What is the dress attire for Dinner?
For men, we recommend dress slacks with a dress shirt. For women, we recommend cocktail attire. Dress slacks or skirt with a blouse are acceptable. Worn or torn jeans, T-shirts, tank tops, shorts, casual hats, skullcaps, flip-flops and sneakers are prohibited . |
What is the dress attire for lunch and brunch cruises?
For men, we recommend dress shorts or pants with a dress shirt. For women, we recommend dress slacks or skirt/shorts with a blouse. Worn or torn clothing, tank tops, or flip-flops are prohibited in the dining room. |
Where do we park for the cruise out of Channelside Tampa?
Self-parking is $5 per car in the lot directly in front of the Yacht StarShip’s Dock at 603 Channelside Dr. There is also the Tampa Port Authority parking garage located across the street from Channelside. Garage parking is $2.00/hr. Valet parking is available for $10 per car and is subject to availability. All parking prices are subject to change when special events are taking place at the St. Pete Times Forum. |
I do not have a credit card. Can I make reservations?
Our main office is located at our dock at 603 Channelside Dr., Tampa, Florida and open Monday through Friday from 9:00am to 6:00pm. A reservation may be made at this location with either cash or money order. Reservations can be made for both the Clearwater and Tampa locations. |
Where do I pick up my tickets?
Your tickets will be at the Yacht StarShip Ticket Booth (either in Tampa or Clearwater), located next to the ship. For your convenience, this booth opens one hour prior to the scheduled departure time.
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What kind of security check is required when I pick up my tickets?
Your photo identification and reservation number are required at our Ticket Booth when picking up your tickets. Wrapped gifts or packages of any kind are not allowed onboard and will not be stored in our Ticket Booth. All gifts should be in gift bags and available to search by our marine crew.
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Is the vessel handicap accessible?
Yacht StarShip can accomodate standard wheelchairs on the first deck of the ship, however there is no elevator for access to the second and third decks. There is a restroom on the first level with limited handicap access. Please indicate when making your reservation that you have handicap guests in your party. |
Is there pre-assigned seating?
As you board, our captain and marine crew will direct you to your deck. From there, our hostess will show you to your assigned table(s). |
How soon will my party begin eating on our cruise?
Once on your deck, our hostess will greet you and escort you to your private table where your wait staff will introduce themselves and give you the opportunity to decide for yourself how to pace your service. Serving may begin immediately.
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Where does the boat dock and depart from?
Yacht StarShip docks regularly out of Tampa and Clearwater. Your departure site is printed on your confirmation page when booking online. When docking in Tampa, Yacht StarShip normally departs from Channelside, near the St. Pete Times Forum. When docking in Clearwater Beach, the yacht will depart from the Municipal Marina. |
Where is the normal cruise route?
Yacht StarShip's normal Tampa route includes cruising out of Ybor Channel into the Hillsborough Bay and Garrison Channel. While in route, passengers view Bayshore Drive, Harbour Island, Davis Island, and Downtown Tampa’s Skyline.
Yacht StarShip Clearwater Cruise route includes views of the scenic intercoastal waterway from Bellair to Island Estates. Weather permitting, we will cruise into the Gulf of Mexico for a famous West Coast Sunset.
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What is your cancellation/refund policy?
Yacht StarShip’s cancellation policy states that all Yacht StarShip tickets are non-refundable, however they are transferable for up to one year. If you reschedule within the 24 hours prior to your cruise, the reservation may be subject to a $10 per person rescheduling fee.
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What if it rains?
Yacht StarShip will cruise in most weather conditions all-year round. Each enclosed deck is climate controlled and the weather will not affect your cruise. In the case of severe weather conditions or upon the direction of the U.S. Coast Guard, the ship will remain dockside for the length of the event. |
Does Yacht StarShip do anything special for anniversaries, birthdays, etc.?
Yacht StarShip offers several packages that may include floral arrangements, appetizers and cocktails. Please call our office at 813.223.7999 (Tampa/Clearwater) to inquire about and order any special occasion packages. |
Can I bring a birthday cake onboard?
Small cakes that do not require refrigeration are allowed to be brought on board. Your server will place the cake in our galley until it is ready to be cut and served. |
May I bring my own camera on board?
Guests are more than welcome to bring their own camera for personal pictures aboard the ship. In addition, as you are boarding, the ship's photographer records the moment for your entire party. As you depart, you'll find your boarding photo ready for purchase. |
What type of entertainment do you have?
After dinner, dance to the sounds of our cruise director’s vast repertoire on the lounge deck or relax beneath a blanket of stars, while taking in the beautiful sights and sounds of Tampa Bay or Clearwater Beach with 360 degree views from our promenade deck. From exciting dance music to romantic dinner music, Yacht StarShip’s Cruise Director will simply dazzle you.
Lunch cruise feature an interesting and informative narration that describes the points of interest along the route.
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Do you offer Gift Certificates?
Yes, Please visit our Gift Certificates page for more information. |
Where do we park for our cruise from Clearwater?
Parking is available for our Clearwater location in the marina parking lot. Daytime prices for parking are $2 per car and passes may be purchased at our ticket booth. After 6pm, parking in this lot will be free of charge. |
Does my ticket price include gratuity?
For individual lunch, brunch and dinner cruises, Yacht StarShip does not include gratuity in the ticket price. The gratuity will be presented onboard in the form of a guest check along with any other onboard purchases. The standard gratuity is $8 per person for dinner cruises and $5 for lunch and brunch cruises for meal service and 18% gratuity for any onboard purchases. For most special events and private charters, gratuity will be added to the ticket price. When booking online, your confirmation print out will confirm if gratuity has already been added. |
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