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Saturday, September 04 2010 @ 06:34 AM EDT

Boston Sailing Cruises and Charters

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Then submit your reservation using our Standard Reservation Form.
 
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s/v Hestia is a 2001 Catalina model C320 32ft sailboat. She's well equipped with safety gear and comfortably seats 6 people. The popular Afternoon, Sunset, and Moonlight cruises depart daily, primarily from the North End.

Contact Capt. Todd by phone at 617-510-6767 or email todd@hestiacruises.com to reserve a sailing date.
 


Pick up and Drop off Locations

Sargents

Sargents Wharf - North End

Google Map to Sargents Wharf
260 Commercial St, Boston
  • Sargents Wharf in the North End is at the back of Sargents Wharf commerical public parking lot at 260 Commercial St.

  • The parking lot is private property unless you use the lot to park, please respect their rights and use the public harbor walk on each side. If you have any questions during pick up call Captain Todd @ 617-510-6767.

Sargents Wharf is a pay commerical parking lot. A pay lot is also available on the other side of the road. Look for the Big blue Parking signs. All on street parking is Resident Permit Parking only. It's also a nice walk from North Station, Haymarket, or the Aquarium.

Burroughs

Burroughs Wharf - North End

Google Map to Burroughs Wharf
between the buildings of 40 and 50 Battery St, Boston
  • Burroughs Wharf in the North End is between the buildings of 40 & 50 Battery St - at the End of Battery St.

  • The buildings at Battery St. are private property. Please respect their rights. If you have any questions during pick up call Captain Todd @ 617-510-6767.

Parking lots on Commercial St just south of Battery St. Look for the Big blue Parking sign. All on street parking is Resident Permit Parking only. It's also a nice walk from North Station, Haymarket, or the Aquarium.

Aquarium

Aquarium - Boston

Google Map to Aquarium
1 Central Wharf, Boston, MA
  • As you approach (by land) the Water Taxi dock is located to the right  (the south side) of the Aquarium.

Please wait at the TOP of the gangway. DO NOT enter the gangway and docks until s/v Hestia is fully docked and you are asked to proceed. You will receive instructions for safe boarding.

South Boston

Courthouse Dock - South Boston

Google Map to Courthouse
1 Courthouse Way, Boston, MA
  • As you approach (by land) the Water Taxi dock is located to the left of the Courthouse in South Boston - just across the Northern Ave. (pedestrian) bridge from Boston .

Please wait at the TOP of the gangway. DO NOT enter the gangway and docks until s/v Hestia is fully docked and you are asked to proceed. You will receive instructions for safe boarding.

Other Locations

Alternate pickup locations around Boston

Google Map with additional pickup locations
 
Pick up and drop off at additional public touch-n-go (water taxi) docks and Marinas may be arranged.

For other locations contact Capt. Todd @ 617-510-6767.


Things you should know when you come along for a sail..

  • You are welcome to bring your own food, snacks, and drinks including your favorite alcoholic beverage. You may want to keep it simple and have everything already prepared. Non-glass wine glasses and a bottle opener are available for your use. A foam cozy is available for your beer bottles. Excessive drinking is not allowed.
  • You are welcome to sit back and relax; or pull on the lines, crank on the winch, and help with the sailing. We will make every effort to exceed your expectations. A gratuity is appreciated.
  • Remember your camera and sunscreen. Also it may be colder on the water. You may want to bring an extra sweater or light coat. We sail rain or shine. Be prepared for any foul weather. Check our Weather Policy for more information.
  • If in doubt about anything, please ask. Whatever you bring on board will need to be stowed below while we are underway. Your cooperation in keeping a clean and safe boat is expected. Smoking is not allowed on board.
  • Ensign is the resident Cocker Spaniel. She is a very well behaved boat dog. She's the full-time crew.
  • The pickup location is subject to change. Please be sure to provide your mobile phone number upon RSVP or payment. It may be needed in case of any last minute pickup changes. Please also have my phone number with you (617-510-6767.) Please call if you are running late or need directions. An additional docking fee would apply for a late pickup.
  • The property around the docks is private property. Please respect their rights. Please wait at the TOP of the gangway. DO NOT enter the gangway and docks until s/v Hestia is fully docked and you are asked to proceed. You will receive instructions for safe boarding.

Still have questions? Check our Frequently Asked Questions

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A few days prior to the sail, seemed like were going to have thunderstorms.  Ended up being perfect weather and a great time!

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Back again for a second sail!

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We had such a great time on Mother's Day for the Pro-Am races when the Volvo Ocean Race was in port, we booked another sail for my birthday!

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Reserve online

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Prefer to make a reservation and pay in cash on the day of the sail. You may reserve online using a credit card to gaurantee the sailing date. Your credit card will only be charged if you do not pay in cash on the day of the sail.

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Post your comments and photos

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Website updates now allow our customers to post comments and photos. Please post your experience aboard s/v Hestia and share your photos. Create a user login at svhestia.com and post to your very own album or simply share a link to your own online public album.

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Available to charter

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s/v Hestia is available to charter in Boston for sunset sails, afternoon and day sails. Capt. Todd is a USCG licensed Master of up to 50 ton. The boat is a 2001 32ft Catalina sailboat nicely equipped for a relaxing sail around Boston outer islands and beyond.

 

Contact Capt. Todd or call 617-510-5767 for more information.

 

 

 

See you on the water!
Capt. Todd Rodzen
USCG Lic Master 50-ton
s/v Hestia

Contact Info:

Capt. Todd Rodzen
USCG Lic Master 50ton
617-510-6767
todd@hestiacruises.com
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