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Weather and Cancellation Policy

At Tribeca Sailing, we understand that no one wishes to sail in dangerous weather. The captain of the vessel has sole discretion to cancel a charter due to inclement weather. Examples of inclement weather include thunderstorms, lightning, excessive or dangerous winds, and sustained heavy rain.

Most of our guests have a wonderful time even when conditions are not perfect. Your charter will proceed in light rain, cloudy skies, warm or cold temperatures, humidity, and small craft advisories. Sailing in imperfect weather is part of the experience.

We track and monitor conditions hourly and will make every effort to contact you approximately two hours before your scheduled start time if inclement weather is expected to affect your charter. Conditions can change suddenly and may result in last-minute cancellations.

Please plan on arriving on time for your scheduled sail, even if the forecast calls for rain. Weather forecasts are frequently inaccurate, and we ask for your patience with them. Charters will not be rescheduled based on weather forecasts of any kind.

If the captain cancels your charter for actual inclement weather, you will be offered a one-time rescheduled sail or a charter credit valid through the end of the current season.

Booking Terms and Cancellation

All bookings are final, and charter fees are non-refundable except as expressly provided below.

Optional 48-Hour Cancellation Protection. At the time of booking, you may add 48-Hour Cancellation Protection for an additional 20% of your charter fee. This 20% fee is non-refundable. With this protection, you may cancel your charter by telephone or email no later than 48 hours before your scheduled start time and receive a refund of your charter fee (the 20% protection fee is retained).

Guests who do not purchase 48-Hour Cancellation Protection, guests who cancel within 48 hours of the scheduled start time, and guests who do not appear for their charter are not eligible for a refund. We encourage all guests to review the trip cancellation and travel protection benefits offered by their credit card company or travel insurer, which may provide reimbursement in circumstances beyond your control.

By completing your booking, you acknowledge and agree to this Weather and Cancellation Policy.

Address
Pier 25 Tribeca

Uber – Lyft

Taxi

Parking

Subway directions:
Take the:

• 1 to World Trade Center-Cortlandt
• E to World Trade Center
• R to Cortlandt Street
  
• 4/5/6 to Fulton
• A/C/2/3 to Chambers Street

PATH
Take the PATH train to the World Trade Center stop.

Water Ferries
World Financial Center terminal – five minute walk. 

Closest Garage
Gateway Plaza Garage at 339 South End Avenue New York, NY 10280. After parking your car walk back to the corner of Liberty Street and South End Avenue. Descend the ramp at the corner of Liberty Street and South End Avenue. The ramp is behind a security barrier with word STOP on the front. You will see three large flagpoles at the bottom of the ramp. Our sailboat, named Tara, is located in the middle of the first dock at the bottom of the ramp. Keep an eye out for the Tribeca Sailing sign located on the lower walkway. Tara is the only dark green sailboat in the marina.

STREET PARKING
Street parking is very limited in Battery Park City but worth a shot!

WHAT TO WEAR
Sailors should dress for safety, comfort, and weather. In spring and fall, dress in layers and bring a jacket or sweatshirt; it can be cooler at sea than on land. There are blankets on board to help keep you warm if necessary.

In summer, bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. We provide spray jackets if the weather turns or you need an extra layer.

For safety and comfort, soft-soled shoes like boat shoes or sneakers are the preferred footwear aboard the Tara. You will be asked to go barefoot for safety reasons if you wear hard-soled shoes or high heels on board.

WHAT TO PACK
You’re also welcome to bring aboard your own food and drinks. We recommend keeping food to snacks and easy-to-eat items like sandwiches.  Plan as if you are going on a picnic as we do not have a formal table on board.

Prior to your sail, the Captain will greet you on the dock, introducing themselves and our sailing vessel, Tara. All passengers will participate in a safety briefing, sign release forms, and, if desired or required, don life jackets. (See below for more information on life jacket requirements.) We’ll then climb aboard, get settled, and off we go!

While life jackets are not required for passengers over twelve, Tribeca Sailing strongly recommends the use of our U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets for all passengers while on board. Passengers age 12 and under are required by New York and New Jersey state laws to wear life jackets while on board the boat. Parents or guardians are responsible for determining if their minors between the ages of 13-17 must wear a life jacket. We carry and will provide a life jacket to any passenger wishing to wear one.

ALL CHILDREN SHOULD COME WITH THEIR OWN LIFE JACKETS! While children under five years old are welcome aboard the Tara, it’s been our experience that they are a little bit too young to fully enjoy the experience. Children under five also find life jackets to be uncomfortable or constraining. 

We do not recommend our sails for children under two years old, but they are welcome.  

The affects of the motion of any boat differs for everyone. If you suffer from motion sickness the symptoms can be avoided by keeping your head up, looking at the horizon, keeping fresh air in your face, and staying active while on board. We recommend that you never go into the cabin if you suffer from motion sickness.

Ginger pills, motion sickness wrist bands, and doctor-prescribed patches can all help mitigate seasickness. Over-the-counter seasickness medications should be taken two hours before your sail to allow the medication to take effect. Please consult your doctor before choosing your seasickness remedy.

Drinking alcohol before or during your sail can increase your risk of seasickness.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your scheduled sail time.  

If you are running late for your private sail, we will wait for you before departing. Please note that we will conclude your sail at the scheduled finishing time so that we may stay on schedule.

If you are running late, please call 201-938-9359 to notify us as soon as possible.

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New this year, we have just completed a charter with a private musician!  Contact Grant Swift who will meet all of your musical needs.  (718) 344-4585

How about a romantic violinist? Eddie Venegas, (718) 753-0989, www.eddievenegas.com

Damselfly Flowers Local to the marina with stunning flowers. (718) 772-2682 , www.damselflyfloralsandevents.com

Weather and Cancellation Policy

At Tribeca Sailing, we understand that no one wishes to sail in dangerous weather. The captain of the vessel has sole discretion to cancel a charter due to inclement weather. Examples of inclement weather include thunderstorms, lightning, excessive or dangerous winds, and sustained heavy rain.

Most of our guests have a wonderful time even when conditions are not perfect. Your charter will proceed in light rain, cloudy skies, warm or cold temperatures, humidity, and small craft advisories. Sailing in imperfect weather is part of the experience.

We track and monitor conditions hourly and will make every effort to contact you approximately two hours before your scheduled start time if inclement weather is expected to affect your charter. Conditions can change suddenly and may result in last minute cancellations.

Please plan on arriving on time for your scheduled sail even if the forecast calls for rain. Weather forecasts are frequently inaccurate, and we ask for your patience with them. Charters will not be rescheduled based on weather forecasts of any kind.

If the captain cancels your charter for actual inclement weather, you will be offered a one time rescheduled sail or a charter credit valid through the end of the current season. (See decision point 2.)

Booking Terms and Cancellation

All bookings are final, and charter fees are non-refundable except as expressly provided below.

Optional 48-Hour Cancellation Protection. At the time of booking, you may add 48-Hour Cancellation Protection for an additional 20% of your charter fee. This 20% fee is non-refundable. With this protection, you may cancel your charter by telephone or email no later than 48 hours before your scheduled start time and receive a refund of your charter fee (the 20% protection fee is retained).

Guests who do not purchase 48-Hour Cancellation Protection, guests who cancel within 48 hours of the scheduled start time, and guests who do not appear for their charter are not eligible for a refund. We encourage all guests to review the trip cancellation and travel protection benefits offered by their credit card company or travel insurer, which may provide reimbursement in circumstances beyond your control.

By completing your booking, you acknowledge and agree to this Weather and Cancellation Policy.

Life Jacket Policy
Tribeca Sailing NYC strongly recommends the use of our USCG approved life jackets for all passengers while on board. We will provide a life jacket to any passenger wishing to wear one. Passengers twelve and under are required by law to wear life jackets while on the vessel. Parents or guardians are responsible for determining if their minors between the ages of 13-17 must wear a life jacket. The person booking the charter is required to share our life jacket policy with all members of your party.

The official season is from Early April through Early November.