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FAQS
- Can we bring food and/or drinks on board? YES! We have ample storage and cooler space for your favorite treats and beverages. We ask that you try to keep the food "boat friendly". For example, crumb cake might not be the most "boat friendly" choice.
- How do we book a cruise? You can use our online reservation system or phone us at 607-280-3538 to book. What if we would like to book a private charter? Please call us at 607-280-3538 and we will take care of your reservation over the phone.
- What if it rains? We do have full coverage on our boats in the event we have some inclement weather. If the weather forecast and observations do not look favorable (in the captain's eye), we will cancel the cruise and do our best to accommodate you on another day or with a land-based operator. In the event that we cancel your cruise and you cannot re-schedule, we will gladly refund your deposit.
- We've never taken a cruise like this before, what is a customary tip for the captain? This is a very personal decision. A 15-20% gratuity is customary, but please tip based on your satisfaction.
- We have a large group which would need to use two of your boats. Will we travel together? Yes, if you charter multiple boats, you will travel together and visit the wineries together. The only time your party will not be together is when we are cruising to and from the wineries.
- Are any of your boats accessible? Yes, Summer School is a flat decked pontoon boat with 30" access gates.
- We're staying in Watkins Glen, Seneca Falls, Geneva (etc). Do we have to drive all the way around Cayuga Lake to board your boat in Lansing? NO! We do regular pick-ups at Taughannock Falls State Park in Trumansburg! This could save you as much as 40 minutes in each direction.
Testimonials
THANKS SO MUCH to my sister Carol and brother-in-law Garry for the gift certificate to go on a Cayuga Lake Wine Tour with Rick thru his business School's Out Charters......Beth and I went with them today......it was so enjoyable and Rick has a great tour that all you Central NY wine fans should sign up for! Anyway, we made it to three wineries and one restaurant straight from the water, we are truly blessed for what we have here in the gorgeous Finger Lakes! Chris C - Norwich, NY
"We had too much fun on our wine tour with Rick! He and his first mate were so knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating...their focus was on us having a good time and being safe. - John and Lisa from Cortland, NY, on behalf of all of us on the tour."
"My bridal party chartered School's Out for a winery tour of Cayuga lake for my bachelorette party; we couldn't have had a better time! Captain Rick and Tony were so accommodating and professional and we had a blast with them - we're thinking of making this a yearly tradition! I would recommend School's Out for anyone looking for a memorable way to sample Cayuga Lake wine and see the sites. " - L.G. - Newfield, NY
"We loved our 6 hour wine cruise!! Captain Rick and Tony made our time on the boat so enjoyable, and the wineries were beautiful! Our bachelorette party had such a great time we decided to do it every year!" - S.M. - Dublin, Ohio
"We chartered with School's Out for a boat tour of Cayuga Lake wineries in July, 2009. Art & Captain Rick were punctual, professional, and very customer-focused. Touring by boat is way more fun than touring by land! We were reminded of this every time we saw other tourists lining up to get back in to a car, van, or bus. This is definitely the way to tour Finger Lake wineries - we highly recommend School's Out!" - Dr HK & GK -Camp Hill, PA
"Hey! I love going on Schools Out Charters! Not sure when we are coming up to my favorite vacation spot yet, but we will be booking something soon!" - AM - N. Royalton, OH
"We all had an amazing time!!! Thank you so much for having us!!!" - CY - Cortland, NY
"We had too much fun on our wine tour with Rick! He and his first mate were so knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating...their focus was on us having a good time and being safe. - John and Lisa from Cortland, NY, on behalf of all of us on the tour."
"My bridal party chartered School's Out for a winery tour of Cayuga lake for my bachelorette party; we couldn't have had a better time! Captain Rick and Tony were so accommodating and professional and we had a blast with them - we're thinking of making this a yearly tradition! I would recommend School's Out for anyone looking for a memorable way to sample Cayuga Lake wine and see the sites. " - L.G. - Newfield, NY
"We loved our 6 hour wine cruise!! Captain Rick and Tony made our time on the boat so enjoyable, and the wineries were beautiful! Our bachelorette party had such a great time we decided to do it every year!" - S.M. - Dublin, Ohio
"We chartered with School's Out for a boat tour of Cayuga Lake wineries in July, 2009. Art & Captain Rick were punctual, professional, and very customer-focused. Touring by boat is way more fun than touring by land! We were reminded of this every time we saw other tourists lining up to get back in to a car, van, or bus. This is definitely the way to tour Finger Lake wineries - we highly recommend School's Out!" - Dr HK & GK -Camp Hill, PA
"Hey! I love going on Schools Out Charters! Not sure when we are coming up to my favorite vacation spot yet, but we will be booking something soon!" - AM - N. Royalton, OH
"We all had an amazing time!!! Thank you so much for having us!!!" - CY - Cortland, NY