YOT Blue

HOUSEKEEPING RULES

1.  We ask that you arrive at the marina 5 minutes prior to your charter start time so that we can get you all checked in and ready for boarding.

2.  To protect the teak deck, we’ll ask that guests remove shoes when boarding and we will store them safely until your return.

3.   We are a non-smoking vessel, however vaping is allowed in outdoor areas.

4.   Given that the vessel is fully licensed, we don’t cater to BYO. For payments over the bar, we accept cards only with an exception made when settling on-consumption bar tabs at the end of the charter (exact cash amount is required as we don’t carry change). You are welcome to set up pre-paid bar tabs prior to the booking via cash or card.

5.   Please be aware that although the vessel is a private yacht, we are a licensed venue which is required to comply with the Responsible Service of Alcohol conditions.

6.  We ask that all guests treat the vessel with respect. A $500 credit card pre-authorisation will be taken in the week leading up to your charter, which will be released on the next business day provided excessive cleaning or repairs to the vessel are not required. Any unpaid bar tabs will also be deducted from the $500 credit card pre-authorisation. Please fill out the pre-authorisation form on the next page.

7.  We do allow decorations onboard however there are some guidelines in place. All decorations will need to be discussed with your events consutant who can also recommend preferred stylists.

8.   Guest numbers must be confirmed no later than 10 days prior to your charter to allow the rostering of staff. Any last minute increases in guest numbers may not be allowed due to staffing capacity.

9.   The vessel will return to the dock 10 minutes prior to the end of your charter to allow the crew to secure the vessel and be ready for guests to depart, last drinks will also be at this time.

10.   It's important to note that even though the operator is currently working towards making the vessel more disability friendly, unfortunately at this stage we do not have easy access for wheelchairs or walkers. This is due to logistical barriers with our boarding locations, and the vessel layout.

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The crew is dedicated to providing excellent service within our liquor license regulations. There is zero tolerance for staff abuse or possession of illicit substances. Guests must follow all directions from the master or crew, and jumping off the vessel is strictly prohibited. Failure to adhere to this housekeeping document or the crews instructions may result in the charter ending early.

Guest safety and experience are our top priorities. Please share these details with your group. Contact your events consultant with any questions. Looking forward to a fantastic event on the water!

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF CHARTER

1. DEPOSIT
a. 30% deposit on the charter rate required in order to secure your booking.

2. FINAL PAYMENT
a. The balance of the charter fee and all other payments are to be received as cleared funds no later than 21 days prior to the charter date.

3. CANCELLATION
a.  A no refund policy applies to all cancellations within 90 days of the charter date.
b.  If the charter is cancelled in writing more than 60 days prior to the charter date, a postponement can be arranged or the credit of the charter can be used within 12 months for any Crystal Blue Yacht Charters products
c.  If the charter is cancelled within 60 days of the charter date 100% cancellation fee will apply.

4.  LIMIT OF LIABILITY
a. It is a condition of the charter that the liability of the Operator, its servants, agents and sub- contractors is agreed to be limited in accordance with the Limitation of Liabilities and Maritime Claims Act 1989

5.  INDEMNITY
a. The Charterer agrees to indemnify, and hold harmless, the Owner, its agents and employees, from and against any and all losses, claims, actions, costs (including legal costs), expenses, fees, damages and liabilities which the Owner may sustain or incur resulting from:

i.  any negligent act by the Charterer or members of the Charterers group.
ii.  any damage, loss or theft of any property belonging to and charter guest arising of the charter
iii.  any personal injury or death caused or contributed to by any negligent, reckless or wilful act or omission of the charterer.

b. The Owner agrees to indemnify, and hold harmless, the Charterer, its agents and employees, from and against any and all losses, claims, actions, costs (including legal costs), expenses, fees, damages and liabilities which the Owner may sustain or incur resulting from anything other than those listed above.

6. WEATHER
a. The owner is not responsible for the weather conditions and any adverse weather conditions do not give the charterer the right to terminate the charter. The Captain or the Owner will determine if the weather conditions are safe to operate the charter as planned.

7.  SUITABILITY
a.  It is acknowledged that the Charterer is satisfied with the suitability of the vessel for the charter period.

8.  SPECIAL CONDITIONS
a.  Guests will be required to remove footwear whilst on board vessel
b.  Smoking is not permitted onboard the vessel
c.  A $500 credit card pre-authorisation will be taken in the week leading up to your charter which will be released on the next business day if excessive cleaning or repairs to the vessel are not required.

9.  EXTENSION OF CHARTER
a.   The Charter period may be extended by the Charterer at any time, including after the commencement of the Charter period, by agreement with the Owner and pending availability. Any extension of the Charter period will be subject to the terms of this Agreement and the Charter Fee must be re-negotiated with the Owner to cover the extended period.

10.  SAFETY – CAPTAINS AUTHORITY
a.   The Charterer and charter guests will comply with all directions given by the Captain of the vessel
b.   The Captain can terminate the Charter at any time and return to the point of embarkation if the Captain believes the safety of the vessel or passengers is at risk or the guests refuse to comply with the Captains directions
c.   Responsible service of alcohol regulations apply. Any charter guest intoxicated or appearing to be intoxicated may be refused alcohol service.

11.  CHARTERERS LIABILITY

a.   The Charterer will indemnify and keep indemnified the owner and its employees and officers against all loss, damage, cost and expenses suffered by the owner (including but not limited to any consequential or indirect losses, economic losses, damage to the Vessel and any losses arising from an injury or death of any person) howsoever arising including from any breach, by the Charterer and/or its guests, of this Agreement and/or any negligence on the part of the Charterer and/or its guests on board.

12.  RESPONSIBILITY
a.    The owner agrees to keep the vessel insured in accordance with maritime authority regulations.

13.  GOVERNING LAW
a.    This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the law of Queensland and the parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of that State

14.  COVID-19
a.    If COVID restrictions impact the Owner’s ability to complete the charter, the charterer is entitled to a postponement with full credit or a refund.

15.  DEFINITIONS
a.    AGREEMENT means this agreement between the owner and charterer
b.    CAPTAIN means the master of the vessel which is subject to the charter
c.    CHARTER means the provision of the vessel to charterer for period stated for the charter fee
d.    CHARTER GUEST means any person on board the vessel as part of the charter
e.    OWNER means Crystal Blue Yacht Charters Pty Ltd
f.     CHARTERER the person responsible for payment of the charter fee and charter guests on board