Is it the holidays? Or have you taken leave to embark on a mini vacay? Either way, it calls for a lovely getaway! And this time, you can make it a lil different by having this escape out on the open waters with your loved ones. Honestly, what sounds better than a private boat charter, the sun, the ocean, the people you love, and delicious food? It’s time to take off on a lovely marine adventure on a yacht and create everlasting memories together. So, to keep the trip enjoyable, out of the many key aspects to look out for – one of the most important ones is the food. No outing is ever satisfactory if the food isn’t up to par with the rest of the experience. Thus, to help you enhance the culinary experience of your yacht adventure, we’ve listed down 4 excellent dishes that you can request from the kitchen crew or cook up yourself! Shellfish Pasta Salad You can’t ever go wrong with serving seafood in the middle of an aquatic getaway. Imagine you’re by the waters, taking in the sights, as someone serves you some fresh shellfish pasta salad. Admit it; it sounds wonderful even in your head. Shellfish itself makes for a gorgeous sea-based meal. Pair it with some pasta and toss it into a salad. Sounds perfect, doesn’t it? You will have on your hands an incredible dish that will have people wanting for more. The best part about this dish is that it can be served separately with seasonings ranging from mild to spicy, allowing people with different flavour palettes to enjoy it without worries! Iced tea and Fish crackers We have to admit, our mouths are watering just thinking about this one. Iced tea and fish crackers might seem like an odd and unusual combination, but in reality, the flavours of both perfectly complement each other. The cool, rich taste of the iced tea, juxtaposed with the hot, salty flavour of the fish crackers results in a flavour palette that would be nothing less than heaven for your taste buds. For the most part, this dish would make for a perfect entrée. It will be light yet flavourful, and it will leave enough room in your guests’ stomachs so that they can still chow down on the dishes that you’ll serve after. Chicken with Tapenade This one gets us excited, that’s for sure. If you’re not familiar with what tapenade is, it is a flavour rich condiment that you can whip up with some fresh olives and some spices. It is super quick and easy to make, and one batch should satisfy a fair number of guests. Now, of course, you can’t serve tapenade on its own, even though it tastes heavenly by itself. The common thing to do would be to pair up this lovely condiment up with various meats. It pairs well with a juicy beef steak or duck, and it could even make a good vegetarian option if served with some nachos or pita bread. However, nothing beats the classic chicken with tapenade combination. You can cook your chicken any way you want it, but it’s recommended to grill them for the best taste. Top it off with some delicious tapenade and you are bound to satiate and delight everyone’s taste buds! Fish and Chips For our final recommendation, we want to go back to a classic. When you feel slightly homesick on your yacht adventure, nothing will remind you of home quite like a nice, hot plate of fish and chips. You can even make things interesting for … Read More

Whether they’re still at a wee age or already nearing adulthood, it’s important to always be involved in your children’s lives before they set out for the world. This usually entails family outings to make up for the lack of bonding time during the weekdays. To add a twist to your get-togethers and make it more exciting, why not try out a private cruise at sea? The sound of it alone is sure to perk up your kids no matter their age and even excite your significant other to boot! But to make it memorable for your little ones, it’s important to note that you still need to come up with some ideas to keep the journey entertaining for them. So, we lay down four fun ways boating can be the time of your life for your family. Do a movie marathon Watching a movie at home or the theatre is sure to be a regular concurrence for your kids at this point. But since they’ve never experienced watching one whilst at sea, this suggestion is anything but. If your kids have an all-time favourite movie that they just can’t get enough of, or they’d like to watch a new one that’s available online, why not play them during the trip? All you’ll need is a projector, a serviceable white sheet, and the movies that they’d like to watch. When the time is right, grab some popcorn, sit back, and relax in the viewing pleasure with the backdrop of a setting sun. Bring in some binoculars and monoculars No matter if you’re on a boating trip or just out at the mall, it’s not uncommon for kids to get bored in no time. So, before embarking on your private boat charter – to spice things up, you can bring along a pair of binoculars and let the kids have fun with it! If available, you can also opt for monoculars instead and let them play as pirates while the ship is moving. A simple gadget such as these is often enough to keep them preoccupied for hours on end. Go adventure fishing No aquatic getaway would be complete without fishing! Therefore, setting some time solely to fish with your little ones is essential to make some memorable moments. As a tip, it’s important to keep in mind that their enjoyment takes first priority in this activity, whether you fish for a hobby or not. This means that whether you score big or end up with a few small catches, what matters most is that they have fun. Since fishing inherently involves a lot of waiting, it’s crucial to keep them entertained while passing the time. One thing that you could do is to research ahead of time educate your kids about the different species of fish that can be found in the waters you’re traversing. Another suggestion would be to let them choose the locations they want to fish. Doing so allows them to feel in charge of a great expedition with the goal of bringing back the biggest catch man has ever seen! Don’t forget their toys and snacks during downtime Going out boating is typically a way to enjoy a relaxing and slow day. As such, it’s necessary to have some downtime after your children have had their fun playing at sea. Bring along their favourite snacks and toys to ensure that they can still enjoy themselves while talking a breather amidst the calm of the waves. Ideally, you should also limit their access to technology since it could prevent them from thoroughly enjoying the trip’s experience. Conclusion  An … Read More

Without a doubt, quality time is important for fostering bonds between family members; which is why occasional family bonding sessions come into play. Especially when considering how everyone usually has their own life to go about – putting aside some time to organise a family bonding event can help keep the bonds stronger than ever. Whether it’s during the holidays or the weekend – once you’ve found an appropriate time which fits everyone’s schedule; it’s time to think up the exact activity. So, rather than stick to the usual activities by the beach or park; for an all-new and memorable experience – why not consider a private yacht charter? Deepening the bonds between one another while onboard a yacht is an amazing experience; no vacation is the same with the beautiful sights, serene atmosphere, and enjoyable company. Read on to discover what it takes to have a bonding experience of a lifetime with your family members! Build a device with limited supplies In this challenge, you will split your family members into two or more teams, and every team will get the same set of supplies. With the items, they will have to work together to come up with an innovative product or a device. The team with the most creative product will ultimately win the challenge, and through this simple activity, you will get to witness the creative and never-before-seen personalities hidden within your family members. This will allow you to know your close or distant family members and their personalities better. Bring previously devised problems to solve Before the day of the activity, you will ask every team to think of a problem and then submit it. During the event, all the problems will be mixed in a hat, and every team will choose one. During this time, you will have to ensure that no team picks the problem they have created previously. Every team will get half an hour to solve the problem. They would have to utilise their creative ideas, communication, and interaction skills, and present it to you. The best problem solver will win this challenge and will take home a gift! Mental scavenger hunt A yacht is no big space, making it difficult for a scavenger hunt to happen – considering that it’s hard to hide items in any spot aboard a yacht. However, it only means that it’s time to brainstorm and be creative, by introducing another way to play the game of scavenger hunt – behold, “hidden” puzzles or brain teasers. Assign family members randomly in teams of two or three and have them move from station to station and attempt to solve the problems given. The team with the most puzzles or riddles wins! Building challenges Since it is practically impossible to assign a sandcastle building challenge on a yacht, why not introduce a lego building challenge? This activity aims not to award the team who has built the best lego structure but to give everyone a chance to take the lead by completing the task while coordinating with others. The best part about planning family bonding activities on a yacht is that you can enjoy interacting with your family members over delicious barbeque or finger food, and the tantalising sunset reflected on the majestic waves once the day is over. Switching up your usual family bonding activities can make way for a thrilling, unforgettable experience! All that’s left is to determine the private yacht charter cost. Get in touch with us, Valencia Yachts, for our yacht promotions which has been open to the masses since the start of Phase 3.

Nothing beats the feeling of being able to unwind with your family after months of working tirelessly. Why not take your unwinding experience to a new level? After all, you deserve every bit of it for working hard at work every day. For instance, imagine being able to relax with your family, onboard a yacht for the weekend. Especially with the many ways to strengthen the bonds with your family onboard a yacht – you can expect a swell of a team ahead of you! As such, this is why some families never fail to charter one every holiday or for a yacht birthday party. If you think it is too good to be true, then keep reading on to learn the various ways in which you can create unforgettable memories with your family on a private yacht charter. Plan your itinerary It is essential to include your kids and other family members while planning the activities you will be doing onboard the yacht! After all, one of the surefire ways to strengthen family bonds is by doing new activities together. When boarding a yacht, you can expect to try out a variety of events – be it sightseeing or island hopping. If you include your family members in the activities, you would easily be able to get them invested and looking forward to the yacht charter experience. But to take extra precaution, in light of COVID-19, make sure to check with the yacht company for any restrictions. Meanwhile, if you would like to go the extra mile, feel free to encourage your family members to decide the event’s colour code as it builds a sense of unity; which eventually adds to the yacht’s bonding experience! Organise fun activities For many, chartering a yacht is not an everyday thing. It typically is for an event like a birthday, wedding or just a special day set aside to bond with friends and family. Therefore, it is crucial that you make the most out of your time while on the yacht. A straightforward way to ensure that everyone is in the moment and enjoying each other’s company is by setting their phones aside. Not only will this promote more quality conversations, but it will also contribute to better memories built by the end of the day! If you have young kids, you could even teach them how to relax by just taking in the beauty of the scenery in front of them or even take the lead in jumping in the water with them. You could even include themed events like a Christmas family party, pirate night – depending upon your family’s preferences! Don’t restrict your culinary desires While onboard water, why not add to the experience by having seafood? You can request for the crew to prepare scrumptious dishes involving various plates of seafood. Eating together is one of the best ways to cultivate a tight knit family bond so ensure all your family members are present for the meal. While setting the menu, consider the food allergies, some of your family members might have to not cause them any discomfort on the trip from allergic reactions. Invite the grandparents If you have not got the chance to visit your grandparents in the last few months, this is the perfect way for you to make up for the lost time. You could even invite your extended family, especially since Valencia Yachts is licensed to accept bookings of up to 30 guests. Keep these four handy tips in mind while planning for your next family trip on a luxurious yacht. Remember to … Read More

Going on a family vacation is a great way to relax – as well as build great relationships and create unforgettable memories together. If you are planning to go on a long weekend yacht charter, then you have to plan a few activities before getting onboard to ensure an exciting and memorable experience. It’s also a unique way to deepen bonds among family members as you get both an arresting view and opportunity to partake in all sorts of new activities by the water. Without further ado, here a few family activities you can enjoy while sailing on the water! Fishing For children, it will be a great idea to pack in a few small and lightweight fishing rods. Let them create their own fishing bait and teach them how to carefully put it on a fishing hook. This will not only be a great learning experience, but it might just spark a new interest in your child. Meanwhile, older children can take it a step further and enjoy deep sea fishing and catch-and-release activities with older members of the family. Going onshore If permitted by the yacht crew, it would be an excellent idea to let the children go ashore at least once a day. Plan day trips to islands or nearby villages for some exploring, and let the little ones embark on a little adventure. Besides, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have to be on land for a long period of time; having a quick walk to a natural cove or viewpoint, or going for some quick local cuisine is a great way to enjoy the surroundings as well. Rent a SUP Stand up paddleboarding has become a sport that increases in popularity. You can either rent it from a nearby beach or arrange with the private yacht rental company to have a few available on board. This is a great active activity that requires a little bit of skill and will create hours of endless fun for the whole family. Snorkel Especially if you will be chartering over reefs and corals with shiny and colorful fish, it will be a great idea to go snorkelling. You and the rest of your family members can even move onshore to a beach where there are snorkelling instructors and equipment. Looking at the water below is a fun activity of exploring and creating awareness of beautiful nature. Board games and Digital entertainment For a relaxing experience that doesn’t require you to be near or in the waters at all, you can simply bring along a few forms of entertainment as well! While cruising along, you and your family can enjoy the entertainment of traditional board games like Scrabble, Monopoly, and cards. It’s up to you if you want to allow family members to enjoy playing games on tablets or not. If you’re planning to do so, it has been recommended to limit digital playtime to an hour or two a day. After all, it’s also important to enjoy each other’s company and bond with meaningful conversations! Try out colouring books Nowadays there is a coloring book for everyone, young and old. For the creatives in the family it will be a great idea to invest in decent colouring tools and let them express themselves creatively by colouring in pictures. Our family members will feel inspired when surrounded by nature and gorgeous scenes. Who knows? An artist might just emerge! Staying busy on and offboard is a great way to build memories and really enjoy each other’s company, so go ahead and try these out for a start! Our private yacht … Read More

Nothing quite beats having quality family time. Life can get so busy, and family members may start to grow apart from one another, resulting in one feeling estranged from the other. However, this only presents an opportunity for you to plan a family bonding session to reignite the relationship with your loved ones once more! So, if you’ve let the bond between you and your family skip; it’s time to embark on a private yacht rental for ample time to spend together reconnecting. Without further ado, here are a few things you can prepare ahead to ensure the time is spent well and caters towards family bonding. Plan your itinerary accordingly It’s important that the whole family’s interests are catered to. Spending too much time on one activity that only one of you loves and the others are not too fond of, is not a good idea for bonding. Sit around the table before disembarking, and discuss the interests of everyone. Take into account what everybody wants to do and plan an itinerary accordingly. You should definitely add excursions and activities that can be enjoyed as an entire family. For instance, it could be an activity as simple as bird watching! It’s a perfect way to keep everyone involved just by documenting on a field journal, identifying birds, and keeping a family log of every one of the birds you catch sight of. Whether it’s by taking or drawing pictures – prepare to get ready for some fun-filled adventure with your fellow family members. Limit the use of electronics This might be an unpopular rule, but when digital devices are removed from the equation, family members will be encouraged to actually speak to one another. After all, you want to actually spend the holiday communicating with each other rather than have faces stuck to their phones. Still, allocate a specific time of the day to let your family members take a break and unwind with their technological devices – be it for playing their mobile games or posting phones on their social media. Other than for that particular period, for the rest of the holiday – no digital devices! Once in a lifetime activities Just like a yacht birthday party, a family bonding session is a great way to create long-lasting memories. Without a doubt, there are loads of activities that you will be able to do once you are sailing around the coast. For example, you can take this opportunity to watch a sunset by the waters; something one won’t usually get to do when you’re on land! The experience is just extra sensational and it’ll definitely make for an excellent photo that you and your family will cherish forever. Create delicious food together Certain luxury yacht charters do have chefs who will be ready to whip up scrumptious meals according to guests’ preferences. But rather than leaving the cooking duties to someone else – why not do it on your own with your family members instead? If there is one thing that can bring a family together it’s eating delicious food, and it’s twice better when it’s a meal that has been cooked by everyone! Try out different kinds of cuisine and snacks; food that you haven’t tried before as a family. It could be Vietnamese, Korean, Thai or any other cuisine that appeals to you and your family! No matter the choice, as long as everyone is on the same page – the cooking experience will make for a fun one. Just make sure you do everything in your own kitchen beforehand so the cleanup process will be a lot easier. … Read More