Why Choose a Yacht Rental for Your Next Corporate Retreat

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Corporate retreats are essential for team building, relaxation, and fostering creativity. Gone Sailing Adventures offers a unique and memorable setting for such events. Here’s why you should consider a yacht rental for your next corporate retreat in Toronto.

Unique and Memorable Setting

A yacht rental provides an extraordinary backdrop that’s different from typical office environments. The stunning views of Toronto’s skyline, the tranquility of the water, and the luxurious setting make it an unforgettable experience for your team.

  • Scenic Views: Enjoy breathtaking views of Toronto’s waterfront and islands.
  • Luxurious Ambiance: Impress your team with the luxury and elegance of a yacht.
  • Unique Experience: Create lasting memories with a unique event setting.

Enhanced Team Building

Hosting a corporate event on a yacht can significantly enhance team building activities. The relaxed environment encourages team members to interact more freely and participate in collaborative activities.

  • Collaborative Games: Plan engaging team building activities such as problem-solving challenges or sailing lessons.
  • Networking Opportunities: Provide a relaxed atmosphere for team members to network and build stronger relationships.

Boosts Morale and Motivation

Rewarding your employees with a yacht retreat can boost morale and motivation. It shows appreciation for their hard work and provides a refreshing break from the usual routine.

  • Employee Appreciation: Show your team how much you value their contributions.
  • Motivational Boost: A change of scenery can reignite passion and drive within your team.
  • Relaxation: Offer a perfect blend of work and relaxation, helping your team to unwind and rejuvenate.

Professional yet Relaxing Atmosphere

A yacht offers a professional setting with all the necessary amenities for meetings and presentations, combined with a relaxing atmosphere that promotes creativity and innovation.

  • Creative Environment: The serene and beautiful environment fosters creativity and innovative thinking.
  • Balance of Work and Leisure: Conduct serious business discussions in a setting that also allows for relaxation and enjoyment.

Flexibility and Customization

Gone Sailing Adventures provides flexible and customizable options to tailor your corporate retreat according to your needs.

  • Custom Itineraries: Design a cruise route that suits your event’s objectives, whether it’s a leisurely sail around the Toronto Islands or a more extensive tour of the waterfront.
  • Catering Options: Choose from a range of catering options to provide gourmet meals, snacks, and beverages for your team.
  • Event Planning: Work with professional event planners to customize every detail, from decor to entertainment.

Networking and Client Entertainment

A yacht rental is an excellent choice for networking events and client entertainment. Impress clients and partners with a unique venue that offers both privacy and a luxurious experience.

  • Client Meetings: Hold private and impressive client meetings on board.
  • Networking Events: Create an exclusive setting for networking and building business relationships.
  • Entertainment: Provide top-notch entertainment options, from live music to elegant dining experiences.

Seamless Logistics and Planning

Gone Sailing Adventures ensures that all logistics are handled smoothly, allowing you to focus on your event’s success.

  • Comprehensive Packages: Choose from various packages that include all necessary arrangements, from yacht rental to catering and entertainment.
  • Professional Staff: Benefit from the expertise of professional staff who manage the yacht and cater to your needs.
  • Safety and Comfort: Ensure the safety and comfort of your guests with well-maintained yachts and thorough safety briefings.

Safety and Tips

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience, here are a few additional tips:

  • Weather Check: Always check the weather forecast before setting sail.
  • Safety Gear: Make sure your yacht is equipped with life jackets and other safety gear.
  • Navigation Tools: Have a map or GPS to navigate the waters safely or leave it to the professionals at Gone Sailing Adventures.
  • Respect Regulations: Choose a company licensed by Transport Canada that follows all boating regulations and guidelines.

Choosing a yacht rental with Gone Sailing Adventures for your next corporate retreat offers numerous benefits, from enhancing team building and boosting morale to providing a unique and memorable setting. With flexible and customizable options, professional amenities, and a luxurious atmosphere, a yacht retreat is the perfect way to impress clients, reward employees, and foster a creative and collaborative environment.

Let the journey begin, a world of adventures, relaxation, and memories awaits!

YOUR SAFETY IS AT RISK

When considering chartering a yacht in Canada, we know you have many options. Some of these options look super exciting and at ridiculously great prices. Recent trends in the industry have opened the door for many unqualified individuals to purchase boats and offer charter services to the unsuspecting public. It’s easy to create a website and even easier to just list a boat on sites such as Facebook Marketplace, Kijiji, Getmyboat, Boat Setter and many others.

Unfortunately, many of these operators are NOT licensed, insured or qualified to accept your trust on the water.

In order to be licensed and insured a number of items MUST be in place. Listed are just a few.

  • The operator must be licensed by Transport Canada with a commercial license known as either:
    – Limited Master under 60tonne.
    – Small Vessel Operators Permit (SVOP).
  • The name of the vessel must be visible on the stern (back) or the registration number beginning with the letter “C” must be visible on the side of the vessel near the front. Boats with a registration number beginning with “ON” are not licensed for passengers.
  • If the vessel is under 12m (40’) it should participate in the Transport Canada Small Vessel Compliance Program and display a “Blue Decal” and have corresponding certificate.
  • If the vessel is over 12m (40’) or carries more than 12 passengers, it MUST BE INSPECTED by Transport Canada and have an inspection certificate on board.
  • All vessels must have commercial liability insurance and coverage specifically for the number of passengers approved to be carried on board.
  • The vessel must comply with commercial safety requirements beyond recreational standards. Many of these illegal operators do not have the proper training, carry proper safety equipment, nor do their recreational boats meet the design/construction requirements of a commercial, passenger carrying vessel. These illegal operators try to stay under the radar of Police/OPP/RCMP/Transport Canada by:
  • hiding the name of their vessel by hanging items over the stern
  • not letting you know where they will have you board until just before the start of your charter.
  • pick you up at a public park (where docking is not permitted).
  • suggest to you that you are friends of the owner/operator out for a ride and not a paying customer.
  • allow you to drink alcohol while the boat is underway (illegal-same as a car) but tell you to hide your bottles etc.
  • insist on a cash transaction or part of it as a way of defrauding the internet listing company.
  • Make you sign a “Charter Agreement” just before you board without giving you details of the document beforehand.

    Over the last few years there have been a number of deaths and even more accidents resulting from these types of operators. Be safe and know who you are getting on a boat with. All licensed operators should willingly display their credentials, and most are members of the Passenger & Commercial Vessel Association (PCVA).

    Link to Global News Report on Charter Accidents

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