Charter Essentials
Packing for seven days at sea is a bit different than packing for a normal vacation. Storage space, availability of products once on the boat and electrical current all have to be take into account. The below products have been tested and proven by Boonedocker Brokers.
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Floating Sunglasses Strap
Why Boonedocker Recommends
You will soon find that jumping in the cool refreshing water is a multi-day occurrence on charter. You do not want your sunglasses at the bottom of the ocean!
Non-Floating Sunglasses Strap
Why Boonedocker Recommends
You are on a sailing adventure! Wind will be blowing and the last thing you want to lose are your sunglasses!
Packable Water Hammocks
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Very inexpensive. Folds up very small and lightweight, which is perfect for packing. Very comfy. You certainly want a float - and this one is fantastic.
Voltage Converter
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Sitting around the main salon with your friends - you will all need power. Best to have this Voltage Converter and Travel Adapter handy! Everyone can plug in their phones, ipads, computers, etc.
Apple Air Tags
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Sitting on the boat without your luggage would put a damper on the start of your trip! Keep an Apple AirTag inside each bag to constantly track its whereabouts.
Air Tag Holders
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Once your Air Tags are set up, simply click them inside your bags with these holders. (When you are done traveling - you can use these for an assortment of purposes - even tracking the dog!)
Cotopaxi Duffel
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Hard sided suitcases are awful for charter! Duffel bags will be your bestie as you find places to stow your bag after unpacked. Cotopaxi is industry famous for their products - and this is one of our fav's!
Cotopaxi Pack
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Lightweight backpacks are amazing and this bag can fit a TON of items. Carry on approved, this will easily become your favorite travel bag.
Universal Travel Adapter
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Every person should have a universal travel adapter with them when traveling outside the US. Perfect for use in airports, AirBNBs and in your cabin.
Waterproof Radios
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Remote or populated, cell service is sometimes spotty at best. While a few of you are exploring on land, stay connected with the folks on the boat! We love these waterproof radios!
Waterproof Speaker
Why Boonedocker Recommends
Having tested dozens of speakers on trips worldwide - we believe this to be the lightest and most compact while producing the largest sound! And it is waterproof, which is must have sailing!
Dry Bag
Why Boonedocker Recommends
We probably own the HEETA waterproof dry bags in every color and size combination. One or two of these are essential on charter for keeping valuables dry while moving from yacht to land.