What shall I take with me? I have been asked to skipper a charter yacht for a week.

[photodog]

A whip and a pistol. Respect is hard to earn in such a short time.

 

[mjcoon]

Bang on, crew may be mutinous if they can't charge their electronic devices...

There's almost certain to be a cigar-lighter socket at the chart table. I suggest taking a one-to-four socket multiplier (preferably with USB too) and telling the crew to get their own 12V chargers!

Mike.

 

[tudorsailor]

A 21 year old Swedish au pair with large assets is all you need Works for me.

Thanks for all the suggestions. I forgot to include the fact that SWMBO is accompanying me, so I will not be taking a Swede with me....................

TS

 

[sailorman]

Thanks for all the suggestions. I forgot to include the fact that SWMBO is accompanying me, so I will not be taking a Swede with me....................

TS

How about taking Sven

 

[PaulMcC]

Take a camera (ideally with a video function) and take a lot of pictures when you do the initial handover. As skipper your name is likely to be on the paperwork and if they charter company starts suggesting your trip caused the damage you'll be wanting those photos!

 

[dunedin]

Navionics on your phone - and if go for HD make sure you download the relevant areas before you leave
Odd bits of string / rope - amazing what can be done with a lash up !
Swiss army knife with bottle opener

Sorted

Forget the paper charts as should be on board - and Navionics better for backup and route planning at the bar

 

[tudorsailor]

Take a camera (ideally with a video function) and take a lot of pictures when you do the initial handover. As skipper your name is likely to be on the paperwork and if they charter company starts suggesting your trip caused the damage you'll be wanting those photos!

Now that is a really good idea!

TS

 

[scottie]

Egg cup

 

[Fantasie 19]

A whip and a pistol. Respect is hard to earn in such a short time.

LOL!

 

[doris]

Having done several flotillas all I take is leatherman, Swiss army knife, bit of thin Kevlar string, mozzie repellent, sun cream, electrical tape.
All the sailing stuff has been on board but it might be easier and quicker to do minor bodge than ask for help.
We are talking about skipper of the charter boat not flotilla leader.
Suppose ear plugs might help if sailing with unknowns, mayber for the crew if sunshine gets swimbo enthused.

 

[Minchsailor]

I have found that binoculars on most boats are pretty useless (at least, compared to mine), so if you have a nice pair may be a good idea to take them. I can't imagine a Greek flotilla yacht having even half decent ones.

Being a flotilla, I shouldn't think the sailing will be too adventurous or arduous, or that you will go too far off the beaten track - in fact, the yacht could probably find its own way to most places.....

 

[Minchsailor]

I have found that binoculars on most boats are pretty useless (at least, compared to mine), so if you have a nice pair may be a good idea to take them. I can't imagine a Greek flotilla yacht having even half decent ones.

Being a flotilla, I shouldn't think the sailing will be too adventurous or arduous, or that you will go too far off the beaten track - in fact, the yacht could probably find its own way to most places.....

 

[Tomahawk]

A wifi bat. and a sim card to suit.

 

[nimbusgb]

Swedes and parsnips, can't stand either of 'em!

 

[Seven Spades]

A packet of Twinings afternoon tea. If the charter company is any good it will include a radio and all the charts and pilot books you will need.

 

[mjcoon]

A packet of Twinings afternoon tea. If the charter company is any good it will include a radio and all the charts and pilot books you will need.

Surely the OP was not asking what UK speciality you would miss and therefore take with you (as it might be, Marmite)? Everyone has to decide how far to go native or pack their own moral support...

Mike.

 

[Tony Cross]

Be sure to take your brain. The crews on the flotilla boats will be in holiday mood (which generally means leaving their brains at home). Whilst you will of course join in the fun you need to remember you're a skipper at all times. In Greece a skipper (captain) is legally responsible for the safety of all on board.

Also be aware that under Greek Law is if someone on board is injured (and this is especially so if a Pan Pan or Mayday call is made) the port police have a legal duty to pass on all details to the public prosecutor to decide if the captain has been negligent and should be prosecuted. All Greeks know that they need to be careful what is said when a call for help is made to avoid this.

 

[nimbusgb]

Surely the OP was not asking what UK speciality you would miss and therefore take with you (as it might be, Marmite)? Everyone has to decide how far to go native or pack their own moral support...

Mike.

Perhaps but mjcoon's suggestion remains one of the best I've seen yet. 10 years sailing in the Ionian and I wouldn't consider any of the suggestions necessary enough to make a point of taking in that without them you couldn't take the boat out.

 

[doris]

A packet of Twinings afternoon tea. If the charter company is any good it will include a radio and all the charts and pilot books you will need.

Now you mention it, the tea bags are an essential but so is a couple of decent mugs. The ones on charter boats are usually rubbish.

 

[Fantasie 19]

Now you mention it, the tea bags are an essential but so is a couple of decent mugs. The ones on charter boats are usually rubbish.

+1 .. in fact that goes for any self catering holiday!