This 107-foot authentic paddle-wheel boat features cocktail parties and sit-down dinners. It has a Victorian décor, complete with plush seating, brass and wood accents, and chandeliers. This dinner cruise charter can accommodate up to 236 guests for dinner and up to 350 guests for cocktail-only events. The StarLite Princess also offers a full-service bar, live music and dancing. From Wednesday through Saturday, the cruises run from 7 to 10 p.m., while Tuesday and Sunday cruises run from 6 to 9 p.m. The restaurant-style menu features entrees such as chicken marsala, fresh seafood, pasta, beef bourguignon and sirloin steak. The paddle boat may be reserved for private events as well.
StarLite Princess
721 Ballough Road
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
386-562-5550
800-444-4814
starlitediningcruises.com
The Winsome is a private charter yacht that offers dinner cruises on a 36.5-foot Pearson sailboat. The dinner cruises typically take place on the Halifax River or in the ocean through the Ponce Inlet. Guests may schedule sunset cruises, and even request to drop anchor to explore local beaches. The private vessel has a gas range oven and refrigerator. Dinner may be prepared onboard, or guests can request to have dinner catered from an outside vendor, depending on the occasion and guest preferences. This is the type of dinner cruise that can be planned to exact guest specifications, preferences and needs.
Winsome Sloop Charters
Hendricks Marine at Halifax Harbor Marina
450 Basin St.
Daytona Beach, FL 32114
904-631-7074
sailingwinsome.com
This romantic dinner cruise takes place on the St. John's River in nearby Sanford, Fla., which is located about 30 miles from Daytona Beach. On Saturday evenings, the Moonlight Dining and Dancing Cruise occurs. It features an appetizer buffet, full-service bar and seated dinner, as well as scenic river views and live entertainment. Some dinner menu items include baked tilapia, mango pork tenderloin, citrus chicken and vegetable gratin. The Rivership Romance may be reserved for private groups and events throughout the week.
Rivership Romance
433 N. Palmetto Ave.
Sanford, FL 32771
800-423-7401
rivershipromance.com
