Question 1

Who is the M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON” charter best suited for?

Accepted Answer

The M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON” charter is best suited for a wide range of luxury travelers, including:

Couples
Families with kids
Party groups
Group charters
Honeymooners
Corporate incentive trips
VIP guests

The yacht is designed to accommodate up to 10 guests across 5 en-suite cabins, with spacious entertainment areas, luxury amenities, water toys, and a professional 4-person crew, making it especially appealing for guests seeking both comfort and a premium social experience.

Question 2

What makes the M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON” unique compared to other vessels?

Accepted Answer

What makes the M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON” stand out is its combination of contemporary Italian luxury, advanced engineering, and exceptional onboard space for a yacht of its size.

Key unique features include:

Contemporary Italian design by Alberto Mancini with bold exterior lines and extensive glazing that fills the interior with natural light.
Exceptional volume for a 26-meter yacht, creating a much more spacious onboard experience than many vessels in the same category.
A full-beam master suite on the main deck, which is typically found on larger superyachts and adds a higher level of privacy and comfort.
Advanced carbon fiber construction technology, improving performance, stability, fuel efficiency, and overall handling.
Large social and entertainment spaces, including: A sophisticated flybridge, Foredeck lounge areas, Premium Sonos/Bose sound system, High-speed internet, Jet ski and jet tender for water activities.
A professional 4-person crew with separate crew quarters, ensuring discreet service and a seamless luxury experience.

Overall, the yacht differentiates itself by blending superyacht-level comfort and design with sporty performance and efficient engineering in an 86-foot platform.

Question 3

What is included in the M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON” charter rate, and what costs are extra?

Accepted Answer

The charter rate for the M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON” includes:

A 7-night yacht charter
A professional 4-person crew (captain, chef, hostess, and deckhand)
Half-board meals (breakfast plus either a simple lunch or dinner)
Access to onboard water toys, including a jet ski and jet tender.

Additional costs not included in the charter fee are:

APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) — mandatory and set at 30% of the charter fee. This covers variable operating expenses such as:

Fuel, Docking and mooring fees, Food and beverages, Port taxes, Special guest requests and entertainment.

VAT of 13% (mandatory and added on top of the charter price).

Other excluded costs include:

Airport, hotel, or yacht transfers
Crew gratuities/tips (customarily 10–20% of the charter fee)
Re-delivery fees.

Question 4

What are the booking durations and payment terms for M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON”?

Accepted Answer

"FIRST HORIZON" is typically offered on a weekly charter basis, although shorter or extended charters may be arranged upon request, subject to availability. To secure a booking, a 50% deposit of the base charter fee is required at the time of contract signature, with the remaining 50% payable prior to embarkation. In addition, the Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), set at 30% of the charter fee, and any optional extras or special arrangements requested by the guests are settled before departure.

Question 5

How does the APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) work on M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON”?

Accepted Answer

On the M/Y AZIMUT GRANDE 26 “FIRST HORIZON,” the APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) is a mandatory pre-paid amount equal to 30% of the charter fee. It is paid before the charter begins and is managed by the captain throughout the trip.

The APA is used to cover variable operating expenses during the charter, including:

Fuel for the yacht and tender
Docking and mooring fees
Food and beverages
Port taxes and customs fees
Special guest requests, supplies, or entertainment.

The captain keeps detailed records of all expenses and provides an account at the end of the charter:

If there is unused APA remaining, the balance is refunded to the charterer.

If expenses exceed the APA amount, the charterer is required to pay the difference before disembarkation.

The APA system allows guests to customize their onboard experience while keeping operational costs flexible based on their preferences and itinerary.

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