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PLAN EARLY, BOOK EARLY! During high season (May-Oct) we sell out weekends & holidays weeks to months in advance! Hourly Rates & Fees: Our hourly rates are based on the size of your group. 1-12 psgrs $625/hr. 13-20 psgrs $725/hr. 21-30 psgrs $825/hr, 31-35 psgrs $825/hr plus $60 pp each over 30 passengers. Two (2) hour Saturday charter requests during high season (May15-Oct15) pay the max rate ($825/hr) regardless of group size. In addition to our hourly rate, the Port of San Diego requires us to collect an additional 11% Port and Marina fee which is not subject to the GMB booking fee, and is collected directly by us once the booking is made. Overview: Romancing The Wind is San Diego’s Premier and most sought after private sailing yacht! Our pricing reflects the exceptional quality, service, and safety provided to all our guests. We offer a wide and diverse range of guest options including: full-speed offshore sailing, a relaxing bay sail, slow roll motor cruising, to even dropping anchor for a refreshing swim! We can customize your charter to suit your needs! We invite you to read our reviews and see what others have to say! Layout and Features Our deck layout is spacious and comfortable! RTW features high rigid rails not found on most sailboats! Our unique rail system provides our guests with safe, 360 degree, walk-around access allowing guests to mingle and gather across the entire deck. Other comparable sailboats on GMB have thin safety lines and require guests to remain seated throughout the entire charter! (compare our photos) Our aft lounge area is a great place to mingle, dance, or just take in the sights! The bow foredeck is another great place for guests to gather and sight see, and our extended Bow Pulpit offers guests to experience that special and romantic ”Jack & Rose, King of the World” moment! We offer comfortable seating throughout and we are safe for all ages! Romancing The Wind is the perfect entertaining venue for groups up to 30 passengers*. We specialize in: •Corporate Events. •Cocktail Cruises •Sail, Anchor & Swim •Family Reunions •Birthdays •Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties •Graduations •Ash Scatterings & Burials at Sea Sail, Anchor & Swim We offer seasonal 3 & 4 hour swim charters that are a blast! 3 hour SA&S are off Kellogg Beach in the Shelter Island area. 4 hour SA&S are at Glorietta Bay in the Coronado area. Ask for details. Sound System: We have a fantastic sound system featuring a Fusion Apollo MS-RA 670 Bluetooth receiver, Fusion Signature SG-DA 41400 amplifier, and Polk Audio, Atrium 8 speakers. Our premium sound system rains music down on the entire boat and connects via Bluetooth to any smart device. Food & Beverages Catering: Let us do all the work! We offer a wide variety of delicious menu items from local restaurants, deli’s, and caterers. From simple fruit plates and charcuteries, deli sandwiches, to full buffet meals. Even an onboard sushi chef if you like! If you want it, we can get it! Full Bar Service is available offering top shelf cocktails, premium beers & wines, and hard seltzers. All are customizable, and all at very reasonable pricing! BYO If you prefer to BYO we charge a single $135 provision, corkage, & clean up fee. We provide all the Ice and cooler space you will need! BYO is limited to any food items, beer, wine, and hard seltzer's only. Cocktail catering service is available at additional cost as outlined above. Please ask for detailed pricing. About us: Our sailing yacht, S.V. Romancing The Wind, along with our crews, provide a safe and comfortable cruising experience for all our guests. We been voted a Best of Get My Boat for 2022/2023 and going for more! We are a USCG Documented & Inspected Vessel and an authorized Charter Operator by the Port of San Diego. Our vessel is Commanded by a USCG licensed Master Captain accompanied by an experienced and knowledgeable crew! Once booked, our staff will provide you with additional information and assist you in planning your day with us! We require a credit card on file as a security deposit, and to also collect the required Port and Marina fees, and any optional purchases. If you’re visiting San Diego, we are a great resource for information on places to go, restaurants, and things to do around town. Tipping: Like any other service industry tipping is a part of ours. We feel tips are earned for a job well done! Industry standard tipping is 15% or more of the total charter price, including any additional purchases. We have the best crews in the industry and they appreciate your consideration and generosity!
JE
I’ve used many companies in the past and this one BY FAR exceeds all of them. Great and easy communication beforehand, perfect boat layout with a lot of space to sit and hang. Jim and the crew were amazing and very engaging. I would definitely do it again!
MB
Everything was spectacular! Rented for a combo bachelor bachelorette party and everyone had a great time. Amazing value, boat speakers and the general space was terrific. Great time and would absolutely highly recommend. Jim even knocked us down a price tier out of the kindness of his heart.
ES
My family had a great time during this woderful trip to celebrate my husband’s birthday. Even as San Diegans, it was a nice experience to feel like tourists and enjoy the boatride on the bay. Everyone felt safe on the RTW, appreciated the clean amenities, bar, free chips and overall service, thanks to Captain Jim, BB, Captain Matt and crew.
SM
1000% HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!! We rented this yacht for a co-ed Bachelor/Bachelorette event and we had an AMAZING time. BB's communication was on point, anything I asked she replied immediately. The whole crew was super friendly. It got a little windy and they even provided some blankets for us. I can't express how awesome this experience was.
MS
What a way to celebrate! Thirty minutes before we boarded the San Diego skies decided to pour rain with thunder and lightning. Captain Dan was ON IT! He was furiously watching the radar and ensured our safety on board once the storm passed. We ended up with beautiful skies, calm water, and the time of our lives on board! Bernice fit right in with our theme, specialty cocktails, and was an amazing Cruise Director! The whole staff added a level of fun to our evening and took us on the most memorable trip! Thank you so much RTW crew for the best birthday I’ve ever had!
Our private charters are the best way to experience San Diego Bay and the beautiful coastal surroundings. Our vessel offers guests adventure and relaxation with our diverse capability from full speed wind and spray in your face offshore sailing, a gentle sail or motor cruise through the bay, or dropping anchor for a refreshing swim. Our vessel is the perfect entertaining venue forCorporate Events, Bachchelor, Bachelorette Parties, Birthday Parties, Graduations, or Fun with Family & Friends! We also offer Ash Scattering and Full Body Burial at Sea services! Whatever the occasion, the Staff and Crew at Romancing The Wind will make your time on the water the best it can be!
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Full refund up to 7 days prior.
Hourly rates: 1-10 passengers $625 11-20 passengers $725 21-30 passengers $825 We require a three-hour (3hr) minimum during high summer season on Saturdays. (Two hour bookings on Saturdays may be accommodated if our calendar permits and are subject to approval!) In addition to quoted hourly price, all charters are required to pay an additional 11% Port and Marina fee which is not billable through Getmyboat. Fees are due and payable no less than seven (7) days prior to charter date. Seasonal 3 or 4 hour Sail, Anchor & Swim packages are available May through October. Guests must bring their own swimwear, towels, and sunscreen! Waterski type swim vests are available to all guests. We ask that all swim participants know how to swim and advise the crew if you, or anyone else in your group, have any doubts about his/her swimming ability. Groups of up to 35 passengers may be accommodated upon request and approval. If approved, the fee charged is a flat $500 over and above the quoted price and is not billable through Getmyboat. Charter guests are asked to arrive at the Marina no less than thirty (:30) minutes prior to departure for processing and boarding to insure an on-time departure! We ask that charter guests not participate if they have a fever, cough, sneezing, or do not feel well for any reason. Cancellation Policy: In addition to our cancellation policy outlined below, all cancellations may be subject to additional GMB cancellation fees! Any cancelation after booking is completed and 7 days or greater from the CHARTER START DATE will receive an 80% refund. Cancellations 2-5 days from the CHARTER START DATE will receive a 50% refund. Cancellations less than 48 hours from the CHARTER START TIME will receive no refund! In such cases the charter may be re-booked to a later date however, ANY subsequent cancellation will receive NO REFUND! Fees & Additional Purchases: The mandatory 11% Port & Marina fee, and any additional purchases are not subject to GMB fees and are due and payable no less than seven (7) days prior to the charter date. In the unlikely event we cancel your charter, any fees or purchases collected are fully refundable.