News & Frequently Asked Questions
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Q: How long is the boat ride?
A: Please refer to the heading above.
Q: How old do you have to be to take the boat ride?
A: The minimum age is 3, but there is no maximum age requirement.
Q: Is sailing in the Bay likely to make me seasick? I'd really hate to have to HONK on such a nice boat.
A: The ride is generally very smooth. However, if you're susceptible to motion sickness, take the necessary precautions. To date no passenger has been seasick. Honking is strongly discouraged.
Q: What is your policy on SMOKING? I have cigars that are big enough to last the entire excursion.
A: Our fire extinguisher is mightier than any cigar, and our crew members are not afraid to use it to enforce our no smoking policy.
Q: What are the seating arrangements on the boat? Lazy-Boy recliners.or grab a piece of deck and hold on?
A: Padded seating is limited. You may just have to grab a piece of deck and hold on.
Q: Do I stay in the same place for the duration of the ride, or can I get up and move around?
A: That depends on how well you behave yourself.
Q: Is there a restroom on the boat, or do I just grab a lifeline and hang it out over the water?
A: On a boat it's the head, and, yeah, we've got that. No lifeline required. The facility on board is very basic and we recommend that all passengers use the restroom prior to boarding. We can also transfer a passenger to a nearby restroom with our tender.
Q: Are life jackets provided on the boat? Will I have my choice of colors and styles?
A: The Coast Guard requires us to keep life jackets on board. If you have an opportunity to wear one, you'll probably be in water up to your neck and nobody will notice if it matches your shoes.
Q: Are snacks and beverages available on the boat, or are there drive-thru fast food restaurants out in the middle of the bay?
A: If the wind is up, all food and snacks aboard the boat will instantly become fast food. We do provide water and soft drinks free of charge.
Q: What sights and points of interest can I expect to see on the boat ride?
A: Point Loma lighthouse. Downtown skyline. Star of India. Sea lions on the marker buoys. Coronado Bridge. Other beautiful boats. Stuff like that.
Q: Can I bring my fishing pole and troll as we go?
A: No. But if you insist on trolling, you can hold on to one of the stern lines and we can try to get the attention of some local sharks.
Q: If I do something really dumb while we're out cruising, are you guys going to tell my spouse or my mom?
A: Yes. Both.
Q: Is it true that once we leave the dock, state and federal laws and marriage licenses no longer apply?
A: That's a fallacy for most people, but for a few it's a fantasy.
Q: Where is the crow's nest, and how do I get up there?
A: It's eleven stories up the mast and there is no elevator.
Q: What are the odds of being side-swiped by a nuclear submarine out in the Bay?
A: That depends on how effectively we deploy our depth charges.
Q: Out there in the harbor's channel, who would have the right of way, your IACC yacht, or an aircraft carrier?
A: Take a wild guess.
Q: Whatever became of the Skipper who was in charge of the Exxon Valdez? He doesn't work for you, does he?
A: Last we heard, he was working for one of the airlines.
Q: What about pirates?
A: Bring them on. We're not afraid of any stinking pirates.
