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The Key West Express Catamaran

   Length: 170 ft.   |   Beam: 38 ft.   |   Cruising Speed: 34 knots   |   Draft: 5.5 ft.

Key West Express Catamaran

The 170 foot Key West Express Catamaran is our flagship vessel that is based out of the Ft. Myers Beach port of call. Built by Gulf Craft of Patterson, Louisiana , this jet drive-powered boat cuts through the Gulf waters at an average cruising speed of 34 knots. It has 3 decks of comfortable indoor and outdoor seating and is crewed by a highly skilled crew that is ready to take care of your every need.

Make sure to book your trip early and enjoy these on board amenities:

• Air-Conditioned Interiors
• Two Exterior Sun Decks, with seating
• Interior Couches, Table-Top and Reclining Airline-Style Seating or Outside Seating, to enjoy the fantastic views
• Full Service Galley and Bar
• Flat screen TVs with Satellite Television
• State-of-the-Art Electronics and Navigation Equipment
• All Aluminum Body Construction
• Turbo Diesel Engines with Jet Propulsion
• Expert Crews with Years of Experience and Knowledge
• Complete Coast Guard Certification

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 100 Grinnell Street  Key West, FL 33040

  239-463-5733

Fort Myers Beach

 1200 Main Street  Ft. Myers Beach, Florida 33931

Marco Island

 951 Bald Eagle Drive  Marco Island, FL 34145

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Types of data collected.

Personal Data While using Our Service, We may ask You to provide Us with certain personally identifiable information that can be used to contact or identify You. Personally identifiable information may include, but is not limited to:

• Email address
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• City, State/Province, ZIP/Postal code, Country

Usage Data Usage Data is collected automatically when using the Service.

Usage Data may include information such as Your Device’s Internet Protocol address (e.g. IP address), browser type, browser version, the pages of our Service that You visit, the time and date of Your visit, the time spent on those pages, unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data.

When You access the Service by or through a mobile device, We may collect certain information automatically, including, but not limited to, the type of mobile device You use, Your mobile device unique ID, the IP address of Your mobile device, Your mobile operating system, the type of mobile Internet browser You use, unique device identifiers and other diagnostic data.

We may also collect information that Your browser sends whenever You visit our Service or when You access the Service by or through a mobile device.

Information from Third-Party Social Media Services The Company allows You to create an account and log in to use the Service through the following Third-party Social Media Services:

If You decide to register through or otherwise grant us access to a Third-Party Social Media Service, We may collect Personal data that is already associated with Your Third-Party Social Media Service’s account, such as Your name, Your email address, Your activities or Your contact list associated with that account.

You may also have the option of sharing additional information with the Company through Your Third-Party Social Media Service’s account. If You choose to provide such information and Personal Data, during registration or otherwise, You are giving the Company permission to use, share, and store it in a manner consistent with this Privacy Policy.

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• To provide and maintain our Service , including to monitor the usage of our Service.
• To manage Your Account:  to manage Your registration as a user of the Service. The Personal Data You provide can give You access to different functionalities of the Service that are available to You as a registered user.
• For the performance of a contract:  the development, compliance and undertaking of the purchase contract for the products, items or services You have purchased or of any other contract with Us through the Service.
• To contact You:  To contact You by email, telephone calls, SMS, or other equivalent forms of electronic communication, such as a mobile application’s push notifications regarding updates or informative communications related to the functionalities, products or contracted services, including the security updates, when necessary or reasonable for their implementation.
• To provide You  with news, special offers and general information about other goods, services and events which we offer that are similar to those that you have already purchased or enquired about unless You have opted not to receive such information.
• To manage Your requests:  To attend and manage Your requests to Us.

We may share your personal information in the following situations:

• With Service Providers:  We may share Your personal information with Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service, to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service, for payment processing, to contact You.
• For Business transfers:  We may share or transfer Your personal information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of Company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of our business to another company.
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• With Business partners:  We may share Your information with Our business partners to offer You certain products, services or promotions.
• With other users:  when You share personal information or otherwise interact in the public areas with other users, such information may be viewed by all users and may be publicly distributed outside. If You interact with other users or register through a Third-Party Social Media Service, Your contacts on the Third-Party Social Media Service may see Your name, profile, pictures and description of Your activity. Similarly, other users will be able to view descriptions of Your activity, communicate with You and view Your profile.

Retention of Your Personal Data

The Company will retain Your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use Your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.

The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or We are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your information, including Personal Data, is processed at the Company’s operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located. It means that this information may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of Your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ than those from Your jurisdiction.

Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by Your submission of such information represents Your agreement to that transfer.

The Company will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that Your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of Your Personal Data will take place to an organization or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of Your data and other personal information.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition or asset sale, Your Personal Data may be transferred. We will provide notice before Your Personal Data is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.

Law enforcement Under certain circumstances, the Company may be required to disclose Your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).

Other legal requirements The Company may disclose Your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:

• Comply with a legal obligation
• Protect and defend the rights or property of the Company
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
• Protect the personal safety of Users of the Service or the public
• Protect against legal liability

Security of Your Personal Data

The security of Your Personal Data is important to Us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Detailed Information on the Processing of Your Personal Data

Service Providers have access to Your Personal Data only to perform their tasks on Our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose.

Analytics We may use third-party Service providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service.

• Google Analytics Google Analytics is a web analytics service offered by Google that tracks and reports website traffic. Google uses the data collected to track and monitor the use of our Service. This data is shared with other Google services. Google may use the collected data to contextualize and personalize the ads of its own advertising network. You can opt-out of having made your activity on the Service available to Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. The add-on prevents the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js, analytics.js, and dc.js) from sharing information with Google Analytics about visits activity. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page:  https://policies. google .com/privacy?hl=en .

Email Marketing We may use Your Personal Data to contact You with newsletters, marketing or promotional materials, and other information that may be of interest to You. You may opt-out of receiving any, or all, of these communications from Us by following the unsubscribe link or instructions provided in any email We send or by contacting Us.

Behavioral Remarketing The Company uses remarketing services to advertise on third party websites to You after You visited our Service. We and Our third-party vendors use cookies to inform, optimize, and serve ads based on Your past visits to our Service.

• Google Ads (AdWords) Google Ads (AdWords) remarketing service is provided by Google Inc. You can opt-out of Google Analytics for Display Advertising and customize the Google Display Network ads by visiting the Google Ads Settings page:  http://www.google.com/settings/ads . Google also recommends installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on –  https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout  – for your web browser. Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on provides visitors with the ability to prevent their data from being collected and used by Google Analytics. For more information on the privacy practices of Google, please visit the Google Privacy & Terms web page:  https://policies.google.com/privacy?hl=en .
• Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) Remarketing Bing Ads remarketing service is provided by Microsoft Inc. You can opt-out of Bing Ads interest-based ads by following their instructions:  https://advertise.bingads.microsoft.com/en-us/resources/policies/personalized-ads . You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Microsoft by visiting their Privacy Policy page:  https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/PrivacyStatement .
• Twitter Twitter remarketing service is provided by Twitter Inc. You can opt-out from Twitter’s interest-based ads by following their instructions:  https://support.twitter.com/articles/20170405 . You can learn more about the privacy practices and policies of Twitter by visiting their Privacy Policy page:  https://twitter.com/privacy .
• Facebook Facebook remarketing service is provided by Facebook Inc. You can learn more about interest-based advertising from Facebook by visiting this page:  https://www.facebook.com/help /1649686938 37950 . To opt-out from Facebook’s interest-based ads, follow these instructions from Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/help /5681374933 02217 . Facebook adheres to the Self-Regulatory Principles for Online Behavioural Advertising established by the Digital Advertising Alliance. You can also opt-out from Facebook and other participating companies through the Digital Advertising Alliance in the USA  http://www.aboutads.info/choices/ , the Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada in Canada  http://youradchoices.ca/  or the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance in Europe  http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/ , or opt-out using your mobile device settings. For more information on the privacy practices of Facebook, please visit Facebook’s Data Policy:  https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation .
• AdRoll AdRoll remarketing service is provided by Semantic Sugar, Inc. You can opt-out of AdRoll remarketing by visiting this AdRoll Advertising Preferences web page:  http://info.evidon.com/pub_info/573?v=1&nt=1&nw=false . For more information on the privacy practices of AdRoll, please visit the AdRoll Privacy Policy web page:  http://www.adroll.com/about/privacy
• Perfect Audience Perfect Audience remarketing service is provided by NowSpots Inc. You can opt-out of Perfect Audience remarketing by visiting these pages: Platform Opt-out (http://pixel.prfct.co/coo) and Partner Opt-out (http://ib.adnxs.com/optout). For more information on the privacy practices of Perfect Audience, please visit the Perfect Audience Privacy Policy & Opt-out web page:  https://www.perfectaudience.com/privacy/index.html .

We may provide paid products and/or services within the Service. In that case, we may use third-party services for payment processing (e.g. payment processors).

We will not store or collect Your payment card details. That information is provided directly to Our third-party payment processors whose use of Your personal information is governed by their Privacy Policy. These payment processors adhere to the standards set by PCI-DSS as managed by the PCI Security Standards Council, which is a joint effort of brands like Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. PCI-DSS requirements help ensure the secure handling of payment information.

• Stripe Their Privacy Policy can be viewed at  https://stripe.com/us/privacy .

When You use Our Service to pay for a product and/or service via bank transfer, We may ask You to provide information to facilitate this transaction and to verify Your identity.

GDPR Privacy

Legal Basis for Processing Personal Data under GDPR We may process Personal Data under the following conditions:

• Consent:  You have given Your consent for processing Personal Data for one or more specific purposes.
• Performance of a contract:  Provision of Personal Data is necessary for the performance of an agreement with You and/or for any pre-contractual obligations thereof.
• Legal obligations:  Processing Personal Data is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which the Company is subject.
• Vital interests:  Processing Personal Data is necessary in order to protect Your vital interests or of another natural person.
• Public interests:  Processing Personal Data is related to a task that is carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the Company.
• Legitimate interests:  Processing Personal Data is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by the Company.

In any case, the Company will gladly help to clarify the specific legal basis that applies to the processing, and in particular whether the provision of Personal Data is a statutory or contractual requirement, or a requirement necessary to enter into a contract.

Your Rights under the GDPR The Company undertakes to respect the confidentiality of Your Personal Data and to guarantee You can exercise Your rights.

You have the right under this Privacy Policy, and by law, if You are within the EU, to:

• Request access to Your Personal Data.   The right to access, update, or delete the information We have on You. Whenever made possible, you can access, update, or request the deletion of Your Personal Data directly within Your account settings section. If you are unable to perform these actions yourself, please contact Us to assist You. This also enables You to receive a copy of the Personal Data We hold about You.
• Request correction of the Personal Data that We hold about You.   You have the right to have any incomplete or inaccurate information We hold about You corrected.
• Object to processing of Your Personal Data.   This right exists where We are relying on legitimate interest as the legal basis for Our processing and there is something about Your particular situation, which makes You want to object to our processing of Your Personal Data on this ground. You also have the right to object where We are processing Your Personal Data for direct marketing purposes.
• Request erasure of Your Personal Data.   You have the right to ask Us to delete or remove Personal Data when there is no good reason for Us to continue processing it.
• Request the transfer of Your Personal Data.   We will provide to You, or to a third-party You have chosen, Your Personal Data in a structured, commonly used, machine-readable format. Please note that this right only applies to automated information which You initially provided consent for Us to use or where We used the information to perform a contract with You.
• Withdraw Your consent.   You have the right to withdraw Your consent on using your Personal Data. If You withdraw Your consent, We may not be able to provide You with access to certain specific functionalities of the Service.

Exercising of Your GDPR Data Protection Rights You may exercise Your rights of access, rectification, cancellation, and opposition by contacting Us. Please note that we may ask You to verify Your identity before responding to such requests. If You make a request, We will try our best to respond to You as soon as possible.

You have the right to complain to a Data Protection Authority about Our collection and use of Your Personal Data. For more information, if You are in the European Economic Area (EEA), please contact Your local data protection authority in the EEA.

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Data Controller for the Facebook Fan Page The Company is the Data Controller of Your Personal Data collected while using the Service. As the operator of our Facebook Fan Page, the Company and the operator of the social network Facebook are Joint Controllers.

The Company has entered into agreements with Facebook that define the terms for use of the Facebook Fan Page, among other things. These terms are mostly based on the Facebook Terms of Service:  https://www.facebook.com/terms.php .

Visit the Facebook Privacy Policy  https://www.facebook.com/policy.php  for more information about how Facebook manages Personal data or contact Facebook online, or by mail: Facebook, Inc. ATTN, Privacy Operations, 1601 Willow Road, Menlo Park, CA 94025, United States.

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KEY WEST SUNSET SIP & SAIL

Sunset cocktail cruise, book online & save $10, sunset sip & sail   highlights.

Sailboat INCLUDES:

Legendary Sunset Sail, Open Well Bar & Delicious Appetizers

Clock START TIME & DURATION:

Departs 6:00pm check-in 5:30pm; 2 hour trip (*seasonal time changes)

Map Marker DEPARTURE LOCATION:

201 William St Key West, FL 33040

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SUNSET CATAMARAN CRUISE   DETAILS

Are you ready to experience the sunset in Key West like never before? This catamaran sunset sail is consistently voted one of the best sunset cruises in Key West. As you sail off into the sunset on our luxury catamaran, grab a tropical mixed drink and dance the night away to a live performance from one of Key West’s best entertainers while enjoying the legendary Key West sunset.

This trip includes an unlimited open well bar that includes rum runners, margaritas, mixed drinks, draft beer, wine, champagne and soft drinks.

This trip also includes great appetizers for you to enjoy as you cruise off into the sunset through tropical waters aboard Key West’s newest sailing catamaran, The Sandie Cat.

FOOD & COCKTAIL   MENU

Selection of finger foods & appetizers consisting of:

• Jamaican jerk chick sliders on sweet Hawaiian rolls
• BBQ meatballs
• Assortment of veggie trays
• Assortment of cheese & cracker trays
• Pita & hummus

Open Well Bar Includes:

• Unlimited Well Mixed Drinks
• Rum Runners
• Soft Drinks

Premium Liquor Package Option: For just $19.95 you can upgrade your drink package to include unlimited mixed drinks made with your favorite top shelf liquors (Tito’s, Captain Morgan, Tanqueray, Jack Daniels, Jim Beam or similar). Excludes shots.

This activity is operated by Key West Snorkel, Inc.

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Please bring photo ID & credit/debit card

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Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the trips departure time.

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We have a 24 hour cancellation policy. Any trip canceled before 24 hours in advance will be refunded in full. Our captains assess the weather on the day of the scheduled activity. If they determine that the trip will be unsafe, the trip will be postponed or canceled. We will immediately try to reschedule our guests’ activity if possible, but we will issue full refunds if need be.

ABOUT THE BOAT

The “Sandie Cat” is a brand new state of the art 65 foot catamaran that can accommodate up to 149 passengers. This sailed catamaran promises a unique venue for your wedding, private charter, or other event. With plenty of room for guests and festivities, this sailboat always delivers a memorable experience!

This triple level catamaran gives its guests plenty of room and options to get comfortable as you sail through the Key West waters.

This boat is equipped with a fully stocked bar so your guests can enjoy craft cocktails and a selection of beer, wine & champagne, 2 above deck restrooms, an illuminated dance floor with cocktail tables, state of the art sound system, front deck that is perfect for a wedding ceremony, and a top deck with the best view in town.

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Sailboat 65 foot catamaran

Users Up to 149 people

Wine Full bar

Food Premium food menu available

Sunset Top sun deck & lots of seating

Star Outline Sound System, illuminated dance floor with cocktail tables, and 2 bathrooms

SIP & SAIL REVIEWS

This was a great sunset cruise experience. The boat was clean and accommodating. The view of the Key West sunset was spectacular. The drinks were delicious and plentiful. I would highly recommend this trip!

Great time, well worth it. Crew were knowledgeable and helpful. My daughters (both in their 20’s) thoroughly enjoyed. The sunset sail gives great views of the island from the ocean. Highly recommend this sunset cruise!

Our family had an amazing time on the sunset sip & sail and would definitely recommend Sunset Watersports to others. All staff were fun, informative, and my daughters had a great time. Overall, an amazing company to choose for some fun on the water!

It was so much fun!! Highly recommend doing this with your friends and family. We had a blast. Honestly well worth it. Jake even took photos for us and sent them to each group!

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SUNSET CRUISE FAQs

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This is a 2-hour sunset sail with live music, appetizers and open well bar. Key West’s best priced sunset experience.

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An open well brand bar is included in the trip. The bar includes UNLIMITED rum runners, margaritas, well mixed drinks, draft beer, wine, champagne & soft drinks. We have top shelf and premium liquors available for purchase or you could upgrade to our premium liquor package for just $19.95 you can upgrade your drink package to include unlimited mixed drinks made with your favorite top shelf liquors (Tito’s, Captain Morgan, Tanqueray, Jack Daniels, Jim Beam or similar). Excludes shots.

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Included on the sunset Sip & Sail is a tasty selection of finger foods which consist of Jamaican jerk chicken slider on sweet Hawaiian rolls, BBQ meat balls, veggie trays, cheese and cracker trays, pita and hummus.

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Yes, this sunset sail will change the departure time in relationship with the time of the sunset in Key West. As the sun sets earlier or later in the day, this trip will adjust the departure time accordingly.

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Yup! This trip has a full bar onboard the boat and one of your crew members will serve as a full time bartender for the entire trip. The regular ticket includes an unlimited well bar, draft beer & wine. We do offer a premium liquor upgrade option that includes all of the premium liquors onboard the boat too. We encourage all guests to drink responsibly while they enjoy themselves!

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Yes we are! We love celebrating the holidays on the water in Key West. With that said, a lot of our tours sell out during holiday, so we encourage you to plan ahead and book in advance.

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• Parasailing

Get the best aerial views of Key West with Sebago Watersports’ top-rated parasailing tours! Key West is the perfect place for new and experienced paragliders to (literally) be swept off their feet. Enjoy the Caribbean’s warm winds and crystal clear waters as you float serenely 300 feet in the sky.

Up for more air and water time? Upgrade to Sebago’s Power Adventure package, which combines parasailing and jet skiing into one awesome day on the ocean.

Starting at $69.95, Sebago’s tours depart multiple times a day. Pick the departure time that works best for you!

Dolphin Watching Tour

Dolphin watching tours, find your adventure, sunset sail, parasail tours, snorkel tours, all day power adventure.

Since 1988, Sebago Watersports has showcased the beauty of Key West to individuals, families, and business teams. The company that launched the iconic racing catamaran Sebago now offers some of the best tours in Key West, including snorkel adventures, kayaking excursions, parasailing, and sunset cruises.

As part of Red Hospitality & Leisure, the crew at Sebago Watersports crafts experiences that transcend the ordinary. Sebago Watersports’ long-standing operations in Key West mean that each guest explores its waters like a local; in fact, customers return so often because they feel like part of the Sebago ‘family.’ Join us and experience the difference for yourself.

Why Choose Us

Don't miss this world-famous catamaran excursion, featuring live entertainment, food made from scratch, and a full bar.

Experience secure parasailing with skilled guides and breathtaking views.

Limited capacity, authentic sailing, and vibrant marine life make our snorkel tours special.

From parasailing & Jet Skis to meals & cocktails, everything's included for a hassle-free, fun-filled day.

Private Charters

All of Sebago’s ships are available for private charters with each trip fully customized to your specifications, including beverages and food from Sebago’s own catering kitchen. We can arrange music for your special day – from a DJ, to a steel drum percussionist, to a 5 piece band. Or use the satellite radio on our catamarans.

Frequently Asked Questions

We do not have lockers or storage facilities in our office. Parties are welcome to bring a beach bag or backpack with personal belongings on our boats. However, if you have large luggage or suitcases these would be best stored at your hotel or vehicle.

Yes, all tours can be booked online. Please note that we require a minimum of 1 hour in advance to book tours online. Or you can contact our office directly to ask about short-term bookings.

No, we provide you with all you need, including sanitized snorkel, mask, fins and buoyancy compensator vest. If you already own snorkel equipment, you are welcome to bring it along and use it on the tour.

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• Experience amazing Key West Sunsets with customized catering options
• Morning or Afternoon Snorkels
• All day adventures or eco-tours
• Dolphin Watches

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Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Tour

Search for wild dolphins in their natural habitat and snorkel Key West’s backcountry waters off the Seabreeze!

• Users All ages
• Info Up to 36 people
• Clock 3.5 hours

Barefoot since 1988

In 1988, Barefoot Billy established himself as the best darn suntan lotion salesperson in Key West. But Billy felt there was something greater calling to him. In 1992, a Key West legend was born: the Barefoot Billy’s Island Jet Ski Tour. Some say Billy had a unique vision to be the first to offer an around-the-island jet ski experience…others say it was a tourist on a jet ski rental that just kept going and going.

Today, Barefoot Billy’s has grown to also offer our popular Catamaran Cruises, all kinds of Land and Beach rentals, and our expert island concierge services to connect you to all the best Key West has to offer. It turns out Billy was right, there’s more to a great Key West Vacation than just suntan lotion. And with our locations in Casa Marina, The Reach, Marriott Beachside, and Garrison Bight Marina you can find us virtually everywhere!

It's Always Better When You Go Barefoot!

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• Info Up To 38 People
• Clock 2 hours

Key West Sushi & Sunset Cruise

Dine on fresh sushi while taking in the famous Key West sunset. You will cruise past the southernmost point of the U.S., tropical beaches and a Civil War era Fort Zachary Taylor Historic Sate Park.

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• Info 1-6 People
• Clock 2 to 8 hours

Barefoot Private Charters

Create the perfect outing for up to 6 with a custom charter! Cast off from the island and explore the unique nature surrounding the Florida Keys!

• Most Popular Rental
• Info 1 person
• Clock 4 hours, multiple days

Scooter Rentals

Cruise around the streets of Key West and discover the island like a local with this fun single rider scooter rental!

The Original Jet Ski Tour

The best way to experience key west, over 2,000 excellent reviews read more customer reviews or leave your own.

I’m so happy that I booked this tour through the Marriott it was so much fun! They left right from our beach so it was extremely convenient! We booked for the 11 o’clock and there was nobody on a tour for us so we had a great private tour! Nick Bowie was so nice and accommodating my dad is 77 and didn’t go as fast as us but he would always check on him to make sure he was ok! Thanks for making our trip so memorable!!!!! Truly appreciated! Guys you must book!

My daughter, her boyfriend, and I all rented jet skis and they were so accommodating... The tour was worth it for sure. Both educational, yet they gave us plenty of time to ride around and have fun too!

We decided to take a Sunset Cruise and it was amazing! Beautiful view, lots of interesting facts, GREAT food and drinks all included. It was just what we needed after a long day of checking out Key West. The captain and first mate were great. I highly recommend booking through Barefoot Billy's!

Tour was awesome! Never felt unsafe! Jet ski's are well kept and in great shape(especially for rentals). Max our guide was great and very entertaining(note to his boss, give him a break if he's ever late). I recommend this tour to anyone visiting key west. Best bang for your buck!!

Our jet ski tour guide was Max and he was very knowledgeable about the places we stopped on our journey around Key West. We also had some free time to play around on the jet skis! The only downfall for me was my husband's went faster than mine when I tried to race him, haha. Def a great time!

First time on a jet ski and we took a double wave runner around Key West. Awesome time and highly recommended. Derek was a great guide through the water, with a welcoming staff (Bob) onshore. You won’t be disappointed. Thanks guys for a great time!

Hands down a must if you are looking for fun! We did a tour around Key West with John. He was excellent and made sure everyone was safe and having fun. It was a 2 hour trip and we stopped multiple times along the way to hear some history and fun facts.

Our cruise was spectacular! The water was gorgeous and we saw lots of dolphins. Some came right next to our boat and even swam underneath it! Then we went to another part of the ocean and snorkeled in the coral reef, the largest in the USA. We saw tons of colorful fish, it was like being in an aquarium!

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Come feel the thrill, and experience the energy! You can be a part of all the action onboard Fury during the 2024 Key West World Championship Power Boat Races hosted by Race World Offshore. There is no better way to watch this event than on an official turn boat. Fury will put you so close to the action you'll feel like you're in the driver's seat. Don't miss out!

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Key West’s Original Live Music Sunset Cruise

• Check-in, 6:00pm

Embark on a Key West sunset cruise aboard our 65-ft catamaran departing from the historic seaport. Grab a drink and appetizers while you relax on deck as the first hints of the Key West sunset appear. Capture the changing light and watch for the amber glow as the sun dips below the horizon. Sway to live music from local island talents as you enjoy the Key West sunset.

Commotion On The Ocean Sunset Cruise

Brand New SeaDoo Jet Skis

• Check-in, 60 Minutes Prior

Full speed ahead! Fury’s Jet Ski tour is a Key West must-do for the high energy thrill-seekers in your group. Feel the wind in your hair as you explore the island aboard one of our top-of-the-line jet skis. View varying points of interest from the sea while enjoying this scenic trek through the waters of Key West. You may even spot dolphins, sea turtles or tropical birds along the way!

Key West Jet Ski Tours

IT TAKES 14 MONTHS TO BUILD A STATE-OF-THE-ART FURY CATAMARAN

Experience Key West Snorkeling aboard a spacious Fury Catamaran

Start Your Day Aboard Key West’s Most Spacious Catamaran

• Check-in, 9:00am

Set sail on our spacious catamaran and be one of the first guests of the day to arrive at North America’s only living coral reef. With instructions from our professional crew, you’ll descend Fury’s stairway to the sea to encounter the coral reef and a multitude of sea life.

Key West Snorkeling

Visit Two Living Coral Reef Locations

• Check-in, 10:00am & 1:30pm

If you want twice the snorkeling, then Double Dip’s the trip for you. Enjoy the underwater marvels of two tropical reef locations. Built for speed and comfort, Fury’s high-speed state-of-the-art catamaran means less time traveling so that you have the ability to explore double the Key West reef locations in one day.

Double Dip Snorkel Trip

Founding member of NOAA Dolphin Smart Program

• Check-in, 8:30am, 12:00pm & 4:30pm

Witness bottlenose dolphins frolicking in their natural habitat, then cruise to the backcountry for some snorkeling fun of your own! It’s a trip of a lifetime for nature enthusiasts, combining some of Key West’s best water experiences. With the only Dolphin SMART designation in the Keys, Fury ensures responsible dolphin observation.

Dolphin Watch Eco Tour

Afternoon Adventure Aboard Key West’s Most Spacious Catamaran

• Check-in, 12:30pm

You don’t have to get up early to enjoy North America’s only living coral reef on Fury’s famous afternoon snorkeling trip. Experience the warm afternoon sun as our spacious Fury catamaran takes you on a journey to North America’s only living coral reef. With the help of the Fury crew, you will embark on an undersea snorkeling adventure that includes coral reefs and tropical fish.

Reef & Ritas Snorkeling Trip

Reef Adventure by Day, Sunset Magic by Night

• Check-in, 4:30pm

This Caribbean-themed trip offers two bucket list items that Key West is famous for - our tropical coral reef and amazing sunsets. Rum punch and a vibrant tropical island reef habitat await adventurers on this thrilling Fury Key West snorkel and sunset sail.

Rum & Reggae Snorkel Sunset Combo

THE FLORIDA KEYS HAS THE LARGEST LIVING CORAL REEF IN NORTH AMERICA

SUNSET SAILS & CRUISES

The best way to see Key West’s Famous Sunset

Taking Visitors To Key West’s Reefs For Over 70 Years

• Check-in, 11:30am, 1:30pm & 5:30pm
• Approx. 2 hrs

Key West’s only window to the sea! Join us aboard our Glass Bottom Boat and experience Key West’s vibrant underwater paradise without ever having to get wet! Through the glass panels of our spacious catamaran, you’ll get to see all kinds of marine life- and who knows, you might even spot a sea turtle or a stingray!

Glass Bottom Boat & Sunset Cruise

Tranquil Ocean Setting

• Check-in, 6:15pm

Fury’s Champagne Sunset Cruise aboard our spacious 45ft power catamaran offers guests a tranquil ocean setting in which to experience Key West’s world famous sunset.

Key West Sunset Cruise

With several combinations to choose from, there’s something for everyone to enjoy on Fury’s Sunset Combo Trip packages. Experience the peaceful, pristine Florida Keys backcountry, snorkel the tropical reef, witness groups of playful dolphins or enjoy a captivating glass-bottom eco-tour before settling in for the main event – the world famous Key West sunset.

Sunset Combo Trips

THE LIGHT YOU SEE WHEN THE SUN SETS TOOK 8.4 MINUTES TO TRAVEL TO EARTH

Explore the natural side of Key West

Key West’s only window to the sea! Stay cool and dry as you view a stunning array of tropical marine life in air-conditioned comfort aboard Fury’s Glass Bottom Boat. Through our windows to the sea, guests can witness the wonder of North America’s only living coral reef. You may even observe sea turtles, rays and fish of all kinds gliding through the crystal waters they call home.

Glass Bottom Boat

Remote Sanctuary Reserved For Locals

• Check-in, 9:30am & 3:00pm

Discover a different side of Key West as you explore a secluded paradise in the Florida Keys backcountry on Fury's Island Adventure. Tucked away between mangrove islands, shallow sandbars and clear, calm turquoise waters, we’ll transport you to a remote sanctuary normally reserved for Key West locals.

Fury’s Island Adventure Eco Tour

THERE ARE ABOUT 300 DOLPHINS IN THE SURROUNDING KEY WEST WATERS

PARASAILING

Featuring breathtaking bird's eye views of Key West

Tandem + Triple Rides Largest Parasailing Fleet in Key West

• Check-in, 30 Minutes Prior

Parasail high above the sparkling waters of Key West while enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of this island paradise. From your secure spot in the sky, you’ll float along on a warm, tropical ocean breeze. While parasailing, you may even catch a glimpse of dolphins playing in the surf. An exhilarating yet safe trip for the adventurer in all of us!

Key West Parasailing

PARASAILING PROVIDES VISIBILITY OF UP TO 14 MILES ON A CLEAR DAY

JET SKI TRIPS

Be the captain of your own adventure on our jet skis

FURY WATER ADVENTURES WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1994

KEY WEST RENTALS

Selection of land & water rentals including private charters

• Key West Most Trusted Brand

Make the most of your Key West vacation by exploring the island with Fury's golf cart rentals. Discover Key West in style. Cruise the island like a local with your rental, enjoying the sea breeze and charming streets. Choose from our comfortable four—to six-passenger carts, all maintained for your safety and fun.

Make your vacation unforgettable by exploring every corner of Key West with ease and eco-friendly convenience with Fury's golf cart rentals.

Key West Golf Cart Rentals

• Local’s Mode of Transportation

Kick your vacation into two-wheel drive as you pedal your way through paradise on a rental bike from Fury. Explore Key West’s historic landmarks, unique architecture and picturesque ocean vistas while cruising through town using the locals’ preferred mode of transportation.

Key West Bike Rentals

MANY REEF FISH BEGIN LIFE AS A FEMALE UNTIL THEY REACH A SUITABLE SIZE

Make It Signature

Turning Celebrations into Signature Moments

Completely Customizable

Elevate your event with Fury Signature Charters, where every detail is uniquely yours. We understand that your event is special, and our dedicated event planning team is here to ensure everything is executed to perfection. You can craft a custom private charter itinerary with us, blending various Fury excursions, delicious cuisine, and beverages. And because Fury has the largest fleet with the most deck space in Key West, you’ll get the variety of options you need to make your event Signature!

Key West Private Charters

FURY HAS THE LARGEST FLEET WITH THE MOST OPTIONS IN KEY WEST

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Dolphin Watch Sunset Cruise Combo

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Hertz Car Rental, Avis Car Rental, and National Car Rental are the main companies from which you can pick a rental car once you land at Key West Airport. All these companies offer free shuttle services for travelers from the airport to their offices. Travelers can catch up with the shuttle for the car rental company of their choice from the airport’s main terminal.

Where can I exchange currency when I arrive at Key West Airport?

You can exchange your currency conveniently at Key West by visiting the airport’s exchange kiosk, which is located near the main terminal. You will be able to avoid the inconvenience of visiting banks or other currency exchange centers outside the airport.

What restaurant options are available in Key West International Airport?

Hungry after your flight to Key West? Well, hungry fliers will be happy to hear that Key West International Airport aims to impress with its dining selection. Travelers looking for a bit of local seafood should pay a visit to Conch Flyer Restaurant. If a drink is more up your alley, Last Call Beach Bar and First Call Beach Bar might be stops more suited for you.

Do hotels near Key West International Airport offer free transport to the airport?

Key West is an absolute tourism hotspot. The hospitality industry there is aflame with competition, so there are numerous hotels and resorts offering free pickup and drop-off at the airport. Popular hotels in Key West offering complimentary shuttle service include Sheraton Suites Key West, Key West Marriott Beachside Hotel, and Sunrise Suites Resort.

Does Key West Airport have an observation deck?

Yes, Key West Airport has an observation deck, which is located at the mezzanine level of the passenger terminal building. You will be able to have an exciting view of the planes as they land and take off from the airport.

What is the distance from Key West Airport to Key West Lighthouse Museum?

Key West Lighthouse Museum is one of the places you can consider visiting after landing at Key West Airport. The museum is about 3.5 miles from Key West Airport. It will take you about 11 minutes to arrive at the Key West Lighthouse Museum if you are using a taxi from Key West Airport.

What shopping options are there at Key West International Airport?

Wishing you had picked up a few souvenirs or gifts during your time in Key West? Well, fortunately, Key West International Airport has in-house shopping options that are sure to satisfy all your gifting needs. Jet Lag Accessories and Last Chance Gift Shop both have a variety of local souvenirs and gifts just perfect for you or family and friends.

What is there to do around Key West International Airport?

While the airport itself does not have many activities due to the small size of the island (4 miles long and 1 mile wide), you can pretty much walk anywhere and still make it back to the airport in time for your flight. One great option is to have a picnic at the Key West Tropical Forest & Botanical Garden, or else to stop by Smathers Beach for a stroll.

How far is Key West Airport from central Key West?

The distance between Key West Airport and downtown Key West is 3 miles.

What is the name of Key West’s airport?

Key West is served by Key West Airport, also commonly referred to as Key West or Key West Intl. The airport code is EYW.

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• Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Key West flight deals.
• Consider using American Airlines when flying to Key West Airport and enjoy direct flights to Key West from more than 20 cities. The airline offers the advantage of priority through the airport at check-in, security, and boarding. You will also enjoy onboard amenities such as free drinks and meals on longer routes and extra baggage allowance, especially if you book American Airlines first class.
• Looking to head into the city after your flight to Key West? There are a variety of ways to get into downtown Key West from the airport; namely taxis, public buses, shuttles, limos and, of course, ridesharing apps. For most travelers, shuttles, taxis, and ridesharing apps are likely the cheapest and most direct means of getting to your final destination.
• For travelers heading straight to the Key West Cruise Terminal from the airport, taxis, shuttles, and public buses are your best options. First off, many cruise companies have shuttle services that will pick you up straight from the airport, so it will pay to check there first if you’re going on a cruise. Aside from that, taxis and regular shuttle services are convenient and relatively cheap ways of getting from the airport to the cruise terminal. And, as always, ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft are always an option.
• Planning on visiting another city in Florida after your vacation in Key West? Conveniently, the Greyhound Bus station is located directly adjacent to the airport’s terminals, making it easy for travelers to get from Key West to the Florida Mainland.
• Consider staying at Hampton Inn Key West, which is about 0.5 miles from Key West Airport . It will take about 2min to connect from the airport to the hotel using a taxi, which is the most convenient means of transport. The hotel also has shuttles, which will transfer you from the airport freely. You can access these shuttles from the parking lot near the main terminal.
• Traveling mothers are in luck at Key West International Airport, as this airport goes above and beyond the standard airport services for nursing mothers. Where most airports simply have changing rooms and family restrooms, Key West International Airport has all of those plus the Mamava Suite . The suite features comfortable seating, electrical outlets, and every other amenity a nursing mother might need.
• Traveling mothers are in luck at Key West International Airport, as this airport goes above and beyond the standard airport services for nursing mothers. Where most airports simply have changing rooms and family restrooms , Key West International Airport has all of those plus the Mamava Suite. The suite features comfortable seating, electrical outlets, and every other amenity a nursing mother might need.
• Business travelers arriving at Key West Airport can obtain a variety of services, including printing and photocopying services at the business center located at the airport’s main terminal, which also houses the business lounge. The area has a quiet environment with comfortable seats and desks to allow you to work.
• If you are arriving at Key West Airport and you need to buy some gifts before proceeding to your preferred destinations in the city, you can access several shop options at the airport. Key West Web Store, located at the main terminal, is one of the gift shops that operate on a 24-hour basis.
• For fans of Hemingway, you can reach the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum in just a few minutes from the airport. It is just a short bus, taxi, or rideshare trip just a couple miles from the terminal to the museum.

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Loyal Delta traveler, but last nights flight was a train wreck. Seated in 1B after multiple delays. Then we couldn’t takeoff because of an issue with the passenger that was ‘not in compliance’ and had to deplane along with the threat if they did not deplane, all the passengers would be required to do so. Finally they were escorted off, but the experience threw off the crew. Disruptive for everyone. Service was a mess, televisions didn’t work, bathroom door kept swinging open during the entire flight whenever empty …

My flight was cancelled twice and the third time I tried to rebook it online I cancelled the flight because it looked like I would get a refund to my credit card. Instead I now have a credit. I was also on hold for three hours waiting for a representative and then disconnected. I will never fly delta again.

Awful. Flight was continuously getting delayed and gates kept changing without any reason. Flight was delayed for more then 3 hours

5-hour delay due to storms in Tanoa and airspace restricted by Miami traffic controllers.

I would fly again the whole experience was great. The only feed back I can give that they don't do that American Airlines does is the crew there is more humorous with boarding and thank their passengers. It makes it more fun to fly with them. I would however fly Delta again.

Horrible. This was not first class. This was a connecting flight whi h was late. My original flight never came. I hated the fact that delta gave me a connecting flight from New York to Orlando Florida. No meals and the television screens were not working. There wasn't even any power to charge your phones. This is NOT FIRST CLASS DELTA!!! Do better next time!

They did a fine job. Can't wait to use Delta in the future.

Seat back monitors and outlets were dead and not working.

The experience was good and the flight departed on time and landed early

The flight was delayed but we got to our final destination.

First time flying with them and will definitely fly again in the future. Crew was so nice and friendly, fought was seamless. They are simple planes, no entertainment, but it’s fine for a short flight or if you have personal devices Rates are competitive, and they did so well with keeping the flight on time after a tropical storm, where other airlines had delays and cancellations.

They boarded passengers that sat in the back of the plane first, making boarding very efficient.

I didn't even take this flight. My plans changed and I couldn't get ahold of customer service and the website kept breaking down during the attempt to change the flight. I wound up taking another airline entirely and eating the cost.

The worst flying experience ever 3 delays. No accommodations. Had to deboard the plane after being delayed.

Posted a 20minute delay but didn’t delay at all. Caused boarding issues and confusion. Also, didn’t release baggage. Took over an hour and 20 minutes to get luggage.

Flight was good, boarding was a breeze, flight attendants were friendly and professional. There was a medical issue with another passenger and the crew handled it in a calm and professional way.

The net issue I had was with the gate agent. We had added a carryon to our boarding pass when we checked bags. When I got to the boarding gate the agent was rude asking why I had a backpack - I said I added it - even had an orange tag on it. She ripped my tag off and swung her monitor around to show me how she was right- saying it isn’t wasn’t listed - only a checked bag. I explained again that I wasn’t sure what the issue was but I wouldn’t have an orange tag if I hadn’t added it. Then she finally checked my husband’s boarding pass and found that the agent at checkin had added my carryon to his boarding pass instead of mine. She sent me on my way without my orange tag. Was a bit embarrassing for me the tone she used with me assuming I was trying to get away with something.

Gate agent asked if I could switch seats so a family could sit together. Agent moved me to a seat in the front of the plane, no charge. It was easy. The agent did a great job.

Great seat space. However food and drink prices outrageous. Jabbing to pay for a carry on bag or stuck paying at the gate too much.

Every Allegiant Air flight I've ever taken has been delayed. This flight was delayed a full 2 hours. It was excuse after excuse after excuse. It was a flight from southern Florida. They made us board the plane on time, but made us wait for 2 hours on the tarmac. Because the engines were kept shut off, so was the air conditioning. One can only imagine how hot the air was in the cabin over those 2 hours on the tarmac, while in the hot Florida sun. Just terrible.

The plane was delayed ~ 40 minutes. Communication could have been better. The entertainment was poor. We were not offered headsets by the flight attendants. The arm rest pad did not work properly, thus, I could not select what I wanted to watch.

The flight was mostly on time, smooth and deplaning was quick. Baggage was really quick at the claim. Comfort was so-so and I paid for economy plus. It was still too crowded and why was a family of 5 scattered all around the plane?

Pot and crew did a tremendous job landing in Savannah in the middle of the tropical storm. !!

Exceptional, I’d like to specifically recognize Robert for his outstanding customer service. He is professional, pleasant, and personable.

Our flight was delayed several times. It left 9 hours after scheduling. We had to sleep in the airport.

We boarded and buckled and then deplaned due to no pilot. Had to wait over 3 hours for a new pilot. Not weather related, just poor management.

Flying to anchorage would have been cool but the weather got in the way

Didn't make it dir to delays - no support from United staff

A/C still wasn't working. Luckily it was only a 14 minute flight

A/C wasn't working. Made the 1.25 hour flight seem like 4 hours! Even at altitude it didn't cool down.

Flight departed on time and arrived a bit early. Can’t go wrong with that! And makes a travel experience go so well

WiFi wasn’t working on the flight, several delays and gate changes, ended up taking off 3 hrs later

The flight was quick which gave me more time to get to my other flight.

Terrible. We had about a 3 hours delay which led to us missing our connecting.

It was the worst experience ever. Cabin temperature cold, for which they did not have any blankets upon my asking. We paid $125 extra for each passenger to get extra space sits; the sits were ridiculously small, tight, and uncomfortable! The flight attendant dropped ice on me and my sister! All in all, American Airlines deserves below zero!

My flights had excessive delays, alleged mechanical problems, and overall terrible customer service

The inability to be flexible when you need to change a Basic Economy flight, when your company demands you book through a third party, causes raw feelings about the whole experience. A major airline should realize business and personal plans change all the time. I must save my company money on travel. Even if you have to charge me for the change, I get it. But being so rigid with a policy is not the best customer service.

Absolutely the worst experience. We were 5 hours delayed due to mechanical issues and a crew timing out. We were not offered any concession. When I asked for a meal voucher, they gave me $12. You can get a bottle of water for that at the airport. Offensive.

Departure down was really rough and ended up getting motion sickness on the flight

The Airline was not prepared for weather delays. We were held up due to an incoming flight being delayed and so we did not have a flight crew. This caused an extra delay for departure by 2 hours.

Nothing about this flight was good. They are always cancelling or grossly delayed. We were delayed for 45 minutes for no apparent reason with no explanation or anything we could see and I missed my connection to Durham NC. I was on my way to my best friends memorial and funeral. Now I'll missed them both!!

Total disaster! The easiest flight was kept delayed till … cancelled! And before official announcement of the flight cancellation I was offered to join ongoing boarding to FLL so I had to change all my traveling plans, have lost my car reservation and a payed spot at the meeting I was going for to begin with! I had to no show to my flight back, because it was from different airport again!

The worst experience we had traveling. The worst experience we have had traveling. The service is lousy, I will NEVER choose this airline again.

Never in time always late, even on arrival gate not ready so waited on tarmac another 45 min

Flight canceled 11 hours after being delayed. Miss annual family vacation because of this

This was a short flight so food was not offered. The stewardess was great at giving water out. The baggage check at the airport was hideous. One person was untrained and had asked a question. The other two people were just dealing. Someone could have worked the line and said you must have a luggage tag and you must have confirmation. We waited for some people at the counter for 20 minutes because they couldn't find their reservation or they were missing their luggage tags. We were in line an hour and 20 minutes had to run to her gate just to find out our flight was delayed 40 minutes. The silver air website never updated with status changes on the phone. Horribly irresponsible flight company.

I like that the crew member offered to hand me my carry in after I walked up the stairs

This Airline is horrible. I never made it to Orlando. Left after waiting for this flight since 11:45am. This flight was delayed 15 times up until 10:30pm. Boarded twice after pilot reported issues with the plane. After the the second boarding the pilot now reported ground stop in Orlando due to weather which was now at almost 5pm. This is ridiculous that passengers have to sit for all this time dealing with so many issues. Why wasn’t there another plane brought in before the weather became the third issue. Will never use this airline again. Awful. I hope I get my refund.

The flight attendant said I didn’t have a seat on the flight and made me miss the flight after 8 delays! When in fact I did have a seat and they sent me to a different airport with a different airline for the trip home! Never again!

Boarding started earlier but was not updated on any screen. We only heard the overhead call for final boarding. The plane sat on the tarmac for over an hour after landing.

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Luxurious river cruises in russia.

Explore authentic Russian cities. Enjoy premium service and engaging activities as you sail the Volga River.

2022 Cruise Season

Join our signature small group journeys and cruise in luxury along the Russian Volga river!

The Russian Odyssey

An extended 'South to North' view of Russia from Astrakhan to St. Petersburg through Moscow.

Explore Moscow, St. Petersburg and Russia’s Golden Ring in greater depth. Stay at gorgeous Four Seasons hotels. Enjoy special access to iconic cultural sites.

Lower Volga

Treat yourself to an unforgettable experience cruising the Volga river from Moscow to Astrakhan. The tour includes 2 nights in Moscow.

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A Volga river cruise is more than a geographical voyage; it’s also a journey through Russia’s rich and captivating history. No other experience takes you so completely to another place and time. The Volga is Europe’s longest and largest river; it meanders through the stories of Ivan the Terrible and his rise to power, the two historic ‘Greats’ Peter and Catherine, and then on into today. It’s a unique opportunity to see modern Russia in the context of its intriguing history, ably assisted by friendly and professional academics and tour guides. A Volga Dream Russian river tour promises to leave you with an unforgettable afterglow of fond memories.

Moscow to St. Petersburg River Cruise

Moscow and St. Petersburg are Russia’s best-known cities, but the towns of Russia’s historic Golden Ring are delightful too. The luxurious Volga Dream offers a unique opportunity to visit these Russian gems by sailing gently along the Volga River on an unforgettable cruising experience. In small, exclusive groups you’ll enjoy preferential access to some of Russia’s most significant cultural sites.

Moscow to Astrakhan River Cruise

Your River Cruise on the luxurious MS Volga Dream takes you from Moscow along Russia’s grand Volga River to the legend that is Volgograd (formerly Stalingrad) and Astrakhan on the Caspian Sea. Along the way, you’ll discover the treasures of Yaroslavl, the oldest city on the Volga, medieval Nizhniy Novgorod and beautiful Kazan, the ancient Tatar capital. We plan our tour carefully to combine the very best of Moscow with a world-class Volga River cruise.

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We love hearing from guests about their time in Russia and one comment often hear is how surprised people are by the Russian capital. We can’t say for certain what people expected but we do know that it’s always far removed from what they imagined! It’s been called a modern metropolis, a cosmopolitan city, an historic gem, an architectural treasure and a cultural powerhouse, among other descriptions. Majestic Moscow has always surprised our guests and left them with lasting and fond memories.

Russia’s famous Golden Ring is an archipelago of historic towns surrounding Moscow. Uglich is one of the oldest and was founded under Igor, the last Varangian prince. It once resisted the Mongol invasion and its ancient walls saw the grisly murder of young Dmitri, son of Ivan the Terrible. The impressive Church of St. Dmitri on the Blood, with its classic onion domes and blood red walls, is a fine example of classic Russian architecture. The tour ends with an enchanting choral concert.

This, the oldest city on the Volga River, and now a UNESCO World Heritage site, boasts a wealth of ancient orthodox treasures. The impressive Transfiguration of the Savior, adorned with murals depicting St. John’s apocalyptic visions can be seen in the Spassky Monastery. The Church of St. Elijah the Prophet is decorated with an awe-inspiring selection of rich frescoes. For a real taste of pre-revolutionary Russia, visitors are entertained by a costumed reception at the Governor’s House.

Close to the shores of White Lake once were the ‘tsar’s fishing grounds’. It lies in a place so serene that ancient monks chose to build no fewer than three holy sites here, including the Ferapontov Monastery. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, its chapels boast magnificent frescoes by Dionysius, one of Russia’s most renowned icon painters. The Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery was a refuge for many nobles during tumultuous times and later a fortress that successfully repelled invading armies.

The Karelia region is a vast and naturally beautiful wilderness that spreads all the way from St. Petersburg to the Arctic Circle. The glorious island village of Kizhi consists almost entirely of the traditionally styled wooden buildings of ‘Old Russia’. Among them is the famous Transfiguration Church built in 1714. Remarkably, and in testament to the craftsmen of the time, not a single nail was used in its construction! Kizhi is one of the favorite stops on the river cruise to St. Petersburg.

A typical rural hamlet brought to life by warm and welcoming villagers. Volga Dream guests are invited into local homes to enjoy classic Russian fare, tea with jam and ‘pirozhki’ (pies). Enthusiastic hosts share Russian traditions and the appeal of village life while proudly showing off their scrupulously kept homes and kitchen gardens. The tour continues with a brief bus ride to see a unique World War II memorial and then, for a real glimpse of Russian life, a visit to a local primary school.

Nizhny Novgorod

This was once a wealthy city thanks to its proximity to rich eastern trading routes. During the Soviet era, the city was closed to outsiders because of its military importance. It’s also where many political prisoners were sent to live out their days in exile. The 16th-century Kremlin ramparts offer spectacular views and the city is known for its elaborately decorated churches. For Volga Dream cruise guests, the highlight of the day is an evening folk concert performed by local children.

Sailing along the Volga river, the riverbank gradually ceases to be dominated by Orthodox churches. Instead, beautiful mosques appear as the river crosses into Tatarstan where the first stop is scenic Kazan, the region’s capital. Inside the white walls of the citadel, the famous Kul Sharif mosque and the old Cathedral of Peter and Paul stand side-by-side symbolizing the two faiths’ long and peaceful coexistence in the region. A concert of traditional Tatar music ends the Volga Dream tour in Kazan.

Passing the Zhigulevskie Mountains offers wonderful views from the sundeck before touring the city. One of the key attractions is the fascinating Space Museum, which offers a revealing glimpse of how the Soviet Union pursued its ambitious journey to the cosmos. The town is also noted for its beautiful esplanade, perfect for a relaxed stroll beside the Volga river. This in turn leads to the Samara State Art Museum. Founded in 1897, it is home to a collection of more than 16,000 works of art.

This city is best known for its close associations with cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin. The Russian hero who achieved worldwide fame as the first man in space lived and studied here. Saratov used to be home to a large German community, a heritage that can still be seen in the local architecture. The Volga Dream tour visits the Radishchev State Art Museum, the first picture gallery in Russia outside Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Originally called Tsaritsyn, the city was renamed Stalingrad from 1925 to 1961 in honor of the USSR’s leader. During World War II, the city’s residents put up a heroic defense, repelling an advancing Nazi invasion. The battle for Stalingrad has gone down in history as a pivotal moment in the bloody conflict on the eastern front. The most ferocious and deadly fighting took place on Mamayev Hill, where an imposing memorial now stands close to the excellent Battle of Stalingrad Panorama Museum.

Saint Petersburg

If Moscow surprises, then St Petersburg delights. Peter the Great founded the city to showcase Russia’s newfound enlightenment. He wanted to show the modern world a cultured and advanced society. In short, he built the city to impress and in that he succeeded splendidly! The striking buildings were designed by some of the finest architects Europe had to offer and even now, the ‘Venice of the North’ never fails to enchant with its spectacular buildings and impressive canal network. It is a city of true grandeur.

Cocktails with the Captain

Commanding any ship is a complex role that calls for a long list of skills. Captains know their vessels inside out as well as well as the routes they sail and when things don’t go to plan, they have to make instant decisions. Above all though, the most important part of the job, underpinning everything they do, is to keep the ship and everyone aboard safe. The Captain’s cocktail party is a great and a wonderful opportunity for passengers and crew to get acquainted as the gets underway.

Matryoshka doll painting

There is nothing more typically Russian than a Matryoshka. It embodies the fact that there’s always something deeper to be found in every aspect of Russian life. Learning the traditional designs and techniques used to decorate these iconic dolls offers a pleasant diversion and some cathartic creativity!

Superb Service & Dining

Our restaurant serves the highest standard of international cuisine, freshly made by our Cordon Bleu Chef. Choose either a sumptuous buffet or set menu for lunch while dinner is always four or five courses with full service. High praise for the exquisite quality of meals is yet another constantly recurring feature in feedback from our guests.

Meet the Professor

From the Mongol hordes to Soviet times, Russia’s history is, like all of Europe’s, a complex web of political intrigue, war and peace, trade and treaties, as well as heroes and villains. Academics devote whole lifetimes to studying Russia’s long past and one of them presents a series of lectures shedding light on everything from Gorbachev to Chekhov, Khrushchev to Ivan the Terrible and of course, contemporary Russia. Our Professor is on board throughout the river cruise for informal conversation.

Beginner’s Russian

The Russian language can be rather beautiful and poetic and we know that many seasoned travelers enjoy trying their hand at different languages. Our onboard teachers provide an introduction to the riches of Russian, so guests can try out a few useful words and phrases on real Russians during the exciting river tours from Moscow to St. Petersburg or from Moscow to Volgograd!

Russian tea tasting

The drink we tend to associate with Russia is vodka, but tea, in fact, is the much more universal beverage of choice throughout the country. Guests will get acquainted with the Russian tea etiquette, a fundamental component of the country's social culture, and enjoy the traditional tea ceremony while cruising from St. Petersburg to Moscow or taking a Grand Volga river tour.

Russian Dinner & Vodka Tasting

All our dining is international but for Russian Dining night, the Chef includes a selection of traditional Russian dishes: Chicken Kiev, Kulebyaka and no Russian table is complete without Borsch. To add to the ‘Taste of Russia’ optional Russian dress, or at least a touch of Russian style, is provided along with enthusiastic help from our staff!

Russian Cooking Class

A plate of pelmeni might not look like much to the untrained eye, but it forms the heart of Russian cuisine and culture. Basically, it's a type of dumpling: small portions of meat and onion wrapped in a thin sheet of unleavened dough and boiled, a little like ravioli. Guests can join a Russian cooking class onboard the MS Volga Dream to learn how to cook this delicious Russian dish.

Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov Piano Recital

Some of the greatest classical music ever written comes from Russia. It’s hard to imagine a more fitting stage for a virtuoso solo recital by our resident concert pianist than the mighty Volga or a better backdrop than the heart of Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov’s own serene homeland.

Russian River Cruise Aboard Volga Dream

Moscow to St. Petersburg

Why Volga Dream

Family Owned & Operated

MS Volga Dream is Russia’s only family-owned river cruise ship. She can accommodate up to 100 guests, far fewer than most other cruise ships on the river making for a uniquely friendly and intimate atmosphere aboard.

Five-Star Central Hotels

We at Volga Dream are completely convinced that, our guests should stay in great 5-star hotels in Moscow and St. Petersburg within comfortable walking distance of all the major attractions, theaters and restaurants, rather than having to waste time in traffic.

Luxurious Accommodation

The MS Volga Dream is the most intimate and elegant 5-star cruise vessel in Russia. She boasts 56 cabins, all river facing, ranging from comfortable Standard Cabins to spacious Junior Suites and the luxurious forward facing Owner's Suite.

Russian Cultural Experience

Explore Russia's past with the help of professional tour guides. Our on-board program includes fascinating talks on Russian history and politics, Russian language lessons, a festival of Russian cuisine (including vodka tasting!), and much more.

Gourmet Dining

Our on board restaurant serves international cuisine to the highest standard, all freshly made by our Cordon Bleu Chef. For Russian Dining night, he prepares a selection of traditional Russian dishes: Chicken Kiev, Kulebyaka and Borsch.

Tailored Service

All our service crew members are native Russians who are fluent in English and handpicked by the Owner. Proudly, the Volga Dream is famous for her hard working and very hospitable personnel who take care of every aspect of your life aboard.

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Evidence Shows ‘Hand to Mouth’ Production of Russia’s Advanced Weapons

A report by independent investigators said that Russian cruise missiles were used in combat sometimes just weeks after rolling off the factory floor.

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By John Ismay

Reporting from Washington

The Russian cruise missile that slammed into a children’s hospital in Kyiv last month left behind clues about Russia’s defense industry after more than two years of war.

The missile, a Kh-101 filled with about 1,000 pounds of explosives, was made this spring before the attack, according to a report released on Friday by a nongovernmental organization that examined remnants of the missile. That suggests Russian forces are using weapons like it as soon as they roll off the production line, the group said.

But it is also proof that Russia has continued to produce advanced weapons despite Western-led sanctions aimed at slowing their production.

The July 8 attack on the hospital killed two people and injured more than 30, including eight children, according to the hospital’s director . It was one of the worst days of violence against Ukrainian civilians in months as Russian forces targeted cities across the country.

The Kh-101 is the Russian military’s most advanced cruise missile, launched from bombers in Russian and Belarusian airspace . Ukraine has shot down many of them , using air defense missiles like the Patriot supplied by the United States and other NATO members. Some of the missiles, however, have managed to slip through Ukrainian defenses.

Parts of the missile that hit the hospital were examined in Kyiv on July 30 by investigators from Conflict Armament Research, an independent group based in Britain that identifies and tracks weapons and ammunition used in wars around the world.

The team decoded production markings on several remnants, which were collected by Ukrainian authorities.

“The missile was made in the second quarter of 2024,” Damien Spleeters, who leads the group’s operations in Ukraine, said in an interview. “So that means between April 1 and June 30, 2024, and given that the attack was on July 8, that means the missile was made between eight days and 12 weeks before the strike .”

Since November 2022, the group’s investigators have examined fragments from 12 Kh-101 cruise missiles and found that most of the weapons had been fired within about two months of the date they were manufactured. Two of the Kh-101s the investigators analyzed at the end of 2022 had been made in 2018 and 2019, but all of those they have seen since then were made just months before being launched — evidence Mr. Spleeters said could indicate that Russia’s military quickly exhausted its prewar stockpile.

Whether the sanctions imposed on Russia have succeeded in hampering its production of weapons is unclear, Mr. Spleeters said.

“It’s possible that they don’t have access to the components but have enough stockpiles to keep going in terms of production,” he said of Russia’s defense industry. “It seems they were still able to make the Kh-101 as they were before, but it’s a very hand-to-mouth type of production.”

“They make them and they use them almost right away,” he added. “And that makes them vulnerable to any disruptions in their supply chain.”

The Kh-101 first entered service with Russian forces in 2012 and has a range of about 1,550 miles, according to the Center for Strategic and International Studies , a Washington think tank.

Conflict Armament Research has been traveling to Ukraine since 2018 to examine Russian weapons being used in the conflict.

Months before Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the group found that separatist fighters in areas occupied since 2014 were receiving shipments of weapons traced to Russia .

In June 2022, the group found that most of the electronics in Russia’s military hardware contained chips and semiconductors made by companies with headquarters in the United States and other Western nations.

Later that year, investigators documented how Russia used parts produced by Western companies to make relatively low-tech electronic components for its most advanced weapons, including guidance systems for the Kh-101.

Russia expended thousands of cruise and ballistic missiles against Ukraine in the first two and a half months of its invasion in 2022, but after an initial flurry of attacks their use fell sharply, U.S. and British officials said at the time.

The use of top-line cruise missiles so soon after production probably indicates that Russia has to limit combat plans based on how many of those weapons its factories can make, Mr. Spleeters said, rather than having a deep enough inventory to choose targets based on evolving battlefield needs.

“When you want to understand the way that Russia wages war and their ability to continue to do so in the future, I think that tension between supply and demand is important,” he said. “And the fact that they use those assets on things like hospitals, whether that’s intentional or not, compounds the issue.”

John Ismay is a reporter covering the Pentagon for The Times. He served as an explosive ordnance disposal officer in the U.S. Navy. More about John Ismay

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Russia-Iran Ties Being Strained by Parallel Conflicts

D UBAI—The parallel escalations in the Middle East and in the Russian war with Ukraine are creating fresh challenges for the budding partnership between Iran and Russia, two nations that have grown increasingly close because of their shared hostility to the United States.

Russia and Iran can fill gaps in each other’s intelligence and military capabilities—Russia makes sophisticated air defenses and aircraft, while Iran has developed powerful drones and missiles—as they confront foes in their own regions.

Iran has said it will mount a forceful retaliation against Israel for the July 31 killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Russia, surprised by the Ukrainian invasion of its Kursk region, is scrambling to respond as Kyiv readies its first F-16 aircraft and moves to destroy Russian air defenses.

This convergence of events means that each country has little spare capacity to offer the weapons that the other needs most—at least for now.

“Iran risks that what it had conceived as a contained military action against Israel turns into an all-out war,” said Ali Vaez, Iran project director at the International Crisis Group. “If that happens, Iran needs every missile that it has—in the same way that Russia needs every missile defense system that it has.”

From Moscow’s perspective, diplomats and intelligence officials say, the calculation is simple: a major Middle East war would hamper its own war effort and complicate relations with nations that allow Russia to mitigate the effect of Western sanctions, such as Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

After centuries of conflict and ideological differences, a partnership between Moscow and Tehran coalesced a decade ago, as Russian President Vladimir Putin turned away from the West following his initial invasion of Ukraine in 2014.

At the time, Russia and Iran successfully joined hands in Syria to prevent the collapse of President Bashar al-Assad, who was losing control to a U.S.-supported insurgency.

Russian setbacks in Ukraine following the February 2022 invasion changed the balance of power in its relationship with Iran. The country’s aura of military prowess was punctured and its economy was subjected to international sanctions that, in some ways, exceed those that Iran has faced for decades.

All of a sudden, Moscow went from being an undisputed senior partner to a needy nation desperate for military assistance from Tehran.

“For the first time in the postrevolution history of the Islamic Republic, Russia is actually dependent on Iran for something crucial, which is weapons,” said Meir Javedanfar, Iran lecturer at Reichman University in Israel. “After the recent defeats in Kursk, Russia needs Iranian support more than ever.”

Iran started supplying Russia with thousands of Shahed attack drones, artillery ammunition and some of its Mohajer drones that can fire missiles in the fall of 2022, following a Putin visit to Tehran. The assembly of the Shaheds has since been localized in the Tatarstan region of Russia.

So far, however, Iran has rebuffed Russian requests for ballistic missiles, of which it is believed to possess thousands. One senior Western official described the potential supply of several hundred such missiles to Russia as a “game-changer” in Ukraine—noting that Iranian stocks exceed the number of costly interceptors Kyiv can obtain.

Russia has already fired thousands of ballistic and cruise missiles at Ukraine, depleting its own reserves, and recently started using ballistic missiles provided by North Korea, another member of the new axis of anti-Western autocracies.

The U.S. State Department this week warned Iran of “a swift and severe response” by Washington and its allies should the Iranian missiles be provided to Russia.

Retribution, according to European officials, could include a ban on Iranian civilian flights to European nations—not necessarily something that would ultimately deter Tehran, they acknowledge. Russian airlines have already been banned from European and U.S. airspace since 2022, as part of the sanctions imposed for the invasion.

“Western powers have made it clear to Tehran that the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia would burn any remaining diplomatic bridges over sanctions easing,” said Ellie Geranmayeh, Iran expert at the European Council on Foreign Relations. Tehran, she added, is unlikely to push these red lines until it establishes what Iran policy will be adopted by the next U.S. administration.

Western governments also have growing concerns about a potential shift in Russia’s willingness to share nuclear weapons technology. So far, the U.S. government says, it has seen no indication that Putin has changed Moscow’s longstanding policy to oppose an Iranian nuclear breakthrough. But the policy—once a consensus—is now the subject of discussion in Moscow’s security establishment, some of it behind closed doors and some in the open.

Sergey Karaganov, honorary chair of Russia’s Foreign and Defense Policy Council advisory group, who moderated Putin’s talk at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum in June, wrote in an article published in February that “sooner or later we must change Russia’s official policy when it comes to nuclear non-proliferation” because it’s unfair to many non-Western countries. Iran, he added, should be able to have a nuclear deterrent if it renounced its stated aspiration to exterminate Israel.

Western officials say that the key area of concern, should decision makers in Moscow decide to assist Iran’s nuclear weaponization, would be unofficial knowledge-sharing by Russian scientists that is hard to detect. “Imagine a few Russian nuclear scientists go to Iran on a long vacation, and just fill the knowledge gaps,” one European official said. “That’s what we fear.”

When it comes to conventional weapons, Iran’s weakest spots are its rudimentary air defenses and outdated combat aircraft—areas where Russia has long promised to help. However, the sale of Su-35 multirole fighters announced years ago has yet to be completed, with the aircraft still sitting in Siberia and Western intelligence officials wondering about the reasons for the delay.

Iran received S-300 missile defense systems from Russia in 2016, nearly a decade after first agreeing to the deal, which Moscow canceled at one point. The S-300 system, however, seemed to be inefficient against a pinpoint Israeli strike in April, with satellite images indicating damage to its key component.

Contacts about shipping to Iran the more powerful S-400 air defense systems so far have led to no known agreements.

With Ukraine launching increasingly frequent drone and missile attacks on military and infrastructure targets in Russia and occupied parts of Ukraine, including military airfields, Moscow is unable to protect its own territory with sufficient air defenses. Several S-400 batteries have been destroyed in recent months.

These constraints point to the fundamental issue of the Russo-Iranian partnership. While Moscow and Tehran increasingly bond over their enmity to the U.S., they don’t publicly support each other’s war goals against their regional enemies.

While Iran seeks the eradication of Israel, Moscow maintains full relations with it, including visa-free travel for each other’s citizens and daily direct flights that continue even as air carriers from the U.S. suspended their links with Tel Aviv. Russia is also cultivating relations with Iran’s Arab rivals, Saudi Arabia and the U.A.E.

Iran, meanwhile, has never formally acknowledged that it’s supplying weapons to Russia, and—unlike North Korea, Belarus or Syria—abstained rather than siding with Moscow in United Nations General Assembly votes condemning the invasion of Ukraine.

“Russia and Iran have distinctive ideologies, competitive national interests, and centuries of mutual mistrust,” said Karim Sadjadpour, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. “They cooperate when it suits their defiance of the U.S.-led world order, but neither will risk their hold on power by fully committing to each other’s cause.”

Mutual suspicion remains. In May, following the helicopter crash that killed Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian, both seen as key advocates of closer cooperation with Moscow, Russian military analysts speculated that the incident may have been orchestrated by elements of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps who seek eventual rapprochement with the West.

The July election of President Masoud Pezeshkian, who campaigned on promises of better ties with Europe and lowering tensions with the U.S. to revive the country’s struggling economy, only solidified such fears. Iran’s establishment, meanwhile, fears Moscow would betray Iran if it’s able to find an accommodation with the U.S. over Ukraine, especially if former President Donald Trump wins re-election.

The increasingly systemic nature of Russia’s—and Iran’s—conflict with the U.S. and the West, however, brings the two regimes closer together despite such suspicions, said Hanna Notte, director for Eurasia at the James Martin Center for Nonproliferation Studies in Monterey, Calif.

“There have been grievances in the past,” she said. “But the historical mistrust factor is by far outweighed today by having a common purpose and a common enemy in the United States and the West—and in seeing each other as partners in this global confrontation with the West.”

Write to Yaroslav Trofimov at [email protected]

Coastal cruising is here and growing: 'A natural transition for any river cruiser'

• Coastal cruising is one of the industry’s fastest-growing segments.
• Coastal ships have a shallow draft that enables them to dock in small harbors without ferrying their passengers ashore on tenders.
• American Cruise Lines plans to grow its fleet to 12 coastal cruise ships in the coming years as part of its “Project Blue” series.

EDGARTOWN, Mass. – “You’re gonna need a bigger boat.”

A terrified Chief Brody uttered one of the most memorable quotes in American cinematic history in the 1975 thriller “Jaws,” a watershed movie filmed here on Martha’s Vineyard , an affluent island 7 miles south of Cape Cod in Massachusetts.

Chief Brody’s panicked assertion was true if you’re trying to catch and kill a 25-foot great white shark with a ravenous appetite for sun-seeking beachgoers. 

But when it comes to exploring the small towns, bays and inlets off the coastline of Cape Cod – and other coastal regions in the United States – bigger boats are about as useful as a rod and reel in trying to ensnare a horrifying 3-ton sea monster in Steven Spielberg's movie.

What is considered coastal cruising?

Coastal cruising is one of the industry’s fastest-growing segments. It involves sailing on small ships – typically carrying 100-200 guests – close enough to shore that passengers can see land throughout the voyage. The segment is geared toward older, well-heeled Americans who want to stay fairly close to home while visiting less touristy ports that the big ships can’t reach.

Coastal ships have a shallow draft that enables them to dock in small harbors without ferrying their passengers ashore on tenders. They offer the convenience and intimacy of riverboats coupled with the versatility and stability to sail in the open seas. On some itineraries, they also traverse rivers, lakes and canals.

I recently sailed on a one-week coastal cruise around Cape Cod on the 100-passenger “catamaran-inspired” American Eagle. The four-deck ship was christened in August 2023 and is part of the fleet of American Cruise Lines , the largest river cruise line in the U.S. that is rapidly expanding into coastal cruising.

The Connecticut-based company isn’t just dipping its toes in the coastal cruising market. It has seven coastal cruise ships on the water, with plans for two more ships to begin sailing by the end of the year and two more to launch in 2025. Its newest vessel, American Liberty, will take its inaugural voyage on Thursday from Providence, Rhode Island, visiting several ports in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

“Our newest small ships allow guests to cruise within sight of land and enjoy the same atmosphere found aboard our riverboats, making our coastal itineraries a natural transition for any river cruiser,” said Charles B. Robertson, American Cruise Lines’ president and CEO, whose father founded the company in 1972.

American Cruise Lines owns its own shipyard in Maryland’s Eastern Shore and all of its ships are U.S.-flagged, which allows for itineraries that don’t include a foreign stop. An American law requires foreign-flagged ships sailing in U.S. waters to stop in at least one non-U.S. port of call.

Besides New England, other U.S. coastal itineraries include the Chesapeake Bay with port stops in Maryland and Virginia, a Southeast cruise that visits Charleston, S.C., and Savannah, GA., trips around the coastline of Florida, the Puget Sound in Washington and Alaska’s Inside Passage.  American Cruise Lines also owns Pearl Seas Cruises, which has one coastal ship – the 210-passenger foreign-flagged Pearl Mist – now sailing the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway in Canada.  

Rates for coastal cruises are comparable to high-end river cruises and can get pricey.  Depending on the cruise line and what amenities are included – like roundtrip air, a pre-cruise hotel, an open bar onboard and shore excursions – fares can easily exceed $1,000 per person per day.  A high percentage of cabins on coastal ships come with private balconies.   

All told, American Cruise Lines plans to grow its fleet to 12 coastal cruise ships in the coming years as part of its “Project Blue” series.  Add that its stable of 10 riverboats plying the Mississippi, Columbia, Snake and other U.S. rivers, and the cruise line says it now has a footprint in 35 states.

Cape Codder cruise ports: Provincetown, Plymouth

The Cape Codder cruise on the American Eagle started and ended in Boston Harbor. The itinerary offered a chance to become immersed in the history related to the Pilgrims’ arrival in the New World in 1620 aboard the Mayflower and their encounters with the Wampanoag people, who have been living in New England for more than 12,000 years.

We reached our first port, Provincetown, on the northern tip of Cape Cod, just four hours after leaving Boston. I had thought the Pilgrims first landed at Plymouth Rock, but they actually spent five weeks in Provincetown before settling in Plymouth, about 80 miles west across Cape Cod Bay.

Provincetown, known as a boisterous party town, has a year-round population of less than 4,000 that swells to 60,000 during the summer. I climbed the Pilgrim Monument for a spectacular view of the town and harbor. A museum at the monument has a replica of the landmark Mayflower Compact. Signed by the Pilgrims in Provincetown Harbor, the compact is the first document to establish self-government in the New World.

In Plymouth I toured a full-scale reproduction of the Mayflower, the ship which brought 102 Pilgrims from England to America.  Their arduous journey across the Atlantic took 66 days.  From the American Eagle, I walked to the nearby Plymouth Rock, where some believe the Pilgrims first set foot in the New World.  While there is no historical evidence to confirm that, the rock remains an important symbol representing the determination of the nation's early settlers.

We also visited Plimoth Patuxet, a living museum that features a recreated 17th-century Pilgrim village. There are “historical interpreters” dressed as Pilgrims at the site, who interact with visitors as if it were 1627. They stay in character, so it’s best not to ask – as I made the mistake of doing – if the site had Wi-Fi.

Next up: Buzzards Bay, Hyannis, Newport RI

From the port of Buzzards Bay, I took an excursion to Hyannis to visit the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum, which showcases the Kennedy family’s deep connection to Cape Cod. The Kennedys had several summer homes in nearby Hyannis Port. The compound, closed to visitors, is still the home of Ethel Kennedy, the 96-year-old widow of Robert F. Kennedy.

It's hard to find a place in America that oozes more money than Newport, R.I., known for its rich sailing history and grandiose homes. 

By the turn of the 20th century, many of the nation’s wealthiest families – including the Vanderbilts and Astors – built summer houses in Newport. Today, mansions are owned by the likes of Jay Leno, Judge Judy and billionaire software-magnate Larry Ellison. 

Martha's Vineyard, where 'Jaws' was filmed

The island of Martha’s Vineyard, often called “The Vineyard,” is another popular summer hangout for the rich and famous. 

We visited Edgartown, a town that took on the stage name of “Amity” during the filming of “Jaws.” We also stopped by the spectacular Aquinnah Cliffs – with its colorful clay cliffs carved by glaciers – on the northwestern tip of the island.

As for sharks, it turned out that it was indeed safe to go back in the water again. The only sharks I encountered on the cruise were emblazoned on T-shirts and other souvenirs in Martha’s Vineyard gift shops.   

Cape Cod travel tips

American Cruise Lines:  www.americancruiselines.com .

Pearl Seas Cruises: www.pearlseascruises.com .

Massachusetts Office of Travel and Tourism:  www.visitma.com .

Dan Fellner of Scottsdale is a freelance travel writer. Contact him at  [email protected]  or visit his website at  DanFellner.com .    

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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin 'withdrawing generous offer' - as Russia 'moves troops to Kursk'

Vladimir Putin's "generous" offer is no longer on the table after Ukraine's invasion of Russia's Kursk region, a Kremlin official has said. Meanwhile, Lithuania's defence minister Laurynas Kasciunas has said Russia is moving troops from Kaliningrad to Kursk.

Wednesday 14 August 2024 01:53, UK

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• Ukraine 'advancing' in Russian region after shock invasion
• Russia 'moving troops from Kaliningrad to Kursk' 
• Putin 'withdrawing generous offer' after Ukraine invades Russian region
• Risk of new mobilisation in Russia by the end of this year - report
• All of Ukraine under air alert after early Russian strikes
• Michael Clarke analysis:  How long can Ukraine hold Kursk?
• Second Russian region evacuated due to 'Ukrainian activity'
• Ukraine 'controls 1,000sq km of Russian territory'

We'll be back tomorrow morning with more updates on the Ukraine war.

Before we go, here's a reminder of what has happened today: 

• Ukraine said its forces have taken control of 74 settlements in Russia's southern Kursk region;
• White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre said the US had no advance notice from Ukraine that it planned military action in the Russia border region;
• Lithuania's defence minister Laurynas Kasciunas said Russia is moving troops from its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad to the southern Kursk region;
• Ukraine has proven it is "capable of protecting its interests and independence", Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in his evening address;
• Russia summoned a senior Moldovan diplomat to express "serious concern" over reports of Western-supplied F-16 fighter jets for Ukraine being based in Moldova;
• Russia criticised Western allies of Ukraine and said they have not condemned Kyiv's invasion into the Russian region of Kursk.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has said that evidence continues to indicate that yesterday's fire at the Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant in Ukraine did not start at the base of the cooling tower or by a foreign object.

"The evidence gathered reinforces our conclusion that the main fire seems unlikely to be at the base of the cooling tower," the IAEA cited its head, Rafael Mariano Grossi, as saying in a statement.

It said "foreign objects or materials were visible" in the damaged tower.

The Russian management of the plant told the IAEA that the tower may need to be dismantled, the IAEA said.

For context : Yesterday, a fire broke out at the Russian-occupied plant and Moscow and Kyiv blamed each other for the fire, which has since been extinguished. 

The IAEA said its experts at the plant witnessed "thick dark smoke" coming from the northwestern area of the plant, after hearing multiple explosions.

A Russian official said at the time that the cooling tower at the plant may need to be replaced.

Footage has emerged showing a Ukrainian truck carrying blindfolded men in Russian military uniform travelling away from the Russian border.

Ukraine's attack on the Russian border region of Kursk last week took Moscow by surprise.

Following the attack, about 121,000 people have been evacuated from the area or have fled.

Russia has criticised Western allies of Ukraine and said they have not condemned Kyiv's invasion into the Russian region of Kursk.

Today, Ukraine's allies on the UN Security Council - including the US, France and Britain - shared their support for Kyiv during an informal council gathering convened by Russia. They did not mention the Kursk offensive.

Speaking at the meeting, Russia's deputy UN ambassador Dmitry Polyanskiy told the council gathering: "We haven't heard a word of condemnation of these actions from the Western sponsors of the Kyiv regime who continue to cover up the abhorrent crimes of their puppet.

"I would be grateful for the explanation how intentionally targeting civilians serves the goal of disrupting attacks on Ukrainian territory, given the fact that there were no military objects or infrastructure in the area."

During the informal council meeting, American, British and French diplomats listed accusations against Russia of violations of international humanitarian law and human rights in Ukraine.

"There is no question as to which country has committed numerous well-documented atrocities, including war crimes and crimes against humanity, on Ukraine's sovereign territory," US diplomat Caleb Pine said. 

"That country is Russia."

Our  security and defence analyst Professor Michael Clarke  has said it may not make strategic sense to hold Kursk long-term.

"In this war, we're used to seeing battles develop over a very long period - real battles of attrition go on for months," he says. 

"This coming battle of Kursk will be measured in days and weeks, not weeks and months."

That's because of mounting pressure on Vladimir Putin, he says. 

"For his own survival inside the Kremlin, he has to make it clear that Russian territory is sacred, so he'll do whatever it takes to get rid of this enclave," he explains. 

"Russia has not been invaded since 1941, so this is outrageous from his point of view."

You can watch Clarke's full analysis here...

Earlier, US state department deputy spokesperson Vedant Patel said the US was not engaged in any aspect of planning or preparation for Ukraine's invasion in the Kursk region of Russia (see post at 6.13pm).

Now, White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre has reiterated that the US had no advance notice from Ukraine that it planned military action in the Russia border region.

Ms Jean-Pierre, speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One as President Joe Biden flew to New Orleans, said Washington had no involvement in the operation.

US officials have been seeking clarification from Ukraine about its objectives in Russia.

Earlier, we brought you comments from the commander of the Ukrainian military, Oleksandr Syrskyi, who said that Ukraine now controlled 74 settlements in the Kursk region.

Ukrainian troops have continued to advance, gaining control of over 15 square miles of territory in the past 24 hours, he said.

About 121,000 people have been evacuated from Kursk or have fled the areas affected by fighting on their own, Russian officials say.

Here footage shows a Ukrainian soldier celebrating the invasion across the border into the Kursk region.

Russia is moving troops from its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad to the southern Kursk region, Lithuania's defence minister Laurynas Kasciunas has said.

Mr Kasciunas made the remarks during a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv.

For context : Kaliningrad was claimed by the Russians after the Second World War.

Originally known as Konigsberg, Kaliningrad was part of Germany until the Red Army took it from the Nazis in 1945.

After the war in 1946, it was given a new Russian name and its previous German citizens were evicted and replaced with Russians.

It is a key port city on the Baltic Sea and home to Russia's Baltic Sea Navy fleet.

When the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, it was allowed to remain part of Russia, while the neighbouring states of Lithuania, Estonia and Latvia became independent.

Vladimir Putin's "generous" peace offer is "no longer on the table" after Ukraine's invasion of Russia's Kursk border region, a Kremlin official has said. 

Dmitry Polyanskiy, Russia's deputy envoy to the UN, told a meeting at the organisation's headquarters today: "In June, Russia made a generous offer to Ukraine, but a week ago, the Zelenskyy regime chose escalation, making an attack on the Kursk region."

He went on to say the offer was "no longer on the table". 

"This is a step that Ukraine will later regret," he added.

For context : Russia this year said it would be ready for peace talks "tomorrow" if Ukrainian troops withdrew from the Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Donetsk and Luhansk regions - and if Ukraine gave up its plan to join NATO.

If Ukraine agreed, Mr Putin said Russia would cease fire and begin negotiations.

But Ukraine, NATO and the Pentagon dismissed it, with one of Volodymyr Zelenskyy's advisers calling the offer a "complete sham".

By Olive Enokido-Lineham , OSINT producer

Ukrainian officials have been tight-lipped about the Kursk operation – but on Telegram, footage of different units offer a brief glimpse into who is involved and where they are inside Russia.  

Geolocated footage posted online within the last two days show Ukrainian units in Sudzha and Dar'ino in the Kursk region close to Russia's border with Ukraine.  

One video shows three soldiers from Ukraine's 225th Separate Assault Battalion taking down a Russian flag outside a school in the village of Dar'ino - under 5km from the border. 

The battalion is a unit of Ukraine's Ground Forces and previously fought in eastern Ukraine near Chasiv Yar which saw fierce fighting between Russian and Ukrainian forces in May. 

While it's unclear exactly when the video was taken, it was posted on the battalion's Telegram channel on Monday. One analyst said the size of Ukrainian battalions can "vary" depending on the type of unit.  

John Hardie, deputy director of the Russia programme at Washington-based thinktank Foundation for Defense of Democracies said Ukrainian battalions are often under strain "so they might not be more than a company level of size - so 100-150 troops". 

He said it's unclear from the footage alone to determine exactly what strength the 225th battalion has been fighting at in Kursk. 

Other videos show Ukrainian soldiers walking around the town of Sudzha along with military vehicles. The soldier's vest reads "Bravo Team" and was posted by the Bravo team Telegram channel - linked with Ukraine's 130th Separate Reconnaissance Battalion. 

The same channel posted another video filmed from inside a military vehicle inside Sudzha.  

But it's not just Ukrainian soldiers seen in these videos.... a Ukrainian MP also posted a video online yesterday at border checkpoint between Ukraine and Belgorod – just under 50km south of Sudzha.  

In the Facebook video, Roman Kostenko said he was going into Russian territory with Ukraine's defence force and would "write a statement" about his "trip". 

Dozens of other geolocated videos have emerged on Telegram showing soldiers in combat in various parts of the Kursk region. It's unclear exactly how many Ukrainian units have been involved in the operation that started last week.  

Mr Hardie says the Kursk operation is different in "size, scale and ambition" to previous small-scale raids in the Belgorod region, including the use of regular military units and the number of brigades involved. 

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