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Pink Crosby Launch, Gilded Harbor: 75 Minutes Aboard Martini in Newport
A private, Coast Guard–certified 75‑minute cruise aboard a 21‑foot Crosby launch, offering smooth harbor passages and scenic views of Newport’s yachts and waterfront estates.
Pink Crosby Launch, Gilded Harbor: 75 Minutes Aboard Martini in Newport.
Martini is a Coast Guard–certified 21‑foot Crosby launch finished in a signature pink hull, offered as a private 75‑minute cruise through Newport Harbor. Built for smooth, protected harbor cruising, the boat combines classic New England craftsmanship with playful Newport energy, making it an intimate way to take in yachts, mansions and waterfront life.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A Head‑Turning, Coast Guard–Certified Launch
Martini is a 21‑foot Crosby launch with a signature pink hull — a Coast Guard–certified, ultra‑stable design built for comfortable movement aboard a small private launch.
Private Charters with Sound and Cooler Service
Charters are completely private for your group. Onboard Bluetooth speakers let you set the soundtrack, and a cooler with ice is provided so you can bring your own drinks.
Protected Harbor Cruising Past Classic Newport Sights
The route offers a smooth, protected ride past marina basins, classic waterfront estates and sailing activity — the kind of intimate harbor cruising that highlights Newport’s maritime character.
What the day feels like
What the 75‑Minute Cruise Feels Like
For 75 minutes you’ll relax aboard a tidy, stylish launch built for easy harbor cruising, listening to your chosen playlist while scanning Newport’s waterfront. The private format keeps the boat focused on your group as you glide through the harbor and take in the town’s lively maritime scene.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this short private harbor cruise.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Guests may bring their own alcoholic beverages; a cooler and ice are provided aboard for private charters.
Bluetooth speakers are available so you can curate your own soundtrack during the cruise.
Alcohol is not served on board by the operator; guests may supply their own beverages and use the provided cooler and ice.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Martini cruise?
The cruise lasts 75 minutes.
Where does the boat depart from?
Martini departs from the International Yacht Restoration School.
Is Martini a certified vessel?
Yes. Martini is a Coast Guard–certified 21‑foot Crosby launch.
Can I bring alcohol onboard?
Alcohol is not served on board by the operator, but guests may bring their own beverages.
Is the charter private?
Yes — charters are completely private so the boat is reserved for your group.
What will we see on the cruise?
Expect classic Newport Harbor scenery: Lime Rock Lighthouse and the Ida Lewis Yacht Club, the New York Yacht Club, waterfront estates such as Bonniecrest, Fort Adams, Goat Island and Newport Shipyard, plus the Thames Street waterfront.