Calico Sailing Cruises offers a day cruise that begins at 10 a.m. and lasts for about three hours. The cruise takes place daily with the exception of Mondays and Wednesdays. There is a snorkeling stop at Mo-Bay Marine Park with equipment provided and instruction is available for beginners. Next, passengers enjoy music and dancing on their way to their destination of the famous Doctor's Cave Beach. The next stop is Margaretville where participants can take a ride on the slide, get dance instruction or simply tan. The price for the package is $35 per person as of September 2010.
Calico Sailing Cruises
Howard Cooke Boulevard
Pier One
Montego Bay
876-952-5860
calicosailingcruises.com
The Cailoc Sailing Cruses' sunset of evening cruise sails Wednesdays to Saturdays from 5 to 7 p.m. This package is $25 per person as of September 2010, and includes a trip along the Montego Bay shoreline. Those on the voyage sail the same coastline as Jamaica's famous pirate, Calico Jack.The romantic atmosphere of sailing into the sunset can be enjoyed by all with a toast. There is a chance that the captain may drop anchor for passengers to enjoy a refreshing swim. The ship docks at the infamous Town House Restaurant where a four-course meal is served along with drinks. Fried Snapper, Pan Seared Plantain and Steamed Yellow Tail are all available as main courses. All dinners include dessert and choice of potato and vegetable.
The themed pirate adventure of a Calico Sailing Cruises includes a captain and mates available for story telling. Secrets of Montego Bay pirates, including ships lost at sea and treasure, are revealed on the voyage to entertain passengers. The legend of the famous pirate Calico Jack is explained in detail. Jack and his crew of women became feared throughout the Caribbean for taking ships hostage and invading coastal villages.
