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Family Yacht Charters: Is a Gulet Cruise Good for Kids?
Parents often worry a boat holiday will be more stressful than relaxing with young children aboard. In practice, a well-planned charter is one of the easier family holidays going. Here is what to know.
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Onboard Etiquette: 10 Tips for First-Time Charter Guests
A few small habits make life aboard smoother for you, your cabin mates, and the crew.
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The Cuisine of a Blue Cruise: What You'll Eat Onboard
Home-style Turkish cooking, fresh produce from each port, and a table that’s rarely empty — a look at what mealtimes are like at sea.
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What to Expect from a Blue Cruise: An Insider's Perspective
First time on a gulet? Here's an honest look at daily life aboard a Blue Cruise, from morning swims to evening anchorages.
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What to Pack for a Week-Long Gulet Cruise: The Complete Checklist
Life aboard a gulet is more relaxed than most people expect, and so is the packing list. Here is exactly what to bring — and what to leave behind.
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Life Aboard a Cabin Charter: Who It's For and What to Expect
Not ready to book a whole yacht? A cabin charter lets you join a Blue Cruise by the cabin, sharing the boat with a handful of other guests.
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What Is a Blue Voyage? The Story Behind Turkey's Mavi Yolculuk Tradition
Long before "gulet charter" was a travel category, a small group of Turkish writers invented a slower way to see the coast. Here is where the Blue Voyage came from, and what it still means today.
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