YACHT & SMALL SHIP CRUISES
A More Personal Way to Explore by Sea
Intimate ships. Remarkable coastlines. A journey chosen around you.
I’ll help you find the yacht or small-ship cruise that fits your destinations, interests, and preferred pace.
YOUR JOURNEY — YOUR STYLE
Small Ships. Extraordinary Possibilities.
For travelers who enjoy a more intimate setting, yacht and small-ship cruising offers a different perspective on the world. Discover coastal towns, linger over local flavors, and unwind onboard with a cruise selected around your style. I’ll help you find the right balance of comfort, discovery, and time to relax.
WHERE WILL YOU GO?
Closer to the Places You Came to Discover
Mediterranean
Historic harbors, island villages, and time to savor local culture. Explore the Greek Isles, Adriatic, and Italian and French coastlines.
Caribbean
Warm waters, colorful island towns, and relaxed days ashore. Compare yacht voyages around the islands and the experiences that make each sailing distinctive.
French Polynesia
Lush islands, vivid lagoons, and a slower rhythm of discovery. Explore small-ship journeys through Tahiti and its neighboring islands.
Looking farther afield? We can also explore Northern Europe, Alaska, Asia, and other coastlines through selected yacht and small-ship itineraries.
FIND YOUR CRUISE LINE
Distinctive Ships. Your Kind of Journey.
From contemporary luxury yachts to sailing ships and discovery vessels, each cruise line offers a different experience. I’ll help you compare the ships, accommodations, and inclusions that matter most to you.
The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Contemporary yachts, spacious suites, and a refined approach to dining and service at sea.
Four Seasons Yachts
Residential-style suites, private terraces, and personalized hospitality for an elevated yachting experience.
Emerald Yacht Cruises
Modern luxury yachts with an intimate atmosphere and itineraries centered on coastal discovery.
Scenic Eclipse
Discovery yachts combining all-verandah suites and butler service with both leisurely and exploration-focused voyages.
Windstar Cruises
Sailing ships and motor yachts with a relaxed atmosphere and journeys to smaller ports and harbors.
SeaDream Yacht Club
An intimate, casually elegant yacht experience with al fresco dining and a relaxed outdoor lifestyle.
Ship features, fare inclusions, destinations, and activities vary by sailing. Marina access and water activities depend on weather, local permissions, and operating conditions.
PERSONAL GUIDANCE
Personal Planning From Start to Sail
Choose Your Cruise
We’ll compare ships, itineraries, and accommodations around your dates, budget, and travel style.
Coordinate the Details
I’ll help arrange hotel stays, transfers, and extra time to explore before or after your cruise.
Prepare to Sail
We’ll review what your fare includes, shore experiences, and practical details such as tender access and boarding requirements.
I don’t arrange airfare or book flights; you’ll handle those separately.
Where available, I’ll also look for preferred amenities and added-value opportunities. Benefits and inclusions vary by cruise line and sailing.
Yacht & Small Ship Cruise Questions
How is a yacht or small-ship cruise different from a large cruise ship?
Yacht and small-ship cruises generally offer fewer guests, a more intimate atmosphere, and an emphasis on destinations. Smaller vessels can visit some ports and harbors that larger ships cannot, depending on local conditions. Onboard venues, entertainment, and activities may be more limited than on a large ship. I’ll help you compare the actual ship, itinerary, and experience around your priorities.
What is included in a luxury yacht or small-ship cruise?
Inclusions vary widely by cruise line and fare. Accommodations and selected dining are typically included; drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities, excursions, specialty dining, and transfers may be included or cost extra. A luxury yacht cruise is not automatically all-inclusive. We’ll review your chosen sailing and any additional costs before booking.
How much does a yacht or small-ship cruise cost?
Pricing depends on the cruise line, ship, destination, travel dates, voyage length, and accommodation category. Compare the total trip cost, including fare inclusions, shore experiences, hotel stays, and transfers, rather than the cruise fare alone. I’ll help you review current options around your budget and priorities; prices and availability can change.
Do I need to charter the entire yacht, or can I book a stateroom?
You can book an individual stateroom or suite on scheduled voyages with the cruise lines featured here. You’ll share the yacht or ship with other guests, just as on other cruises. A private charter reserves the whole vessel and is a separate arrangement with different pricing and terms.
How do I choose the right yacht or small-ship cruise line?
Start with where you want to go, your budget, and the atmosphere you enjoy. Consider whether you prefer a sailing ship or motor yacht, the accommodations, dining, onboard amenities, shore experiences, and fare inclusions. We’ll also review tender access, mobility requirements, and the pace of the itinerary so the journey fits your travel style.
LET’S PLAN SOMETHING EXTRAORDINARY
Your Next Chapter Starts at Sea
Personal cruise planning with Glen Draper—from choosing your yacht or small ship to preparing for departure.