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Ibiza Town, Spain

Motor yachtUp to 8 guests13.2 m

From €1,999 per day

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Jemima
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Jemima

Italy

Motor yachtUp to 10 guests14.5 m

From €5,199 per day

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Dronning Dagmar
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Dronning Dagmar

Copenhagen, Denmark

Motor yachtUp to 5 guests6 m

From €150 per hour

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Good boating destinations for beginners in Europe

DenmarkDenmark, Germany, Netherlands, France

the Silkeborg Lakes (Silkeborgsøerne), the Mecklenburg lake district, Friesland and Canal du Midi are four places to explore for your first boat trip. Choose manageable waters, a short route and a boat you can handle. A beautiful place is not necessarily easy to navigate.

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Family-friendly boat trips in Europe: Four places to consider

DenmarkDenmark, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Sweden, France, Portugal, Germany, Slovenia

A family-friendly boat trip depends less on the destination's name than on the length of the trip, boarding arrangements, toilet facilities, shelter and opportunities for breaks. Copenhagen, Amsterdam, Berlin and Lake Garda offer different settings that can suit families with different needs.

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Boating qualifications in Europe: What do you need when renting a boat?

DenmarkDenmark, Greece, Croatia, Italy, Spain, France, Germany, Netherlands, United Kingdom

Which boating qualification do you need to rent a boat in Europe? That depends on the type of boat, cruising area, engine power and the requirements that apply where you want to go boating. Croatia, Italy, France, Germany, Denmark, Spain and Greece do not all treat qualifications in the same way. Here is an overview of international certificates, ICC, VHF and specific examples to help you get your documents approved before you travel.

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Boating with children: Lifejackets, safety and practical tips

General boating

A boat trip with children can be a great family experience when the boat, route and equipment suit their ages. Choose a trip with opportunities for breaks, check the lifejackets beforehand, and agree who will keep an eye on the children. Here is a practical guide for both short boat trips and longer days on the water.

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Can you rent a boat without a boating licence? Rules and options

DenmarkDenmark, Germany, Netherlands, France, Croatia

Yes, in some countries and on certain boats, you can rent a boat without a boating licence. However, your options depend on whether you operate the boat yourself or have a skipper on board, as well as the boat type, engine power and local rules. Here we explain the differences with examples from Croatia, Italy, France, Germany, Denmark, Spain and Greece.

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