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PRIVATE PROPOSALS
There is no backdrop like New York Harbor at golden hour. Amal and the Big Apple Charters team handle every detail — champagne chilled, crew briefed, the moment perfectly timed — so all you have to do is ask.
We’ve set the stage for hundreds of proposals aboard our luxury fleet. We know when to step back, where to anchor for the best light, and how to keep your secret until the moment is right.
Private Proposals · Chelsea Piers
YOUR CHARTER, YOUR MOMENT
For an intimate proposal, the Hudson Star accommodates up to 12 guests with the privacy this moment deserves. For a surprise celebration with family and friends already aboard, the Skyline’s custom floating lounge fits up to 30.
BYOB welcome. Catering, florals, photography, and champagne available as add-ons. Departing from Chelsea Piers, Pier 59.
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY
“We anchored right in front of Lady Liberty as the sun went down. He got down on one knee — I couldn’t see straight through my tears. There is no more perfect setting in the world.”
— T M., Manhattan
“Amal thought of everything — the champagne was chilled before we even stepped aboard, the crew disappeared at exactly the right moment, and the skyline was breathtaking. She said yes before I finished the question.”
— Daniel R.,
“I was so nervous I almost forgot the ring. The Big Apple Charters team kept me calm, handled every detail, and made the whole evening feel completely effortless. Best decision I ever made — both the charter and the question.”
— Marcus T.,
Private Proposals · Chelsea Piers
BEGIN YOUR PROPOSAL
Contact us directly. We respond personally and promptly, handle every detail from first inquiry to final farewell, and make the moment exactly what you imagined.
How far in advance should I book?
Sunset slots and weekend dates fill quickly — especially in summer. We recommend reaching out 3–4 weeks ahead, though we do our best to accommodate last-minute requests.
Can you keep the proposal a secret?
Absolutely. We coordinate directly with you and brief the crew privately. Your guest will have no idea until the moment arrives — exactly how we've helped over 100 couples make it happen.
What if the weather doesn't cooperate?
Light rain? We're fully enclosed and the experience continues. We only reschedule for a USCG small craft advisory — which is rare.
Can I arrange flowers, champagne, or a photographer?
Yes — and we help coordinate it all. Catering, florals, photography, and custom banners are available as add-ons. BYOB is always welcome. Just tell us your vision.
Begin Your Voyage
We'll be in touch personally and promptly.
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She said yes. The crew had champagne ready before she even realized what was happening. Best night of our lives — and we had the entire Manhattan skyline as a witness.
— James & Olivia M., Manhattan
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