Palm Beach Notes: The Arrival Window (and Why It Matters)
A calm charter begins before the lines are handled—aim for a specific arrival window to keep the marina, the crew, and your guests in rhythm.
Palm Beach has a way of rewarding unhurried logistics. The easiest boarding days are the ones where the schedule has room to breathe.
The window to aim for
Plan to arrive 30–45 minutes before the advertised boarding time. Not to hover—just to remove the friction.
- Parking, luggage, and wristbands take longer than they should.
- Marinas move on radio time, not calendar time.
- A composed first impression sets the tone for the crew.
A simple script for guests
“Arrive by X:15 so we can board at X:45.”
It’s specific, and it reads as considerate—not strict.
The quiet benefit
When the first hour is smooth, the rest of the day feels like it was always going to be.