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TOP 3 REASONS TO ENJOY SEAFAIR ON A YACHT

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It would be a surprise to find more than a handful of Seattleites who haven’t heard about, observed, or participated in the annual Seafair festivities that have happily graced this town for the last 69 years. Seafair has pretty much become synonymous with Seattle summer fun.

For most, it’s not a question about whether they want to celebrate, but more about finding the right venue for their needs and expectations. Here’s our top 3 reasons why we believe celebrating Seafair on a Waterways yacht takes the cake.

1) You can’t beat the views.  It’s the only way to be close to all the action without having to camp out before the Seafair festivities begin in order to save a space to place your blankets and lawn chairs, knowing full well it will get encroached upon as the crowds pile in. Our Seafair Air Show Logboom cruise allows guests to be in the center of all the action with front-row views of the Unlimited Hydroplane races and the Boeing Seafair Air show.

2) The food and drinks are on another level. Forget peanuts and hot dogs. We have a talented Executive Chef, mixologist, bartenders and an amazing kitchen crew who carefully craft dining and drink offerings for guests. I’m getting hungry just thinking about the Seafair BBQ menu, which includes corn bread, black bean salad, teriyaki chicken wings, BBQ braised pork sandwiches, grilled citrus salmon, fresh fruit and more! It’s important to make sure you fuel yourself properly when celebrating Seafair, and our bartenders will be serving up a variety of delicious drinks and cocktails to quench your thirst.

3) A relaxing and fun atmosphere.  No need to stress about parking, setting up hours before, or packing a cooler. We have you covered at Waterways. It’s an all-inclusive experience, including a cruise, delicious food, drinks for purchase, and views of the Seafair festivities. All you have to do is bring yourself, make sure your phone is charged (for photos), and maybe bring a little sunscreen too.

Seafair Fun Facts

  • Seafair is ten weeks long and includes 75 events
  • Seafair reaches nearly 2.2 million people
  • Miss Budweiser won 14 times in the hydroplane races (1998-2000)

Check out our Seafair Cruises below

Blue Angels Practice BBQ Lunch Cruise

Date: August 4, 2016

Time: 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (boarding at 11:00 a.m., depart at 11:30 a.m., return at 2:30 p.m.)

Location: Waterways Homeport at 2441 N. Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103

Tickets: $89/General; $80/Senior & Military; $53/Child (age 5 – 12). Prices do not include sales tax, port charge, and service charge.l. Advance Purchase Required.

Summary: Enjoy a thrilling afternoon on the water as you watch the Blue Angels practice over Lake Washington. Enjoy a delicious BBQ buffet and learn about the history of Seafair.

 

Blue Angels BBQ Lunch Cruise

Date: August 5-7, 2016

Time: 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (boarding at 11:00 a.m., depart at 11:30 a.m., return at 2:30 p.m.)

Location: Waterways Homeport at 2441 N. Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103

Tickets: $109/General; $98/Senior & Military; $65/Child (age 5 – 12). Prices do not include sales tax, port charge, and service charge.Advance Purchase Required.

Summary: Delight in a delicious BBQ buffet and learn about the history of Seafair as your Captain positions the Waterways yacht for the best views of the Blue Angels Air Show.

 

Seafair Air Show Logboom Cruise

Date: August 6-7, 2016

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (boarding at 9:30 a.m., depart at 10:00 a.m., return at 5:00 p.m.)

Location: Waterways Homeport at 2441 N. Northlake Way, Seattle, WA 98103

Tickets: $159/General; $140/Senior & Military; $90/Child (age 5 – 12). Prices do not include sales tax, port charge, and service charge. Advance Purchase Required.

Summary: Join in on Seattle’s biggest floating party during the 2016 Seafair Weekend! Your captain will place you in the center of the action on the Seafair Logboom with front-row views of Unlimited Hydroplane Racing and the Boeing Seafair Air Show with thrilling acts from the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, and more! Enjoy a Classic Breakfast as you start your voyage in the morning and a delicious BBQ Buffet in the afternoon.

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