Important BYO Food / Drink Charter Information
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General BYO Drinks Information
BYO charges include use of all glassware, cutlery, plates, serving platters and use of a cool-room and appliances.
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Are plates, glasses / cups, cutlery included?
Yes State of the Art has plates, cutlery and cups available for all charters.
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Are BYO spirits allowed?
BYO spirits are allowed but please ensure plenty of soft drinks mixers as all drinks must be mixed.
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Is ice provided onboard?
Yes, ice is included.
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Is there a BBQ onboard?
State of the Art is equipped with a commercial grade kitchen with ovens, cook tops and a grill suitable for all food types.
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Is drinking water included?
Still and sparking water is provided as part of beverage packages. BYO cruises may wish to bring bottled water, but tap water is also suitable for drinking.
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What cool storage is there onboard?
State of the Art has a walk in cool room with ice chest and large cool box available on request.
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Can I dropoff supplies at the boat before the charter?
Yes, by prior arrangement only and only where the boat schedule permits. Pricing - i) Early drop-off of food, beverages and equipment: $100/hr
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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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Are there any water toys onboard?
A complimentary lilypad is available on request. SUP boards are available for $50 per board.
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Smoking - is it permitted and are there any restrictions?
Smoking is permitted on the rear deck.
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Is there a sound system and what connectivity is there?
State of the Art has a custom surround-sound audio system available with Bluetooth and aux connectivity.
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Can we have a DJ?
Yes, you may bring a DJ. Please ensure you have extension leads and all the cables required.
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Is swimming allowed?
Swimming is allowed from our large swim platform at the rear
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Footwear - are there any restrictions?
Stillettos and black soled shoes are requested to be removed.
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Where can we pickup and dropoff?
Available for multiple pick up, and drop off points around Sydney harbour.
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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