I planned my friend’s bachelorette party weekend in Newport and we rented the Heritage sailboat for a group of 15 girls. We had the BEST time! The staff was so nice and at our service the whole time. The boat was perfect for our group of 15. I think they said it holds up to 16 but that may have been a TAD too tight. 15 worked well though. I definitely recommend this! And the price was reasonable compared to other companies I looked into!
Norma O.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Ashburn, VA
Newport, RI is all about sailing so when in Rome… We booked a 2 hour afternoon cruise with 12 Meters charter and what a wonderful afternoon it was. We set sail aboard The Heritage, the last wooden boat to sail in America’s Cup. The crew was wonderfully engaging and had a vast knowledge of the boat, America’s Cup race and Newport. You can be as involved as you want. The Captain will let you take the helm, the crew lets you help raise the sails or you can just sit back and take it all in. We had a perfect day for sailing, lots of wind which also means some people got a little wet. The boat hold 15 people so you may have to sit on the deck but it’s safe, comfortable and a much more fun ride! You can bring your own beverages; one couple brought champagne and celebrated. We sailed all over the harbor and under the Newport Bridge so don’t forget your camera. I would recommend this cruise to anyone to wants to truly experience Newport.
G R.
Rating des Ortes: 5 Riverhead, NY
This was a great way to spend the afternoon. Sailing aboard the Heritage. If you are looking for a booze cruise or comfortable seating go somewhere else. If you want a kick-a&$ sailing experience on an America’s Cup ship then you’ll enjoy this. The crew was great and they encourage the passengers to help with the sails or captain the boat. The trip lasts a couple hours and they bring water and soda. You can BYOB your own if you want. If you have a lot of wind, you can expect to get a little wet. The boat sails with 15 people max not including the 3 crew members. The boat was nearly full, but we didn’t feel crowded. I would not recommend this for some one who has trouble getting around on their own, but for everyone else who wants a great sail. Yes.
Heather S.
Rating des Ortes: 5 New York, NY
My boyfriend and i took a long weekend trip to Newport and jammed it full of great things to do. Top on the list was a sail on an America’s Cup yacht. Our crew– Cedar, Gus and Chris– were all really great. Cedar is hilarious and a lot of fun. Our trip was supposed to be an hour and a half and it was at least two, score! We heard cool stories about rum runners, a young Jackie Kennedy and the crazy guy with the solar power. You can be as involved or not as you’d like. Plenty of people were having fun raising the sails and breaking a sweat but we decided to sit back and relax. If you’re visiting Newport, make time for a charter by 12 Meter.