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Yacht Cruise Weddings

kcmusellakcmusella
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Hello fellow knotties,
 Does anyone have any experiences on the yacht cruises, particularly in Newport?

I would like to know what you remembered, liked disliked and felt needed improvement. I am getting married in June and would like to know how I can make my wedding better. 

Thank you for your input! 

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    SpceCadetSpceCadet
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    edited December 2011
    I haven't been on one for a wedding specifically, but FI's company has done the boat cruise for years for their holiday party.  Here's my take on them from my holiday party attendee perspective - hope it helps!

    The good (for the company): 
    -With an open bar, there was a "sobriety monitor" as we exited the boat to make sure those who had consumed alcohol in excess weren't planning to drive.
    -No one was able to "escape" early and everyone participated in the activities, dancing, etc.
    -There's a defined start and finish of the event

    The bad (for the attendee):
    -We were "stuck" until the boat returned to the dock - I got really seasick the first year (windy, choppy seas - even in the bay).
    -We watched a couple people who were late the first year miss the boat

    Neutral:
    -I noticed that compared to non-boat cruise parties, people drank more on the boat.  Without the thought of walking around and driving, it seemed like people felt more free to continue having a full glass.
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    bebe11bebe11
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    edited December 2011

    With my ex, we had our ceremony on the beach and reception on a yacht.  It broke up the yacht time and we got better pictures, (not all on a boat).  It was fun! We did a work party on a yacht before too, and had casino tables, so that gave people something to do, rather than just drkink. 

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    lcrenshwlcrenshw member
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    edited December 2011
    My daughter is getting married in September 2010 with Electra Cruises in Newport Beach.  I haven't found a lot of blogs on theknot, but on Brides.com there are many comments about Electra.  We've heard a lot of good things about them and our experience so far has been great.  You can check out their website at www.electracruises.com. Good luck in your search!
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    kcmusellakcmusella
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    edited December 2011
    I am actually booked with Electra as well! Any tips on her venders? We are having a hard time deciding on a florist. I have not heard much in line of weddings on the boat, so I wanted to get some feedback. 
    Thanks for all your replies!

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    Calligraphy11Calligraphy11
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    edited December 2011
    Hi  It is fun on a Yacht.  I do lots of wedding with Electra & others
    I write the invite so that they know where to go, & WHEN to be there!!!!

    it is fun...give me a call if you have questions  Karen
    (714)389-7559Kiss
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