NEWS

The 2010 boat charter season in Vancouver is now kicked off for the Golden Eagle! Although we have had a half dozen charters for fishing, birthday parties and even a stag throughout March and the early part of April… it seemed fitting to have an official event to shake off any cobwebs collected over the last few quiet months of winter.

We had a collection of 23 people out to enjoy a little rain, sun, freighters and a moonlit evening on the calm waters of Burrard Inlet. The new BBQ was fired up and smokies were enjoyed by all. We had a little bit of sunset, and found a great little cove and dock near Lighthouse Park called The Dale Park. After that, we headed back to check out the Lions Gate Bridge, did a few doughnuts while snapping pictures, and headed back into False Creek.

A great evening. A little chilly mind you, but great to get out and remind ourselves just how beautiful this city of Vancouver is. Check out the photo gallery with some of the latest pics.

A couple contacted us the other day about a boat cruise for an inexpensive and memorable wedding for a small, intimate group of people coming into Vancouver. Their thoughts were to charter a boat for both the wedding and reception. This got us thinking… We have seen it done on the larger boats, so why not on the Golden Eagle Egg?

At Golden Eagle Boat Charters we’re interested in ensuring your trip is truly memorable and fun. Our suggestion to the couple was that we could do a wedding on the boat, but believe it’s best to have the ceremony on dry land. Vancouver has some beautiful parks, so consider such as Queen Elizabeth Park or Stanley Park. This allows your guests and latecomers to attend the ceremony, and if there are some people that choose not to join the party on the water, then they’ve got that option. Other factors to consider are the minister and photographer. You would also need to consider their time and what you’re paying them for the duration of your boat cruise around Vancouver.

Finally, you’ll need some food and drink for your guests during their cruise around Vancouver. We give you the option of bringing along your own food and drink, but we can also arrange a caterer for you if interested. If you’re of the more budget conscious, try ordering a family style platter from one of the local restaurants. Email us at [email protected], or call us at 604.782.5598 for menu details or with any specific requests. In addition, we do have a few photographer options if you’re interested in such services.

Aside from all of that, our skipper and deckhand will be ready to cruise your party around the Vancouver waters and all you will need to be is there. Call or email us today to inquire about booking your boat charter.

So you have an idea to host a party on a boat. Vancouver is a great city for a boat cruise and when you have a party of people that need somewhere to have a few drinks and let loose, a private boat charter may be one of your best options. When was the last time you were on a private boat cruise around the beautiful city of Vancouver?

First of all, note how many people you expect for a boat party. Depending on how many people you can confirm for a boat cruise will dictate the size of boat available to charter for an afternoon or evening. The Golden Eagle Egg will handle a maximum of 40 people, and is still very suitable for groups as few as 8 or 10.

Note the location of the boat. Most Vancouver boat charters depart from the Plaza of Nations, Granville Island, and Coal Harbour. Transportation to the dock and parking for your guests needs to be taken into consideration. Our boat is centrally located at the Plaza of Nations Marina, with pay parking nearby and the Stadium Skytrain station less than a 10 minute walk.

If you’re not covering the cost of the boat charter yourself, then what is the price point your guests are willing to accept. When inquiring, be sure to ask about any additional charges such as expected gratuity, food and drink costs, and additional fuel charges. Aboard the Golden Eagle, we encourage guests to bring their own food and drink. We also don’t charge extra for fuel, but do ask for a small gratuity for the crew. It’s a little something extra for entertaining your party and keeping everyone safe out there on the water.

Arrange for deposit payment to secure the day and time for your boat cruise. Throughout the spring, summer, and early fall the demand for private boat charters is high and securing your date is essential. Personally, I find it encourages myself to start hounding people for money early to lock them up as confirmed guests.

Once the booking for your boat cruise has been made, it’s time to start arranging your guest list, themes, and general logistics. Feel free to email Golden Eagle Boat Charters at [email protected], or call us at 604-782-5598 to book your event today.