FAQs for Valentina Charters

We look forward to welcoming you onboard Valentina Charters. Glenn and his crew will ensure you have a safe and comfortable trip. Whether you are a new or experienced cruiser, our team are on hand to answer any questions before or during your adventure. In the meantime, we have put together some key bits of information.

Valentina is based at Port Solent Marina. On the day of your charter, we will ask you to meet us at the Outer Waiting Pontoon. You can park in the Sunsail car park, in a charter guest space. Proceed along the boardwalk towards the lock and the outer waiting pontoon. You may need a code to access the pontoon which we can send to you on the day.

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The nearest train station if you are traveling by train is Porchester. If you are traveling by car, drive to Port Solent Marina and park in the Sunsail Car Park. 

We offer a welcome drink for each guest when you arrive on Valentina. We invite guests to bring their own refreshments and drinks to enjoy throughout the charter.

We ask that you refrain from bringing red wine and other dark coloured drinks in case of spillages that will stain the boat. Any damage resulting from dark coloured spillages will be chargeable. 

Please also bring soft hand luggage and no hard suitcases that could cause damage to the boat. 

Weather can be very changeable and we will never sail in dangerous conditions. We will contact you the day before if we have to cancel your charter. This can then be rearranged at a more suitable date. If you wish to cancel your charter, please let us know as soon as possible. We will endeavour to change your date but we may need to retain a deposit payment. 

We are fully insured to take 10 passengers, including children, onboard plus our crew. We are MCA coded to Category 2: 60 miles from a safe haven. 

Ensuring your safety is our top priority. Our skipper, Glenn is a commercial endorsed Yachtmaster and our crew hold the relevant commercial sailing qualifications. Valentina is also equipped with all the relevant safety equipment to keep you safe on your trip.