When to charter where — Tier-1 destination season guides
For each major charter region: month-by-month weather, atmosphere, and key events. Plus our charter recommendations on yacht size, base marinas, and the weeks worth committing to early.
- Spain
Mallorca
Season · May to October
Peak · Mid-July to late August
Best for events · Late July (Copa del Rey), early May (PalmaVela)
Read the Mallorca guide →
- Croatia
Croatia
Season · May to October
Peak · Mid-July to mid-August
Best for events · Mid-July (Ultra Europe finale on Hvar), late August (regatta circuit)
Read the Croatia guide →
- Greece
Greek Cyclades
Season · May to mid-October
Peak · Mid-July to late August
Best for events · Mid-June (Mykonos opening), late July (Mykonos peak)
Read the Greek Cyclades guide →
- France & Monaco
French Riviera
Season · Late April to mid-October
Peak · Mid-July to late August (lifestyle); event weeks year-round
Best for events · Late May (Monaco GP), mid-September (Monaco Yacht Show)
Read the French Riviera guide →
- Italy
Amalfi Coast
Season · Late April to mid-October
Peak · Mid-July to late August
Best for events · July (Ravello Festival), early September (Capri Yacht Show)
Read the Amalfi Coast guide →
- Caribbean
Caribbean & BVI
Season · Late November to mid-May
Peak · Christmas through New Year, and Easter week
Best for events · Late December (St Barths NYE), mid-March (Bucket Regatta)
Read the Caribbean & BVI guide →