One reason very experienced captains take on a skipper is the local knowledge of the sailing conditions as well as the knowledge of the best places to see along your sailing itinerary. The choice is yours. They are classed as Luxury Yachts because they have superior interior and exterior appointments and they are very spacious as compared to even 60 ft. bareboats. Motor Sailing yachts begin in the 60 ft. LOA and are available up to 190 ft, accommodating up to 48 people.
Sailing yachts are motor driven and also have a full compliment of sails.
They have the advantage of sailing at speeds ranging from 17 to 28 knots, enabling them to cover greater distances in the space of the limited charter time you may have available. Each of the Albatross yachts shown in our yacht selection pages, list in length of the boat and how many people it accommodates in addition to some other important considerations. Size is also related to the waters you intend to travel. Larger yachts are better equipped for open, rougher, unprotected waters. Personal comfort is a factor for many people, particularly on longer trips.