Any Special Chartering Memories?

When our kids were young we made a special effort to take them on an annual out-of-town sailing charter — even when we couldn’t afford it. 

Why? For starters, it made our kids more worldly and empathetic toward people of different cultures. But perhaps more importantly, the shared experience of running the boat, navigating unfamiliar waters, and jointly facing daily challenges left all of us with fond memories that have stayed with us for decades.

If you still savor special memories from family charters with your kids, we’d love to hear about them:

• Where and when did you charter?
• How old were your kids at the time?
• Briefly, what were some of the highlights that have remained in your memory?
• What advice would you give to other families who are considering family chartering?

Also, we’d love to see a few (medium resolution) photos of that trip. Send them here. Thanks for taking the time to write.