Today's Marine Wildlife Encounter in Newport!

October has been the month of spying ocean creatures in Newport...and we are only a week into the month! Today while cruising on the southern part of Narragansett Bay between Hammersmith Farm and Castle Hill, the Heritage team spotted an Ocean Sunfish or Mola Mola. Ocean Sunfish are the heaviest known bony fish and feed off of jelly fish which are abundant in the Bay right now.  

Keep your eyes peeled when you are out on the water in Newport for more marine animals. What do you think we will see next?

Good Morning Newport!

John F. Kennedy America's Cup Speech in Newport

America's Cup History - On September 14, 1962, President John F. Kennedy spoke at an America's Cup event in Newport, Rhode Island.  Listen to his passionate words about sailing and the sea.

John F. Kennedy,

“I really don’t know why it is that all of us are so committed to the sea, except I think it is because in addition to the fact that the sea changes and the light changes, and ships change, it is because we all came from the sea. And it is an interesting biological fact that all of us have, in our veins the exact same percentage of salt in our blood that exists in the ocean, and, therefore, we have salt in our blood, in our sweat, in our tears. We are tied to the ocean. And when we go back to the sea, whether it is to sail or to watch it we are going back from whence we came.”

For the complete speech visit Newport Yacht Spotters.

Bow to Bow in Newport!

Bow to bow at Bannister's Wharf!  Our 12 Meter Heritage tied up next to Lady B on Saturday.  The 147 foot Lady B sailing yacht was docked in Newport over the weekend.  The Lady B was completed in 2010 at the Vitters Shipyard in the Netherlands.  According the the Vitters Shipyard website she was designed to "combine exceptionally high performance levels with superlative comfort!"  She certainly looks speedy and comfortable!  Welcome to Newport Lady B.

Happy Mother's Day from Newport!

Cruise Ship Season in Newport - Leading them into Port!

Cruise Ship season in Newport, Rhode Island started yesterday, May 1, 2012, with a visit from Holland America's Maasdam.  Ever wonder how these large ships are guided through the waters of Narragansett Bay and into Newport?  This is the job of Pilot Boats.  Pilot Boats help guide large ships into port all throughout the country.

In Newport, it is the job of the Northeast Marine Pilots.  NE Marine also serve Long Island Sound and Buzzards Bay.  Next time you are see a Cruise Ship leaving Newport or a Car Carrier heading up Narragansett Bay look for the grey, guiding Pilot Boat, it's sure to be close by!

12 Meter Charters Ticketed Sails - Upcoming Schedule

Public Ticketed Sails aboard America's Cup Yachts! $68 per guest

Weekend Schedule
Saturday, June 13 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Sunday, June 14 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Call 401-851-1216 for reservations or email sail@12metercharters.com

Upcoming Schedule

Friday, June 19 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm

America's Cup Racing Regatta - watch or participate.

Click here for more information!

Saturday, June 20 - 5:30pm to 7:30pm

We look forward to welcoming you aboard our America's Cup Yachts!

Set Sail aboard our America's Cup Yachts!

What you need to know:
- 2 hour sails priced at $68 per person.
- Sailing May through October. 12 Meter Charters' two-hour Ticketed Sails depart daily, upon demand, from downtown Newport.
- Cash, checks and credit cards accepted. Gift certificates available.
- Reservations required. No refunds within 24 hours of sailing.- For more information about chartering our America's Cup 12 Meters please contact the 12 Meter Charters office at 800.820.1223 or email sail@12metercharters.com
Sail aboard an America's Cup 12 Meter Yacht - The Ultimate Newport Experience!

Come to Newport this weekend for Seafood and Sailing!

Looking for something great to do in Newport this weekend? Head down to the Newport Yachting Center for the 28th Annual Chowder Cook Off. Located harbor side in the heart of downtown Newport, the Newport Yachting Center provide the perfect location for the seafood event. The Cook Off will feature over 30 competitors from all over the country. The best part of the event is that you get to sample all the entries and vote for the coveted title of Best Clam Chowder.

Check out http://www.newportwaterfrontevents.com/chowder-cook-off/overview-chowder-cook-off.htm for more information about the Chowder Cook Off.

While you are in Newport come sailing with us! Enjoy our legendary America’s Cup competitors. We will be offering our ticketed sails on both Saturday and Sunday. Contact us for more information!

12 Meter Charters Offers Ticketed Sails aboard America’s Cup Yachts

Set sail aboard the legendary America’s Cup 12 Meter yachts of Newport, Rhode Island!

Two-hour afternoon and evening cruises are available aboard our America’s Cup 12 Meter yachts - $68/person.

NEWPORT, RI – 12 Meter Charters is adding to their unique ways of experiencing Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay. The company will continue to offer customized yacht charters including Corporate Outings, Team-building, Private Parties and Wedding Events. But now, they will also offer two-hour afternoon and evening public cruises aboard their America’s Cup 12 Meter yachts. For $68 per person you can experience the thrill of sailing aboard an America’s Cup contender!

Not your typical harbor cruise, 12 Meter Charters' ticketed cruises combine the history of Newport, Rhode Island with the unparalleled experience of sailing on an America's Cup contender. Enjoy historic Newport sights including Fort Adams and the Newport Pell Bridge, lighthouses and lavish estates, aircraft carriers and historic schooners, and learn the history of the America's Cup in Newport.

During your sail, if you wish, you may participate in the sailing or just sit back and enjoy the sights of Newport! The captain and crew on board will help those willing to be involved in the sailing. As with all of 12 Meter Charters' events, no sailing experience is necessary to enjoy the thrill of sailing on our America's Cup 12 Meters. With our experienced crews, sailing participation from our guests is welcomed but never required. Take part in the sailing of an America's Cup 12 Meter or just relax and enjoy the scenic views of Narragansett Bay.

Whether you are visiting Newport on your own or with a group, 12 Meter Charters offers you a sail aboard the America’s Cup 12 Meter Yachts!

Sail aboard an America’s Cup 12 Meter Yacht – The Ultimate Newport Experience!

Set Sail!

Sail into summer with an event aboard the America's Cup 12 Meter Yachts of Newport!

Team-Building, Corporate Outings, Wedding Events, Private Parties, Sunset Sails, and much more!

RATES START AT $850!

Contact us for more information!