The Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) is a standard term in yacht charters. It's an upfront payment made by the charterer to cover the yacht's expenses like fuel, food, mooring fees, and onboard services during the trip. The APA is typically around 30% of the yacht charter fee. The Upstream's Captain manages this fund, tracks expenses, and provides a breakdown at the end. Any remaining funds are returned, or the charterer covers extra costs if the APA is exceeded. It simplifies expenses and ensures a smooth yacht charter experience for you.

Yes of course, you can bring anything you'd like on board the yacht Upstream. We can also organise whatever you need, just inform us.

If you share with us your itinerary for Upstream, we will be delighted to calculate a close estimate for you. Please don't hesitate, we are all about making your yacht charter experience hassle-free and enjoyable!

The crew gratuity is a customary tip given to the yacht's crew by the charterer as a token of appreciation for their excellent service. Typically calculated as a percentage of the charter fee, gratuity is a way for guests to acknowledge the crew's hard work, professionalism, and dedication throughout their yacht charter experience. The customary range for crew gratuity is around 10% of the total charter cost. The crew gratuity is not mandatory, it is totally at the charterer's discretion.

As a proud member of ECPY, MSC Yachting remains at the forefront of fiscal and legal matters within the yachting industry. We stay current with industry standards, enabling us to provide you with many contract options and a seamless and hassle-free yachting experience.