BEYOND YANKEE LADY YACHT CHARTERS TORONTO Overview: With the dazzling Toronto skyline in the background, the cutting- edge design and elegance of Yankee Lady’s mega-yachts offer a stunning setting for groups. The 113-ft. Yankee Lady III features an upper deck with 360-degree views and a luxurious interior with brass ceilings, leather chairs and tinted windows; the 115-ft. Yankee Lady IV shares many of the same features as its sister ship with an additional bar on the second deck, air conditioning and heating—ideal for dockside events during colder months. Great for: Award galas, cocktail receptions, VIP dinners and networking events. Planning notes: List of preferred caterers; dance floor; plug-and-play AV capabilities with high-quality audio system; cruise packages available to simplify planning, but experience can be completely customized. yankeelady.ca FLOATING FAVES PACIFIC YACHT CHARTERS VANCOUVER Overview: Moored in Vancouver’s Coal Harbour, the 105-ft.-long Pacific Yacht is an elegant venue with awe-inspiring mountain vistas. Boasting a light-filled dining salon, a lounge, two full-service bars and an open-air Skydeck, this spacious vessel is a memorable setting for a variety of events, from seated dinners for 120 or cocktails for 240. Seasonal menus prepared by the full-service, in-house culinary team showcase locally-sourced, sustainable ingredients. Custom cruises can be curated for any gathering, or events can be held dockside. Great for: Networking events, product launches, client appreciation dinners and meetings. Planning notes: Wi-Fi throughout; wireless microphone and 55-inch flat screen television; built-in sound system; elevated tableware; lounge seating, tables and Chiavari chairs; first floor is accessible. pacificyachtcharters.com GRAND CRU OF ESCAPADES MEMPHRÉMAGOG MAGOG, QC Overview: In Quebec’s bucolic Eastern Townships, the majestic Grand Cru will impress your guests as it moves across scenic Lake Memphrémagog. Designed with 10-ft.-high ceilings adorned with Swarovski crystals, an exotic wood interior and elegant finishes, the 135-ft. yacht exudes sophistication. The entire vessel can host 180 guests with 150 on the main deck and 30 on the upper deck—from October to May, events can be held dockside. Gourmet menus highlighting regional flavours are crafted in-house, and there over 300 bottles of private imports in the cellar. Great for: Awards galas, meetings, networking receptions and product launches. Planning notes: Integrated sound system and three 65-inch televisions; AV setups are limited due to the available space; live entertainment options; the main deck is accessible. escapadesmemphremagog.com KINGSTON 1000 ISLAND CRUISES KINGSTON , ON Overview: This scenic riverboat cruise explores Kingston’s historic waterfront and the picturesque 1000 Islands, an archipelago on the St. Lawrence. There are three vessels to choose from—the Island Queen, a triple decked Mississippi Paddlewheeler that can accommodate 275; the Bateau-Mouche-styled Island Star, with an open- air deck and a glass canopy over the cabin, accommodating up to 160 for seated dinners; and Island Belle, a replica St. Lawrence Steamer, for small events. Great for: Client appreciation events, receptions and lunch meetings. Planning notes: DJ or live music is accommodated, and additional speakers can be added; personal devices can connect to the house system to play music throughout the vessel; AV suppliers can be brought in; on-site services include servers/ bartenders, catering and entertainers. 1000islandscruises.ca UNIQUE VENUES REPORT 64 | Ignitemag.ca | Spring 2025
