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Frequently Asked Questions |
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Is there any prior sailing
experience necessary? |
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No experience is necessary. You, the crew get
a chance to enjoy a sail with our certified United Coast Guard
Captain. He will be the one sailing the boat and taking care of
the many minor aspects that go into providing the crew with the
most enjoyable sailing experience! |
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How many people can take part in the yacht charter? |
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According to the safety standards and expectations,
not including the captain, up to six people can be on board at
a time. |
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Are children allowed to take part in the yacht
charter? |
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Yes, we simply ask for prior notice regarding
the number and ages of children attending. |
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What are some of the necessary things I need
to bring with me? |
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We all know that Chicago is the windy city
and the weather conditions are prone to change on the lake, so
we suggest
rain coats or windbreakers, sunscreen (it is possible to burn
even on cloudy days!), hats to shield from the sun, sunglasses,
a towel,
bathing suit (if you think a swim is in order), camera, and a
change of clothes if desired. We also ask that you consider a
shoe choice
with a flat rubbery sole surface, such as gym shoes, in order
to provide you with a proper grip while aboard the yacht. Please
make
sure
that your shoes will not mark or make the boat deck dirty.
There
is a stereo on board so please feel free to bring your favorite
CD. iPods
work, too.
Make sure to pack a smile and a good sense of humor as well! |
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What about food and drinks? |
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Our yacht comes with a refrigerator, so if there
are any types of beverages or snacks you would like to bring, please
feel free to do so. We ask that you leave hard (plastic) coolers
at home and pack your items in a separate soft bag, which is easier
to carry and easier to store. Try to avoid bringing glass containers.
We also provide basic eating utensils such as forks, spoons, and
knives for any snacks you may choose to bring along! |
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Is Liquor allowed? |
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Yes, it is allowed, but please remember that
the safety of the crew and passengers comes first. Intoxicated
persons will not be allowed to board the boat, and the amount of
alcohol consumed throughout must be reasonably limited. In the
event a passenger disobeys this rule, possibly causing danger to
the rest of the persons on board, the captain holds the right to
end the voyage with no further compensation or refund.
Everyone
strives to have a good time and it is imperative that all rules
are
followed. |
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Is there a bathroom on the boat? |
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Yes, there is a bathroom, as well as a shower
at the ship's swim platform. |
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Is it possible to get “sea sick?” |
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Unlikely, but it is possible that some passengers
may get “sea sick” due to motion of the boat. We recommend
that persons with known motion sickness consult their doctor prior
to their trip. There is no refund or further compensation for “sea
sickness.”
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How far in advance do I need to make a reservation? |
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Yes, it is important that a reservation is made,
a proper date is set, and a deposit is made in advance. For more
information, we ask that you contact our office through our contact form
or via email at reservation@ahoychicago.com. |
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How do I sign up? |
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The first step to reserve a date for your
charter is to get in touch with our office through our contact form or via email at reservation@ahoychicago.com and check for
available days and times by filling out a charter
request form. After a date and time is established, we send you
a contract to sign and ask for a deposit. Once we received signed
charter contract and proof of your payment, we will send you
the final charter confirmation including all details confirming
your date and time along with the specified meeting place.
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Is there a possibility
to reschedule or cancel a set reservation? |
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Yes, however, the following conditions apply:
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Cancelling or rescheduling
your reservation greater than five days results in 100%
refund or reschedule. |
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If you cancel 3 to 5 days before your
sail, you will receive a 50% refund or there will be no rescheduling
fee applied. |
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If you cancel less than 3 days prior to your sail, there
is no refund or there will be a 50% rescheduling fee. |
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What if the weather is bad? |
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If there is inclement weather it will be
the captain’s decision to call the cruise off. The cruise
will be rescheduled at the first available and convenient date.
There is no refund in such case.
For the heartier set, weekend
adventures are available. Please check with us to talk about
possibilities.
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