 2024

Life time experience

My first yacht week, was incredible. The experience exceeded all expectations and was one of the best I've ever had. It's something I'll remember and talk about for a lifetime. I met amazing people, and everything was perfectly organized. Shout out to our skipper, Nejc, and host, Aisling, for going above and beyond for us, I can't thank them enough. Thank you Yacht Week ❤️

Date of experience : 15 July 2024

Skipper amazing

Our skipper, Louise Landin was amazing and made the experience as good as possible. She was helpful in all areas and catered to everything the group needed. Otherwise the experience was good. However the toilets on the yacht didn’t work well and we were charged from the charter company for toilets not working that was no fault of ours.

Date of experience : 05 August 2023

Best week of my life thanks to Bozo & Helen!!

Fantastic time, Best week of my life!! Bozo & Helen were the best skipper & host for this trip. They recommended all the best foods and places to see while keeping everyone safe on board. they made the entire trip worth it and really represented Yacht Week as trust worthy & prestige brand. 10/10 experience.

Second Time Here

Second Time Here! First Time was cool, Second time they messed our yacht. Organization was Bad and Girl / boy- Ratio is shocking!! Only boys! Was my Last Yacht Week, with This amount of money we spend, simply disappointed!

Date of experience : 17 July 2023

Hi Jonas, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

First time and I can’t wait to do it again

First time and I can’t wait to do it again! What an incredible experience with my friends. We had an amazing skipper, James Minkley and host, Sarah Henderson. They both were absolutely incredible, helpful, thoughtful, nice and downright fun. Will be requesting them if I can in the future!!

Date of experience : 05 July 2024

Greatest week ever

Absolute blast of week! Incredible people incredible staff all super well organized and all you have to do is lay back and enjoy the amazing events they have put on for you! Toni was the best skipper ever and had the most incredible recommendations for food and things to do on the island and Tea was the best host ever making the most incredible meals. If you are thinking of doing it getting a host is an absolute must and worth every penny. The FAQ answer any question you may have and there were no surprises.

Date of experience : 29 June 2024

Better The Second Time!

This was my 2nd Yacht Week (first did it in 2015), and it was even better than the first time. Although the overall experience is mostly the same, the caliber of the boats has improved. The new larger catamarans are great. We got lucky enough to have super experienced crew (shoutout to Simon and Jamison) and they were awesome. If you're on the fence, do it.

Date of experience : 06 July 2024

The best. Such a well thought out week clearly designed to promote socialising with fellow Yacht Weekers, which is exactly what my friends and I went for. Huge love to our skipper, Matteo, who was always available and perfectly managed our group.

Yacht Week, yes it’s worth it!!!

I recently experienced Yacht Week in Croatia, and it was absolutely phenomenal! Our skipper, Callum, and our host/chef, Gisselle, went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable trip. Their professionalism and friendliness set the tone for a perfect week. Each day was filled with endless fun, from lively parties to the thrilling regatta. We met amazing people from all over the world, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Callum expertly navigated us to beautiful spots, while Gisselle's delicious meals were a highlight of each day. Having been on other sailing experiences, I can confidently say this was the best. Yacht Week in Croatia, with Callum and Gisselle, was an unparalleled adventure I highly recommend!

Life Changing

I have just completed Yacht Week Sardinia - Refined Route. Reflecting on the connections I made this past month, I wanted to express my gratitude as Yacht Week has made such a big impact on my life. I recently turned 40 so the refined week came out at a perfect time. In 2011, I was living in Chicago and my sushi delivery guy brought me flowers one night after a delivery. He said, “Cassi, this is the fourth day I’ve delivered sushi to your apartment, you need to get out and make some friends.” That was absolutely embarrassing. Two weeks later I booked a cabin in Croatia and the rest is history. I met my husband, moved to Southern California shortly after and had my daughter – my proudest achievement.

Date of experience : 21 June 2024

Recently did yacht week x drumcode and…

Recently did yacht week x drumcode and can safely one of the best weeks of my life. Met some incredible people and each day was completely unique, mind blowing stuff. Our skipper was Charis and she was an absolute superstar and made every day smooth sailing! Thank you Yacht Week and Drumcode from the Irish crew! ❤️🇮🇪⛵️

Date of experience : 01 June 2024

I had a fantastic time…

I had a fantastic time with a crew that was so caring toward everyone on the boat. Our skipper Evanne not only made sure we were all having a good time and asked what we wanted to do at every stop but safely made sure we got to every destination without a hiccup! Our host Ben was basically a free therapist for the week he not only made delicious food but also made sure everyone on board was happy and did everything he could to keep everyone smiling! We love Ben and Evanne!

Bozo and Nela Express

The management and our personal skipper and host made this trip unforgettable. It’s so nice to truly feel like you’re on vacation and turn your brain off. Bozo and Nela were both Fantastic and I can’t recommend them enough. I’ve done this week twice now and it exceeded my expectations both times.

Date of experience : 25 May 2024

I've done 3 Yacht Weeks (2 in BVI and 1…

I've done 3 Yacht Weeks (2 in BVI and 1 in Sardinia) and they all ended being absolutely amazing! I met some incredible friends that now we're all doing travels together and it's been Epic! Get a yacht! Get a Skipper (required)! Get a Host (not required, but suggested)! Have a great time! In Sardinia I had Diego (skipper) and Marielle (host) and both were amazing!

Date of experience : 14 June 2024

Yacht Week - Croatia

Yacht Week Croatia was easily a 1000/10 and was one of the best experiences of my life! The parties and venues were beautiful and so much fun and the entire trip was so well organized! Our skipper, Marin and host, Kelsey did an incredible job and we couldn’t have asked for a better crew!! I will definitely be back!

Best bucket list thus far!

Every day I woke up and could not believe the dream I was living. Best time of my life. A little pricey but worth every minute. At least once in a lifetime event. From the themed parties, the amazing staff, most delicious food by our host Stejn and sweet skipper Luka to the well-coordinated itinerary. Just wow. Thank you

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Reviews 4.6.

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Best week of my life!!!

Date of experience : 12 July 2024

The Yacht Week was exactly what I…

Date of experience : 03 June 2023

Quarterdeck Academy in May 2024

Date of experience : 03 May 2024

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First of many Yacht Weeks

Date of experience : 13 July 2024

Life time experience

Date of experience : 15 July 2024

Skipper amazing

Date of experience : 05 August 2023

Best week of my life thanks to Bozo & Helen!!

Second Time Here

Date of experience : 17 July 2023

First time and I can’t wait to do it again

Date of experience : 05 July 2024

Greatest week ever

Date of experience : 29 June 2024

Better The Second Time!

Date of experience : 06 July 2024

Yacht Week, yes it’s worth it!!!

Life Changing

Date of experience : 21 June 2024

Recently did yacht week x drumcode and…

Date of experience : 01 June 2024

I had a fantastic time…

Bozo and Nela Express

Date of experience : 25 May 2024

I've done 3 Yacht Weeks (2 in BVI and 1…

Date of experience : 14 June 2024

Yacht Week - Croatia

Best bucket list thus far!

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THE TRUTH ABOUT YACHT WEEK | 6 Things To Know Before You Go

Last summer, my friend and I spent a week exploring Croatia, Slovenia and Montenegro then met up with Kiersten ‘The Blonde Abroad’ and the rest of our all-girls crew for a week of sailing in Greece with The Yacht Week . As a whole, I loved the experience, but there were several things I wish I would have know prior to booking the trip that would have allowed me to enjoy it to the fullest. So here are 6 things you should know before you go on Yacht Week.

1) The Yacht Week will be more expensive than you think!

I budgeted around $75 a day for food and drinks for our seven day trip and quickly realized that that was not going to be enough. Upon arriving, we were told we needed to go shopping for costumes for the sailing competition and parties. Next, we had to put money in for the “Kitty Fund,” which is food and drinks for the boat for the week. We also had to pitch in money to tip our skipper and pay for gas for the boat. At the parties you usually get 1 or 2 free drinks with your wristband, but after, that you pay for your drinks. So it can get expensive, especially if you want to splurge on bottle service. It’s nice to have a heads up on all this so you can budget accordingly. Bottom line: if you plan to drink and eat out and don’t want to worry about running out of money, you should plan to spend around $130 USD/day. Here’s a quick budget breakdown…

$150 Kitty $50 Costumes $525 ($75/Day Restaurants + Drinks x 7 Days) $100 Gas/Tip for Skipper $100 Bottle Service _______ $925 TOTAL

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2) The Yacht Week is more about partying and less about sailing

Yes, you will sail from island to island (my favorite part of the trip!), but the main focus of Yacht Week is the parties they throw. There is a big welcome party the night you arrive, and for the rest of the trip, there are day parties and night parties every single day. I didn’t fully understand this coming into the trip so I wasn’t in the right frame of mind, but once I realized the basic agenda was sailing from party to party, I was able to just go with the flow and also plan some other stuff I wanted to do, without feeling like I was going to miss out.

With that said, I highly recommend skipping one or two of the day parties and exploring instead. On the Greece Route , forget the day party at Love Bay Beach (it’s a dirt beach and not that pretty) and check out Poros! There is a lot to see and you only get one night there, so skip the day party and wander around this cute little town. Also, Hydra Island ( my favorite stop on the Greece Route ) is another must see! Definitely ditch the day party and spend your time exploring this magical place. There are so many gorgeous spots to take photos on both islands.

3) Unless you splurge on a bigger, nicer sailboat, you will not be able to use the toilet onboard for #2!

You can go pee on all the sailboats, but you can’t flush toilet paper down the toilets, and on many of them, you cannot go #2. I am sorry. I know this is a disgusting topic, but it is even more disgusting and horrifying to find yourself on a boat, sailing for hours or docked somewhere overnight, and realize there is nowhere that you can go to the bathroom. My friend Misha and I stayed at several hotels along the way because neither of us wanted to handle not having proper use of a toilet for days on end, but many girls were not as lucky, and there are some very embarrassing stories that I will not repeat here. Had we known about the bathroom situation prior, we would have splurged on a bigger sailboat that could accommodate people using the toilet. So make sure you look into this before you book your boat!

4) Your boat will get dirty real quick!

We had an all-girls crew and our cabin still got crazy dirty every day. Make a pact to all help clean. If everyone pitches in, it takes just a few minutes a day to keep your boat clean. Stay on top of dishes. Do them right after you are done eating, and try to keep all your personal stuff in your own cabin. The last thing you want is to spend a week in a tiny cramped, filthy space. This is the real Yacht Week v. your Instagram Yacht Week…

5) There is no air conditioning on the smaller sailboats

This is really not a big deal but when it’s very hot, it is hard to sleep in the cabins. I recommend bringing a yoga mat or buying one the first night you are there, so you can lay it out and sleep on the deck of the boat at night. And if you do choose to sleep on the deck, make sure someone sleeps next to you. A lot of people will be walking to and from the boats at all hours of the night, so it is safer to use the buddy system, especially for girls.

6) You will have the time of your life!

Just go! If you can’t find a friend to go with you, just go on your own. Every single girl on our boat was amazing and our skipper, Gregor , was one of the kindest and most responsible guys I have ever met! I had the time of my life and I can’t wait to go on another Yacht Week trip, especially now that I know what to expect. It is nothing like the real world and it will be an amazing experience!

Do you have you been on Yacht Week? Please share your stories, tips, and questions in the comments below!

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Great article Vanessa! I have been on Yacht Week a couple of times now, its super fun, but its definitely good for newbies to Yacht Week to hear how to prepare to make sure they really enjoy it! Completely agree on splurging on a bigger better boat, we went for a much larger yacht for BVI than we had in Croatia and it made such a difference! (Having a stand up cubicle shower next to my cabin was a treat!!) Thanks for sharing your tips! You girls and the bikinis are really cute too!! xoxo

Done yacht week three times – great experience. But as you said its about party. Now moved on to Sailing Nations which focuses more on sailing and has super interesting sailing destinations.

Hi Bob! Thanks for sharing! I will have to check out Sailing Nations. Sounds very cool! I love being out on the water. Sailing makes you feel so free!

I’ll be leaving in a few weeks. Wondering what the currency will be like and how much to exchange. Did you use Euros? Or Kuna?

Hi Liz! Greece is on the EURO. Are you coming from the US? Right now 1 USD = .90 EURO – Enjoy your trip! X

Croatia is on the Kuna.

Great article ! really helpful for rookie yacht weeks . I will leave in a few weeks for the Italy route. Do the budget shown here applies for italy as well?

Hi Gil! I haven’t bee on the Italy route yet but the activities and cost will probably be similar. Have fun!!!

What currency is your estimated cost list in? Thanks so much!

Hi Eloise! It is in USD! X

Hello Vanessa. I’ve got a group of 4-6 guys who want to go to Croatia next June and definitely want a higher end boat. I assume we should be able to set this up as their must be others who are willing to spend more to get more. A couple of questions; are all boats single sex boats? Would it be wise to get a few hotels at some of the ports/stops? How about paying for a single cabin? Basically I’m trying to gather as much information as possible before booking starts in a couple of weeks. Thank you, Chip

Hi Chip! If you just want the boat to be your 6 friends I am sure you can find a high-end boat that will work for you (you’ll just need to pay more for a nicer boat) but generally Yacht Week wants there to be at least 50% girls on the boat. So there are all girl boats and mixed male/female boats but rarely all male boats. However I am sure it is possible to have an all male boat. I would contact Yacht Week directly to ask about this: [email protected] | As far as hotels, if you get a nice boat with proper bathrooms you won’t need to rent hotel rooms. I would recommend putting the money you would spend on hotels rooms towards getting a nicer boat with nice, proper bathrooms. Have a blast on your trip! X

Hi Vanessa, excellent piece of work! I wanted to ask you few things because i’m planning to go with some friends of mine from Argentina. If you can answer, that will be appreciated. 1. I read that a Hostess is really helpfull. But, the captain that is not included, is 100% neccesary? 2. How much is the bottle service approximately? 3. How much did you spend, between food, drinks, extras and yatch during the entire week? 4. It’s recommended to make a reservation just for me and my friend, and then the company join us with another group for the 50% rate of men?

Hi Juan! Thanks for your questions! 1) You don’t need a hostess but I am sure it would be nice to have one. You absolutely need a captain or a skipper to sail the boat. 2) Bottle service prices vary depending on where you go. We did the Greece route and I think our bottle service was about 150 EURO for 1 bottle but again this varies. 3) In my post you will see the price breakdown. It was approx $925 USD for the week for my trip. 4) Yes, I would book spots for you and your friend and the rest of the boat will be filled with a mix of males and females for a 50% female/male ratio.

Your review was so helpful! We just booked a yacht for Greece!! Cannot wait!

Hi Sharita! I’m glad my post was helpful! Have a blast in Greece!!! X

Hi Vanessa. Thanks for your blog post # 1 was most important for me as I definitely wanted to know how much additional cost I would be spending. I typically budget $100 per day for trips. Great blog post in general. I will be sharing this with my crew.

Thank you Orane! Glad you found the post useful! And thanks so much for sharing it. If you or your friends have any questions about The Yacht Week you are welcome to post them in the comments section here and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible. X

Hi! When I think of yacht week, I want those typical parties where the boats link together in the ocean and create a mini village to mingle for the day. I’ve only heard of this on Croatia routes. Does this happen for Greece at all?

Also what’s the age range like?

Hi Arly! This does happen on the Greece route, and I think all of the routes! The age range is typically a majority of people in their early to late twenties, with some people a little younger and some people in their early to mid thirties. Most people you will be in there twenties. I think I was twenty-nine when I went, which is on the older side! Have a blast!

Hi Vanessa! Great article. My best friend and I plan on doing Croatia this summer! The $130/day you estimated, does that include the port fees and electric fees at each port? Thanks!

Hi Lindsey – thanks for reaching out. I don’t remember specific cost for port fees or any electric fees but I know our Kitty Fund that everyone pitched money into at the start of the trip cover all the boat related costs on the trip, so yes, all your boat fees are included in the $130/day! X

Hey Lindsey, are you and your friend booking your own yatch? We’re looking for two girls to join our crew for week 25.

Question: the catamarans seem a lot more stable (and thus probably a better place to gather people for the party) whereas the Beneteau Oceanis 60 is just a sexy beast. We want to make sure we can have people over at our boat to party (and that it is stable enough for it). Which one do you think is the way to go (from your observations)?

Hi Kay – I am not a boat expert but I think any sailboat would be fine to have people on to “party” as long as you don’t go over the max weight limit for the boat. The skipper will let you know how many extra people you can have. X

Have you reviewed or compared the two routes? I can’t decide between Croatia and Greece. I have visited both and loved them both for different reasons. But, I am so torn between the two routes.

Hi Jami! I have been to both Croatia and Greece but I have only done Yacht Week Greece. I can personally say YW Greece was amazing but don’t have any experience with the Croatia route. However I am sure it is amazing too! My friend Kirsten – The Blonde Abroad – has done both and she gives a good review here: http://theblondeabroad.com/2014/11/03/best-route-yacht-week/

Hope this is helpful!

Hello Hello, may I ask what marina did you leave from and did you happen to see any yacht week prop stores near the marina are on your route? Someplace to buy floaties, temporary tattoos, UV body paint, and the like. We’re trying to maximize our carry on space by strategizing what we can buy in Athens.

Hi Lynette! I took this trip a few years ago so sorry I do not remember the name of the marina but I remember stores for everything we wanted to buy were within walking distance of our boat including a place to buy floaties, body paint and costumes etc! So unless there is something specific you want you can just go buy stuff with your boat crew when you arrive! 😉

Where do the floaties go after Yacht week? I leave in about 3 weeks and am purchasing floaties now. But every photo I see everyone is on a floatie. Would it make sense to just buy some off of them instead of lugging them half way accross the planet in a carry-on? Or is somewhere in Split just the location of the worlds largest floatie graveyard

Hi Jason! On the Greece route there was a store right in the harbor where we bought floaties the day before we set sail. I don’t know what people do with their floaties after yacht week. Mine got holes along the way and deflated so I threw them away but I would have given them to someone if they made it to the end! You can probably just wait and buy them when you get there. Maybe buy one floatie before and then get the rest when you arrive that way you know you at least have one!

Vanessa, Great article. I’m planning on doing this with a few friends. I noticed that you kept bringing up bottle service as being expensive. What if we ended up buying a lot of supplies (booze included) before getting on the boat. Would that be an issue? Maybe you pointed this out already and I stupidly missed it. Thanks.

Hi Allen! Thanks for your comment! I just mentioned that if you want to splurge on bottle service it is expensive and can add up quickly. You can also of course buy supplies and just drink on the boat and not spend money when you go out to the parties but you can’t bring alcohol with you the clubs obviously, so if you want to drink while there you will need to factor in the extra cost of drinks. TYW gives you a wrist band that usually gives you at least 2 free drinks at each party but you have to buy your own drinks after that so just be sure to factor in the cost if you plan to drink when going out!

Great read, very helpful! I noticed you mentioned 100$ for tip/gas (how many people were on the boat total?) Just trying to get a rough estimate on how much we should tip our skipper, including myself, we have 7 people.

Hi Jade! We had a crew of 8 girls. I think the amount you tip should depend more on how good your skipper is/ how much he does and how much your sailboat cost to rent. We had a small, cheaper boat but our skipper was really awesome so we wanted to tip him well. He went above and beyond to make sure we were all safe, happy and having fun! Hope this helps. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have more questions! Have fun!

Is there a farewell party Friday night on the Greece route?

Hi Alyssa – Thanks for your comment. I don’t remember there being a farewell party on Friday night! X

Thanks for the help! Does anyone have any recommendations for other cities/countries to visit before/after Croatia yacht week? Trying to book a 2-week trip overall, and there are so many options! Would love help narrowing it down! 🙂

Hey Vanessa, There are 8 of us girls looking into booking this summer, Greece or Montenegro route but we are concerned about the age range. We are between 30-35…what was the age range like? Also, we were debating on if we book in pairs (cabins) and be on separate boats or if we book our own, what are your thoughts?

Hi Kelsy! Thanks for your comment! Most people are in their 20s on yacht week but there are lots of people in their 30s too so you girls won’t feel out of place. I would try to rent your own boat all together. It will be easier if you are all together otherwise you will spend most of the trip just trying to meet up. Yacht week is about relaxing and having fun so you don’t want to work about stuff like that on your trip. You will also have plenty of time to mix and mingle with other people at the parties and when you are docked together or anchored during the day together! Hope you ladies have a blast! If any of you want to write a guest post about what it is like to do yacht week in your 30s I would LOVE to publish your story here! X, Vanessa

how much was it for each bottle for bottle service? would it be liter bottles or standard US 750ml bottles?

Hi! Bottle service in Greece when I went was around 150-200 EURO for US 750ml bottles. Cheers!

Is there a ‘best’ month to do yacht week? My friends and I don’t want to do the Ultra music festival. Curious if July or August is better. Thanks!

Hi Kelly! I don’t think there is really a best month but you might find cheaper flights and the places you go to might be a little less crowded in August. June and July are peak high season so best to try to avoid touristy spots during those months if you can.

Do you remember how much of your budget you were able to pay for with credit card, or how much of it had to be paid for with cash? I want to avoid converting too much of my money into cash euros for the Greece trip.

Hi Kurt! I paid for my spot on our boat with my credit card online prior to the trip. Everything else I paid for in cash. It is much easier if you have cash on hand to pay for meals and drinks etc. If you get bottle service at a bar you will be able to pay with a card but a drink here or there and meals where you are in a group it is much easier to each just throw in some cash. I would suggest taking maybe $300 out before you start the trip then getting more at one of your stops along the way that way just to be safe. I did not have anything stolen from me on the trip but it is always a risk if you have too much cash with you. Have fun! X, Vanessa

Yacht Week vs Sail Week: Which Is Better?

Yacht Week and Sail Week Croatia are both well-established travel companies offering various sailing routes around Croatia. This article is a side-by-side comparison of the two.

As a former yacht crew member, I get asked two questions pretty often:

1️⃣ First, is working on a superyacht really like what you see on Below Deck ? 2️⃣ What’s the difference between The Yacht Week and Sail Week Croatia?

The Yacht Week, the original company in this space, essentially invented this type of holiday. And Sail Week offers excellent value for money.

They both provide instagramable opportunities at every turn, and the best option for you will depend on your individual needs.

Let’s get started with what set’s these brands apart!

The Yacht Week is heavily focused on the party and music festival crowd . Their website offers a tasty selection of floating festivals and unique events by partnering with festival organisers and record labels.

If you are looking for remote island shenanigans soundtracked by some of the world’s best underground DJs, then The Yacht Week is a solid choice.

Sail Week is an ABTA member in the UK, and they offer financial protection on all their travel products. They strongly emphasise creating a memorable party atmosphere but with the added twist of offering chic excursions to sweeten the deal .

⚖️ Product Range Comparison

A few sailing routes can be compared directly, and they are in Croatia and Greece. However, for the sake of this article, I have only compared routes that are similar to each other.

The Yacht Week (TYW) Sailing Route Range

The Yacht Week features eight different sail routes for you to choose from . All of The Yacht Week routes are listed below:

Hot Creations
Original Route
Athens Route , Greece
Ultra Festival Route
Hideout Festival Route
Tahiti Route , Polynesia
BVI Route , Caribbean

All the routes last for 7 days (6 nights), keeping with the mantra ‘yacht week’. The majority of the routes are in Croatia, and they follow the same itinerary except for the Hideout Festival route.

The Hideout Festival route begins and ends near the seaside city of Zadar. In comparison, the other Croatian routes start and finish in the town of Split.

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Sail Week Croatia Sailing Route Range

All these routes last an entire week, and there 6 to choose from depending on if you want to party flat out or find a more balanced vibe. They can be seen below:

Party Route
Ultra Route
Dubrovnik Route
Montenegro Route

The Party Route and Ultra Route are party-focused routes. And the balanced vibes are on the Dubrovnik, Athens and Montenegro routes.

Route Range Winner – The Yacht Week

📦 Package Comparison

Both brands have similar package options. However, the most significant difference is that Sail Week offers a Bring Your Own Booze (BYOB) option , which considerably impacts the price you pay for a given package.

The Yacht Week Packages

You can select from 4 different package types, namely:

Build your own

Monohull (43-46ft); Capacity 9 (4 cabins)

Air-conditioning

Monohull(47 – 60ft); Capacity 10(5 cabins)

Catamaran(40-45ft); Capacity 10(4 cabins)

The difference is the type of yacht your money gets you here. Classic packages offer monohull yachts in the 43-46ft range, and Luxury packages afford you access to catamarans in the 40-45ft range.

The luxury packages also include all the amenities available like air-conditioning, a host and half board meals. You can add a host and air-conditioning to the Build Your Own package.

Sail Week Croatia Packages

The options are below:

Deluxe Catamaran
Full Yacht (ideal for larger groups)

Monohull (43-50ft); Capacity 8-10 (4-5 cabins)

Food package

Monohull (43-50ft); Capacity 8-10 (4-5 cabins); Built 2016+

Catamaran(40-45ft); Capacity 8(4 cabins)

The standard packages get you a cabin on a monohull yacht in the 43-50ft range. Unfortunately, there is no option to add amenities like air-conditioning or a host to these packages.

The Deluxe Catamaran offers air-conditioning, a host, food package, and half-board included. The yacht size is in the 40-45ft range.

If you are a group, you can select between monohull or catamarans when using the Full Yacht Package with the option to add any of the Sail Week amenities.

Package Option Winner – Tie

🏝️ Route Comparison

*To compare apples to apples, this article will focus on similar routes between the two brands. First up is the flagship routes of each brand, namely; Original Route (TYW) vs the Party Route (SWC). Followed by both Athens Routes.

Original Route vs Party Route

Tyw – original route.

The direction of sailing/travel for the week is: Trogir > Bol > Natural Bay > Hvar > Vis > Trogir.

There are 10 weeks that this route runs, beginning on the last weekend of May and ending in mid-September.

Prices for peak summer (July) are considerably more than the end of the season (September), which is to be expected due to the demand.

You can select from 4 different package types: classic, premium, luxury, or BYO.

It’s hard to beat this route if you are looking for a party. The week lineup is simply jam-packed, and nobody does this better than The Yacht Week.

For your money, you’ll get an array of party shenanigans to experience:

Opening party in Trogir
Circle rafts floating festival
Dockside disco at Fort George
Buzz Boat party (a boat with DJ booth and Void Acoustics)
Carpe Diem party in Hvar
Tunnel raft party (like you see in the videos)
Headline DJs, including the like of Claptone and Gorgon City

Add in seaside yoga sessions, a castle hike in Hvar and even convertible VW Beetle exploring in Vis , and you have more than enough to keep you entertained for an entire week.

Yacht Week prides itself on being able to throw the best parties you’re likely to experience, and it makes them different in this regard from Sail Week Croatia.

SWC – Party Route

The direction of sailing/travel for the week is: Split > Supetar > Makarska > Bol > Vis > Vinogradisce Bay > Hvar > Split .

This route has 13 different weeks for you to choose between. For example, beginning the first week of June and ending the first week of September.

Each week, you can choose different packages depending on your budget or group size. The package options are:

The party atmosphere is also up there with the best, and you can expect everything from cave parties & beach parties to the infamous circle raft floating festival in the busiest weeks.

What makes Sail Week different from Yacht Week is the diversity of extra activities they offer. Everything from Sky Diving to Fly Boarding is an option for you, although not included in your package price.

Flagship Route Winner – The Yacht Week

Athens Route (TYW) vs Athens Route (SWC.)

The direction of sailing/travel for the week is: Athens > Poros > Porto Heli > Ermioni > Natural Bay > Hydra > Athens.

You can choose from 10 available weeks from the end of May until the first week of September. This route begins and ends in Athens, where you will get to visit the Acropolis overlooking the city below.

There is a good dose of partying thrown in with the infamous Yacht Week circle raft (think boutique floating festival), day parties at Cavo Bianco, and beach parties on sandy beaches, complete with cocktail-sipping DJs.

In addition, there are wellness elements to enjoy in the form of sunset hikes and water volleyball to keep the hangover at bay.

The emerald waters of the Greek islands are famed for their marine wildlife, so dolphin spotting is almost certainly something you can bank on.

The direction of sailing/travel for the week is: Athens > Agistri > Hydra > Ermioni > Spetses > Dokos > Poros > Athens.

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In total, there are 14 allotted weeks available, and they start in June and run through until the middle of September.

The focus of this route is more toward the activity side, with the option to do stand up paddle boarding, wine tasting, quad biking, hiking and even donkey riding if you desire.

There is nightlife and partying on the islands you visit, but these are not organised by Sail Week, unlike Yacht Week on this same route.

If you are looking for hidden gems in the Greek archipelago, then this route will delight you with secluded coves, charming villages and unique coastal pine forests to explore.

Atehns Route Winner – TYW

💸 Price Comparison

Okay, so here we are at the all-important price comparison of the two. For simplicity sake, I’ve compared apples to apples again and taken the first week of August (6th-13th) for the Original Route (TYW) and the Party Route (SWC) and staked them side-by-side.

To keep it as balanced as possible, I’ve further compared each of their package tiers, and prices are per person (p.p)

Classic – €1000 p.p
Premium – €1725 p.p
Luxury – €2360 p.p

For the build your own package, the yacht selected was a 50ft Catamaran for a group of 10 people – a total of €2919 p.p (host and skipper included).

Local payment of 600 Croatian Kuna (~€80) per person applies to all bookings.

Standard – €826 p.p
Premium – €1058 p.p
Deluxe – €1490 p.p

For the build your own package, the yacht selected was a 50ft Catamaran for a group of 10 people – a total of €2413 p.p (host and skipper included).

Winner – Sail Week

🏆 Overall Winner

This Yacht Week vs Sail Week review demonstrates that The Yacht Week is the superior party holiday week due to its strong following and 15-years of experience.

TYW features more unforgettable parties and world-class DJs than any of its competitors. But, those factors also make TYW significantly more expensive.

Both premium brands provide similar experiences, and SWC is an excellent choice for fun-seeking revellers on a stricter budget. Their mix of parties and chic extra activities offers fantastic value when considering their premium options.

You could argue that you get better value for your money with Sail Week from the fact it’s 7 days & nights, as opposed to Yacht Week’s 6 nights.

Both are aimed at those who love travel and music festivals. The Croatian music festival scene is well renowned in Europe. With the option of these floating festivals, it is now truly world-class.

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8 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU GO ON THE YACHT WEEK

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Have you heard of The Yacht Week ? If not then let me introduce you to what could be the best week of your life. Back in 2014 I spent a week sailing around Greece on an all girls Yacht Week boat. We had an incredible time but there were some things I wish I would have known before the trip that could have made it even better. So here are eight things you should know before you go on The Yacht Week!

1) THE YACHT WEEK COULD BE THE BEST WEEK OF YOUR LIFE – JUST GO!

As you can see from the video above The Yacht Week looks like a lot of fun, and it is! This video is of The Yacht Week Greece trip I was on featuring some clips of our boat. I booked with one of my friends and prior to the tip I hadn’t met any of the other girls who were going to be on our sailboat. All the girls turned out to be awesome and we all made fast friends.

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If you can’t get a group of friends together to book your own sailboat don’t let that stop you from going on The Yacht Week. Just find one friend to go with you and book a two-person cabin! You’ll make new friends, and have the time of your life, especially after reading all my tips so you’ll know what to expect.

2) THE YACHT WEEK IS MORE ABOUT PARTYING THAN SAILING

The Yacht Week is basically one big floating festival! If you want to have a serious week of peaceful sailing then The Yacht Week is probably not for you. You will sail from location to location but you’ll spend a lot more time partying than sailing on most of The Yacht Week routes. You need to be in the right frame of mind for this prior to the trip. So if you plan on going on The Yacht Week put your party hat on and be ready to have some fun!

3) CHOOSE YOUR YACHT WEEK ROUTE BASED ON PACE

You’ll likely look at The Yacht Week website and see a destination you want to go to and decide this is the route you want to take. I advise against this. In order to have the best time possible book a route based on the pace you want to go at.

Since I went on The Yacht Week they have added several new routes including an Italy route which they are marketing as slower paced for “sophisticated sailors and the food fanatics.” I have only been on the Greece route so I can’t vouch for this claim but if you want to do less partying, and more sailing and exploring, booking the Italy route seems like the way to go.

The Greece route I went on is labeled at a mid paced route. I love music and parties but I personally would have preferred more sailing and sight-seeing. Based on my experience, I would describe the mid paced Yacht Week routes (Greece, Montenegro and BVIs) as party routes and the fast paced routes (Croatia and Croatia Ultra) as ultra party routes.

4) SKIP SOME OF THE DAY PARTIES & EXPLORE

As I said above The Yacht Week, overall, is more about partying than anything else but you are visiting amazing places on all of their routes so I suggest skipping some of the parties and exploring your surroundings. On the Greece route there was a day party and a night party at each stop. When we docked at Hydra Island , my friend and I skipped the day party and explored the island which turned out to be one of my favorite days on the trip! There are plenty of parties so don’t worry about skipping some of them and opting to take in some sights and local culture instead.

5) SPLURGE ON A PREMIUM SAILBOAT

This is a gross topic but I have to bring it up because I would never want anyone to be in the same situation the girls on my boat were on. Our Yacht Week boat was a cheaper, economy sailboat and it was not equipped for us to be able to do anything besides pee in the toilets. That’s right, we did not have proper use of toilets on our boat for an entire week! Because of this my friend and I ended up renting several hotel rooms during Yacht Week (read Nikki Beach Porto Heli and Hotel Miranda Hydra Island ) just so we could have use of a toilet and shower.

So what is the moral of this story? Don’t go for the cheapest boat you can find. There are now four types of yachts you can book with The Yacht Week – Economy, Standard, Premium and Premium Plus. Spend the extra money to book a premium sailboat, and check that you’ll have unrestricted use of the toilet onboard before you book.

6) THE YACHT WEEK IS MORE EXPENSIVE THAN YOU THINK

I budgeted around $75 a day for food, drinks and extras for our seven-day trip and quickly realized this was not going to be enough. Upon arrival we were told we needed to go shopping for costumes for the sailing competition and parties. Next, we had to put money in for the “Kitty Fund,” which is food and drinks for the boat for the week. We also had to pitch in money to tip our skipper and pay for gas for the boat.

At The Yacht Week parties you usually get one or two free drinks with your wristband, but after, that you have to pay for your drinks. Drinking every day can get expensive, especially if you want to splurge on bottle service. If you plan to drink and eat out and don’t want to worry about running out of money, you should plan to spend around $130 USD/day.

$150 Kitty $50 Costumes $525 ($75/Day Restaurants + Cocktails x 7 Days) $100 Gas/Tip for Skipper $100 Bottle Service _______ $925 TOTAL

7) YOUR SAILBOAT WILL GET DIRTY REALLY QUICKLY

We had an all-girls crew and our sailboat still got very dirty every day. In order to keep your boat from becoming filthy get everyone on your boat to agree from the start to all help clean. If everyone pitches in, it takes less than 20 minutes a day to keep your boat clean. Do your dishes right after you are done eating, and keep all your personal stuff in your own cabin. No one wants to spend a week in a tiny cramped, dirty space. This is the real Yacht Week v. your Instagram Yacht Week…

8) CHOOSE WHO YOU BOOK WITH WISELY

The last thing you want to do is go on what could be the week of your life with someone who can’t go with the flow, relax and enjoy an adventure. If you’re booking a two-person cabin with a friend make sure you are on the same page about what type of trip you both want to have.

If you can’t wait to get to The Yacht Week and party all week and your friend is looking for a peaceful, relaxing week of sailing and sightseeing it is not going to work. If your friend wants to do a luxury sailing trip but you want to book an economy sailboat to save money it is not going to work. This seems pretty obvious but I saw both of these scenarios happen and it is a buzz kill for everyone. Make sure you are on the same page with whoever you book The Yacht Week with, wether you are booking a two-person cabin or an entire sailboat.

Have you been on The Yacht Week? If you have any additional tips for our readers or questions for me please leave these in the comments below.

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May 4, 2018 at 2:53 am

Hi, where did you get your bikinis? I love them! Thanks!

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August 28, 2018 at 6:02 am

Great Blog! Yacht Charting is considered the best way of spending your holidays and is an interesting activity to include in your traveling.

May 5, 2019 at 5:30 pm

Im about to book the Greece trip with a friend but now I am really concerned about the bathroom situation… can you maybe tell me a little bit more about that?

June 18, 2019 at 7:11 am

The boats have marine toilets; you can use them for #1 and #2, you just can’t flush anything else down them. So that means you have a baggie for toilet paper you throw out once or twice a day. It’s not ideal, but it’s not as bad as you might think, and you get used to it pretty quick. Plus, you’re on land a lot and can use regular toilets pretty much any time you’re not sailing.

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Yacht Week Croatia Review – The Straight Facts

The Yacht Week Croatia Review: Know Before Your Go

Perhaps you've heard to rumours, the stories, and the legends about the Yacht Week. It sounds awesome. But so did the Taco Bell Cheese Roll-Up burrito . It is all hype, or is it the real deal? This Yacht Week Croatia review has the answers.

In the interest of educating the masses, I sacrificed myself. From Aug 9-17 ten buddies and I embarked on the Yacht Week Croatia in search of the truth.

We found it.

My Yacht Week Croatia review summary is that it's awesome… b ut i t's not for everyone. And there are definitely some things you should know in advance. Here are some key figures to shed light into the inner workings of the mayhem and help you prepare for your own experience:

And for those of you who don’t know what the Yacht Week is, watch this video:

The Yacht Week Croatia Review by the Numbers:

Number of nationalities represented at Yacht Week.Somewhat surprisingly there was nobody from Russia, the Middle East (not even Israel), or Asia. Nevertheless, the chance to cavort with and befriend people like you from around the world was definitely a highlight of the Yacht Week.

Number of nationalities representing 80% of the yacht weekers: American, Australian, Brazilian, Spanish, and German. In other words, while the Yacht Week Croatia draws a worldwide clientele, it's not THAT diverse.

Nationalities we had on our boat, “The Love Boat”: German, Swedish, Swiss, Canadian, Portuguese, South African, and Namibian. This definitely played to our advantage in drawing the attention of other boats.

Estimated age of the average yacht weeker. The youngest were 22 and oldest closing on forty, but most were in the late 20s to early 30s range.

Average age of the skippers, who are supposed to keep everything in control. No wonder chaos ensued.

This may be crude, but no Yacht Week Croatia review would be complete without sharing how much sex goes on. Fifteen is the number of girls the eight single guys in our crew “got intimate” with during the week. Just under two girls per guy might not seem like a lot, but most of our crew settled on “Yacht Week girlfriends”, meaning they hooked up with the same girl each night. If getting laid is one of your objectives at Yacht Week Croatia, you're in luck. It is very easy.

Percentage of yacht weekers who were female. At least. If anything, there were more girls than guys. Everyone—guys and girls—seemed to agree it was an ideal ratio.

Estimated total number of hours we were actually at sea. And some of that was early in the morning while we were sleeping. The vast majority of our time was spent anchored or at harbor. The Yacht Week is not about boating; it's all about partying.

Hours we actually had the sails up. We only put our sails up twice in the whole trip.

Estimated average sleep quality score, out of 100 during the trip. The cabins get unbearably hot at night. This forces you to sleep on deck, which is not designed for sleeping. And sleeping outside leads to an inevitable early wake up as soon as the sun comes up. I’d recommend following the skippers’ lead: bring a hammock and something to cover your eyes.

Number of full meals we ate per day. With the exception of one egg salad, that meal was always pasta. Other than that, for sustenance we snacked on fruit, cereal, pizza, sausages, bread, and booze.

Boats doing the same route as us, the Yacht Week Croatia Black Route. At the same time, 46 other boats were doing the Red Route, which is the same route but in the other direction. That’s a lot of boats and a lot of partiers.

$850 (4900 kuna)

Total spent on groceries at the Getro by the marina before sailing off for the first time. We ate it all and then some.

$35 (200 kuna)

Amount we were extorted into paying for the 250 meter taxi ride to bring our haul of groceries from the Getro supermarket to the Marina Kastela. Bring some dollies or carts from the marina so you can push the stuff back yourselves and avoid being ripped off.

$10, $1, $0.5

Approximate cost of a bottle of vodka, a can of beer, and a kilogram of bananas respectively at the supermarket by the marina where we started our trip.

$30, $2.50, $3

Cost of the same vodka, beer, and bananas at the harbor by Hvar where we spent two nights. Buy as much as you can at the begging in order to save money.

$260 (1500 kuna)

Amount each of the eleven in our crew contributed to the pot, which was used to pay for joint expenses like groceries, gas, and harbor fees.

$4.50 (25 kuna)

Typical cost of a can of beer at the Yacht Week parties. If you’re a cheap-ass like me, be sure to pre-drink, or make a party mix that you can stash nearby.

$350-$900 (2000 to 5000 kuna)

Cost of getting tables at the parties. Don’t get tables. The parties are free-for-alls and you won’t be spending much time at your table anyways. If you want drinks, buy them individually or take advantage of other people’s tables.

Number of skippers (the guys we paid to captain our boats for us) who said Yacht Week Croatia is their favorite. Without exception, they said they thought the Yacht Weeks in Greece and the US Virgin Islands were better. That’s not to say Croatia is bad at all – it’s awesome – but food for thought for those considering signing up and deciding where to go.

Number of times in my life I will do the Yacht Week. It was an even better time than I expected, but it's the polar opposite of the type of traveling I prefer (blending in) and I’m not sure my body could survive another. Plus, it’s expensive and there are plenty of other experiences and parties to be had in life. I recommend everyone do it once at least. And if you’re crazy, you’ll be back for more.

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10 thoughts on “Yacht Week Croatia Review – The Straight Facts”

Just did The Yacht Week Croatia. Wish I read this before going there to be a little bit more prepared. Really liked your article and all the numbers – especially the cost for taxi and food supply. Actually, all the numbers were quite accurate and interesting!

SUPER HELPFUL, thank you!

Glad to hear it, Alexandra! Enjoy the summer

All the guys and girls are so shredded and ripped. Does this mean that the less attractive bodies don’t get a fair chance to get laid ?

Hi Kamlesh. I'd say it's no different from the non Yacht-week world.

Thanks for sharing! Was searching info for the yacht week and found this article helpful.

You're welcome. This post is getting old, so hopefully some of the info in it remains reasonably accurate.

Hi, two things:

1.Im planning to travel in July, should I opt for an AC yacht or non AC one? is the heat really unbearable? 2. A bit embarrassing but I am a snob in these How well equipped are the toilets of the yacht like?

THANK YOU FOR THESE GREAT TIPS. The company emailed my friends and I that our boat is no longer available. Im hearing the ac yacht is not worth it. Some nights the boat ran out of fuel and they didnt have ac until later that morning. What is your opinion?

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We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Schlechte Planung der Woche, überteuerte Partys und gar keine Freiheiten. In Summe sehr viel Geld für gar nichts! Kann ich keinem empfehlen! Finger weg von dieser Veranstaltung!

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Komplette abzocke, bloß nicht hingehen die ziehen euch gnadenlos das Geld aus der Tasche.

Very terrible and the badest Service i…

Very terrible and the badest Service i ever See

Unverschämt in allerlei Hinsicht. Management unberechenbar!

Nie wieder. Man fühlt sich von vorne bis hinten absolut nicht wohl. Auf gar keinen Fall empfehlenswert.

Datum der Erfahrung : 10. Juli 2023

Wurden voll abgezock

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Nicht die richtige Yacht bekommen für…

Nicht die richtige Yacht bekommen für die wir bezahlt haben.

Datum der Erfahrung : 15. Juli 2023

Die beste Woche meines Lebens

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Hi Ecir, We appreciate you sharing your experience but would like to address that on the week your group booking was removed from our event due to misconduct and a breach in our booking terms. We understand that this will have been disappointing, however, we stand by and support the decision made by our on-site team. At The Yacht Week, the safety and well-being of our guests and staff are of paramount importance and in line with these terms our team responded promptly and firmly to maintain a safe environment for everyone involved. While we acknowledge that this decision may have been difficult, it was necessary to ensure the well-being of all attendees. It is disheartening that your group has left feedback which may be misleading to future customers and if you have any further concerns or would like to discuss this matter further, please don't hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team.

Nie wieder Yacht-Week.

Nie wieder Yacht-Week. Amk.

Datum der Erfahrung : 16. Juli 2023

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Total unorganisiert! Völlig überteuert!!

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Greece Route!!

4th yacht week and it was amazing once again!! Tiago and Julie were awesome and it’s literally the best week of my days!! People from all over the world come together to relax, leave behind our stress from our everyday lives and just enjoy the moment with awesome views, experiences and events with even amazing people!! I’ve met some long lasting friends from these trips and I would totally recommend everyone doing it!!

Date of experience : July 22, 2023

Yacht Week BVI: INCREDIBLE!

The only word to describe Yacht Week is: INCREDIBLE! Amazing people, both staff and guests, top class organization, and the most beautiful party sites/venues! Everything was perfect and it’s really hard to describe the experience in words. 10/10 would do again and recommend to anyone who loves to have a great time and meet new people. Thank you Yacht Week for an unforgettable week!

Date of experience : January 04, 2024

BEST WEEK EVER

Yacht week was quite literally the best week of my life. We did the first Croatia route in from May 25-31, 2024 and got the Premium Catamaran. HIGHLY recommend our host Maia who cooked the most amazing food. We also got really lucky with our skipper Ivor. I loved the itinerary even though it was jam packed because it took all the stress off of a bunch of drunk hooligans who would not know where to go or how to get there unless we were literally chaperoned lol. Overall 1000/10 trip. I think the value is really there when you experience what you get to do for an entire week. Paying for 90% of a vacation in advance means it's basically free anyway ;) #girlmath Croatia was really beautiful, and we were on the water a good amount and got to see so many cool destinations. It was truly a unique and "is this real life" type of experience that I am proud to have shared with the other amazing humans we met along the way. My group loved it so much we want to make it an annual thing, but trying out different routes each year. If you're on the fence, just BOOK THE TRIP. You won't regret it.

Date of experience : May 25, 2024

100/10 recommend The Yacht Week if you…

100/10 recommend The Yacht Week if you want to experience the best time of your life and make memories that will last a lifetime! Each location is unique in its own and will leave you wanting to another one after each week!

Date of experience : April 06, 2024

Highly Recommend Yacht Week

I gave Yacht Week a 5-star review for several reasons. The booking process and app functionality are easy to navigate and informative. The company also organized high-quality events and fostered a fun atmosphere. Everyone was polite, professional, and outgoing. I would highly recommend this company.

Date of experience : June 29, 2024

Once in a Lifetime

Had an absolutely once in a lifetime experience!!! We had the most amazing, knowledgeable skipper Monty & the sweetest, talented host, Sophie. I can’t thank them enough for having fun with us but also watching out & making sure everyone was safe. TYW was an experience worth every penny. Amazing events, beautiful locations, phenomenal food!! <3

Date of experience : June 03, 2023

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Hi Susy, Thank you so much for your feedback, this is so lovely to hear! 🥳 Monty and Sophie sound like they looked after you and your group well! On your next trip be sure to request them within 7 days of making your booking! 🎉 Best, Claudia

Loved it! I had the opportunity to bond with my incoming MBA class, have fun, explore Croatia, and eat incredible food cooked by our host. We were stuck in Hvar for 3 nights and didn’t get to visit Bol because of the windy weather, but TYW crew handled it all professionally. They planned other activities and I had an amazing time.

Date of experience : July 28, 2023

Skipper was a world class subject matter expert…

Skipper was a world class subject matter expert. Our Skipper - Manu had over 200 trips in his repertoire - we were delighted and grateful for his skills and support. Our Host Alessia was always there to help us not only in the boat but also in parties outside - She was thoughtful, caring and supportive in situations we were completely unaware of. Also helped that she participated in TYW as a guest herself so she always presented it from those pov’s. We loved our Crew! Thanks TYW!!!

Date of experience : May 22, 2023

Best Week Ever

Best Week Ever! Honestly went into this expecting it to be an insane fun week unlike anything else... and was still blown away. Everybody was great, and our skipper Jake was fantastic! Everyone on our boat came in separate pairs and we all still had a fantastic time. Every employee we had any interaction with were super friendly (and medical staff were beyond helpful when needed lol). Would definitely spring for a host but otherwise the yacht week is something everyone should experience! Island hopping in Croatia with dozens of boats of people from all over... when else will you do that!

Date of experience : June 17, 2023

BEST WEEK EVER EVER

Honestly, the greatest holiday I’ve ever been on, ever. Was so unbelievably vibes to sales the sea around Greece with by best mates and all made possible by YW! Boat was class, and super clean and loads of room to chill, cook, drink, play games and have lols. Jumping off the boat and practicing diving is addictive! Skippers were so fun and professional, felt so safe and looked after. The shop is a mammoth task, so get ready for that, but completely worth (just remember to take water and a big list!! Overall 10/10 experience Can’t wait for next year xxxxx

Date of experience : August 26, 2023

Yacht week was 10/10

Yacht week was absolutely amazing and the best way to see Croatia in our opinion. We tacked on a few days in Split and Trojir but overall couldn’t be more grateful we saw so many islands. I would highly recommend this to anyone who wants a curated trip and we are planning to do it again in multiple places such as Greece or Tahiti.

Date of experience : September 01, 2023

Vacation of a lifetime

Vacation of a lifetime. All of the hype you see in videos and marketing material don't even compare to how much actual fun this week is. You get everything you could want in a vacation; seeing new places, relaxing in the sun, insane partying, great food, and meeting new people from around the world. All the while, you're on a yacht. While the trip may seem expensive, I would say that it's worth the investment. Don't pass up on a host either, it will make or break your trip without getting one.

Date of experience : June 24, 2023

Chloe & Ella

Chloe and Ella took the best care of us during my first yacht week so much so that I had to go again a few weeks later to experience it all again. Everything was pre planned so all I had to do was turn up and well… TURN UP. I couldn’t recommend it and them anymore than I am right now because I never expected to meet so many amazing people on the other boats as well as the yacht week crew and skippers. The parties were insane, the food was just as good if not better because of the never ending hangovers 😭 honestly 100/10 experience !!!

Hands down the best trip of our lives…

Hands down the best trip of our lives and worth every penny! Our hostess Daryl Surtees and skipper Ashton Hyde are the best in the game and made our week absolutely exceptional! Highly suggest adding a host, booking a catamaran, and bottle service everywhere. Also be prepared for the extra fees that they clearly lay out on the website for you. It’s so nice to just pay them to do all the planning and you just show up to party. Everyone should experience yacht week at least once in their lifetime, I promise you won’t regret it!

Date of experience : August 05, 2023

Everything about the Yacht Week…

Everything about the Yacht Week (Original Croatia Route) was great from start to finish. All the staff were so helpful in terms of answering the many questions we had and the organisation of the water taxis and parties was so well done! The music exceeded my expectations and the Yacht Week was the most fun and beautiful way to experience the islands of Croatia. Costly, but worth it as it was hands down one of the best weeks of my life. I would certainly recommend it to anyone that loves the sea, meeting new people and partying :D

Date of experience : July 15, 2023

The most epic adventure of my life

I’ve dreamed of going to yacht week for years, this year I was finally able to go and it went beyond my expectations. This vacation is more than just time on a boat - it is an adventure of a lifetime. The company did an impressive job organizing all the events for a large group of 70 boats in w27. Each day felt like a new chapter in a new location, I was either partying, exploring, or making friends the entire time. Hard to complain when you are having such a good time. The yacht week family will always hold a place in my heart.

Date of experience : July 07, 2023

YOU HAVE TO DO IT

Had an amazing week! Did the Croatia route and everyday I was in complete awe of how incredibly well thought out and put together everything is organised and how stunning the places that they take you are! They tailor the week based on the weather which is great and the parties are absolutely insane, you can't have one bad night! Our host and skipper made sure everything ran smoothly and that we knew what the plan was each day and how to get to and from the events - And the food the host cooks are fantastic (Don't skimp out, just get one!)

Date of experience : June 10, 2023

We had the best time at Yacht Week…

We had the best time at Yacht Week Croatia! Our skipper Aoife and our host Casey were phenomenal! Extremely attentive, caring and nice! They were always making sure we had everything we need and ensured everything was running smooth. The itinerary for the week was so eventful and packed! We got to do a bit of everything. It was definitely worth it! I’d recommend it to anyone, whether you’re travelling alone, as a pair or as a group. You get to meet so many amazing people and create memories for a lifetime!

Date of experience : August 12, 2023

Absolutely Incredible

Absolutely Incredible. A once in a lifetime experience. Especially with the help of Ella. Will definitely be booking again. Didn't think it was possible to have this much fun in one week. The only problem is now every other holiday is going to feel very boring in comparison

W28 Ultra route

The yacht week is a organised and created a week of seem less fun. From incredible food and activity recommendations from our Skipper, Caydon, to the beautiful swim spots we visited, meanwhile ensuring we were safe at every turn, while also hyping us up for all TYW special events on each day!! The events crew, especially Charlotte, Roni and Kiara, lit up the vibe every time we saw them, they have contagious energy and can answer any question, we were so grateful (and don’t miss yoga)!! The way all the skippers and crew work together to build the tunnel raft, or to solve any little problem made us feel relaxed and confident. Our little crew on Agrippa had an unforgettable week and already planning the next one 🥳

Date of experience : July 10, 2023

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Matlock star Kathy Bates announces retirement two weeks before show’s release

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Kathy Bates has announced her retirement, two weeks before her new show, Matlock, is to be released.

Bates, 76, stars as “brilliant septuagenarian” lawyer Madeline “Matty” Matlock, in the reboot of the Eighties and Nineties original, which starred Andy Griffith.

Created by Charmed producer Jennie Snyder Urman, the show also stars Jason Ritter, Skye P Marshall, David Del Rio, and Leah Lewis.

The Academy Award-winning star of 1990 film Misery, told The New York Times she had planned to quit the industry after an aborted movie – that she refuses to name – left her sobbing on her sofa.

“Everything I’ve prayed for, worked for, clawed my way up for, I am suddenly able to be asked to use all of it,” she said of her new show. “And it’s exhausting. This is my last dance.”

Bates described her career as: “Pain, pain, pain, pain, pain,” but added, “Do I have the right to feel this pain? When I was given so much?”

Her performances in American Horror Story and Two and a Half Men , earned her two Primetime Emmy Awards. Playing nurse Annie Wilkes in Misery won her a Golden Globe award as well as the Oscar for Best Actress, and she won a second Golden Globe for playing Jay Leno’s manager Helen Kushnick in The Late Shift .

“I never really thought about being a movie star,” she said as she revealed she felt unwanted growing up. “I just wanted to be the best I could be.”

But, her experience in the industry was not a smooth one, as she admitted feeling like a misfit throughout her career.

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“I never felt dressed right or well,” she said of her publicity for Misery. “I felt like a misfit. It’s that line in Misery when Annie says, ‘I’m not a movie star.’ I’m not.”

However, she added that acting “was the only thing I’ve had, ever.”

In a trailer for the forthcoming series, Bates’ character Matty says, “There’s this funny thing that happens when women age. We become damn near invisible. It’s useful, because nobody sees us coming.”

“Maybe on some deep level that’s why I was attracted to this,” she said, as she admitted to feeling the same need as her character to rectify the wrongs of the past.

Matlock premieres on CBS on 22 September 22

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