Classic Harbor LineClassic Harbor Line is the operating company of the Schooners Adirondack & Imagine and the Luxury Yacht Manhattan of Chelsea Piers. It has been running sightseeing trips on New York’s waters since 1999. We specialize in bringing beautiful, classic-style vessels to the New York City waterways and creating special and memorable excursions.
Our Crew, including all captains, mates, chefs, and on-land representatives at Classic Harbor Line, are what make the experience on our beautiful vessels truly magical. We have maintained a consistent history of not only operating with a professional staff, but also with warm and inviting hosts. You will, without a doubt, have fantastic views of the city and find the boats beautiful and comfortable, but what will surprise you and stay with you when you leave is the warm and special treatment you receive from our extraordinary team.
Our CaptainsAll of our captains are Coast Guard certified. The schooner captains all have a minimum 50-ton license and a sailing endorsement. The Manhattan’s captains all have a minimum 100-ton license. Our captains are also trained in first aid and CPR, and are registered in an ongoing drug-testing program. Perhaps of equal importance, we require that our captains have an appreciation for quality service and are extremely charming hosts.
All of the mates on both the Manhattan and the schooners undergo extensive safety and marine training. Most of the schooner mates also extensive sailing, racing and/or teaching experience on smaller sail vessels.
Our mates are widely remembered for their remarkable hospitality and personality which is consistently praised in our customer reviews. They love talking with our guests, getting to know where they are from, sharing information on the great city of New York, and conveying their love for classic-style vessels and the addictive mystique of being out on the water.If you are interested in joining our crew, please send a cover letter and resume to: employment@sail-nyc.com
Sebastian Parada is our gourmet-trained, on-board chef. He received his training through the U.S. Coast Guard’s Culinary Institute in Petaluma, California. Previous to his engagement with Classic Harbor Line, Chef Sebastian also worked alongside the executive chef at the Millennium Broadway Hotel in New York City. All Menus for the Yacht Manhattan have been prepared and are executed on board by Chef Sebastian.
Chef Sebastian’s cuisine can be enjoyed on our private charters, and also on our popular public weekend brunch cruise, which features a large, lavish, and colorful brunch buffet. Click here to purchase tickets and join us for our Brunch Cruise.
There are a number of behind-the-scenes crew members at Classic Harbor Line. They are the team who answers the phones, plans your event, greets you on the pier, and is happy to tell everyone who asks about cool cruises and sails that we have to offer.
If you are interested in employment with Classic Harbor Line, we want to hear from you! We are always looking for experienced captains and mates with a strong background in hospitality and/or marine maintenance. Please feel free to forward a letter and resume to employment@sail-nyc.com.
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