Fishing Basics - Party Boats
Firstly don't be overwhelm by the term Villa, it is just a holiday home, think of it as a large caravan or mobile home if you prefer. There are obviously "real villas" to rent and if cost is not a consideration then renting opens up a whole new world of holiday experiences. You can relax in sumptuous cliff top villas with magnificent sea views and even a private beach. At the top of the range you may even find a private yacht thrown in!
Make reservations in advance and give the exact dates when you rent a yacht. The minimum charter date is usually three days but most companies charge a premium when the trip is less than one week. It is advisable to book much earlier like six months before an actual trip.
It is the greatest escape from the busy monotonous life you have to deal with everyday. Whether you choose bareboat, or fancy a crewed sailing trip, the mere activity of sailing in itself is a complete and a totally different environment where your adventures are as personal as the trip you have booked for. The relaxing ambience of the water may be good enough for you but often times you get to experience more than that.
Will you be able to sail a boat from the school that taught you? When sailing once you have finished your sailing course, you will surely be excited to rent a boat and try out your newly learned skills. It would be best to sailboat racing from the same sailing school that you went to, for the convenience of asking some questions and just in case you get the shimmies you can always revert to your instructors for support and encouragement.
Remember to ask about the boat rental weight capacity and length. If you are above 250lbs it is good to let the self-guided outfitters know your size. Most rental canoes are at the 8oo pound capacity with good seat support. Canoe lengths range from 14-16ft and length is not critical for day trips. On overnight trips the longer canoe holds more gear.
The process is pretty straight-forward. You snap together the plywood long pieces of the frame, first the bow half and then the stern. (the original Kleppers were made from bamboo.) You slip the halves inside a canvas cover and attach them to each other. Joining the sections stretches the cover tight and then you can insert ribs, seats and coaming. As a first-time assembler, it took me about 35 minutes to put the boat together. It's not hard and there is a certain satisfaction in watching the thing grow.
