Ultimate Guide to NYC STARSHIP Cruise 🚢✨
📍 Departing from Pier 78, Manhattan 💡 Why You’ll Love It: New York’s ONLY dual-perspective cruise! Switch between 360° open-air decks and glass-enclosed lounges while soaking in Manhattan’s golden skyline over the Hudson River. 📌 Quick Facts: ▫️ Route: Hudson River Signature Tour ▫️ Duration: 2 hours (includes free exploration time) ▫️ Ship Features: 3-tier observation decks ✨, starlit bar 🍸, onboard WiFi ▫️ Boarding Address: Pier 78 (711 12th Ave) 🌇 Must-See Highlights: 1️⃣ Statue of Liberty: Cruise circles to her southern side for iconic views. 2️⃣ Brooklyn Bridge: Pass under at 7:15 PM—stern deck is prime for snapping steel cables + light trails. 3️⃣ One WTC: Mirror-like reflections off Pier 78 when near Ellis Island. Portrait mode gold! 4️⃣ Chelsea Piers Art Wall: Spot rainbow murals from the High Line. Free Polaroids by ship photographers! (Limited) 🎫 Booking Hacks: Save $$ by booking 3 days early online. Jazz band nights every Thu/Fri—extra vibes! 🎷 📸 Photo Bible: ▫️ Wear bright colors for pop-worthy shots. ▫️ Gear up: Portrait mode or wide-angle lenses. ▫️ Secret spot: Ask crew to access the bow (wind warning! 💨). ⚠️ Lessons Learned: ❗ Parking: $40/hr—take the A/C train to 50 St instead. ❗ Winter tip: Deck temps feel 5°C colder than forecast. Hand warmers = lifesavers! ❗ Final cruise perk: Lights cut mid-river for a 1-minute wish under the stars. 🌠 🌟 Local’s Pro Move: Pre-game at Lighthouse Lounge (Pier 78) with sunset cocktails 🍹 + front-row views of departure. Post-cruise, hit Hell’s Kitchen for late-night lobster rolls—perfect land-to-sea NYC day! Our Experience: We took the daytime cruise (helicopter sunset chase, oops!). Captain announced Vessel/Empire State sightings—two photo ops per round-trip! 🎟️ Pro Tip: Scored a 5-attraction pass (incl. Empire State/Rockefeller) for ¥1080/3 pax—insane value! Tag your cruise squad! ⚓ Who’s ready for skyline magic? #NYCMustDo #NightCruise #SkylineViews #HudsonRiver #Pier78
