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With over 50 years at sea, The Moorings is the world’s premier yacht charter company. Our exclusive fleet of award-winning yachts spans more than 20 destinations throughout the Caribbean, the Mediterranean and beyond. Alongside exemplary service through every step of the vacation experience, we’re here to give you a getaway at sea worth cherishing for a lifetime. Choose a sail-it-yourself bareboat charter and enjoy freedom of vacationing aboard your very own sail or power yacht , or opt for an all-inclusive vacation aboard a Crewed yacht complete with an expert captain and gourmet chef. The choices abound, but one thing will always remain the same—our commitment to making your time on the water truly unforgettable.

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Andres and his friends were really very nice, friendly, and kind. Andres and his friends were really very nice, friendly, and kind.I highly recommend Andres and his friends as exemplary guests and look forward to welcoming them aboard again in the future. Best Regards, from Vincenzo and Domenico.

Dmitry was a fantastic person, friendly and kind to the onboard staff. His tour of the Amalfi Coast was a truly positive experience. I highly recommend Dmitry as a guest onboard and look forward to being able to host him again in the future to discover the unique beauties of the Amalfi Coast and Capri.

The journey of Kristina and her friends along the Amalfi Coast, Capri, Ischia, and Procida was a truly positive experience. I highly recommend Kristina and her friends as exemplary guests and look forward to welcoming them aboard again in the future.

Many thanks for joined our motor yacht cruise. I wish you had a good day on the board and enjoyed with nice wether. You always welcome anytime you want. Enjoy rest of your holiday. Hope to see you again. Thanks & Best regards.

Corie and team, I hope this message finds you well. We wanted to extend our heartfelt thanks for choosing Skipper Portugal for your recent adventure to Ria Formosa, aboard our RIB. The entire experience, from the scenic beauty of Ria Formosa to the peaceful stops at Culatra, was made even more memorable by your enthusiasm and wonderful company. We are thrilled to know that everything went beautifully and hope the trip left you with lasting memories to cherish. Your decision to book with us through Click and Boat is greatly appreciated, and it was our honor to provide you with a service that met your expectations. We aim to create unique and enjoyable experiences for all our guests, and feedback from clients like you helps us to continuously improve and excel. We would love to have the opportunity to welcome you aboard again in the future for another adventure. If you have any further feedback, questions, or if you're planning your next visit, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you once again for your support and for being such a delightful group. Wishing you all the best until we meet again.

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At the age of 16, I was volunteering for the Red Cross of the Sea, where our goal was to assure sailing regattas. It is during that period that I learned to navigate on small boats for the first time. After 30 years, I finally got to own my first fishing boat bigger than 8 meters in length. Five years ago, a friend of mine who made his fishing boat available for charter, invited me to come aboard with him and some clients. It is then that I saw how much people appreciated the sea. So, I decided to pass my professional license to be able to take people out on the water in Mallorca.

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In order to rent our sailboats you must pass a skills evaluation on that specific sailboat by either completing the prerequisite class at MBAC or completing a 2-hour private lesson if you have previous sailing experience.  We are a self-service rental facility and when you rent a sailboat you are required to launch, rig, de-rig, and clean up your equipment.  

Regardless of sailing experience and ability, you MUST complete at least a 2-hour private lesson with one of our instructors. During your lesson you will be shown where the equipment is stored, how to rig and launch, demonstrate your sailing ability, complete a capsize and recovery, and be shown how to de-rig and store the equipment properly.  You can book a small boat sailing private lesson here . Your skills evaluation will stay valid for 5 years from your evaluation date, or the last date that you rented that specific piece of equipment.

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• You must be at least 18 years of age to rent equipment and willing to take financial and legal responsibility for the equipment you are renting.
• Minors between the ages of 14-17 may participate on their own sailboat with someone over the age of 18 supervising them and a waiver  must be signed by their parent. Children under the age of 14 must participate in the rental on the same piece of equipment as the adult and the adult must still go through the checkoff process.
• All equipment must be returned within 2.5 hours or ½ hour before closing—whichever comes first.
• You must wear a personal flotation device (PFD) at ALL TIMES.
• Rentals are self service, meaning that customers are expected to setup, rinse, and put away their own equipment.
• You are not allowed to go under any bridges.
• No animals or alcohol allowed on equipment. Those suspected to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol will not be permitted to use equipment.
• Commercial activity is prohibited on rental equipment.
• Hobie Getaways require at least 2 passengers over the age of 14.
• The maximum capacity for Quests is 4 people and Hobie Getaways is 5 people. 

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Sailing Membership

We are happy to announce that Mission Bay Aquatic Center is now offering Sailing Memberships!  Affordably priced at just $48/month the MBAC Sailing Membership is a low-cost way to continue sailing without the headache or expense of owning a boat. Perfect for those who have completed small boat sailing classes at MBAC, the Sailing Membership will also allow you to continue learning through ongoing instructional clinics that are free for members. To begin a membership, you must have a valid and current MBAC sailboat qualification through having completed a class or lesson with us. 

For just a few dollars more than a single sailboat rental you could sail on Mission Bay as much as you like! As a member, you will also receive some pretty amazing benefits including:

• Unlimited Sailing Rentals*
• Free instructional clinics to continue your sailing education
• 10% off classes
• 20% off paddleboard and kayak rentals
• Add paddling membership for only $11 more per month.
• Skip the line! Take your membership card straight to the dockmaster to check out equipment!
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• Membership dues support camperships and programs for persons with disabilities

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• Minimum 4 month membership commitment. After 4th month's payment you can submit cancellation, otherwise your membership will continue to be charged monthly and you will continue membership benefits. Cancellations must be submitted 7 days prior to charge date.
• Member must know how to sail and pass a skills evaluation on each piece of equipment before being allowed to rent that specific equipment.
• New members who have not yet completed a qualification on MBAC equipment must attend a 2-hour membership orientation before renting. Through the orientation you will be able to qualify to rent one type of sailboat.
• Membership fee will be auto-charged monthly January-November (no charge in December).
• Sailing membership includes use of Sabots, RS Quest, Hobie Getaway, Laser, and Windsurfing Equipment. A qualification is required for each type of boat.
• One 2.5 hour rental per day.
• No pets or alcohol allowed on MBAC equipment.
• MBAC rentals must remain in Sail Bay.
• Membership does not guarantee availability of equipment during peak times.
• Commercial activity prohibited on rental equipment
• Member must remain on the equipment while it is sailing.
• Class discount cannot be combined with other discounts including class packages.
• Please review the Rental Agreement Contract during membership registration for a full list of terms and conditions.

This 8-foot single sail boat is perfect for learning to sail on Mission Bay. This boat is ideal for 1 adult.

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This 14-foot sailboat has two sails with bench seating that can comfortably accommodate up to 4 people.

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This 16-foot catamaran is a sailboat designed for high-performance sailing and can accommodate 2-5 people.

This 14-foot sailboat is an Olympic-class sailboat that is highly-responsive and challenges sailors to develop their technical skills.  This boat is ideal for 1 adult.

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No trip to the sailing capital of America would be complete without getting out on a sailboat. Our fleet of Rainbow 24s provides a safe and fun experience for those looking to have a relaxing time on the water. Feel free to bring lunch and turn it into a picnic as you pass by the sights with the wind carrying you along.

**Rentals are available during our sailing season: the beginning of April to the second week of October.

Weekdays – $158 (+taxes and fees) for a full day or any portion of a day between 9 am – 4 pm.

Weekends and Holidays – $225 (+taxes and fees) for a half-day between 9 am – 12:00 pm OR 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

*A 30-minute sailing assessment is required of all new customers. The assessment costs $30 in addition to the rental fee.

Reservations

A reservation is needed to ensure that a sailboat is available when you want to go out. At least two adults are required on a rental boat, one of whom must be a qualified sailor. Up to six people are permitted on a rental boat; no children under 5 years of age are allowed. No pets are permitted.

A late fee of $75 will be charged per half-hour overdue.

• KeelBoat Club Members: Click HERE to jump to KBC Rainbow rental’s booking and information page. You can also click the drop-down labeled “KeelBoat Club Rentals” located under the “KeelBoat Club” tab. Please have your membership ID ready.

Our Rainbow 24 sloops have proven to be nimble, fast, and forgiving. Designed by Sparkman and Stephens specifically for Annapolis Sailing School, the boats are ready to please both novice and experienced sailors. The substantial fixed keel (1100 lbs), cuddy cabin design, and large cockpit combine to produce a boat that is stable, dry, and comfortable.

Qualified Renters

At least one person in the rental party needs to have an ASA 101 certification or its equivalent. New customers must complete a sailing competency evaluation with us prior to their first rental. Renters are required to rig and de-rig their boat. The Rainbows do not have engines, so sailors must be able to depart and dock under sail.

If you need a refresher on rolling and flaking our sails, check out our how-to page here !

Sailing Area

Rentals are restricted to an area close enough to the school so that help can reach you quickly in an emergency situation. Boundaries, determined by management, are subject to change depending on weather and water conditions at the time of your rental. Please understand that going beyond these boundaries makes quick retrieval of the boats difficult in case of emergency. Late returns of boats due to venturing beyond the boundaries will result in late fees. If a renter goes outside the prescribed sailing area and needs to be retrieved, there will be a fee of $75 and the renter will be unable to rent with us in the future.

Sailing is entirely dependent upon wind and weather. We recommend that renters check marine.weather.gov three days before the rental date to see what the forecast is for that day. If small craft advisories or worse are in effect at the start of the rental, the rental may be postponed, canceled, or otherwise restricted at the discretion of the management. In that case, the rental can be re-booked at no additional cost. In low wind situations, you will need to plan your sail so that you can be back at the dock on time.

Cancellations

Rental reservations are charged at the time of booking. Rescheduling within three calendar days of the originally scheduled start of the reservation will result in a $50 rescheduling fee per occurrence. Cancellations made within two calendar days of the scheduled day of the reservation will receive no refund. Refunds are not available for lack of wind.

The boats are covered by insurance. Please inform management of any damage that occurred during the rental. The Lessee has no liability for repairs. However, Annapolis Sailing School is not responsible for personal injury or damage to other boats. You should check your own insurance coverage before sailing.

Other Restrictions

• Children on board must be at least 5 years old
• No alcohol allowed on boats
• No pets allowed on boats
• No swimming off the boats allowed
• No anchoring
• Boats are not permitted to dock at other marinas or facilities other than Annapolis Sailing School

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Great destinations for a sailboat rental in the USA

Whether you’re skimming around the quartz-tinted beaches of the Florida Gulf Coast, exploring the bayous and shrimp-filled rivers of Galveston Bay, hoisting the mainsail under the handsome lighthouses of New England, or sunning yourself in the happening harbors of Miami Beach, you’re sure to have a vacation to remember on a sailboat rental in the USA. This guide offers stacks of destination inspiration to get you started…

Sailboat rental in Florida

From coast to coast, Florida encompasses some of the most celebrated sailing destinations the country has to offer. It’s easy to see why, what with bath-warm Gulf of Mexico waters filled with dolphins, salt-washed sailing towns dotting the tropical Keys, and access to the Atlantic and Caribbean Sea north of Miami .

Miami sailboat rentals

One way to feel like you’re really in with the jet setters of Miami Beach is to rent your own sailboat for those adventures around Biscayne Bay, South Beach, and Coconut Grove. As you sun yourself on the deck of a deluxe monohull yacht here, you’ll be able to spy out the grand mansion of Gianni Versace and wonder at the neon-lit Art Deco high rises of the glitzy Magic City.

Tampa Bay has plenty of sailboat rental options

And quite right, too. This great inlet on the Gulf Coast of Florida is smack-dab in the middle of the state’s western shoreline. That means renting a sailboat is a ticket to all sorts of awesome places. Head south and you’ll catch the pelican-stalked lagoons of Marco Island. Head north and you can visit manatees between the creeks and mangroves of Tarpon Springs. And that’s just a taster.

A catamaran charter in the Florida Keys

Ah, the Florida Keys. These are Florida’s little slice of the Caribbean. Splintering off the southern tip of the Sunshine State, they are laced with mangrove forests and ringed with coral reefs that are a veritable mecca for scuba aficionados. Key West is a fine jump-off point for sailboat rentals. It’s got oodles of snorkel and dive outfitters, cute conch cottages, and big marinas filled with catamaran boats.

Sailboat rental up and down the East Coast

The 1000s of miles of stunning shoreline that make up the East Coast have been a sailing haven ever since explorer’s ships and Spanish galleons came their way in the 1500s. These days, things are more about R&R than searching for the New World, just as these enticing destination options reveal…

A sailboat rental in Newport, Rhode Island

Newport is the home of sailing in Rhode Island, and one of the sailing hubs of New England as a whole. It’s a glitzy, sleek place that’s still in touch with its fishing roots, so expect earthy chowder taverns to rub shoulders with grand mansions and yacht-filled harbors. The seafaring is nothing short of epic, with wide Narragansett Bay touting beaches and colonial towns, and whale watching on offer in the Block Island Sound that’s beyond.

Sailboat rentals in Long Island

To venture out past the 17th-century towns and fishing villages of Sag and Montauk, you’re going to need a sailboat rental in Long Island. Expect yachts with plush interiors to match the opulent mansions that cluster by the coast, along with visions of clifftop lighthouses and age-old clamming hamlets that ooze history from every tavern and quayside.

Sailboat rentals along the Gulf Coast

Adventures on the Gulf Coast can be just as amazing as sailboat rentals in Florida and beyond. In fact, the ocean vacations here are a ticket to a world of cotton-colored sands, buzzy boardwalks, big estuaries filled with rare seabirds, and dolphin-speckled waters…

Orange Beach sailboat rentals

A fine alternative to sailboat rental in Florida, Orange Beach straddles a series of barrier islands and inlets just across the state border in Alabama. Things tend to be much cheaper here than in the Sunshine State, which means you can free up extra dollars for larger catamarans or stylish single-hulled yachts. Then, it’s all about searching for bottlenose dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico or looking for beautiful dune parks along the Emerald Coast.

Kemah for Texan sailboat rentals

Kemah has one foot in the Gulf and one in the great sprawl of Houston. It’s far enough from downtown to retain that chilled, coastal vibe, though. And its fringed with big marinas that positively brim with billowing sails ready to rent. Aweigh anchor here and you could be watching sunset shows across Galveston Bay and finding hidden inlets for all that Lone Star R&R.

Galveston and its great bay

Another Texan sailing jewel awaits in Galveston. If you can pull yourself away from the handsome Victorian manor homes and bubbly boardwalk stands in the center, then the whole of Galveston Bay promises to be the perfect water-sports playground. In fact, it’s a well-known place to find your sea legs, with ASA-certified schools just waiting to invite you on board.

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10 below deck charter guests who will never return to the franchise.

While the charter guests who appear on Below Deck have a great time while filming the show, many aren't invited back for a number of reasons.

• Some charter guests on Below Deck have caused unnecessary drama and won't likely return due to bad behavior.
• Captain Glenn Shephard from Below Deck Sailing Yacht faced backlash from Barrie, who called him two-faced.
• Former guest Dr. Francis Martinis will not return to Below Deck after he was arrested for faking prescriptions.

The Below Deck franchise has featured many charter guests since 2013, many of whom will never return . The Bravo series focuses on expensive charters with wealthy guests who have attitude problems and over-the-top demands. That includes Charter guest Alexis Bellino, who boarded Captain Lee Rosbach’s yacht with her boyfriend at the time, Andy Bohn. She was disrespectful and made everyone uncomfortable with her and Andy's PDA. She even insulted crew members after featuring on the show.

Like Alexis, Delores Flora from Below Deck season 8 was a terrible guest. Not only did she misbehave, but she also got drunk and s wam while intoxicated, which is not only not allowed, it frightened the crew members. Delores got kicked out of the yacht the next day. These guests created unnecessary drama on the boat and will likely never return like a few others from the franchise.

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8 barrie & tony, below deck sailing yacht.

Barrie and Tony Drewitt Barlow had a decent time in the Below Deck Sailing Yacht seasons 2 and 3. Despite that, they left with a bitter taste because of Captain Glenn Shephard. In 2021, Barrie participated in a podcast, Pita Party: The Podcast , where he claimed that Captain Glenn bothered him while using his phone .

Barrie said, “he (Captain Glenn) was a two-face b*stard,” adding that he just didn’t like his presence.

7 Frank Fay

Below deck mediterranean.

In Below Deck Mediterranean season 7, Charter guest Frank Fay had a thing for second stew Kyle Viljoen. He pursued him on the yacht, but unfortunately, their relationship didn’t last. Frank will likely never return to the series as long as Captain Sandy Yawn allows Kyle to work for her. Even if Kyle quits, Frank wouldn’t want to be in an environment that would remind him of his failed relationship.

6 Erica Rose

Erica Rose appeared on Below Deck Sailing Yacht two seasons in a row. Erica was highly offensive toward the crew member, as well as her husband, Charles Sanders, and to make things worse, she left the crew with a measly tip , leading fans to slam her on social media. Ultimately, Erica had to apologize for her bad attitude but never returned to give the crew the tip they deserved. Nobody on Below Deck Sailing Yacht would ever want to return.

5 Justin Guarini

Justin Guarini’s time on Below Deck Sailing Yacht was not dramatic at all; however, he’ll probably never return to the series. Justin wouldn’t return because he wasn't the primary guest. He joined his friend, Kim, who wanted to enjoy a luxury yacht trip. It was more of a one-and-done deal. Secondly, nobody recognized him at all. Viewers later realized who he was and how he was the runner-up on American Idol season 1. Justin is a theatre artist and has made a name for himself. However, it was embarrassing that so many fans had no clue who he was .

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4 johnny damon.

Johnny Damon’s time at Below Deck Med was full of explosive moments. Once, he sent the food back, citing that the experience wasn’t “five stars.” On another occasion, his wife, Michelle, created drama by yelling at the owner of another yacht . Overall, the experience was simply terrible on both sides. Crew members didn’t love Johnny and his wife, and the couple didn’t respect the crew members. It is unlikely that Captain Sandy would want to host the couple again as long as she’s in charge.

3 Krystal Murphy

Former charter guest Krystal Murphy boarded Captain Lee’s yacht with her friends. She immediately began showing red flags, drinking, and just being a menace. Krystal fought with her friend, Chelsea, creating unnecessary drama. She even passed out and punched a friend in the face. Former Chief Stew Kate Chastain disliked serving Krystal and called her a “spoiled brat;” she wanted to throw her off the yacht. Nowadays, Krystal has seemingly become a more private person. It doesn’t seem like Krystal would want to be on TV again.

2 Steve Bradley

Below Deck fans should remember Steve Bradley as he made many appearances on the show. In Below Deck season 3, he wanted a foam party and demanded the crew to figure it out and follow his commands, acting like a king. In Below Deck season 6, Steve made more outrageous requests. Apart from being a wild guest, Steve was entitled and acted inappropriately at times . No Below Deck captain would want to host him again as he didn't come off as very likable.

1 Dr. Francis Martinis

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Dr. Francis Martinis from Below Deck Med and Below Deck Sailing Yacht has a zero chance of returning. While the former charter guest didn’t have too many issues on the show, his personal life issues will stop him from appearing on Bravo again. According to TMZ , Dr. Francis and his wife, Jessica, were arrested for filling out fake prescriptions in December 2023 . The couple used the names of Below Deck stars and got caught red-handed. The Below Deck franchise would never want to welcome felons, especially when their mugshots are all over the internet.

Below Deck airs Mondays at 9 p.m. EDT on Bravo.

Sources: Pita Party: The Podcast , Krystal Murphy /Instagram

Below Deck is a popular reality TV franchise that focuses on a group of crew members as they work on luxurious yachts and cater to their client's needs. After the original series proved to be a success, Bravo developed a handful of spinoff shows including Below Deck Selling Yacht, Below Deck Adventure, Below Deck Down Under, and Below Deck Mediterranean.