Booking Notes
## What to Bring
### Charterer
☐ Valid government-issued photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
### Passengers
☐ Light jacket or sweater (the harbor breeze can become cool very quickly, even on warm days)
☐ Sunglasses
☐ Sunscreen
☐ Food and beverages, if desired
## What NOT to Bring
For the safety and preservation of the vessel, please do not bring:
☐ Shoes that may damage boat surfaces or upholstery
☐ Cigarettes, cigars, hookahs, or tobacco smoking devices
☐ Fire pits, barbecues, candles, sparklers, or any flame-producing products
☐ Glitter or confetti
☐ Mylar balloons
## Important Arrival Information
Please arrive with your entire group **15 minutes prior to your scheduled charter departure time.**
This allows sufficient time for:
• Bathroom break
• Parking
• Boarding and seating
• Any final questions
**Please note:** Charter time begins at the scheduled reservation time and cannot be extended for late arrivals.
## Included With Every Port & Proper Charter
Your charter includes:
✓ Full luxury tablescape setup
✓ Plates, utensils, and cloth napkins
✓ Alkaline water
✓ Ice
✓ Refrigerator and freezer access
✓ Cocktail drinkware
✓ Fire pit on the back deck
We also keep blankets onboard for guest comfort, though you are welcome to bring your own.
## Food & Catering Options
Food is not included with your charter purchase, but you are welcome to bring your own food onboard or take advantage of one of the options below.
### Graze Craze Charcuterie & Sandwich Platters
Want your food beautifully arranged and waiting onboard when you arrive?
**Graze Craze Newport Mesa** offers charcuterie boards, grazing options, and sandwich platters that are perfect for enjoying during your charter.
Options generally range from approximately **$95–$300**, depending on the size and selection. Menu selections and pricing are subject to change.
**How it works:**
1. Visit the Graze Craze website to view the current menu and place your order:
https://www.grazecraze.com/newportmesa
https://www.grazecraze.com/menu
2. Place and pay for your order directly with Graze Craze, selecting the Newport Mesa/Costa Mesa location for pickup.
3. Once your order is confirmed, notify the Port & Proper team and provide us with your order details and scheduled pickup time.
4. For a **$100 provisioning fee**, our team will pick up your order, bring it to the marina, and have it arranged onboard before your arrival.
When you step aboard, everything will be ready for you to enjoy so you can start your charter without worrying about picking up, transporting, or setting up your food.
**Please note:** Graze Craze is closed on **Sundays and Mondays**. We recommend placing orders in advance to ensure availability.
### Chef Desi Dreyfus
For a more customized catering experience, we recommend **Chef Desi Dreyfus**.
Chef Desi is perfect for brunch boards, charcuterie, Mediterranean spreads, taco bars, fruit displays, tea service, and custom catering options.
Phone: (949) 636-7536
Email: BrunchHouseOC@gmail.com
Guests are welcome to coordinate directly with Chef Desi regarding availability, menu selections, dietary restrictions, pricing, and delivery timing.
You are also welcome to arrange catering through any provider of your choosing.
## Dock-and-Dine Options
Newport Harbor is home to several waterfront **Dock-and-Dine** restaurants.
With advance dock space reservations arranged by the charterer, you can either have food and drinks brought dockside to enjoy onboard or coordinate your charter so we drop you directly at the restaurant dock for lunch or dinner following your cruise.
Dock-and-Dine locations include:
• Balboa Bay Club & Resort
• Back Bay Bistro
• Bluewater Grill
• Harborside Restaurant
• The Cannery
• The Dock
• The Winery
• Woody's Wharf
• Billy's at the Beach
• Lido Marina Village, including Malibu Farm, Bear Flag, Lido Bottle Works, Circle Hook, Zinqué, and Skal Pizza
• Lighthouse Cafe
• Sol Mexican / Tavern House Kitchen & Bar
**Please note:** Dock space must be reserved in advance by the charterer directly with the restaurant, and drop-off timing should be coordinated with the Port & Proper team ahead of your charter date.
If you'd like help securing a dock reservation, please reach out to our team. Dock space can fill up, particularly on weekends and during peak season, so we recommend booking as early as possible.
## Bringing Your Dog
We love furry first mates, but all pets must be **pre-approved by the Port & Proper team** prior to your charter.
Requirements:
• Under 20 pounds preferred
• Friendly and well-behaved
• Any damage caused by a pet will be the sole responsibility of the Charterer
Please contact us in advance if you would like to bring a pet onboard.
## We Look Forward to Welcoming You Aboard!
If you have any questions, special requests, or would like assistance coordinating food or your Dock-and-Dine plans, please don't hesitate to reach out.
We look forward to hosting you aboard **Proper Current** and creating a memorable Newport Harbor experience!
Cancellation Policy
All bookings are final and non-refundable. If you need to cancel your charter more than 14 days before your scheduled departure, we'll issue a credit for the full amount toward a future charter. Cancellations made within 14 days of the charter date are not eligible for a credit.
