Yacht Partnership Yacht Sales and Charter Management

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1 Yacht Partnership Yacht Sales and Charter Management

2 As retirement has eluded me for another few years, it was a great bonus to be able to renew my contract with Sunsail and continue the wonderful life of ownership without responsibility. I get a new boat, continue my five annual trips to the sea and sun at virtually zero cost and get a better alignment between end-of-contract and real retirement. If this is overwork - give me more! Mike Klein, Sunsail Oceanis 473 Kahlo Technical enhancements Your new Sunsail yacht Why Choose Sunsail? Founded in 1974, we are the largest sailing Yacht specification and construction and watersports holiday company, with a Sunsail has over 35 years of experience cutting edge fleet, in the worlds best cruising in purchasing and equipping yachts for grounds. charter. We offer a wide choice of water-based Total management holidays with over 800 yachts in 30 locations You don t need to lift a finger or a cheque book throughout the Caribbean, Mediterranean, towards the management or maintenance of South Pacific, Indian Ocean and Europe. your yacht. Factory liaison, delivery, insurance, berthing, marketing, maintenance and holidays Worry free yacht ownership are all covered by Sunsail. Sunsail provides you with all the benefits of yacht ownership, but none of the worries. Worldwide sailing Those of us who are acquainted with No matter where your yacht is based, you owning a yacht will understand the pitfalls. can enjoy sailing from over 35 worldwide There is nothing to compare with the pride destinations. and joy of sailing your very own yacht. Buy with Confidence Purchase options to suit you. Sunsail is owned by TUI Travel PLC, one of Sunsail Yacht Partnership have two ways to the largest travel companies in the world, own the yacht of your dreams; Guaranteed listed on the London Stock Exchange and Income option and Single Payment option. one of the FTSE 100 companies. Visit Through our long association with our principal yacht manufacturers we have developed a host of technical enhancements that are unique to Sunsail. First Class Fleet Sunsail s fleet of monohulls and catamarans benefit from the most up to date equipment that is rigorously maintained to very high standards for your comfort and safety. We constantly research new yacht models and several of our Jeanneau monohulls and Robertson and Caine catamarans have received nominations and won numerous awards within the boating industry. Superior Specifications Our specialist technicians work closely with the world s leading manufacturers to create tailor-made yachts that are reliable and user friendly. In addition, our fleet consists solely of Jeanneau and Robertson and Caine models, therefore our base technicians have expert knowledge and the right equipment for any periodical maintenance that may occur. Comfort On Board We love to sail too so we know what makes an unforgettable sailing experience. Our Sunsail Ownership fleet has the following enhancements: Large cockpits with custom built biminis Hard top biminis on our catamarans Fully equipped galleys with enhanced refrigeration Double staterooms and large heads Air-conditioning on larger yachts Ventilation fans in the saloon and cabins Wind instruments, GPS, chart plotter and autopilot Electric windlass and superior winches Reinforced sails with UV protection The exact specification of the equipment fitted to each model can vary. Your Sunsail yacht sales representative will be happy to provide specific details.

3 I am a very satisfied owner and have confidence that our mutual investments are being well cared for. Thomas Howell, Sunsail 380 Some Days a Diamond The freedom to travel Ownership solutions for you Yacht Partnership programme Key Benefits All mooring fees, maintenance and insurance paid by Sunsail No operating expenses charged to owners High guaranteed incomes Owners holiday benefits of up to 12 weeks per annum Sail from any of our worldwide bases Exchange yacht time for Sunsail sailing schools or flotilla holidays. Fantastic choice of locations This programme is the most cost-effective way to own the yacht of your dreams. Once you have chosen the right yacht, we will provide you in detail with all costs and benefits from the outset. You will receive either a guaranteed monthly income or pay a reduced price for your yacht dependent on what purchase option you choose. Locations We have placement opportunities in the Mediterranean, Caribbean and Asia, and occasionally in our exotic locations; the Seychelles, Pacific Ocean Islands and the Whitsundays. Programme duration Approximately 5.5 years in the Mediterranean and 4.5 years in the Caribbean and other destinations. Operating costs Sunsail takes care of all berthing, maintenance and insurance. You do not receive a single bill for your yacht s running costs while she is in the Sunsail fleet. Yacht price Your yacht will be built, commissioned, fully equipped with safety and domestic inventory and delivered to the operating base. All this is included within the original price. Your purchase options Guaranteed Income Through the Guaranteed Income option owners pay the full Sunsail purchase price of the yacht and place it into the Sunsail charter fleet. Each month the owner receives a fixed amount of monthly revenue from Sunsail for the duration of the contract. Based on traditional financing, this monthly revenue will cover 100% of your monthly boat loan payment. At the end of the programme, the owner is free to take over the payments of the yacht without the monthly revenue from Sunsail, sell her through our brokerage office, or may be able to trade-in towards the purchase of a new Sunsail yacht. Single Payment With the single payment option the owner pays 65% of the retail purchase price, but does not receive an income. The unique structure of the agreement is very simple and provides significant purchase and tax advantages. This option is only available with deliveries to Greece, Croatia or Thailand. The title deeds sit with Sunsail till the end of the contract at which time they are then signed over to the owner and the boat belongs to you. Flexibility You can choose to sail your own yacht or, at no additional cost, use an equivalent model from a Sunsail operated base anywhere in the world. Some of our owners like to return to their own yacht every holiday, others prefer to try new cruising grounds each time they sail. The choice is entirely yours. Whether you use your own or an equivalent yacht, your sailing enjoyment is maximised; she will be ready to go on the day you arrive and you simply hand her over to our base team on the day you leave. Our Owner Entitlement system is unique. It provides you with an annual allocation of points which can be redeemed against sailing time from a huge variety of Sunsail bases worldwide. Points may be booked in advance or at short notice and the number of weeks you can take each year are determined by the season in which you choose to travel. Combining your points and your short notice benefit you can enjoy up to 12 weeks of sailing each year.

4 After being a Beneteau 411 owner for some years and now back into a Sunsail Cyclades 39.3, I get the best from both worlds; no hassles ownership and the world to sail. Marc Parent, Sunsail 39 Basta Worldwide support Experience the difference Owner management service Sunsail has a worldwide fleet of around a thousand yachts. Most are privately owned and many of our owners have bought into the Yacht Partnership programme a second or third time. By delivering outstanding levels of service and professionalism from each part of our business, we continue to achieve this level of repeat ownership. Owner Care Team We have dedicated Owner Care support worldwide. On purchasing your yacht you will be assigned an Owner Care representative who will help you with the booking of your holidays and any other assistance you need. Base team The team at your yacht s base will be responsible for the upkeep of your yacht according to our ongoing maintenance programme. The maintenance programme includes periodical haul-outs, full engine and gearbox service, antifouling and polish, rig checks and much more. Your feedback is important A consistently high level of repeat clients is the key to the success of our business and we can only achieve this by listening and responding to the feedback from our clients. Charter guests, clients and owners are encouraged to contact their assigned Owner Care representative to appraise the local technical team after each trip. The end of our agreement In the final year of our agreement, our Owner Care team will contact you to discuss your future plans. You may wish to collect your yacht and continue to use her privately, sell her through our brokerage service or join our growing number of repeat owners who continue the partnership with a new Sunsail yacht. At the end of the programme As the agreement comes to a close, we can continue to assist you with a variety of options as to where you can go from here. Knowing your yacht has received ongoing maintenance while in the programme, she will be at her best whichever option you choose. Keep Your Yacht At the end of the programme we will start the phaseout process. This includes de-branding the yacht, technical checks and ensuring your yacht is ready for you to sail away. The Owner Care team will liaise with the base to make this a seamless transition. Purchase a New Yacht Many yacht owners prefer to continue owning with Sunsail. If you would like to trade in your yacht for a new model and re-join the programme, our Sunsail Yacht Partnership representatives can help you choose from the latest models and assist in a smooth transition. Sell Your Yacht We have a dedicated team of brokerage professionals whose goal is to assist our yacht owners in reselling their yacht. We recommend you list your yacht for sale at least 6 months prior to the date your yacht is scheduled to leave the fleet so we can actively promote your yacht through our worldwide brokerage network. In addition to our website, we also advertise globally in the major yachting publications. We also utilise the foremost yacht search facilities including Yachtworld and European Yacht Brokerage (EYB). Finally, we attend major boat shows around the globe. Whatever your decision, you ll have the support and assistance of our Sunsail professional staff and organisation.

5 We bought into Sunsail because we knew from experience that they kept up quality facilities and clean, safe yachts. Eric Bergen, Sunsail Oceanis 393 Danu Global partners Sunsail yacht brokerage Yacht specification and construction Sunsail has over 35 years of experience Sunsail now boasts an extensive fleet, in purchasing and equipping yachts for located in over 30 bases worldwide. This charter and ownership. Through our long would not be possible without high build association with our yacht manufacturers; quality and the ongoing development of the Jeanneau yachts and Robertson & Caine Sunsail specification. It is essential for us catamarans, we have developed a host of to maintain this level of progress for the technical enhancements that are unique to satisfaction of our owners and charterers. Sunsail, each made to improve the comfort, reliability and ease of use for our charter guests and yacht owners. Many of these improvements are now built in to the manufacturer s standard models. It s the continuous feedback from our charter guests and owners that drives improvements. This dedication to detail makes the difference. Why are so many people buying pre-owned charter yachts from Sunsail? Sunsail has been successfully selling yachts overseas for more than 25 years. Ex-charter yachts offer fantastic value for the private buyer, with exceptional levels of equipment fitted as standard. The vast majority of our fleet is privately owned and our owners expect the highest standards of maintenance, which is reflected in the excellent condition of our yachts for sale. Our team of professional brokers are employed in-house and are extremely familiar with the yachts. Our experience and integrity plus our ability to provide assistance locally at the base where the boat is located, reassures countless buyers worldwide each year. In addition, our comprehensive contracts thoroughly ensure and protect the parties involved. Professional maintenance Our yachts see extensive professional maintenance throughout the programme. End of contract service At the end of contract our yachts go through a full phaseout that ensures the yacht is ready for private ownership. Trusted company We are the leading company in the charter industry. Buyers and sellers alike enjoy the stability and security of doing business with a reputable, publicly traded and bonded company. Resources We are a full service brokerage, licensed and bonded. We can help with financing, registration, documentation, insurance, delivery and even travel. What does this mean? VALUE. Rest assured that you are purchasing a well maintained yacht at a competitive price. For more information or to contact one of our dedicated brokerage offices. Visit

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