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Boats & Yachts

Yachts, catamarans, speedboats and longtails: how to choose the right vessel, what a charter really costs, and how to avoid the classic money traps.

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Updated 2026
015 Fatal Yacht-Rental Mistakes in PhuketThe five errors that quietly drain a charter budget — season, boat choice, hidden extras, contracts and the cheapest-price trap.02How to Rent a Yacht in Phuket 30% CheaperWorking 2026 tactics to cut charter cost without cutting safety or comfort.03How Much a Yacht Rental Really Costs in Phuket (2026)Real price ranges by vessel type, plus the extras that decide the final bill.04Yacht Rental Checklist for PhuketThe questions to ask and clauses to check before you pay a deposit.05Yacht or Catamaran in Phuket: What to ChooseHow the two compare on stability, space, speed and cost — and which fits your trip.06Boat, Catamaran or Yacht: The Best Format in PhuketMatch the vessel to your route, group and budget with a simple decision framework.07Catamaran in Phuket Without OverpayingWhere tourists get overcharged on catamaran trips and how to spot it early.08Premium Catamaran Day Charter in PhuketWhat a full-day catamaran charter includes and how to plan the perfect route.09Longtail Boats in Phuket: Prices & Best RoutesThailand's iconic boat — typical prices, best short hops and how to negotiate fairly.10Best Yacht Routes in PhuketThe classic Andaman itineraries — Phi Phi, Phang Nga, the Similans and beyond.11Yacht Clubs in Phuket: Overview & TipsThe main marinas and yacht clubs, what they offer and how to use them.12How to Celebrate on a Yacht in PhuketFormats and ideas for birthdays, proposals and group parties afloat.

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