Terms and Conditions of Charter

Welcome to Dea dei Mari s.r.l.
The following Terms and Conditions govern the charter of our sailing yachts. Please read them carefully before making a booking.

1. Purpose of the Agreement

The yacht charter is managed by Dea dei Mari s.r.l. (hereinafter referred to as “the Lessor”) and is intended solely for tourism and recreational purposes.
The client (hereinafter referred to as “the Charterer”) fully accepts these Terms and Conditions at the time of booking.

2. Booking and Payment

The booking becomes valid only after payment of a 50% deposit of the total price.
The balance must be paid at least 30 days before the embarkation date.
Failure to pay within the deadlines will result in automatic cancellation of the booking and forfeiture of the deposit.

3. Security Deposit

Upon embarkation, the Charterer shall pay a security deposit of €2,500 (two thousand five hundred) to cover any potential damages.
The deposit will be fully refunded at the end of the charter, after inspection of the yacht and provided that no damage or loss has occurred.

4. Use of the Yacht

The yacht must be used exclusively for tourism and recreational purposes, in compliance with applicable maritime laws and regulations.
It is strictly forbidden to sublet the yacht or to take on board persons not declared in advance.
The Charterer is responsible for the safety of the crew and for the proper operation of the yacht.

5. Delivery and Return

The yacht will be delivered in perfect seaworthy condition, with full fuel tanks and safety equipment in accordance with the law.
It must be returned to the same base, on the agreed date and time, with full fuel tanks and in the same condition as upon delivery.
A delay of more than 4 hours will incur an additional one-day charter fee.

6. Weather Conditions

Adverse weather conditions do not entitle the Charterer to any refund, unless otherwise decided by the Lessor in exceptional cases.

7. Withdrawal and Cancellation

Up to 60 days before departure: refund of 70% of the amount paid.
Between 59 and 30 days: refund of 50%.
Less than 30 days: no refund.

The Lessor may cancel the charter for force majeure, refunding all amounts paid.

8. Insurance

All yachts are covered by third-party liability and hull insurance, with a deductible borne by the Charterer.
Any damage not covered by the policy will be entirely at the Charterer’s expense.

9. Liability

Dea dei Mari s.r.l. is not responsible for any damage to persons or property occurring during the charter, except in cases of willful misconduct or gross negligence.
The Charterer is responsible for any fines, violations, or damages caused during the charter period.

10. Jurisdiction

For any dispute relating to the interpretation or execution of this agreement, the Court of La Spezia (Italy) shall have exclusive jurisdiction.

Dea dei Mari s.r.l.
📧 Email: info@deadeimari.it
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