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1. TUBBER CHARTER CANCELLATION PROTECTION PLUS
The highest level of protection for your sailing holiday.
When you book a yacht charter, you often pay thousands of euros months in advance. Most cancellations are due to personal situations such as illness or a family emergency.
But there is another risk that is completely outside your control: What if the fleet operator becomes insolvent?
With Tubber Charter Cancellation Protection PLUS, you receive all the benefits of our standard cancellation protection, alongside critical coverage if the vessel becomes unavailable due to the financial insolvency of the owner or fleet operator. If you cannot start your charter due to covered circumstances, you can apply to claim a refund of your charter fee up to €10,000. (Note: This strictly covers your yacht charter fee, not external expenses like flights)
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Everything from the standard Tubber Charter Cancellation Protection, including for example:
- Serious illness, accident, or medical emergency before departure
- Death of a charterer or immediate family member
- Severe weather preventing safe travel
- Jury duty or court summons received after booking
PLUS THE CRITICAL EXTRA
- Insolvency Protection: Coverage if the yacht owner or fleet operator goes bankrupt and the vessel is no longer available.
This is the scenario most people never think about until it happens. Flights are booked. Accommodation is arranged. Holiday approved at work. And suddenly, the charter company can no longer deliver the yacht. PLUS adds a safety net against that exact financial shock.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
- Like our standard protection, PLUS must be added during the initial booking process.
- It does not cover cancellations out of personal preference or change of mind.
- If you wish to request a refund, you’ll need to include supporting documents to explain why. You can find full details of the required documentation in the Terms and Conditions
WHY CHOOSE PLUS?
- Because personal situations are one thing.
- Because the financial collapse of a fleet operator is something you cannot influence.
If you want the most complete cancellation solution available, PLUS is the strongest choice.
2. TUBBER CHARTER CANCELLATION PROTECTION
Book with confidence. Even if life changes your plans. You plan your sailing holiday months in advance. Flights are booked. The crew is excited. Countdown has started.
But sometimes life has other plans. Serious illness. A medical emergency. Severe weather. With the Tubber Charter Cancellation Protection, you can apply to claim a refund of your charter fee up to €10,000 if you are unable to start your charter due to specific serious circumstances. That means your sailing dream does not turn into a financial setback. (Note: This protection strictly covers your yacht charter fee, not external expenses like flights or transfers).
WHAT IS COVERED
You can apply for a refund of the charter fee if you are unable to attend your charter due to, for example:
- Serious illness, accident, or medical emergency before departure
- Death of a charterer or an immediate family member
- Severe weather preventing safe travel to the embarkation point
- Jury duty or court summons received after booking
- Government travel ban introduced after booking that prevents travel
WHO IS IT FOR
- All named charterers listed on the charter agreement or crew list
- Coverage applies from the moment you purchase it until the start date of the charter
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
- Time Sensitive: Unlike our Deposit Guarantee, this protection must be added during the initial booking process.
- Only the reasons specifically listed in the terms are eligible.
- It does not apply to pre-existing situations known at the time of booking.
- It does not cover cancellations out of personal preference, fear, or simply changing your mind.
- If you wish to request a refund, you’ll need to include supporting documents to explain why. You can find full details of the required documentation in the Terms and Conditions
WHY ADD IT?
- Because sailing holidays are often booked long in advance.
- Because medical emergencies are never planned.
- Because protecting your charter fee gives real peace of mind.
Add the Tubber Charter Cancellation Protection during booking and secure your sailing investment.
3. TUBBER SECURITY DEPOSIT GUARANTEE
Sail with confidence. Not with stress. When you charter a yacht, the security deposit can easily be €2,000, €3,000 or more. One small mistake during docking or a scratched gelcoat can mean part of that deposit is retained.
With the Tubber Security Deposit Guarantee, you can be reimbursed up to €3,000 if your security deposit is withheld due to accidental damage during your charter. That means less financial risk and more relaxed sailing. (Note: You still leave your standard deposit at the base, but we’ve got your back and will reimburse you if they retain it!)
WHAT IS COVERED
If you are held responsible under your charter agreement for accidental damage, this program can reimburse you up to €3,000 per charter. This includes, for example:
- Accidental damage caused by the qualified skipper
- Damage to sails, winches, gelcoat, or the dinghy including outboard motor
- Loss or damage due to fire, theft, or vandalism
- Towing costs resulting from covered damage (Please note: Gross negligence or intentional damage is excluded from coverage).
WHO IS IT FOR
- Bareboat charters
- Bareboat with skipper charters
- Flotilla charters
IMPORTANT TO KNOW
- The lead charterer (or professional skipper in the case of a Bareboat with Skipper charter) must have a valid internationally recognized sailing licence that qualifies them to operate the vessel they are renting such as ASA, RYA, ICC etc. If you are not sure, please contact our support department via the contact form, chat, WhatsApp or phone.
- If you wish to request a refund, you’ll need to include supporting documents to explain why. You can find full details of the required documentation in the Terms and Conditions
FLEXIBLE BOOKING
You can still add the Tubber Security Deposit Guarantee up to one day before departure. So even if you decide at the last minute, you are still covered.
WHY ADD IT?
- Because docking in a crosswind happens.
- Because even experienced skippers misjudge a quay once.
- Because a relaxed crew makes better decisions.
You sail responsibly. We’ll handle the financial impact if something unexpected happens.