It was my sister's birthday and this was our first time renting a boat. We Booked online and it was…read moreseamless. We couldn't have made a better choice. Everyone was friendly and super helpful. They allowed us to bring food, hook up our music and even blew up our floaties from home! Our captain Tommy was knowledgeable, patient, a gentleman, an amazing guide, and super fun!!! The sunset was unforgettable and we didn't want the experience to end. The boat was gorgeous and we plan to make this a ritual every year!! -Yolanda

RE:9-6-23 Long Island Boat Rental, Port Washington NY Great…read morepeople. Very accommodating. Parking close to boat dock a PLUS , especially on a super-hot and muggy morning. Again, very accommodatable, wagons to move your bundles from parking lot to your boat. We rented 21foot Grady white, great hull, 4foot nose into waves, not a splash over the gunnel, no wind, flat day on the Sound, bow riders stayed dry and no pounding! We had four people but just as good for six. 200HP Yamaha POWER PLANT. THIS PUPPY DINT MISS A HEATBEAT! Took us a couple of times to figure out the power of this engine as with my skier getting up. Lot of torque just as your coming out of the water and then power up pulls the reigns out of your hands. Gotta go slow at that point on the throttle. All a learning experience to us as we have been boating fora couple of years. Thank you, Long Island Boat Rentals. Craig

Just had a great stay at Safe Harbor Glen Cove. The dockmaster, Tom, is fantastic. He is…read moreconstantly checking on the property and making sure the patrons are comfortable. We were only going to stay one night, but winds were light the second day, so we decided to stay a second night, hang out at the pool and grill. Only drawback was late Saturday night partying on a nearby boat. We enjoyed Labor weekend fireworks, and walked into town for ice cream and a separate trip for groceries.

After being at a lot of nicer ones, this one was not that great…read moreseemed unorganized and not that great. But I am sure if you just need a place for the night you are fine

What a gem of a marina! The facilities are spotless. The slips are immaculately maintained. The…read morepeople who work there are so very helpful. Johnny, especially, is the nicest guy. The owner, Cliff, is truly a class act. And the location is very convenient whether you're going out to a restaurant, fishing, cruising around or going off shore. Finally, the view of the bay is amazing.

I have been boating for over 20 years, the norm in the industry, in the area, has become, "go…read morewhere you get ripped off the least". That is not the case at Open Bay Marina. Chris runs an uber professional outfit: I was basically deciding whether or not I would be getting out of boating. I had tried out numerous marinas on the same BLOCK. All of which, I was inherently dissatisfied with the sercice. Not only does Chris GO OUT of his way to satisfy his customers, he goes above and beyond. I am the only small boat on a jetski dock, Chris is ALWAYS ensuring I am satisfied with my service at Open Bay. I have never ever felt like a customer here. He truly has his marina members best interests at heart. If I even think my motor is running rough, I hardly have to mention it. All of the other marinas in the area are truly a waste of time. I strongly suggest NOT trying out your hard earned money anywhere else. This marina is owned by a stand up, /true to their word family, Open Bay Marina is a great addition to the south shore boating community. I will continue to give them my business and recommend their services to others.

Don't pay any mind to any of the negative reviews! This was such an awesome experience! We went…read morekayaking at 6:30pm and it was an absolutely perfect time to go. The sun was a bit lower in the sky but just over the trees and was beautiful to look at as we kayaked through the bay. If you're any bit of a nervous nelly there are boats that also come through the bay but they did tend to stay further away from us. The staff are quite friendly too. And there is a place right nearby called Coopers Bluff where we had went to grab a frozen drink after and watch the sunset. Overall a great time and great date night!

Can't believe this was my first time at The Waterfront Center! Have been going to this beach for…read moreyears and I've never rented a paddleboard or kayak and I will for sure be back. So easy to make a reservation and get the kayak! The kids at the dock were super friendly and even though I tapped out early cause my arms were sore, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience!

My family and I took the 4th of July Fireworks Captree Cruise to Jones Beach Fireworks Show ($65)…read moreon The Island Princess (IP). We purchased our tickets through the website: https://www.islandprincesscaptree.com. The IP is located inside New York's Captree State Park. We put "Island Princess Captree" into Google Maps and it led us straight there. Parking was $8.00 and the parking lot is a good size. The tickets indicated to please arrive at the dock by 6:00pm the latest for check-in and boarding. It was easy to locate the IP and we checked in with a staff member at the bottom of the stairs. The boat left the dock exactly at 6:30pm. About 8:00pm, we anchored and watched the sunset. Till the Grucci Fireworks Show started about 9:30pm, we were able to see fireworks in the distance in all the different towns. The boat tuned into WALK 97.5 FM which simulcasted music during the fireworks presentation. There were music by BTS, Rosé, Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the USA," and Lee Greenwood's "God Bless the USA." The Grucci Fireworks Show lasted till about 10:00pm and then the boat headed back to Captree State Park. So many people fell asleep on the way back. Free coffee and other snacks were available for purchase on the boat. My family and I enjoyed the 4th of July Fireworks Captree Cruise to Jones Beach Fireworks Show on the IP. We felt that the other fireworks shows went longer than the Grucci Fireworks Show, but it was still magnificent. It was an event that I've never participated in for the 4th of July, so it was definitely very nice and weather couldn't have been even more perfect. I had a light sweater on when it got a little chilly.

Nicole and Crystal did an excellent job today, especially with the children on the boat! I highly…read morerecommend this family friendly businesss

Our friends keep their sailboat at this marina. The staff is friendly and they are always ready to…read moretake you out to your boat or pick you up quickly. It's free to park and there are bathrooms in the parking lot to use as well.

It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon. The winds were calm and there wasn't a stress in the world…read more My friend invited me on her boat at the "Oyster Bay Marine Center." How could I say no? Oyster Bay is where I grew up, so I know then Marina very well. I met up with my two friends and we set out to sail. Her boat is a nice size and she is very skilled in driving it. So we went out to sail and found a great spot with a wonderful view. She's a excellent swimmer so she jumped in. I can't swim so I stayed on the boat, but enjoyed the view. It is so peaceful on the water and there's almost a easing effect when you close your eyes. Every issue you have, boss that stress you out, or life problem, seem to fade away. There's nothing but you and the water. It's something I can definitely get use to. Do I see a boat in my future? Who knows, but I will say this, if you haven't tried it, do it! And if you're looking for the right spot to set sail, then "Oyster Bay Marine Center" should be your first choice.

This was a great experience and was so easy to plan and execute. Port Tiki took care of the heavy…read morelifting and I got to choose my menu exactly how I wanted it! They had everything prepared and ready for us. the boat was clean, comfortable, and safe. It is a great option to make any small (up to 12 people) gathering more special and fun.

My friends and I have taken the 2 hour cruise twice. It's a lot of fun. especially in good…read moreweather. The boat is clean and Phil will fill your cup. I recommend it for anyone looking for a party atmosphere with your friends and family. The views of all the Gold Coast mansions aren't too shabby. Bring what you need to make your party.

The reasons to sail from this yacht club: Friendly, down-to-earth members who love to sail; and a…read morefabulous, protected location in one of the best harbors in Long Island Sound (perhaps in the entire country). From Manhasset Bay, you can easily daysail to several towns in Westchester, City Island or Nassau County, many with restaurants accessible by boat. Western Long Island Sound is ideal for such adventures, and North Shore YC is perfectly, centrally situated to take advantage of these opportunities. North Shore YC is convenient to one of the few West Marine stores on Long Island. It is also located near North Shore Farms for some lunch or snacks to take on the boat. The launch service is terrific. There are races and social events throughout the season. The restrooms are clean and there is a lounge/kitchen area with books, games, tv and trophies. There are tables and chairs outdoors with a full view of the entire beautiful harbor. This club does not attract those who seek to impress others with fancy amenities. If you are interested in sailing and want to meet a genuinely great group of people, North Shore YC is for you.