Articles & Guides
Charter planning, Miami routes, vendor picks, and operator notes.
Where Yachts Dock in Miami: A Marina-by-Marina Guide
Sea Isle, Miami Beach Marina, Dinner Key, Bayside, Haulover — where Miami charter yachts actually depart from, and which marina is closest to you.
Haulover Sandbar vs. Nixon Sandbar: Which Miami Sandbar Is Right for You?
Miami has two famous sandbars — Haulover in the north and Nixon off Key Biscayne in the south. Here is how to choose between them.
Renting a Yacht from Brickell: Boarding, Parking, and the Best Routes
A local's guide to chartering a yacht from Brickell — where you board, how to handle parking, and the skyline routes worth doing.
A Perfect South Beach Yacht Day: An Hour-by-Hour Itinerary
A sample 6-hour South Beach yacht itinerary — from boarding at Miami Beach Marina through the Star Island loop, the sandbar, and a sunset return.
The Best Time to Rent a Yacht in Miami (Month-by-Month)
When are Miami yacht rentals cheapest, when is the weather best, and when does the sandbar get crowded? A month-by-month breakdown.
Miami Sandbar Etiquette: 9 Rules That Will Keep You Safe (and Welcome)
The Nixon Sandbar at Key Biscayne is the social hub of Miami boating — but it has unwritten rules. Here are the 9 that captains wish every guest knew.
Star Island Celebrity Homes: What You'll Actually See on a Yacht Tour
Diddy, Shaq, Gloria Estefan, Rosie O'Donnell — who actually lives on Star Island, and what you can see from the water on a private yacht tour.
Planning a Bachelorette Yacht Charter in Miami: A Full Checklist
Yacht size, decorations, catering, photographer, sandbar timing — the complete bachelorette planning checklist from a Miami operator who books 200+ a year.
How Much Does a Yacht Rental Cost in Miami? (2026 Pricing Guide)
Real-world Miami yacht charter prices in 2026: 4-hour, 6-hour, and full-day rentals across 40-foot to 120-foot yachts, with what is and is not included.