Birthdays have a fascinating history but celebrating them was not always as big of a deal in prior centuries.
If you look back to the days of ancient Egypt, you will see the first mentions of a birthday being cause for celebration… but only for the pharaoh upon assuming the throne. It is not until much later – around the time of the ancient Greeks – when it is believed that the tradition of candles on a cake was introduced. But the birthday celebrations were for gods and goddesses, not mortals.
The Romans were the first recorded culture to celebrate an individual’s birthday. Although this was only for the male members of society. In fact, they took the concept so seriously that they often created public holidays marking the nativities of their most wealthy and powerful.
Hosting a Memorable & Unique Birthday
These days, most people annually celebrate their date of birth… and some of those in lavish fashion. The Sultan of Brunei, for instance, hired Michael Jackson for $17 million dollars in 1996 to play his 50th birthday bash. The party cost a total of $27 million dollars.
While that is far out of reach for most, the idea of taking an entire week (or even a month!) to celebrate is becoming more and more common. As are attempts to wring the most from the celebratory event. Likewise, the birthday brunch is also becoming increasingly popular. With that in mind why not consider a brunch cruise or birthday yacht rental?
Can I Celebrate My Birthday on the Skyline Princess?
You not only can, but you can rest assured that our team has years of experience in handling birthday celebrations. Ranging from intimate birthday dinners to the ultimate full yacht birthday party where you and your guests have the entire ship to yourselves. Our party planners have experience working with all sized budgets, and many of our options will surprise you with their cost effectiveness.
Make this year’s celebration special by taking it out on the water. Let the iconic sights of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge and other historic sights frame your experience while you sample the culinary creations of our onboard chefs.
How Long Is the Brunch Cruise?
One of the most popular options among our guests is the brunch cruise. This convenient daytime all-ages option is especially popular during the sunny months. A four-hour cruise, it is long enough to be an excellent party in and of itself while still leaving time for additional festivities afterwards.
Choose Skyline Cruises For a Legendary Birthday
Your birthday is not the time to have to worry about logistics. Let the NYC skyline be the backdrop for a celebration that you will never forget! Fabulous food, an unbeatable setting, and endless fuel for your Instagram account will make your day truly special! Contact Skyline Cruises today and let’s start planning your celebration. Whether it’s an intimate brunch cruise or a full ship rental party cruise, our expert planners stand ready to help you get the most bang out of your budget!
