Across the Mediterranean, the popularity of 3-cabin crewed catamarans has exploded in recent years.
The success of 3-cabin catamaran yacht charters, which host up to 6 guests and offer a 2-crew charter, is undeniable.
But what is behind the huge success of these catamarans?
The Ideal Size- for Families, Friends, and Couples.
These crewed catamarans are the ideal size for a wide range of guests:
- Perfect for families– the cabins on these catamarans are close together, ensuring children and parents are in close proximity.
- Ideal for honeymoons– for couples seeking an intimate get away, these catamarans with a smaller crew offer privacy, as well as the luxury of extra cabin space.
- Great for small group trips– hosting up to 3 couples, these crewed catamaran yacht charters are a popular choice for groups of friends.
The Benefits of a Permanent 2-Crew Charter
These crewed catamarans offer a 2-person crew formed of a captain and a host, who permanently work on board throughout the season.
Expertise and Genuine care
A permanent crew offers two main benefits: an expert knowledge of the boat and a welcoming family-like environment.
To a permanent crew, the boat is their home. Many of our crews are couples and captained by their owner- creating a truly personalised and welcoming stay, and resulting in the yachts being impeccably well maintained.
Privacy
A smaller 2-crew yacht charter is also ideal for guests who want privacy and more space to themselves.
Don’t just take our word for it: Hear from the captains and guests themselves.
We have asked the captains of our most successful Croatian 3-cabin catamarans what they think makes their yachts so successful, and to share with us their most significant guest reviews.
Marla: A Real “Family Yacht”
“I believe that the success of our business comes from our endless love for sea and life on board”, says Marla’s Captain Toni.
“We cannot imagine doing anything else in life but sail, snorkel, explore and dive into the abyss of the sea every day. These emotions are transferred to each person that steps on board with us.”
One of Marla’s most “special features” is Captain Toni’s “talent for spearfishing”, offering guests “fish fresh for the table” caught directly off the side of the boat.
The family friendly atmosphere of catamaran Marla is also key to their success.
“We are a crew that loves children and will engage in making them busy and happy on board”, says Captain Toni, the guest feedback “shows how much of a family yacht Marla is.”
Hear from the Marla’s Guests
“The care and attention you showed our children was beautiful. The kids loved the movie nights on the boat and the fun and games Captain Tony came up with in the water. (…) Holiday of a lifetime. Thank you.” – 5th July 2024
Falco: An Unforgettable Wedding Anniversary
To Captain Dare, it is Falco’s “relaxed and family atmosphere” that makes it so successful.
It is also Captain Dare’s passion and love for Croatia that makes a trip with Falco so special.
Captain Dare has a genuine “love of meeting and hosting clients and presenting my country to them in the best way possible”, it is “important that our clients not only see Croatia, but also taste it”.
A couple celebrating their 25th wedding anniversary shared their unforgettable experience on Falco:
Hear from the Falco’s Guests
“It was definitely a trip of a lifetime and we loved every minute of it.”
“[Captain] Dare, your attention to every little detail of our trip, your sailing route and suggestion; reservations at each port were what really took this vacation to another level- super-high quality! Top Class!”
“Marin [the hostess], the way you took care of all of our hospitality needs on board, your gourmet cooking (and drink making & DJ) skills were AMAZING!”- 13th June 2024.
MALA- High-Tech Features and Unique Experiences
“With social networks and the Internet, people long for a unique experience. Travellers yearn for something that stands out from the conventional and expected.”
“Zoki and I fit into their need for a unique and memorable experience” shares Mala’s Captain Zoki.
To Captain Zoki, it is “being the owner and crew of the catamaran we live on and how incredibly proud of it we are” that provides guests with an experience “on an entirely different level”.
As the owner, “we constantly invest in and improve our catamaran from season to season”, says Captain Zoki. They recently fitted catamaran Mala with a “new electoral system” that allows for electricity without any generator noise- a true game changer for luxury yachting.
Captain Zoki shares a review from an “expert sailing family” that demonstrates how these new features truly transform the guest experience:
Hear from MALA’s Guests
“What made this trip so special was the crew, Zoki and Sanja and their impeccably maintained catamaran ‘Mala’.”
“Zoki and Sanja have invested heavily in new technology on Mala. The most impressive benefit to guests is the solar powered battery system that allows (…) air conditioning, without the need for a noisy generator!”
“[Captain] Zoki (…) knows the Adriatic like the back of his hand. He is also very knowledgeable about all the wineries in Croatia and gives us great recommendations.” – July 2024
Aura: “Aura is not only a boat, Aura is an experience”
“We are a crew with more than 18 years of charter experience”, shares Captain Ivan of Aura.
The Aura crew have a “great love for the sea, for the country we represent and for the people we host”.
“We are ready at any moment to present the best of our tradition, history and culture to our guests, told through a small gastronomic and oenological story and unique historical locations.”
Captain Ivan believes Aura’s charter record is thanks to a crew that is “always one step ahead” and is dedicated to creating “authentic, unique” experiences.
“It confirms that Aura is not only a boat, Aura is an Experience”.
“Every feedback we receive is very important to us” says Captain Ivan, “people say that they had the best vacation ever.”
3-Cabin Catamarans: The Perfect Introduction to Chartering
The level of care and expertise offered by a permanent crew of two is the stand out feature of these 3-cabin crewed catamarans.
A 2-crew charter is a half-step between a skippered and full-crewed catamaran yacht charter, making it an excellent option for first time charters, or guests who want to try their hand at sailing.
The cherry on top? As a smaller yacht, these 3-cabin catamarans offer smaller rates. Check out more about our rates and catamarans below:
Contact Catamaran Charter Experts at High Point Yachting
If you have an enquiry or would like to find out a bit more about where you could charter catamaran yachts with us, our team of yacht charter experts is ready to help. Contact our yachting industry specialists for more information.
Crewed catamaran Croatia charter resources
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