Sydney Harbour Escapes BlogBlogs about boat charter experiences on Sydney Harbour.https://www.sydneyharbourescapes.com.au/blogNew Years Eve Schedule Sydney Harbourhttps://www.sydneyharbourescapes.com.au/blog/postid/10/nye-schedule-sydney-harbourNews and Events Tue, 25 Aug 2015 07:42:42 GMT<h3><img alt="NYE Schedule" src="/Portals/0/images/00-Blog/Gallery/NYE-Schedule/NYE-Schedule.jpg" style="width: auto; height: auto;" /><br /> <br /> <br /> Don&#39;t miss out on the&nbsp;party event of a lifetime!</h3> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Every year, the New Years Eve Schedule for&nbsp;Sydney Harbour changes slightly but has followed the same basic schedule for many years. What you can expect are some surprises, especially with the fireworks display. The fireworks usually last for about 7 minutes at 9.00pm and 15 minutes at 12.00pm. As the fireworks are synchronized to music, you can tune in to hear the soundtrack via a radio or an internet enabled device.&nbsp;</p> <p>There is a growing trend to make the New Years Eve&nbsp;in Sydney event more interactive using smart phone technology and crowd interaction. As New Years comes closer, we will post updated information on what is available.</p> <p><strong>Best spots to see the Sydney Fireworks</strong><br /> Of course, we think the best view by far is on a boat on Sydney Harbour! There are lots of options for anchoring to enjoy the spectacular views to see multiple fireworks displays at once. Our skippers at Sydney Harbour Escapes are experts at finding the best vantage spots. Our tip is to get anchored early so that you can secure a good position. Places like Farm Cove near the Botanical Gardens and Shark Island offer some highly sought after vantage points. Remember that boat skippers have to abide by strict government regulations regarding available places to anchor, times to pick up and drop off and where possible to cruise.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <strong>Here are some good vantage spots for Sydney Harbour NYE boats:</strong></p> <p><strong>North-west of Sydney Harbour Bridge</strong><br /> Clarkes Point, Manns Point, Balls Head, Berrys Bay, Lavender Bay.</p> <p><strong>South-west of Sydney Harbour Bridge</strong><br /> Mort Bay, Ballast Point.</p> <p><strong>North-east of Sydney Harbour Bridge</strong><br /> Neutral Bay, Shell Cove, Mosman Bay, Athol Bay.</p> <p><strong>South-east of Sydney Harbour Bridge</strong><br /> Farm Cove, Woolloomooloo, Rushcutters Bay, Double Bay, Rose Bay.</p> <p><strong style="line-height: 23.1111106872559px;">Be a part of the Harbour of Light Parade</strong><br style="line-height: 23.1111106872559px;" /> <span style="line-height: 23.1111106872559px;">If you would like to experience the Harbour of Light Parade, where decorated boats circle near the Harbour Bridge, call us to check availability for either private skippered cruises or ticketed cruises for NYE.&nbsp;</span>Get in quick as spots get booked up quickly.&nbsp;Call us now on 02 93284748 for boat and location suggestions.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <div class="accordion" id="accordion1"> <div class="accordion-group"> <div class="accordion-heading"><a class="accordion-toggle" data-parent="#accordion1" data-toggle="collapse" href="#collapse1"><i class="icon-bullhorn">&nbsp;</i>&nbsp;Contact us 7 days - 02 9328 4748 </a></div> <div class="accordion-body collapse" id="collapse1" style="height: 0px;"> <div class="accordion-inner"> <div class="row-fluid"> <p><strong>Tel 02 9328 4748 </strong><br /> <br /> <b>Location:</b> Rose Bay Marina,<br /> 594 New South Head Road,<br /> Rose Bay NSW 2029 Australia<br /> <b>Office Hours:</b> Mon -&nbsp;Sun, 9 - 5pm<br /> <b>Charter Hours:&nbsp;</b>7am - midnight<br /> Many Sydney Wharves Available</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> &nbsp; <div class="text-center"><a class="btn btn-primary btn-large" href="https://info.sydneyharbourescapes.com.au/enquiry-form">Send quick enquiry</a></div> <p><b><b><b><!-- -------------------------------------------------------Three Thumbnails---------------------------------------------------------------- --> </b></b></b></p> <div class="DNNModuleContent ModLiveBlogWidgetC" id="dnn_ctr1452_ModuleContent"> <div class="standard widgetmodule"> <ul class="masonry-list init" style="height: 985.11px; position: relative;"> <li class="masonry-item" style="left: 0px; top: 0px; position: absolute;"> <div class="featured-box"> <div class="box-content"> <article class="post"><b><b><b><a href="/boats/new-years-eve-cruises" target="_blank"><img alt="NYE Cruise" src="/Portals/0/images/00-Blog/Images/140az-harbourNYECOS250pW.jpg" style="width: 950px;" /> </a> <a class="heading" href="/boats/new-years-eve-cruises">See all Sydney NYE Boats</a> </b></b></b> <div class="post-content"> <p>Boats for NYE are booking out quickly. 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I need to be on the water! So I went to Australia thinking that I would like to do something with sailing. In Melbourne, I met a girl who had just been working with Sydney Harbour Escapes who said that it would be a great job for me. Soon after, I got a job as a deckhand on Dreamtime Girl and it is my best job ever. Way better than being in the office!</p> <p><br /> <strong>AT: What do you do aboard Dreamtime Girl?</strong></p> <p>I work as a deckhand. Dreamtime Girl is a 50-foot sailing catamaran. We pick up clients at different wharves and docks, I help the skipper with the lines and the fenders and I assist with anchoring and mooring. On charter, together with the hostess Cath, we make sure everyone has their drinks, serve the food, we keep the boat clean and generally make sure that everyone has a good time.</p> <p><br /> <strong>AT: From an international visitor&rsquo;s perspective, can you share your impressions of Sydney Harbour?</strong></p> <p>Sydney Harbour is really great. It is made up of little bays and beaches. I have never seen this in Europe and the Netherlands. You can cruise around and every day see a new little bay and beaches. I think it is the best experience ever. It is one of the most beautiful harbours in the world I believe.</p> <p><br /> <strong>AT: What suggestions would you give Sydney visitors for the best things to see on Sydney Harbour?</strong></p> <p>I would definitely recommend that you go out on the water, as when you don&rsquo;t do that, you miss out on a very important part of Sydney. It is very different being on your own private charter boat compared to being out on a public tourist ferry. You go to out of the way places and you experience the rich water life there. Every day is beautiful. Have a swim and enjoy.</p> <p><br /> <strong>AT: I know that you have had a chance to go out on Sydney Harbour for some special events. Can you tell us about your experiences of being out on Sydney Harbour on a boat for special event days?</strong></p> <p>I was on the boat on Sydney Harbour working on Boxing Day. We were in the best spot to see the maxi boats in the famous Sydney to Hobart sailing race. It was really impressive to see the maxi yacht sailors tacking up close. We followed the yachts to the heads, which was amazing to see. Then we spent a nice afternoon anchored, the guests were swimming and dancing, we had a barbecue, and it was great! Another really impressive occasion was of course New Year&rsquo;s Eve on Sydney Harbour. Again we had an excellent spot, (next to David Allen- the big boss of Microsoft). I also was on the harbour for Australia Day. Our charter guests had lots of fun with all the Australia Day activities going on.</p> <p><br /> <strong>AT: Is there anything else that you would like to share? </strong></p> <p>I think Sydney Harbour Escapes has a great team. I really like working here. I have had a lot of fun. The best thing is that there are always lots of people on board and they are happy to be on the water. I really like being with people who are happy. Thank you. I feel lucky that I could do this.</p> <p><br /> <strong>Anne-Marie, it has been a pleasure for us to have you working with us for the summer season. It has been fantastic. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for working with your heart and soul and being part of our happy team.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> 6