Sea Ray 480 Sedan Bridge 53' of Luxurious Yachting

A licensed captain will be on board at all times. Overnight stays are available out on the water (4 people maximum for overnight stays), but not at the marina. The hourly rate includes ice, cups, sodas, waters and light snacks (chips/pretzels/cookies).  For overnight stays, a dinghy will be available so access to shore and dock 'n dine restaurants in the bay can be accessed. Any other food, drinks or alcoholic beverages will be provided by you, the charterer. If the group size exceeds 6 passengers, the charter becomes a Bare Boat charter and abides by the terms and conditions set forth below: And Whereas the Charterer wishes to charter said vessel; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and covenants herein contained, the parties hereto mutually agree as follows: 1. DELIVERY: The OWNER agrees to deliver the yacht at the Port of Boarding in full commission and in proper working order, having all licenses required for any jurisdiction within the area of charter, outfitted as a yacht of her size, type and accommodations, with full equipment, inclusive of that required by law, and fully furnished, including galley and utensils, blankets, linens, and towels; clean and good condition throughout and ready for service; and, further agrees to allow demurrage pro rata to the CHARTERER for any delay in delivery, unless caused by Force Majeure. Should it be impossible for the OWNER to make delivery within twenty-four hours after the start of the charter period (for any reason other than Force Majeure), the CHARTERER may cancel or reschedule this Agreement. Any charter deposits paid in advance (plus BROKER’S commission) shall be returned by the OWNER in full to the CHARTERER at the CHARTERER’S option without further liability to the OWNER.   This is a demised charter and Charterer reserves to operate said vessel lawfully and in a safe and seaworthy manner. Charterer shall conform to all laws and regulations. Charterer agrees to indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless the Owner, the vessel, its registered owner, its master and crew, and their respective underwriters from and against the results of any breach by charterer of the obligations or any other obligations imposed by law upon the Charterer. Charterer shall maintain the vessel in good repair and maintain all classification, certificates or certificates of inspection in full force and effect during the entire course of the charter. During the course of the charter, Charterer shall maintain in full force and effect insurance in the amount of _________________ USD naming the Owner as a loss payee protecting the vessel for loss or damage for hull and machinery. In addition, Charterer shall maintain a policy or policies of insurance providing for pollution, liability, crew and employee injury. Each policy shall name the Owner as an additional insured. Charterer shall provide and pay for the master and crew of the vessel. The Charterer shall select and direct said master and crew. The duties of the crew shall be directed and controlled solely by the Charterer. The master of the vessel shall serve at the discretion of the Charterer. Charterer shall review and evaluate each licensed officer as to his ability and skill in the position employed and assure Owner as to the qualifications of the chief engineering staff. Neither the Owner, its officers, directors, employees, the vessel, her owner, operators, nor the underwriters of any of the foregoing shall have any responsibility or liability for any claim involving damage to or loss of any cargo or equipment carried by the vessel; or for any injury, illness, disease or death of employees of Charterer, its subcontractors, or their employees or agents; and Charterer shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless Owner, its officers, directors, employees, the vessel, its owner, operators, master, and crew and the underwriters of each of the foregoing from and against any such claim, whether groundless or not, and whether caused in whole or in part by the negligence or faults of indemnities or by unseaworthiness of the vessel or equipment of Owner, Owner's property and Owner's sub- contractors' property. Neither Owner nor Charterer shall be responsible hereunder for prospective profits or for special, indirect or consequential damages. Neither the Owner nor the Charterer shall not create, incur, or permit any liens to be imposed upon any vessel chartered under this agreement. Charterer may not assign this agreement without notice to the Owner and without his written agreement. Charterer shall keep the Owner advised of the usual berth for the vessel or on voyage of the itinerary of the vessel. Failure to keep the Owner informed of the location of the vessel shall be considered a breach of Charterer's agreement. This agreement shall be construed in accordance with the admiralty and maritime laws of the United States of America and the State of _____________________. 11. The Charterer may be declared in default of this charter agreement if any one of the following events occurs: a)  Failure to make charter payments upon the date due.b)  Having failed to make time payment and upon notice by the Owner.c)  Failing to permit inspection of the vessel by Owner or Owner’s representative and, upon written notice by Owner, allowing or permitting said failure to permit inspection to continue for more than five (5) days.d)  Failing to maintain continuous insurance coverage of the vessel in the amount agreed upon and naming Owner as loss payee.e)  Operating the vessel contrary to the criminal law of any nation or state in which the vessel operates.f)  Failing to maintain the vessel and its equipment in a seaworthy and seaman like condition. Said determination of maintenance shall be determined by annual survey. Charterer will have 30 days from the completion of the annual survey to make any repairs so designated by the surveyor.g)  Commission of any act of bankruptcy or approval by any court of a petition or request for reorganization, arrangement, extension or other relief under any bankruptcy law; or by appointment of a receiver. 12. Then in case of said default, Owner may: a)  Declare the charter terminated.b)  Recover judgment for and collect out of any property Charterer may own, any amount due and collect all earned charter hire and freight moneys relating to services performed by the vessel.FORCE MAJEURE: Force Majeure is defined as any cause attributed to acts of GOD, accidents, natural disaster, weather or other occurrences beyond the reasonable control of the OWNER, and not caused by the OWNER’S negligence. No warranty is made as the suitability of weather with respect to this charter. If a Named Storm threatens or is forecast to threaten the expected location of the charter yacht, as determined by the Owner in his/her sole discretion, the Owner shall have the option of terminating or canceling the charter any time that he/she deems necessary. No refund is provided for cancellation due to weather. AUTHORITY: The CHARTERER warrants that the Captain selected by him/her meets all requirements necessary to legally command the yacht in the area chartered and is licensed and experienced to command a vessel of the type, size and tonnage under charter. While it is agreed the CHARTERER may determine the general movements and destination of the yacht within the boundaries of this Agreement, it is understood that the Captain is in full command, and that the CHARTERER agrees to abide by his judgment as to clearance, sailing, weather conditions, anchorages and other pertinent matters. RESTRICTED USE: The CHARTERER agrees that the yacht shall be employed exclusively as a pleasure vessel for the sole and proper use of himself, his family, guests and servants, during the term of this charter, and shall not transport merchandise, or carry passengers for pay, or engage in any trade, nor in any way violate the Laws of any Government within the jurisdiction of which the yacht may be at any time, and shall comply with the law in all other respects. NAVIGATION LIMITS: The CHARTERER agrees to restrict the cruising of the yacht to the area specified on the 1st page of this Agreement, Cruising Area.DRUGS OR OTHER ILLEGAL ACTIVITIES: The use, transportation, or possession of illegal drugs or narcotics (INCLUDING MARIJUANA) or of any other contraband, or the participation in any other unlawful activity is strictly prohibited. The participation in any of these activities by CHARTERER, or by any guest of the party constitutes a breach of the charter and shall be cause for immediate termination of this Agreement without refund of any payments made by CHARTERER. CHARTERER will be held responsible for any loss or damage to the yacht due to any such violations and will be put ashore at the next port of call. REDELIVERY: The CHARTERER agrees to redeliver the yacht, her equipment and furnishings, free and clear of any indebtedness incurred for/by the CHARTERER, at the expiration of charter. The CHARTERER also agrees to be responsible for and to replace or make good any injury to the yacht, her equipment and furnishings caused by himself or by any of his party, less ordinary wear and tear, except to the extent such claims are covered by insurance as provided above. This means that the CHARTERER shall be responsible for any costs up to the amount of any deductible. Should the CHARTERER hinder the yacht’s redelivery to the place and time stipulated, for whatever cause, he shall pay the OWNER demurrage pro rata for additional charter time, plus any other losses the OWNER sustains related to the delayed redelivery. If the delay in redelivery is due to Force Majeure, the CHARTERER is not held responsible for any additional charter fees. DISPUTE RESOLUTIONS: Should the OWNER and CHARTERER be unable to reconcile any differences that may arise with respect to the charter or this Agreement, such dispute shall be submitted first to mediation before a mediator mutually agreed upon by the CHARTERER and the OWNER, with the cost thereof divided equally between the parties. The mediation will be in accordance with such rules as the parties may designate agree upon, and in the event the dispute cannot be resolved by mediation, then either party may resort to an action as provided in paragraph 18. VENUE: The venue of any action arising from this Agreement shall lie exclusively in the Courts of the City and State of the OWNER’S residence, unless another place is mutually agreed upon, and both parties shall submit to the jurisdiction of such court. EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT: The OWNER and CHARTERER, whose signatures need not be affixed to the same copy of the YACHT CHARTER PARTY AGREEMENT, may transmit the Agreement by facsimile or other electronic means. The separately signed Agreement, and/or copies thereof, shall constitute a binding Agreement between the OWNER and the CHARTERER. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE: The CHARTERER acknowledges that trip cancellation insurance has been offered and that he/she has the choice of either accepting or declining such coverage. If CHARTERER accepts cancellation insurance from BROKER or other source, it is the CHARTERER’S responsibility to understand the coverage’s offered from the insurance company. The BROKER shall not be held liable for any claims related to the travel insurance.