CAPE QUEEN CHARTERS

RESERVATIONS:

·       Reserve early for choice dates.

·       Reservations will be held for 48 hours without a deposit.

·       Reservations can be made by calling the boat at: 609-884-0001

or via e-mail at: QueenCharters@aol.com

PAYMENTS and DEPOSITS:

·       A 50% deposit ($300 minimum) is required within 72 hours of your reservation. A credit card can hold the charter date for you until we receive your check for the deposit. You may also pay your deposit with PayPal. See Below.

·       Trips must be paid in full before departure.

·       We accept cash, check, PayPal, and credit cards.

·       Checks require 14 days to clear.

·       If you must deviate from our policies, please contact us to make other arrangements and we will be glad to accommodate you.

CANCELLATIONS and REFUNDS:

·       Cancellations made 15 days before the scheduled trip can receive a 100% refund or re-schedule.

·       Cancellations made less than 15 days before the scheduled trip can receive a refund LESS the $300 deposit.

·       Weather cancellations, as determined by the captain, may receive up to 100% refund or be rescheduled.

·       NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED FOR CHARTERS TERMINATED EARLY DUE TO UNRULY AND/OR UNSAFE BEHAVIOR, ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES, OR INTOXICATED PASSENEGERS.

WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR CHARTER:

·       INCLUDED:

o   A full crew – captain and mate

o   Coolers and ice on board for your food and beverages

o   Fishing tackle

o   Bait

o   Courteous help from the mate – bait your hook, unhook your catch, teach you to fish, etc.

·       NOT INCLUDED:

o   Fish cleaning

o   Ice and coolers to pack the fish for travel

o   Food, beverages, or snacks

o   Gratuity

ADDITIONAL COSTS:

·       Passengers are expected to exercise due care with the boat and all equipment. The individual who contracted the charter is financially liable and accountable for the passengers in his/her group. This same contracting agent is responsible to pay for stolen or lost items. Additionally, he/she is responsible for the repair or replacement of any item damaged as a result of carelessness, neglect, misuse, or accident.

·       Professional fish cleaning is usually available at the dock.

·       Any special requirements or services to meet your needs or desires.

FUEL SURCHARGE:

Should the situation arise at the time of your charter where fuel increases above the below price, we will unfortunately need to assess a small fuel surcharge. Please understand that we are not trying to “nickel and dime” anyone. Fuel is the single largest expense of the charter. We always strive to keep our pricing consistent and to date the boat has absorbed the fluctuating costs of fuel. As we strive to maintain our fishing gear, safety equipment, and the quality of your charter, it may be necessary to share in the added cost.

·       As of March 1, 2011: All prices are based on diesel fuel at the commercial dock in the South Jersey Marina.

·       Passengers will be assessed a fuel surcharge at the rate of charter length times 22 gallons / hour times the amount in excess of $3.50 per gallon.

o   Example: if you scheduled an 8 hour trip and the cost of fuel is $3.75, the surcharge is $44. (22gl/hr X 8hr X $.25/gl).

·       The fuel surcharge can be paid in advance or in cash at the dock before departure.

GRATUITY:

·       Gratuity is not included in the charter price. However, the mate works long and hard before and after the trip to provide you with a safe and pleasurable experience. He is similar to a waiter or waitress in that his pay relies on your generosity to earn a living. People always ask what is customary to TIP. A rule of thumb is 20% of the charter price. The rest is up to you and the crew thanks you.