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With so many exciting attractions packed into a relatively small area, it’s easy to understand why New York City is a popular tourist destination. NYC truly has something for everyone! With so much to see and do, it is difficult to experience it all in one single trip. Luckily, you can see many NYC landmarks easily and enjoyably through a NY Harbor Cruise on the Skyline Princess. [Read more…] about A History of NY Harbor

The New York City Skyline isn’t the only scenic viewing available aboard a Skyline Cruise. Our cruises showcase many other spectacular sights, and a popular alternative option is hopping aboard one of our popular Long Island Sound lighthouse cruises. National Lighthouse Day is August 7th. Let’s look at the significance of this day and why it’s great inspiration to see some up close and personal yourself with Skyline Cruises. [Read more…] about Enjoy National Lighthouse Day with Skyline Cruises

Despite all of the hardships this year, hundreds of reasons to be happy and celebrate still exist, and on-board a NYC skyline cruise is the best place to do so.

Do you have a special anniversary coming up soon? The Skyline Princess is the perfect waterfront venue for any anniversary celebration because we offer some of the most spectacular sights you’ll ever see on a four-hour cruise. Nothing is better than celebrating a memorable anniversary all while taking in the world-famous landmarks of the greatest city in the world!

Have It All Aboard the Skyline Princess

Our luxury yacht, the Skyline Princess, is the perfect venue for any anniversary celebration. We are your floating catering hall with the best views of New York City. Step aboard and enjoy three decks of fun. Our all-weather rooftop deck, the Skyline Deck, is the prime spot to be if you enjoy music and dancing. Show off your moves on the dance floor on this open-air deck and take in the beautiful scenery at the same time. The Skyline Deck can also be enclosed if a spring or fall evening turns chilly. We will take care of your every need on the Skyline Princess.

Skyline Cruises welcomes outside catering while New York City is in the current phase of the pandemic. Feel free to bring aboard your favorite food, drink, and service ware! If you do not have a preferred caterer, we can provide a list of recommended vendors for just about every kind of cuisine.

No matter the time of day you wish to celebrate, we are proud to provide the best possible views of New York City. You and your loved ones will enjoy the ambiance as we sail past the Empire State Building, Freedom Tower, United Nations, Brooklyn Bridge, and Ellis Island, and of course, the star of the show, The Statue of Liberty. Imagine the gorgeous backdrops for all of your anniversary photos!

The Skyline Princess is Ideal for any Celebration

Aside from anniversaries, we enjoy hosting all types of events and celebrations aboard the Skyline Princess. We have been in business since 1993, and have been the premier waterfront venue for just about any type of event you can think of, from corporate events, school field trips, luxurious wedding cruises, and Bar or Bat Mitzvahs, among other private celebrations.

We offer private full ship charters leaving from our home port at the World’s Fair Marina in Flushing, Queens. These private charters are self-catered cruises that can accommodate up to 110 people, observing social distancing health regulations.

We want you to know that we are currently working very closely with the Passenger Vessel Association, Restaurant Associations, as well as local, state, and federal governments to ensure we put into practice the best policies to keep all of our future passengers and crew safe.

Choose Skyline Cruises for Your Anniversary or Special Event

Anniversaries are days to reminisce while also looking forward to the future and making new memories. We hope to see you aboard making memories to cherish for a lifetime! To book your celebration, contact Skyline Cruises today by calling us at (718) 446-1100. We look forward to hearing from you!

Arguably two of the most famous sights to see aboard a Skyline Princess Cruise are The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Both are staple landmarks in New York Harbor and important parts of America’s history. But just how much do you know about Lady Liberty and Ellis Island? Read on for important information regarding the history of both of these iconic landmarks. [Read more…] about Skyline Sights: History of The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island

At Skyline Cruises, we pride ourselves on making the safety of our guests our top priority, just as we have since 1993. There is nothing more important to us than your safety, and we want you to know that we are doing everything we can to make sure that you and our crew remain safe, especially during the Coronavirus pandemic. We are proud to have a track record of healthy passengers for the past 27 years. [Read more…] about Doing Our Part at Skyline Cruises

The best place to view the world-famous New York City Skyline is aboard a Skyline Cruise. 

Cruises will begin to sail again

All of our lives were turned upside down with the spread of COVID-19. With so much that has changed, the love of cruising has not changed. 

Our 4th of July cruise promises free parking at the World’s Fair Marina, our home port. [Read more…] about 4th of July Cruise with Skyline

A Bar Mitzvah or Bat Mitzvah is a rite of passage for young men and women of the Jewish faith. This memorable day is celebrated in many different ways from small intimate gatherings to a full-scale reception. While COVID-19 has made it challenging to celebrate many joyous life celebrations for everyone, here at Skyline Cruises we look to the future with optimism that once the world begins to open again, there will be plenty to celebrate. If a young man or woman in your life is celebrating their Bat Mitzvah or Bar Mitzvah in the future, consider our unique venue, The Skyline Princess. [Read more…] about Host the Best Bar/Bat Mitzvah Ever

The world looks a lot different these days. With COVID19 changing our daily lives, it is not always easy to make plans for the future when the future seems uncertain. Here at Skyline Cruises, we look forward to the day that restrictions will be lifted because we can’t wait to celebrate special occasions with you again. [Read more…] about Corporate Events and the Skyline Princess, A Perfect Match

May is National Photography Month, the annual celebration of photography and a great time for professional photographers, amateur photographers, and even selfie shutterbugs to sharpen their photo taking skills. In 1987, Congress recognized the role that photography plays in modern society, and thus dedicated the month of May to celebrating photo taking. Usually, you can hone your photography skills in a ton of different ways during national photography month, but these days, amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, your options may seem limited. [Read more…] about 3 Ways to Celebrate National Photography Month During Quarantine

For many teens, prom night is the biggest night of their young lives. It is a celebration that will surely be remembered for years to come. But what about all the high school seniors this year who are missing out on this memorable milestone due to the COVID-19 pandemic? While they may have to forego a traditional prom night, many teens are coming up with creative ways to still celebrate this rite of passage. Read on for some ideas. [Read more…] about Celebrating Prom During a Global Pandemic