12 Meter Charters Sailing in Newport, RI - May 17 and 18

Join us this weekend as we kick off the 2014 sailing season in Newport, Rhode Island!  12 Meter Charters will be sailing all weekend and our crew is ready to welcome you aboard.

12 Meter Weekend Sailing Schedule

Saturday, May 17 - 3:15pm to 5:15pm

Saturday, May 17 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Sunday, May 18 - 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Tickets are $73/person.  Use coupon code BLOG and get $10 off tickets!  

Contact us for more information or book online.  

Last Harbor Sail of 2012 - Saturday, October 13

Mid October already? We will be offering private and corporate charters through the end of October but our 2 Hour Harbor Tours end for the 2012 season this weekend. Don't miss the chance to get on board our 12 Meter yachts...winter is long!

Weekend 12 Meter Sailing Schedule 

2 hour Harbor Cruises - $73/person

Saturday, October 12 - 12:00pm to 2:00pm

Call 401-851-1216 for tickets or book online.  

Customized private charters available through the end of October, call for details.

Have Newport Questions? Visit the Bowen's Wharf Welcome Center!

Located right in the heart of downtown Newport, on America's Cup Avenue, the Bowen's Wharf Welcome Center offers the best information about Newport.  Open daily, the Welcome Center has a friendly and knowledgeable staff lead by the unforgettable, Lisa.  They stand ready to answer all your questions about Newport.  You can also purchase Newport souvenirs and, most importantly, 12 Meter Sail tickets at the Welcome Center. 

The weekend forecast looks sunny so plan a trip to Newport!  Visit the Bowen's Wharf Welcome Center and join us for an America's Cup 12 Meter Sail.  We look forward to seeing you in Newport!

Weekend Schedule

2 Hour Sail Cruises aboard 12 Meter Yachts!  $73 per person

Friday, June 8 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Saturday, June 9 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Sunday, June 10 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Sunday, June 10 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Check out our new sign at the Bowen's Wharf Welcome Center!  

Harbor Cruise Schedule June 1 to June 5

Daily Sailing Harbor Cruises - Afternoon and evening sailing cruises aboard our America's Cup contenders!  Participate in the sailing or just sit back and relax!   

Harbor Cruise Sail Schedule June 1 to 5

Thursday, June 2 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Friday, June 3 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Saturday, June 4 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Sunday, June 5 - 12:30pm to 2:30pm

 

Sizzling Summer Sailing Specials!

12 Meter Charters is excited to present many upcoming events aboard our America's Cup contenders.  Whether you are coming to Newport with a group or just by yourself, don't miss your chance to get on board!

Father's Day Cruises - Treat Dad to a day in Newport and an America's Cup sail.  He can participate in the sail or just relax and enjoy the view.  We have cruises and races Father's Day weekend! 

Cruise, Sunday, June 19 - 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Race, Sunday, June 19 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Can't come Father's Day weekend?  Gift certificates for a later sail date are available.


12 Meter Racing Regattas - Participate aboard an America's Cup contender or just sit back and enjoy the action. 
Race Dates: June 19, July 31, August 28, September 18


4th of July Fireworks Cruises - Enjoy Newport's 4th of July spectacular fireworks display from the water.  Come aboard our America's Cup contenders for an evening, harbor sail cruise and then enjoy the fireworks from the best seats in the house!  Two cruises scheduled July 2(Jamestown Fireworks) and July 4(Newport Fireworks) at 7:30pm. Tickets are $99 per person. 


Daily Sailing Cruises - Afternoon and evening sailing cruises aboard our America's Cup contenders are available from now until the end of the summer!  Participate in the sailing or just sit back and relax!  


Air and Sea Package - Enjoy the best that Newport has to offer by Air and Sea!  $99/person for a 2 hour America's Cup Sail and a Mansion Helicopter Tour.  What a deal! 


Land and Sea Package - Enjoy the best that Newport has to offer by Land and Sea!  $99/person for a 2 hour America's Cup sail and a 2 hour Segway Tour.  Our 12 Meter Charters' team took this tour and LOVED IT!  

Newport Sunset

Come enjoy a Newport Sunset like this!



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Memorial Day Weekend Schedule - Set Sail in Newport, RI!

Memorial Day Weekend Cruises

Kick off the summer in season in style! Cruises available all weekend. 

Friday, May 27 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Saturday, May 28 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Sunday, May 29 - 12:30pm to 2:30pm

Monday, May 30 - 3:00pm to 5:00pm

Don't Miss the Boat!

Don't Miss the Boat!

A sail aboard one of our 12 Meter yachts is the perfect way to cruise into summer!
 Do you have a special date, anniversary, birthday, family reunion or corporate meeting that you would like to stand out from the rest? Why not spend it sailing with 12 Meter Charters!  Team-Building, Corporate Outings, Wedding Events, Private Parties, Family Celebrations, Sunset Sails, and much more!  
Please contact us if you would like additional information.  We are always happy to answer questions and discuss sailing options.

12 Meter Charters looks forward to welcoming you aboard for fantastic sailing in 2011!   

Race with us and Win!

Win! Win! Win! 

2010 was a banner year for our America's Cup Racers. Columbia dominated the 12 Meter racing circuit and won the Ted Hood trophy for the 12 Meter with the best performance throughout the season. Heritage continued her winning ways at Opera House Cup and was, again, first to finish.

If you feel the need for speed, come aboard and win with us! Our 12 Meter racing yachts are available for racing regattas throughout New England. Contact us for more information.

June 10-12 New York Yacht Club Annual Regatta - Newport, RI (SOLD OUT)July 23, 24 - Newport Trophy Regatta - Newport, RI
August 13, 14 - Edgartown Yacht Club 12 Metre Regatta - Edgartown, MA
August 18, 19 - Nantucket Yacht Club 12 Metre Regatta - Nantucket, MA
August 21 - The Opera House Cup - Nantucket, MA
(Three time OHC winner, Heritage, is available!)September 3, 4 - Museum of Yachting's Classic Yacht Regatta - Newport, RI
September 22-25 - 12 Metre North American Championship - Newport, RI
October 8-10 - Dennis Conner's 12 Metre Challenge - New York, NY

View from Castle Hill Lighthouse, Newport, RI

Check out the view of sunset from Castle Hill Lighthouse in Newport, RI.  This is one of the many beautiful Newport sights you will see from on board our America's Cup Yachts.  Come aboard and let us serve you!


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She's baaaaaaaaack!

Our bright hulled beauty is back in Newport!  On Friday, Heritage sailing into Newport for the season.  Look for her on the water today, she's hard to miss!