Which is Better: Half Board or Full Board Yacht Charter?

Half board vs full board yacht charters comes down to flexibility and dining style. Half board (also called “partial board”) includes some meals on the yacht, leaving room to enjoy restaurants ashore. Full board covers all meals onboard with a set menu and service. Half board offers variety and slightly lower base costs, while full board ensures all-inclusive convenience.

Choose half board if you:

• Enjoy trying local restaurants and beach bars
• Want some evenings ashore during the trip
• Are happy to budget separately for shore meals and transport

Choose full board if you:

• Want every meal handled by your chef
• Are traveling with children or a large group
• Plan to spend most of your time onboard or at quiet anchorages

Full board is the usual choice in the Caribbean, where most crewed catamarans are all-inclusive. Half board is more common in the Mediterranean, where dining ashore is part of the experience.

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