After being on this Hudson River Gem 5 times in the past 3 years I can honestly say it keeps on…read moregetting better . The customer service provided by the owner is beyond 5 stars every single time . The boat is beautiful and always extremely clean !!! The whole vibe on this boat is like an amazing experience every single time , they have the most friendly and accommodating captains on this boat . If you want an amazing and unforgettable experience ... THIS IS THE BOAT TO BE !!! AWESOME !!! Sailing Islander is my home on the water .

This was the second go round in enjoying this sailing excursion with this group. They once again…read morefailed to disappoint as Captain Mike provided a peaceful and enjoyable afternoon. We thoroughly enjoyed the sights while enjoying our music and champagne as we took it all in. Do yourself a favor and book if you have an appetite for relaxation and the urge to view NYC like never before.

I can't believe I've been in NYC for 20+ years and I've never done this sailing before. Although…read moremaybe it's a good thing that I waited this long to do it with Eric who made the experience unbelievable. It was a perfect day for sailing (nice breeze, sunny but not hot, clear skies, and not choppy water). This is definitely an activity that I will come back for. Eric is incredibly knowledgeable about NYC's history and shares it all. His boat is gorgeously kept and is incredibly comfortable and modern with a traditional feel. More importantly you can tell he enjoys what he does, which makes it amazing for those sailing with him. It's also a very relaxing experience. We went out on the 4 hr tour and it went by so incredibly fast! If you have the time I definitely recommend doing the 4 hr as it's the perfect amount of time to enjoy the experience. However, if you don't have the time I very much encourage taking the shorter tour so you can experience a great time. A must-do in NYC!

We have been sailing with Captain Eric for over a decade, and now bring our kids along on every…read moretrip. We all have a blast - adults relaxing and taking in the views and the kids "riding" the waves on the bow and yelping for joy. Captain Eric is always professional, prioritizes safety and comfort of his guests, and has a wealth of knowledge about the area and NY sites. I highly recommend booking a sail - you will have a great time!

I've been lucky enough to sail on the Popeye twice, and both experiences were fantastic. Most…read morerecently, we celebrated our daughter's college graduation with our family on board. Our group included lifelong New Yorkers as well as out-of-town guests experiencing New York for the first time, and everyone was equally impressed. Seeing the city from the water offers a whole new perspective, and Adam and his crew create such a welcoming, fun, and comfortable atmosphere. As a host, Adam makes everything easy and seamless. Whether you're a local or visiting for the first time, a trip on the Popeye is an absolute must-do!

The boat charter was so extraordinary! Every detail was taking care of by the crew! The host he…read morefilled us in about what we were seeing at many points in the charter. I cannot express how much the crew took care of my friends and I as well as were extremely friendly. The fine details that most customers do not say which are important -the host took pictures with his camera and emailed them to me upon my consent -we put on our music from the phone -drinks were poured by the host(he's such a great guy! -made us feel comfortable -at the end we sat on the boat for a few, had drinks with the crew as well as got to know Hoboken a little better through their stories Again, Thank you so much for the hospitality that you showed as well as treating us like we are family!

I had the pleasure of hosting my Fashionista Birthday event with Zenith charters on Sunday July 7th…read moreWith Mike & his crew and it was amazing. Mike & his team took care of us and made sure we enjoyed every moment while we were on the yacht! They made all of us feel welcomed and kept us safe. We created beautiful and fond memories that would live with us for a life time. We can't wait for another reason to celebrate just to get back on the Juliette!! Thank you Mike!! You have an amazing crew & we can't stop talking about every moment of our ride! Until next time!!!

The absolute best charter company in the NYC area. Amazing professional staff who took care of…read moreeverything needed. Highly recommended for yacht charters!

I did a lot of research until I found Imagine Yacht Charters and it definitely was as good as the…read morereviews said. This was our first time to New York and we did a sunset cruise and we were blown away!! The Captain and crew were outstanding and so accommodating and pointed out many landmarks around the harbor.. We got up close to the Statute of Liberty, Ellis Island, the Brooklyn Bridge and saw Manhattan lights by night. The weather was perfect and this cruise was the best highlight of our whole trip to New York!! Just want to say thank you again to Captain Scott and the Crew as you two were awesome!! We will certainly recommend you to all of our friends and family!! Hope you guys enjoy the song we made!! The Gilligan Island group, Joel and Laurie Nikolas Phil and Sandy Barone

The crew of the Imagine were flawless hosts. Incredible setup on the boat with multiple locations…read moreat which to hang out, and the views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, NJ and up and down the river are spectacular. But the highlight is certainly the proximity you can get to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Just two straight hours of smiles, laughs and good times. Could not recommend it more.

Highly recommend! We had a wonderful time and Mike was great and showed us so many different parts…read moreof New York. Overall, it was a wonderful experience.

Mike and his son were amazing! We saw the city like never before and seeing the Statue of Liberty…read moreso close was spectacular. 100% recommended!

Cannot get enough! Ok I went again (actually it's my 3rd…read moretime) I have to rant and rave again. It was sooo much fun! I did a girls trip this time and it was just the best time I've had all year. We felt very safe being in the open air and the boat is big enough for social distancing when needed. I just can't tell you one bad thing about it. We brought the drinks and food and the captain navigated us through the most up close and private V.I.P tour ever. This is my second review and I want to say that it was just as good if not better than the first time. Bring your family, best friends, or someone special. You will never have more memorable and magical time. When you split it's not even that expensive. Not for what you get. Totally amazing!

This was the best Birthday gathering ever, what a way to celebrate my 30th. Even despite the…read moreweather Captian Mike did an amazing job to ensure my guest and I had a good time on our 4-hour ride. The catamaran was nice and clean, very comfortable and had enough space for snack and drinks. Mike allowed us to pair our phones to play the music of our choice. The views of the city were impeccable! I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a mini private getaway. Mike was very accommodating and informative. I can guarantee I'll return for another trip!

Update: This is how they talk to you: "Ever hear of "BRIDE…read moreFROM HELL"? Here you go! Look at numerous guests and charters that were completely happy. We've only had positive reviews on our company. Thank you Lauren and Graham for the great review. Enough said...." Sorry for trying to make my wedding day perfect. Next time I'll sit back and let you guys do absolutely nothing. DO NOT GET MARRIED ON THIS BOAT. These people are scam artists and do not care about your or your special day, only about money. They will consistantly tell you that they are there to help you and make your day special, and then they will disappear for months at a time. I was constantly calling, texting, emailing them for answers to questions and got nothing in return. They contradict themselves constantly. Captain Rob will tell you one thing and his wife Lezlee will tell you that Rob is wrong and what he promised you really isn't included. ******MAKE SURE YOU DOCUMENT EVERYTHING ROB SAYS FROM THE START.******* (I mean if you still want to choose this boat after this review). You pay for the majority of the wedding up to a month before the wedding, meanwhile they do nothing to help you plan or get anything done. Despite me planning out every detail of what should happen on the day, I got to a month before the wedding unsure about anything from their end. The day of the wedding we started almost an hour late because they hadn't gotten the boat ready (tablecloths weren't ironed, tables not set up, boat not cleaned, etc.) even though we made sure to give them all of the tablecloths 4 days before the wedding and they assured us every thing would be taken care of. They had our guests waiting on the end of the dock, locked out with no information. Luckily I had a family willing to sacrifice spending their day with me getting ready to go make sure the useless staff on the boat (that we paid a fortune extra for) could figure out what they were doing. So we started an hour late, you'd think we'd end an hour late, right? WRONG. The SECOND it turned 1am the lights shot on and everyone was told the party was over. AND DONT EVEN GET ME STARTED ON HOW ONE OF THE STAFF MEMBERS BUMPED INTO MY CAKE AND THE MAITRE D TRIED TO SAY THE CAKE WAS DELIVERED THAT WAY!!!! So yes, the top of my cake was squashed. I understand accidents happen, but take accountability for your mistakes and go above and beyond to fix them. You don't lie about them. What is included in the base price for this boat is not enough time wise, and very old decoration wise, so you end up paying a ton for extras, including extra time (you are allotted a 4 hour cruise time.. If we hadn't paid for 2 hours extra beforehand, our cruise would have been over before the last table had eaten. That means no dancing, no cake cutting, no dessert, basically nothing. That is because it took them 2 HOURS to serve our dinner.), linens, decorations, etc. There were so many things that went wrong that I didn't have time to document in this review, but I want to end with the fact that I emailed them all of this information after my wedding was over and they didn't even have the decency to apologize for anything or even respond. They just take your money and move on to the next unsuspecting wedding party. It is my hope that this review helps people get the wedding they deserve, which means STAYING AWAY FROM THIS BOAT. Yes, the views are nice, but for the price you end up paying you can get married ANYWHERE. I'm talking rooftop in NYC, Chart House with the same view, another boat even... Point being, just know what you're getting yourself into if you book with these. They are not good people. As I told them, owning a boat does not make you suitable for accommodating weddings.

My husband and I found the most unique, beautiful and memorable place to have our wedding on the…read moreRoyal Princess! We wanted fun yet classy site, and this gorgeous yacht was the perfect venue. I looked at 3 other boats before setting on the RP and it was a decision well-made - the RP was very clean (windows, carpet, bathrooms), looked well-maintained (stairs, wallpaper, bar/table surfaces), and had a luxurious interior finish (the middle deck was especially impressive). There were some lower-cost alternative yachts also capable of fitting 150-200 people based in Jersey City/Hoboken, but those boats looked much older and less well-kept - maybe good for sweet sixteens, proms, and company parties but not a once-in-a-lifetime event. I am a Type A and hands-on sort of bride, but Captain Rob and Lezlee (business manager) were welcoming and accommodating every step of the way while Carol (the maître d') and her staff were ever helpful and respectful. They demonstrated significant experience so I knew that my wedding would run smoothly no matter what, but also remained flexible enough to suit any last minute needs (like escorting guests up and down the three decks multiple times, letting me string all sort of lighting and decor around the boat the night before). For a prime NYC wedding site (we docked in Manhattan for an extra fee), this is well worth the cost! The food was delicious and plentiful (we opted for a buffet so people could move more freely around the deck and enjoy the incredible skyline views) and Rob made sure to stock sufficient quantities of alcohol so my guests were happily dancing all night (he even filled my special requests for beer - whites and stouts, no ales!). I was especially lucky to have the perfect weather (not too hot or windy, with few clouds that made for a spectacular sunset) and many of my guests are making shots from our wedding their Facebook profile pictures, as the views are definitely photo-worthy! The only regret I have is that, as the bride with so much going on, I didn't have enough time to stop and enjoy more of the views (especially the outdoor top deck). If I had another chance to ride on the Royal Princess, sign me up!!

WOW !!!! A 5 star review is honestly NOT enough for this experience…read more This boat is simply spectacular, clean and very beautiful. Captain Paul and Melissa made this experience way BEYOND our expectations. Great hospitality and great company. Whether you're living with king for a girls trip , boys trip , couples or even just a romantic couple experience this is definitely the boat for you . HIGHLY RECOMMEND. I can't even thank Melissa and Paul for such a great trip . We are forever grateful to have shared such a beautiful day with you!!

we had the best time!! so much fun. saw so many cool things by boat and so much scenery. boat is…read moreincredibly comfortable and beautiful. felt like I was living large, a true luxury experienc. captain Dan was the best, kept us safe!

I was a guest of Downtown Magazine. Our cruise on the America 2.0 sail to the Statue of Liberty was…read moreamazing! The captain and crew were fun and professional. I've been talking about this experience to anyone willing to listen.

We had an excellent experience on the Classic Harbor Line AIA Architecture Tour. The boat is…read morebeautiful, very clean, and thoughtfully designed, making it easy to relax and enjoy the scenery throughout the cruise. The narration was informative, engaging, and easy to follow. We learned a great deal about New York City's architecture and history without it ever feeling overwhelming. It struck the perfect balance between being educational and enjoyable. The crew was friendly, welcoming, and attentive from start to finish. The tour includes one complimentary drink, with additional beverages available for purchase. Rather than having to keep going to the bar, the staff frequently came by our table to see if anyone wanted another drink or needed anything else, which made the experience feel relaxed and well cared for. The seating was comfortable, the facilities were clean, and the overall atmosphere was enjoyable from beginning to end. This was one of the highlights of our visit to New York City, and I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to experience the city from the water while learning about its remarkable architecture.