After a long day of walking and sightseeing and photos, it was great to get on this boat and go for a sail.
The crew was great: friendly, "invisible", accommodating.
There were quite a few other passengers on board with us, but it didn't feel congested.
They say they serve snacks and beverages on board; I didn't see any of...
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Classic Cruises of Newport
Bannister's Wharf, Newport, RI 02840
401 847-0298
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Classic Cruises operates the 58' classic motor yacht Rum Runner II and the 72' sailing vessel Madeleine. Rum Runner II offers guests an exhilarating...
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Classic Cruises operates the 58' classic motor yacht Rum Runner II and the 72' sailing vessel Madeleine. Rum Runner II offers guests an exhilarating passage through Narragansett Bay taking guests back to the era of prohibition. Experiance the breeze as it fills the sails on Madeleine, a traditional schooner, as she glides past Newport's historic scenery.
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Stonington, Connecticut
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Tucson, Arizona
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Last month we went on the 90 minute day sail on the Madeline. The boat wasn't crowded and there were two men onboard who had experience with sailing and the skipper let them each take a turn at the helm when he thought it was a safe place. I thought that was nice. The winds were good and we had...
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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We recently enjoyed a sunset cruise on the Madeline.It was a little chilly but well worth the ride.We witnessed a rainbow-which excited the crew as much as the guests.The staff were very helpful and informative-great recommendation for dinner.We will definately do a repeat cruise our next time in Newport
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Boston, MA
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We got lucky and ended up sailing on a day with good winds - had a great sail. The crew was pleasant and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend
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New York City, New York
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A good choice to end the day. compliemtary beverages. while we did not think we would need blankets on a very hot summer evening, they handed them out for anyone who did not bring a jacket. Nice crew and nice sail!
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Had a great time aboard the sailboat for our sunset cruise. The staff was awesome, friendly and knowledgable about the boat and the surrounding area. My girlfriend and I really enjoyed ourselves. They were also great bartenders too, never had empty hand ... Much appreciated, great time.
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West Warwick, Rhode Island, United States
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A boat ride on the Rum Runner II is a great activity for a nice summer day - great views of Newport Harbor and some interesting history lessons as well, both for a fair price! I highly recommend this trip.
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South Kingstown, Rhode Island
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Nice to be out on the water, looking at the shore. Great perspective of the mansions.
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We did a sunset cruise on the Madeleine. We were lucky to have a great wind that evening, so the schooner was really flying at some points. Very fun! The crew was great - informative, great just to chat with. Got a good recommendation for a restaurant outside town for dinner (Celestial Cafe - I'll write a separate review of...
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The trip around Newport Harbor and the bay on Rum Runner II gave a fun insight into the prohibition activities in the area. From local residents' involvement to politicians on the take as well as questionable law enforcement the historical part of the trip seemed accurate when compared to written works of authors and historians.
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