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What is Advanced Provisioning Allowance?

Complete guide to yacht expenses optimization while yacht charter in Croatia

The Advanced Provisioning Allowance makes yacht holidays simple and comfortable. All common expenses are paid in advance. Personal funds can be saved for pleasant extras like souvenirs, excursions, or restaurant dinners.

What's Included in the APA?

The skipper and travelers discuss yachting expenses in advance to meet expectations. The simplest and most common method is the Advanced Provisioning Allowance fund, which is 25% to 30% of the charter fee.

Standard APA expenses include:

Fuel for yacht and tender
Water tank refills
Mooring fees in Croatian ports and marinas
Food and beverages for the week (if there's a hostess)

May be added upon agreement:

National park entrance fees (Kornati, Mljet, Krka)
Communication and utilities

Rovinj, Croatia

How It Works in Practice

Step by Step Guide

1

Fund Collection

In yacht tourism, 25-30% of the yacht rental cost is standard. This amount is divided among passengers.

2

Expense Tracking

The captain manages the fund and maintains detailed daily expense records.

3

If Funds Run Low

If funds are depleted during the charter, the captain will request additional contributions.

4

End of Week

Unused funds are returned to passengers. Tips can be left at your discretion.

Typical Expenses in Croatia

Prices current for 2025

Mooring Fees

€50-300 per night depending on location and season. We typically combine stays in city marinas, mooring buoys in safe locations, or free anchoring.
Provisions

Depends on preferences and special requests; minimum €600 per family or small group per week, excluding alcohol.
Fuel and Water

Depends on yacht size and usage, presence of water maker; starting from €600 for sailing yachts.

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