Don’t Miss SailGP!
Watch the exciting SailGP race up close from a Prestige yacht! On June 21-22, six nations will compete on the Hudson River as part of a $1 million title tour. Australia, China, France, Great Britain, Japan and the United States are fielding teams to race identical F50 catamaran sailing boats.
Five races on Saturday, June 21 will winnow the field down to two finalists on Sunday to determine the New York City event winner.
A global sports championship founded just last year, SailGP held its first races in the United States in San Francisco on May 4-5. Australia bested Japan to win that event. A race near Cowes, Isle of Wight, in Great Britain will follow New York City on August 10-11, and the final contest will take place off of Marseille, France on September 20-22. The race on September 22 will determine the winner of the tour.
At an average age of 26 years old, the young Americans are considered the rookies of the tour, but they have already participated in 13 world championships, an America’s Cup and the Volvo Races. Currently, they are in fourth place in the SailGP tour.
The team members are:
Rome Kirby – Helmsman
Riley Gibbs – Wing Trimmer
Hans Henken – Grinder
Mac Agnese – Grinder
Dan Morris – Grinder
Taylor Canfield – FlightController
Prestige offers the perfect way to view SailGP, up close and personal. Sip cocktails concocted by our new bartenders who specialize in molecular mixology. Or just enjoy the spectacular New York City skyline and the cool breeze out on the water as you wait for the races to begin.
For those who do not wish or are unavailable to watch SailGP, Prestige also offers memorable July 4th yachting opportunities as well. Honor America’s birthday on the East River as fireworks light up the Brooklyn Bridge with a patriotic panoply of colors!
Of course, Prestige offers the private yachting experience throughout the year as well with trips around Manhattan, up and down the Hudson River and on Long Island Sound. Recently, we have added new ships to our fleet serving Southeast Florida, and we are renovating Juliette in New York.
How a Yacht Charter Can Make Your Corporate Event a Success
This is the time of year when many businesses start to think about ways to kick-off the summer, celebrating and rewarding their employees.
On a Luxury Yacht Charter, There is Something for Everyone
A luxury yacht charter offers a variety of options for everyone onboard. Guests can enjoy the scenic trip from comfortable seating on the deck soaking up the sunshine. A DJ with dancing is one of the many entertainment options that can be made available for your guests. If live entertainment is better suited for your event, options can include everything from a piano player and singer to an orchestra. If you are looking for a more focused corporate affair, our team can arrange for a stage, audio equipment and more. This allows for executives to speak to their team, either in a formal or informal setting.
There are many onboard dining options to choose from. Whether you are looking for a more laid back get together with casual dining or a buffet to a cocktail party followed by a four-course sit-down dinner, the options you choose can set the tone for the event.
Accommodations and Capacity Onboard May Surprise You
Many yachts can accommodate anywhere from ten to hundreds of guests, making this an ideal option for your corporate event. Whether a smaller intimate team event or over a hundred, the right yacht charter can ensure that your guests have a comfortable and enjoyable experience onboard.
For a truly unique way to not only reward your team, but also to bring everyone together, consider thinking outside of the box with a luxury yacht charter. Sharing in this one-of-a-kind experience will help to build comradery among your employees, while also providing them with a trip that they will be talking about for years to come.
For more details about available yacht options for your corporate event, check out all of Prestige Yacht Charter’s available fleet at https://www.prestigeyachtcharters.com/.
What to Pack for Your Yacht Charter Experience
There is little as invigorating as a trip on a yacht charter. Enjoying the open water, scenic decks and cityscapes, all while also enjoying the many amenities that a luxury yacht has to offer. While most chartered yachts come equipped with many of the items you need, including a full bar and dining options, there are personal items that you might want to bring onboard.
Don’t Forget the Essentials for a Yacht Charter Day Trip
Comfortable footwear will go a long way to making your trip a pleasant one. Consider packing a pair of sneakers and flip-flops for the most versatile options during your yacht charter experience. Packing sunscreen is also a must as most passengers spend plenty of time on deck enjoying the sights as they cruise along.
For Evening and Formal Events, Pack Light
If your yacht charter experience is a more formal event, whether a dinner cruise, wedding cruise or corporate yacht event, you will want to pack light. Fortunately, your yacht charter will have everything you need onboard, so that you can sit back and enjoy the fine dining, dancing, and many other amenities that the yacht charter has to offer.
You may still want to consider comfortable shoes so that you can dance the night away onboard. For daytime yacht charters, sunscreen is still a must. A light jacket or wrap is a good idea, particularly for a formal function where guests may be wearing sleeveless dresses. Planning ahead for your yacht charter can enhance your comfort and enjoyment of this once in a lifetime event. For more detail about available options, check out all of Prestige Yacht Charter’s available yachts at https://www.prestigeyachtcharters.com/.
Our New Long Island Charter Yacht
We are proud to announce the availability of a new Long Island charter yacht, Freeport Princess. A 106ft luxury yacht with a newly remodeled interior, the Freeport Princess offers many unique features for up to 150 guests.
Equally versatile for business parties or personal celebrations, the Freeport Princess touts its state-of-the-art electronics and equipment for any business gathering. Its ability to handle sophisticated presentations makes it ideal for corporate purposes, whether it’s to land a new prospect or just show appreciation for your hard-working staff with a holiday party.
The ship’s design includes three separate levels for multi-purpose gatherings. A dedicated dining level may be used either for an informal buffet or a served, formal sit-down meal. Whether it’s a lounge on the main level, cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres, or a dance floor for more boisterous gatherings, there is something for everyone on the Freeport Princess.
Every amenity has been addressed in the design of the Freeport Princess; a climate-controlled cabin with large windows anticipates any type of weather and plenty of room, including four restrooms, ensures maximum and leisurely comfort.
The Freeport Princess itself provides unmatched splendor and evokes the time when yachting was the exclusive enclave for the rich and famous. Your guests will be transported to the more relaxed and peaceful way of life, so uncommon in today’s New York metropolis.
For more personal gatherings, the LI Freeport Princess offers magnificent views and spectacular sunsets as a romantic background for nearly any occasion. With a full bar, and your choice of diverse cuisines and catering options (casual to formal and everything in between), Prestige has thought of nearly every detail to ensure a memorable and special occasion.
Here at Prestige, we are constantly adding and culling to our fleet to ensure every ship contributes its own unique atmosphere to meet your need. Just go to our charter yachts page to view our yacht exterior and interior features, and pick out the yacht you prefer. With sufficient lead time, we will make every effort to accommodate you.
We anticipate the Freeport Princess will become one of our most sought-after Long Island charters.
PYC in South Florida and Beyond
Thanks to its continuing success, Prestige Yacht Charters will be offering new marina embarkation locations including access to private yachts in South Florida this winter. The newly renovated and upgraded luxury yacht, “Avanti,” will provide day charters for up to 12 guests or overnight accommodations for 8. We will also feature the classic yacht, “Mariner III,” from Palm Beach and other select yachts for 2-800 guests in the Southeast Florida region.
Prestige already offers embarkation points throughout the New York Metro region for trips around New York City, along the Hudson River or on Long Island Sound. Marinas such as the North Cove Yacht Harbor, located near the World Financial Center, Delmar Greenwich Harbor in Connecticut or the Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City are just a few of the many options available.
The new locations in South Florida, however, represent a sea change in the expansion of Prestige. We hope our current clientele who winter in South Florida will transfer their loyal patronage to the new location.
We will roll out our expansion in the coming weeks with more details including a new website, brochure and other marketing materials. Stay tuned to this blog and our Facebook Page to learn more about this exciting development.
Our new luxury yacht in Florida will provide an ornate experience designed for smaller groups. Whether it’s for a birthday, club or a cozy wedding, few experiences rival the effect of a luxury yacht on a celebration, ensuring memories to last a lifetime. Your senses will be feted by the gentle lapping of water on the hull, your favorite cuisine and music of any genre.
If you wish, you can plan your event in New York now using our many experts for services such as photography, floral design, entertainment and officiates. Our planners will ensure a tasteful mix suited to any occasion.
Prestige is currently flexible regarding cruise itineraries. If you have special trips in mind, please contact us, and we will do everything possible to accommodate you.
Share our success in South Florida this winter. We expect reservations to go fast and will honor reservations strictly on a first-come, first-serve basis. Our new yachts will become flagships of our entire fleet, and we can’t wait to try them out!