Book and Travel with Confidence

The Moorings Booking Promise

Your sailing vacation should be exciting, not stressful. With The Moorings, you’ll book with total confidence. Here’s exactly what that means.

🛡️ Total Trust — 55 Years of Charter Excellence 

Over 55 years on the water The Moorings was founded in 1969. More than five decades at the helm of the world’s finest charter fleet means we’ve refined every detail — before you even step aboard. Nothing is left to chance.

No hidden costs Your charter price includes everything you need for a seamless experience: 

No unexpected charges at the base.

4-hour on-water service commitment If essential equipment on your yacht breaks down, a qualified technician will be with you within 4 hours of your call — guaranteed during base operating hours. Your time on the water is protected. Learn more about our service commitment.

Expert vacation planners Our specialist team handles the details that set a great charter apart from a good one — boat selection, destination planning, provisioning, crew briefings. Every vacation is planned to the standard the name demands.

Award-winning fleet across 20+ destinations Bareboat sailing yachts, skippered charters, crewed catamarans, power yachts — across more than 20 of the world’s finest sailing destinations. Explore our fleet

ABTA member (Y0732) The Moorings is a member of ABTA, the travel industry’s leading association. Our membership means we operate to a strict code of conduct — giving you recourse through an industry-recognised process if something doesn’t go to plan. [Find out more about ABTA →] (link: abta.com) 

ABTA membership covers conduct standards. For financial protection specific to your charter, we strongly recommend specialist travel insurance. 

Tailored to you Enhance your charter with optional extras — skippered or fully crewed experiences, provisioning, water toys — all clearly priced, all arranged in advance. See charter extras.

Part of the Travelopia Group The Moorings is part of Travelopia, one of the world’s leading collections of specialist travel companies — providing the financial stability and operational backing of a major international group behind every booking. 

⭐️ Highly Rated — By Over 8,000 Guests 

More than 8,000 guests gave their Moorings charter a perfect 10 out of 10 rating last year. 

Award-Winning Excellence


How do I book my vacation?

You can arrange your charter online or by phone. While online, simply choose your destination, dates, yacht and book safely right here on Moorings.com 24 hours a day. If you would prefer to request a reservation by telephone, call one of our Holiday Planning Specialists. They are standing by to assist you in planning the perfect yachting vacation.  

Hours of operation: Mon – Fri 9am – 7pm EST. 

What payment types are accepted?

The Moorings preferred form of payment is Debit Card or Bank Transfer. Most major credit cards are accepted. 

What travel documents do I need?

All destinations require a passport for entry unless of course you are a US citizen traveling within the US. For detailed entry requirements, call your Vacation Planning Specialist, visit the “Useful information” tab on the destination page you are interested in or check with the consulate or embassy of the nation you wish to visit.

Is The Moorings a full-service travel agency?

No, but our experienced holiday planners are very familiar with everything required to get you to your destination quickly and on time. The Moorings can assist in booking select travel arrangements, such as: select hotel accommodations, and airport taxi’s. 

Please note: The Moorings does not assist with flight bookings.

Can I change my charter dates after booking?

Yes. Every new Moorings booking includes a free date, boat and destination change up to 4 months before your departure, at no charge. Your deposit moves with you for up to 12 months.

What's included in my charter price?

Every Moorings charter includes dinghy and outboard, linen, chart pack and boat briefing, end-of-charter cleaning, and dock assistance. No hidden extras — what you’re quoted is what you pay.

What happens if I need to cancel? 

Cancellation terms vary by how far in advance you cancel and are set out in our full booking terms. We strongly recommend travel insurance to protect against unforeseen cancellation costs. 

What if The Moorings has to change or cancel my charter?

In the unlikely event we need to make a significant change, we will contact you promptly and offer alternatives — including a change of date, destination, or a refund as applicable under our booking terms.

Do I need travel insurance? 

Yes — we strongly recommend it. Trip Mate’s Travel Protection Plan covers US customers for trip cancellation, interruption, and more. Find out more

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What Our Customers Are Saying

maddiep999 Agana

My friends and I had the perfect vacation in Croatia sailing around the islands of Korcula, Hvar, and Brac. Our skipper, Josip Boban, was the most amazing skipper we could’ve asked for. He planned where we were sailing, took us to the most beautiful bays, made our dinner reservations, and made sure our trip was as easy and relaxing as possible with an incredibly welcoming demeanor. Could not recommend him more highly for your next vacation. We are ready to come back next year!

mikerM9396OK BVI

Week on WakaWaka w/Captain JP . Had a great time ! JP was a great captain . Not only handle the boat with smoothness and ease but guided us throughout the trip with his knowledge of the islands and where to be at the right time . The boat was both comfortable and well kept . Highly recommend a week with Moorings and Captain JP

Trip47024102755 BVI

We had a great time. Some mechanical issues on board. Taken care by my crew.

vaill2021 Agana

I had the pleasure of going on a week-long catamaran charter with my friends through The Moorings. We had THE BEST time and our skipper, Josip Boban, went above and beyond to make sure that our trip was well planned and special!!! We sailed from the Split area, exploring new islands and cities each day so that the experience really felt like we were getting as much out of it as possible. Josip was incredibly helpful in making dinner reservations and giving recommendations, as well as finding the most stunning bays to anchor and spend the day! Our trip would not have been the same without him!!

Clwatergator BVI

If you receive confirmation that Captain Andy and Chef Linzi are your crew aboard McLovin Life, stop reading and start celebrating — you’ve already won.

Our group of 8 adults just completed a week-long charter through the BVI and it exceeded every expectation. Andy is simply one of the best in the business. He navigated us through Cooper Island, The Baths at Virgin Gorda, North Sound, Anegada, Jost Van Dyke, and Norman Island — hitting every iconic stop — while making it feel effortless and completely tailored to our group. He knows everyone in the BVI. Dock hands, beach bar owners, taxi drivers — Andy’s network opened doors (and moorings) that a lesser captain simply couldn’t.
But let’s talk about Linzi. Her cooking is flat-out remarkable given that she’s working in a boat galley. From a Caribbean chicken lunch on Day 1 to a curry dinner on the final night, every meal was fresh, creative, and genuinely impressive. And the nibbles — don’t overlook the nibbles. Each evening around sunset, Linzi would appear with something thoughtful and delicious, paired perfectly with whatever Andy had mixed up. It became the nightly ritual our whole group looked forward to.
What sets Andy and Linzi apart from other crews isn’t just the sailing or the food — it’s that they read a group. They know when to hang around and share a laugh and when to give you space to soak it all in. That instinct is rare and it makes all the difference on a week-long boat with 8 people.


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