Important BYO Food / Drink Charter Information
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General BYO Drinks Information
BYO all beverages
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General BYO Food Information
BYO Food. Full Catering menus available upon request - and we can also provide Basic Sausage sizzle $13.50pp or premium $20pp* Delivery fee $20
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What happens in poor weather?
Spellbound has good shelter onboard if you get rain on your day. We will check the weather conditions and make sure it is safe to go out on the harbour. If not then a postponement is possible.
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Are there any additional limitations on guest numbers or dates permitted for BYO charters?
We can take a maximum of 28 guests
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Are plates, glasses / cups, cutlery included?
Yes. High grade plastic.
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Are BYO spirits allowed?
In moderation.
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Is ice provided onboard?
No
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Is there a BBQ onboard?
Yes which includes the ff: Tongs, Aluminium Foil, Oil, Serving bowls, Serviettes. It's also covered so you can use it even when it's raining.
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Is drinking water included?
No
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What cool storage is there onboard?
1 x Large Esky in cockpit. 1 x small fridge and 1 x freezer in saloon if required
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Can I dropoff supplies at the boat before the charter?
We prefer not but if it needs to be dropped off there is an additional fee of $100 to do this on the day, pending availability of that boat and crew.
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Does the boat provide napkins/serviettes?
This is a consumable so we recommend bringing your own for BYO Charters.
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Are glass bottles allowed onboard or just cans?
Glass bottles are allowed but consider bringing cans since they are lighter and safer since they won't smash.
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Can we bring a baby? Is there an age limit? Are they counted as guests?
Yes babies are allowed onboard - there is no age limit. Yes, kids of all ages are included in your guest count.
If you have young kids coming, please let us know in advance.
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What is the bond for?
The bond is taken incase there are damages caused by your group during your charter.
The no.1 cause for bond claims is broken toilets so please tell your guests not to flush things like wipes or tampons down the toilets - just a small amount of toilet paper is Ok.
Vomiting around the boat will incur fees. Don't bring Sparklers, confetti balloons, glitter (candles by request only) as they will stain the boat.
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What happens in poor weather?
Spellbound has good shelter onboard if you get rain on your day. We will check the weather conditions and make sure it is safe to go out on the harbour. If not then a postponement is possible.
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Are there any water toys onboard?
SUP, Aqua Lily Pad and Canoe.
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Smoking - is it permitted and are there any restrictions?
Only in area designated by Skipper
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Is there a sound system and what connectivity is there?
Yes, Speakers back and front of boat. Blue Tooth Connectivity
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Footwear - are there any restrictions?
White soled shoes. No high heels or black soled shoes.
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Is swimming allowed?
Yes
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Where can we pickup and dropoff?
Many options are available around Sydney harbour. Please ask us at the time you make your reservation.
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Are there any additional rules that apply to specific events (eg 21st Birthdays)?
Due to her style the boat is less suitable for young party crowds - No Bucks or 21st Birthday parties.
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Any other rules the organisers and guests should know?
All guests need to abide by the Responsible Service of Alcohol Rules.
Covid-Cancellation Reasons:
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Are Covid-Cancellations permitted if we are in a Sydney-wide lockdown or if the boat owner cannot deliver the charter for the number of guests initially booked for? Fair notice would be required.
Yes
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Are Covid-Cancellations permitted if at least 20% of the guest list are unable to attend due to a Government lockdown of their area in NSW? Note - the guest list must be submitted within 7 days of confirming the booking. Fair Notice must be given
Yes
Covid-Cancellation Options:
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Postponements : Are postponements permitted for Covid-Cancellations? Note - a postponement is applied as a credit note to a future booking on the same boat. Any rate difference will apply.
Yes
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What are your postponement stipulations? e.g. time limits, any black-out dates, any minimum notice periods, catering conditions, any further rules?
Must be used within 6 Months. Can not be used on any public holiday. Any catering must be cancelled within 48 hours otherwise fees will apply
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Refunds : Are refunds permitted for Covid-Cancellations?
Yes $250 booking fee applies.
Highlights of Terms of Service (please read the full version at link above)
Covid - If Government restrictions prevent the boat owner from delivering your charter initially booked for, then your charter can be postponed to another available date within 6 months (conditions apply).
Unfortunately refunds are not available for any Covid related cancellations.
If you cancel your charter for any Covid related reason you will not be entitled to a refund or postponement.
View some Covid FAQs
here.
Date Changes/Cancellations - your deposit is used to secure your booking with the boat owner so this can only be refunded (minus an admin fee) if we are able to find another person to replace your booking and if sufficient notice is given.
Weather - Cruises go ahead in wet weather on all boats that have shelter for all guests - your charter would only be cancelled if the skipper deemed the conditions unsafe. View some weather FAQs
here.
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