Procedures
Qualifications
Each sailing party should have at
least one member possessing certificates of sailing competence.
In the event that we are not assured that the client is suitably
experienced, we reserve the right to refuse the handing over of
the boat or to hire a skipper for the entire duration of the charter
at the client's expense.
Charter
Terms
These are clearly outlined in the contract, which will be sent to
you after your notification of interest.
What the charter rate includes and
does not include:
Not included
- Food and
drinks
- Diesel fuel
and fresh water
- Mooring marina
and canal fees, if any
- Crew fees
- Clients'
personal holiday insurance, if any
Included
- The full
use of the yacht and equipment
- Clean linen,
towels, and blankets
- Assistance
from our staff at the base
- Yachts'
marine insurance
The
boat will be delivered with full diesel and fresh water tanks plus
two propane bottles for the gas store. At redelivery, our clients
will be expected to return the boat in the same condition or pay
for any differences.
Damage Deposit
A
deposit must be left with the company prior to departure, which
will be refunded at the end of the cruise provided that no damage/loss
has occurred to the yacht or equipment.
Insurance
All
yachts managed by Ioannou Yachting are insured against the risk of liability
to third parties and damage to hull, machinery, or equipment. There
is a deductible provision, the amount of which is related to the
size of the boat.
Provisions
Food,
drink, and other provisions are conveniently obtainable on most
islands, at markets near to mooring sites. Initial provisioning
will be done at dockside by special delivery vehicle prior to embarkation.
Because "dining out" on the islands is inexpensive, as well as entertaining,
charterers are encouraged, when provisioning, to emphasize supplies
for breakfast and lunch.
Cleanness
of the yachts
The
yachts will be delivered in a thoroughly clean condition. Cleaning
equipment is carried on board, and we will expect the boats to be
delivered back to us in the same condition.
Check-in
and -out procedures
The
yachts will be ready upon client's arrival. Our staff will demonstrate
and clarify all the features of the boat and will obtain departure
permission from the authorities. The necessary check-out procedures
will be made upon client's return by our waiting shore staff.
What
to bring
- Luggage
: Duffel bags or other forms of soft luggage
- Shoes
: Soft rubber-sole shoes, boat shoes, or sandals
- Hats :
Hats with brims that offer protection against the sun
- Medication
: Specific medication used by charterers should be brought
along in sufficient quantity for the total trip.
- Suntan
lotions : Light, skin-absorbing lotions and creams are preferred.
Avoid oily, greasy substances that can be dangerously slippery.
- Sunglasses
- Clothing
: Casual, comfortable clothing is best for everyday cruising.
A dress-up outfit may be useful for special visits and evenings
out. Include shorts, T-shirts, bathing suits, light cotton jeans
and shirts, and depending on the season, a light windbreaker and
a sweater.
- Audio
cassettes/CD's : Cassette or CD players are standard on virtually
every yacht. Bring your favorite cassettes or CD's to assure the
music you prefer.
Chartering
procedures
The
steps in chartering a Ioannou Yachting boat are:
1.
The client chooses the type of boat desired, the exact dates for
sailing, and the number of people in the sailing group.
2.
On notification of desire to charter, Ioannou Yachting puts a "hold" on
the boat requested, reserving it for 3 to 7 days.
3.
The client will receive a Ioannou Yachting charter agreement which must
be signed and returned with a specified deposit check for 25% of
the charter fee, within the time indicated by Ioannou Yachting.
(During
the "hold" period, the boat cannot be booked by another client.
Consequently, Ioannou Yachting must insist that the signed agreement and
deposit be received within the time requested.)
4.
The charter is confirmed immediately upon receipt of the signed
charter agreement and deposit.
The
balance of the charter fee is due at embarkation before the boat
leaves the port.
Appliances
The
electricity supply in Greece is an alternating current, 220 volts,
50 cycles. Appliances for 110 or 120 volts may be operated by using
step-down transformers having two separate windings which will eliminate
any danger of electric shock. Before taking any major American appliances
to Greece, it is advisable to check whether they can be adjusted
to Greek conditions.
There
are two different dialing systems in Greece -- tone and pulse. Therefore
telephone sets must be able to interchange from one to the other.
Dual voltage (220/1110 volts, 50/60 hertz) power adapters are required
for wireless telephone sets.
Official
Greek holidays
January
1, January 6, Lent Monday, March 25, Great Friday, Easter Monday,
May 1, June 19, August 15, October 28, December 25/26.
Emergency
Numbers
(Greater Athens area)
- Tourist Police
171 (inside Athens),
9227777 (outside Athens)
- Emergency
(Police) 100
- Fire
199
- First aid
center 166
- Hospitals
106
- Pharmacies
107
- Poison control
7793777
Port Police Numbers
- Piraeus
................. 01-4511311
- Andros
.................. 0282-22250
- Aigina
................... 0297-22328
- Lavrio
.................... 0292-25246
- Spetses
…………… 0298-72245
- Mykonos
………….. 0289-22218
- Milos
………………. 0287-22100
- Naxos
……………… 0285-22300
- Paros
………………. 0284-21240
- Poros
………………. 0298-22274
- Tinos
.………………. 0283-22290
- Hydra
.……………… 0298-52279
- Astipalaia
………….. 0243-61208
- Amorgos
…………… 0642-22340
- Ios
………………….. 0286-91264
- Kea
…………………. 0288-31344
- Kythnos
…………….. 0281-32290
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