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Harbour Dancer - FAQs

  1. Charter Dates & Rates:
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  2. Arrival time for your cruise:
    Please arrive 20 minutes prior to boarding time. The 20 minutes will give our staff enough time to check-in the group, load your supplies onto the yacht and ensure we don’t lose any time waiting at the dock for latecomers… there are always a few!
  3. Cruise Route:
    We cruise the entire inner Hamilton harbour.
    If you wish and weather permitting, we can cruise outside the harbour towards Hamilton and Burlington beaches.
  4. What should you bring:
    1. Sunglasses are a good idea.
    2. Towels.
    3. Sunscreen.
  5. Beverages:
    Please bring alcohol of your choosing.
    Red wine is not allowed under any circumstances.
    For beer and coolers we recommend cans vs bottles. They are lighter, they cool faster and don't tip over easily.
    Please bring your wine, beer and coolers with ice in a cooler.
  6. Snacks and Food:
    We recommend that all food be in plastic containers.
    Sandwiches, Fruit trays and Fresh vegetables are recommended.
    Saucy items not recommended.
    Please bring plastic plates, cutlery and napkins.
  7. Attire:
    Dress as you wish. Comfortable is the word!
    Please bring a sweater especially on evening charters.
    Soft soled shoes, such as tennis shoes or deck shoes are extremely important. Hard soled shoes will scratch and leave displeasing marks on the yacht deck which are hard to remove.
    This is a million-dollar yacht, and we want to keep it looking as such for every time you return!
  8. Sea Sickness:
    If anyone in your group is prone to sea sickness, it may be a good idea to bring anti-nausea medication.
  9. Crew included in Charter:
    Captain and Hostess are included.
  10. Are children permitted on your cruise:
    Chartering a yacht makes for an excellent family activity for both children and adults. While the crew is there to look out for everyone’s safety, please remember that you are responsible for minding your children. We recommend that you bring childcare along if you wish to truly relax on board. Children will be required to always wear a lifejacket while on the outdoor deck.
    Please bring the appropriate size life jacket for each child.
  11. How many guests are allowed on the yacht:
    Maximum capacity is 18 guests including children.
  12. What happens if the weather is bad:
    The charter will operate rain or shine. There is plenty of covered and indoor space to ensure an enjoyable trip no matter the weather. In the event of thunderstorms, high winds, or dangerous conditions the charter will be rescheduled for another day (based on availability) or you may request and receive a full refund within maximum 7 days, usually within 3 days.
  13. Can we smoke on the yacht:
    Smoking is permitted only on the swim platform.
  14. How does payment work:
    To confirm your cruise we require a 50% deposit upon booking.
    Balance of 50% is due and payable 15 days prior to your cruise date.
  15. Is gratuity for the hostess included:
    It is customary to reward your hostess with a $100 to $200 gratuity IF you are happy with her service.
  16. Is our online booking system secure:
    We use SquareUp which is one of the most trusted credit card processing partners to handle all credit card information. We are compliant with the strictest PCI requirements for handling payment information, so rest assured that your transaction is safe and secure.
  17. Damage Deposit:
    At time of booking we charge a $500 damage deposit which is returned to you in cash at the end of your cruise provided that there are no damages done by you and/or your guests.