Price from:
250 USD
Key Points About This Tour:
- 1.5 Hour Private Morning Sailing Charter on Schooner America 2.0
- $960.00 for up to 12 guests
- $1920.00 for 13+ guests
- Additional 1/2 hour increments for $250
- Soda and water included
- Alcoholic beverages and food available for purchase
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Enjoy your Private Morning Charter aboard Key West's most elegant sailboat, the 105-foot, 1851 revival, Schooner America 2.0.
Let us whisk you and yours away on a glorious morning sail across the beautiful waters of Key West on your own private yacht! This 1.5 hour charter aboard the America 2.0 grants you all the luxuries of yachting on your own private schooner without the huge price tag, or the maintenance! Just sit back and relax, surrounded by your loved ones, and let us take care of the rest.
This is a private charter aboard a 105-foot sailboat. It includes 1.5 hours of sailing for a private group. Soda and water are included in the charter price. Alcoholic beverages and snacks will be available for purchase on board. Due to our licensing, guests are not permitted to bring outside alcoholic beverages on their sail. At this time, we do not offer swimming, snorkeling, or diving. During the booking process, a 15% gratuity will automatically be added to the charter price. After booking, you will be contacted by a Classic Harbor Line representative regarding more details about your trip.
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Meeting Location
* The Key West Bight (Key West, FL)
* (Exact meeting location details will be provided immediately upon purchase of tickets.)
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FAQ
**Do sails sell out frequently?**
Sails do sell out. Potential guests are encouraged to check the website or call the week of the date you would like to attend to check availability for public trips and to book as early as possible.
**What happens if the sail is sold out?**
Unfortunately, we do not have a wait-list for our sails, so please book in advance.
**Is there parking, where? And how much is it?**
Parking in Key West may be somewhat limited. There is a local municipal parking lot at the corner of Caroline Street and Margaret Street, very close to our ticket booth where you check in! Further information will be provided upon purchasing your tickets.
**Do I need a ticket for my young child?**
All passengers, regardless of age, must have a ticket for capacity purposes. Please be sure to take this into account when purchasing tickets for your party. Children ages 3 and younger ride for free on all of our sails, but you’ll still need to enter the appropriate number of Infant tickets labeled “Free” when purchasing. Children over the age of 3 must purchase a full priced ticket.
**What exactly do we see on the sail?**
Our route is indicative of the breeze we are given, but guaranteed crystal green seas and a water side view of Fort Zachary Taylor are a given. Additional sites may include Sand Key Reef, Mallory Square, Sunset Pier, marine wild life, and fellow schooners within the Key West fleet.
**Is food served during the sails?**
Food and alcohol packages are available for purchase during the sail. Once you book, you will be directly contacted by a Classic Harbor Line representative to discuss the details of your charter. At this time, you will be able to add on a food and/or beverage package of your choice!
**How about drinks? Should I bring those?**
Outside alcoholic beverages are not permitted.
**Is the Schooner America 2.0 safe?**
Absolutely. While known for its speed, the Schooner America 2.0 is a safe and gentle vessel. Along with your captain, there is a minimum of two crew members on every sail to make sure you feel comfortable and at home on the water. We are stocked with water, beverages, blankets, pillows, and life jackets should you feel you need one. There are also private marine heads (bathrooms) in the salon below.
**How steady is the sailing? Am I likely to get seasick?**
The Schooner America 2.0 is a steady, gentle vessel. It is very rare for our guests to become seasick. While most people do not experience any sea sickness on the schooner, you may want to consider light medication if you normally take it for motion sickness. We cannot officially advise you to take any medication, however.
**Is there a bathroom on the boat?**
Yes, the boat is equipped with two bathrooms that are accessible at all times. We call them "marine heads," and they are very simple to use. The Captain will explain directions for their use once you are on board the vessel.
**Can I stow anything (eg, my luggage) during the sail?**
There is an area below decks where you may store your belongings. Please keep in mind that this area is not guarded, so we cannot take responsibility for any broken, lost or missing items.
**What should I wear?**
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and footwear (high heels are not recommended). Feel free to come in light, casual clothing, but bring a light jacket just in case!
**Where does the sail finish?**
Our sails will end at the same dock from which they departed.
**Can I get a refund or reschedule my tickets after buying them?**
Because we are guaranteeing your space on the sail, tickets cannot be refunded once purchased.
**Do you ever cancel sails due to bad weather?**
The sail usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather situations. The only time we cancel a trip is in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. Our captains monitor the radar to watch fronts and cells in the area on days when inclement weather is possible. Cancellations are made on the day of the sail, by the Captain, up to 1 hour prior to sail time. If you have purchased tickets for a sail that is canceled, you will have the opportunity to reschedule your tickets (subject to availability), take a full refund or receive credit towards a future event.
**What happens if it starts raining when we're out on our sail?**
Don't worry, we won't melt! Trips with a little added excitement due to weather have proven to be some the most memorable bonding experiences for our guests. (This all depends on attitude of course...) Our captains will never take the boat off the dock if they believe the weather conditions to be unsafe, however, and are constantly monitoring the weather once off the dock.
**Is gratuity included in the price of the sail?**
A 15% gratuity will be added during the booking process.
**Is the schooner wheelchair accessible?**
No, unfortunately America 2.0 is not wheelchair-accessible.
**Can I get married aboard America 2.0 in Key West?**
Yes. All of our captains in Key West are capable of performing marriage ceremonies aboard the America 2.0. For further details and arrangements, please call 305-890-6485 or click on the "Contact SailKeyWest" link and write us a message!
**Are gift certificates available for this sail?**
Yes, we offer gift certificates which make perfect gifts for holidays, birthdays or any other occasion! To purchase a gift certificate for this sail, please click on the "Gift Certificates: Purchase" link in the box above.
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Policies
**Refund/Rescheduling Policy**
Customers will receive a full refund with 48 hours notice of cancellation. Customers will also receive a full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.
**Other Policies**
Activity may be cancelled due to severe weather.
The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions, but the seller may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If the seller cancels the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability), receive credit for a future event, or receive a full refund.
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About
Classic Harbor Line
Classic Harbor Line (operators of a series of classic style vessels in Newport, RI, New York City and Boston, MA) bring the 105-foot Schooner America 2.0 (of NYC, NY) to Key West, FL for the winter months of November through April.
This 105 foot sailboat, certified for 75, was designed and built by the same boat-builders who crafted Key West's former pride, Schooner AMERICA. Scarano Boat Building of Albany, also crafted all the vessels in the famed Classic Harbor Line fleet: the 1920s style yacht "Manhattan" of NYC, and the schooner Adirondack of NYC as well as the Adirondack III of Boston MA, and Adirondack II of Newport RI.
Classic Harbor Line is well known for their outstanding captains and crew and standard of hospitality. Whether you sail with them in Newport, Boston, New York, or Key West, guests are known to not only rave about the beauty and maintenance of the boats, but of the lasting warm impression that their hosts provide. Guests are treated like royalty, beverages are cold and the vessels sail like a dream.
Booking Notes
Dear Sailors!
We are so glad you have chartered the Schooner America 2.0! In order to ensure your event goes smoothly, please consider the following notices, policies and operational needs of Classic Harbor Line.
We require a final headcount for your group during the booking process. If the number in your party changes after booking, please contact us immediately.
Please check in with your entire group at our ticket booth 15-20 minutes prior to your departure time. Your captain will commence the boarding process 5 minutes prior to your departure time.
Guests who show up noticeably intoxicated may be turned away.
Guests who bring unauthorized alcohol aboard may be turned away or be asked to leave the alcohol at the dock.
DELIVERY: The Owner agrees to deliver the yacht at the specified time and location in full commission and in proper working order, outfitted as a yacht of her size, type and accommodations, with full equipment, inclusive of that required by law. By accepting delivery, Charterer acknowledges that (s)he has inspected the vessel, the equipment & furnishing & acknowledges that they conform to the foregoing specifications. But, should it be impossible for the Owner to make delivery as stipulated through causes beyond his control and should such delivery not be made within 1 hour(s) thereafter, then this Agreement may be canceled by the Charterer and any charter money paid in advance shall be returned to him or her. Charterer shall be entitled to no other damages, consequential or otherwise including emotional or psychological damages.
If the Captain determines that weather conditions, mechanical difficulties with the vessel or any occurrence make it unsafe to sail, the Charter may be terminated by the Captain at any time. In such event Charterer will receive a refund, but Owner will not be liable for any other expenses Charterer may incur or any other consequential damages.
Without limitation, Owner is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage to person or property, death, delay, or inconvenience in connection with the provision of, or failure to provide, any goods or services occasioned by or resulting from (but not limited to) acts of God or force majeure, acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, strikes or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, mechanical failures, lack of medical care, or for any other cause beyond the direct control of Owner.
CHARTERER’S OBLIGATIONS: Charterer agrees to take charge of management of, and attend to and be responsible for the conduct and behavior of the passengers aboard or near the vessel and to obey and instruct all passengers to obey all orders of the Captain during the Charter. Failing to obey a Captain’s order may result in early termination of the Charter by the Captain. There will be no refunds under such circumstances. Charterer shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with Owner’s policies and all applicable laws and regulations governing consumption of alcoholic beverages, including but not limited to all laws governing age of consumption of alcoholic beverages. Upon the safe disembarkation of passengers, Charterer shall be responsible for providing any subsequent transportation arrangements to visually intoxicated passengers from the drop-off location.
Charterer agrees to protect, defend, indemnify and save Owner and any affiliated company, harmless from and against all claims, demands, and causes of action of every kind and character for bodily injury, death and/or property damage, without limit and without regard to the cause or causes thereof or the negligence of the Charterer, arising in connection with the Charterer’s use of Owner’s vessel.
INSURANCE: Owner represents that the yacht is insured against fire, marine and collision risks and with protection and indemnity coverage for the term of this charter.
DRUG RESTRICTIONS: Use or possession of illegal drugs, including marijuana, on board the vessel shall result in immediate termination of the charter with forfeiture of all moneys paid. No contraband of any kind will be permitted on board. Cigarette smoking and use of e-cigarettes is not permitted on board.
STATE & FEDERAL LAWS: Charterer and passengers affiliated with Charterer will abide to state and federal laws and rules set forth by the Captain. If the group is found to be unlawful and/or un-binding, Classic Harbor Line, LLC and all of its representatives within reserve the right to limit or stop service.
ACCIDENT: If the vessel sustains an accident or damage causing a reduced term of the charter, then Charterer shall pay a pro-rated fee (no more than payment for the number of hours the vessel was actively in use).
NAVIGATION LIMITS: Classic Harbor Line, LLC reserves the right to change the itinerary and routes due to limitations resulting from travel restrictions, weather, and harbor events that create obstructions.
RESTRICTED USE: The Charterer agrees that the yacht shall be employed exclusively as a pleasure vessel for the sole and proper personal use of him or herself, plus invitees during the term of this charter and shall not transport merchandise or carry passengers for pay, or engage in any trade nor in any way violate the Revenue laws of the United States, or of any other Government within the jurisdiction of which the yacht may be at any time and shall comply with the law in all other respects.
CAPTAIN'S AUTHORITY: Owner agrees to provide a United States Coast Guard licensed Captain and to provide any crew required by the vessel’s Certificate of Inspection. The Captain shall be responsible for the safe navigation of the yacht, and the Charterer and all passengers shall strictly abide by his/her judgment as to sailing, weather, anchorages, and pertinent matters.
DEFAULTS: It is mutually agreed that should any installment of charter money be not paid on the date designated, Owner shall have the right to resume possession of the yacht and terminate this charter, without prejudice to his rights in respect of any arrears of charter money, or of any breach by the Charterer of the conditions herein contained. Owner shall be entitled to collect for its attorney's fees and court cost in enforcing this Agreement.
ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS: It is further agreed by the parties hereto that to the true and faithful performances of the foregoing Agreement, the said parties hereto bind themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, each to the other. The Charterer will make their group aware of all of Classic Harbor Line, LLC’s policies set forth in this agreement. The vessel is not ADA compliant. If someone in the Charterer’s party requires assistance, the Charterer agrees to notify the Owner prior to the Charter so that the Owner can determine if they can be accommodated.
CANCELLATION & RESCHEDULING POLICY: Owner will refund 75% of the total charter amount if cancelled 21 business days in advance of the charter date (1/2 original deposit returned). Owner will refund 50% of the total charter amount if cancelled between 21 and 14 business days in advance of the charter date (Original deposit is forfeited). Cancellations within 14 business days of the event are non-refundable (Total fee is forfeited). Cancellations due to weather are made only by the captain. This decision can be made up until one hour before departure. A full refund or the option to reschedule without a fee is available if the Captain cancels due to weather. Rescheduling a charter date incurs a 25% fee if done more than 21 business days in advance, a 50% fee if done between 14 and 21 business days of the event and a 75% fee if done within 14 business days of the event. Rescheduling Fees are collected upon the agreement of the new charter date.
LAW & ARBITRATION: This Agreement shall be governed and construed by the Federal Maritime Law of the United States. Charterer hereby submits to the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of the State of New York or to the United States District Court, Southern District of New York for any and all disputes which may arise out of this Agreement.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement constitutes the full and complete understanding of the parties and they agree that there are no understandings and agreements not expressly set forth herein. This Agreement may not be changed except by an instrument signed by the parties hereto. Charterer shall not assign this Agreement without the prior written consent of Owner.
Upon the completion of your charter, you are advised to say your good byes in a timely fashion or additional hourly charter rates will be applied.
We look forward to sailing with you! You will be contacted by a representative from Classic Harbor Line shortly to discuss details of your charter!
