Additionally, the auction detail pages on Bid & Sail are designed so that the charter yacht can add their 3d walk-thru. It also accommodates YouTube videos, Flash Presentations and last but not least a “birds-eye view” via live webcam feeds directly from the yacht. The auction detail pages accommodates all information about the sailing vacation and/or bareboat charter, the auction listing includes pictures, descriptions, bid history and information about the seller. Bidders are encouraged to view the yacht’s personal website for more details.

Reliability/Security:

Helping buyers and yacht owners feel safe is very important to us. Yacht owners have complete control over their auctions. They have the opportunity to block bids, cancel auctions. The yacht owner chooses the category that best describes their services and are instructed to disclose all information about the services they offer for their sailing vacation auction.Bidders should have assurance that they're buying from a reputable charter boat company. Their experience on the SailingVacationAuctions.com should be easy and fun.

SailingVacationAuctions.com is designed to encourage confidence for bidders and feel safe. Bidders are encouraged to contact the “seller” and check the “sellers” website for more details. SailingVacationAuctions.com utilizes a feedback system where yacht owners and buyers can rate each other based on their auction experience.

Scams on the internet:

Online auction fraud is one of the most commonly reported cases of internet fraud reported to the Federal Trade Commission each year. Don’t get scared off by the statistics, many shoppers have excellent experiences with online auctions. For this reason we encourage buyers/bidders to do your research and read the fine print.

Payments:

The safest, and recommended way to pay the deposit for a sailing vacation auction is through a third party payment company like Pay Pal or Alert Pay. A company like Pay Pal or Alert Pay provides both the buyer and seller with an additional sense of security because the seller has no access to the buyer’s personal credit or back accounts.

Escrow:

Escrow on auction websites can be a buyer’s best friend or their worst enemy. Escrow is usually used in high–ticket purchases and acts like a middleman between the exchange of money and product/service. If the seller or buyer insists on an unknown escrow company, beware.Although sellers can sometimes be the victim of auction fraud with “deadbeat bidders,” fake checks or escrow scams, buyers are more likely to be taken advantage of. Just remember to stay sharp. Just because it’s on the Internet doesn’t make it legitimate.SailingVacationAuctions.com recommends Pay Pal, Alert Pay and/or the yachts credit card services for deposit amounts. We are confident our yachts are most willing to work out payment arrangements to fit your particular financial needs.