Ready to cruise

Some of the boat cruise flyers I've found this summer

One of things I love most about summer in the city are the party boats. In the urban music scene, we call these boat cruises - although now that I think of it, the moniker is a bit redundant. Tickets (around $50) cost more than the cover charge at night clubs. But, I think this weeds out any potential hooligans and brings out a higher class of clientele. The vibe is just great. With the sun over head, a blue sky and the waves, the setting is perfect. Before I went on boat cruises, I thought I would feel trapped - not having the luxury of leaving when I felt like it. But with the music pumping, good friends, and nice drinks, I've always found there's a great vibe. Plus it's kinda  fun when another party boat passes and you wave to each other. Or even better - when your boat is partying harder and the other boat's passengers look longingly over at you wishing they were there.

I also love the opportunity to wear a nice summer  dress. I think that the higher ticket price and better class of people prompts guests to dress more formally than they would at a night club. At the club, women tend to wear a tighter and shorter dress but a boat cruise calls for a flowy dress that will catch in the breeze. To the right, I've displayed some of the summer dresses I've purchased  for this summer's boat cruise season. I recommend pairing the outfits with a ballet flat or a sandal since stilettos might just throw you off your game when the boat starts a rocking - literally!