Hy-Line Travel Alert

Sunday, December 30, 2012: The Highspeed 3:15PM to Nantucket and the 4:35PM to Hyannis have been cancelled due to high winds.

New Year's Special

Hy-Line Cruies has announced a "Nantucket New Year's Four Day Celebration", available December 29 - January 1st:

Ride round-trip from Hyannis to Nantucket on the high-speed Grey Lady:
Adults $54*  Children $34*

To book passage, call (800) 492-8082 and mention the Nantucket New Year's Eve Special!

*Round-trip ticket purchase only. 
Rates only valid 12/29, 12/30, 12/31 & 1/1. 
Must originate in Hyannis, MA

Travel Alerts 12/27/12

FROM HYLINE CRUISES:

THE 9:10 AM FROM HY AND THE 10:35 AM FROM NA ARE CANCELLED DUE TO HIGH WINDS. 

FROM THE STEAMSHIP AUTHORITY:

M/V SANKATY departing Nantucket at 08:45 AM today - weather conditions

M/V EAGLE departing Hyannis at 09:15 AM today - weather conditions

M/V IYANOUGH departing Nantucket at 09:30 AM today - weather conditions

M/V EAGLE departing Nantucket at 12:00 PM today - weather conditions

Hy-Line Alert

HYLINECRUISES #ALERT - SATURDAY DECEMBER 22, 2012 - THE 7PM TO NANTUCKET AND THE 8:10PM TO HYANNIS HAVE BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO HIGH WIND CONDITIONS.

Hy-Line Update

From Hy-Line Cruises . . .

HY-LINE NEWS FLASH
Wednesday, December 19, 2012
 
To Our Valued Customers, 

The Grey Lady departing Hyannis at 7:00pm and departing Nantucket at 8:10pm have been cancelled due to high winds. 

We are sorry for any inconveience this may cause.

For most up-to-date information please call (800) 492-8082.

Hyannis Holiday Shopping Excursion

Back by popular demand is Hy-Line's 'Hyannis Holiday Shopping Excursion' for friends on Nantucket! Go on a daytrip to Hyannis and for one price you'll get:

*Round-Trip Ticket aboard Grey Lady

*Dockside Car Rental from Thrifty*

*Discounts from Hy-Line associates -  Local Hyannis businesses for shopping, eating and pampering!

Valid with adult ticket purchase for same-day round-trip travel originating on-island
Cannot be combined with other discounts or special offers
Valid until December 20, Monday through Thursday

*Car is standard size, must be 25+ to rent

Learn more here!

Christmas Stroll!

Hy-Line Cruises has released the following info regarding this weekend's Nantucket Christmas Stroll:

Our schedule will change this Friday only to the 6-trip schedule to accommodate the increased number of visitors traveling to the island for this popular event. Space is limited, so if you haven't already made reservations, please do so as soon as possible by calling (800) 492-8082 or visit us online!

 It's also time for the Annual Straight Wharf Christmas Stroll Raffle! Stop by the stores on Straight Wharf (Hy-Line, Hill's, Toy Boat, etc.) this Saturday morning to get your free raffle tickets. Drawings begin at 3:00pm - follow the crowds from store to store & win free prizes!

We hope to see you this weekend!

Thursday Alerts from Hy-Line & SSA

The Grey Lady service on Thursday, November 8th, 3:15 pm to Nantucket and 4:35 pm to Hyannis has been cancelled for the day due to High Winds.

The Steamship Authority has suspended ferry service to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket due to high winds and rough seas.  The National Weather Service is predicting that high wind gusts are expected to continue into this evening before conditions improve overnight.  Please check back for further updates as to when ferry service is likely to resume.

Windy Wednesday

Due to high winds, Hy-Line Cruises has cancelled all ferry service between Hyannis and Nantucket today, Wednesday, November 7.

Meanwhile, the Steamship Authority has cancelled the following trips today:
M/V GAY HEAD departing Nantucket at 08:45 AM today - weather conditions
M/V EAGLE departing Hyannis at 09:15 AM today - weather conditions
M/V IYANOUGH departing Nantucket at 09:30 AM today - weather conditions
M/V EAGLE departing Nantucket at 12:00 PM today - weather conditions
M/V IYANOUGH 1:55PM Hyannis to Nantucket
M/V IYANOUGH 3:15PM Nantucket to Hyannis

Update on Hy-Line's Tuesday Ferry Service

From Hy-Line Cruises . . .

The Grey Lady will resume service to Nantucket at 12:00 p.m. and to Hyannis at 1:25 p.m. today.  

For most up-to-date information please call (800) 492-8082.

SSA cancels two more Tuesday trips

The Steamship Authority has announced the following additional cancellations for Tuesday (10/30):

M/V IYANOUGH 8:00AM Hyannis to Nantucket

M/V IYANOUGH 9:30AM Nantucket to Hyannis

Tuesday Cancellations

Hy-Line Cruises has announced the cancellation of its first two round-trips on Tuesday, October 30. Hy-Line will provide further updates mid to late Tuesday morning. The Steamship Authority, meanwhile, has already cancelled Tuesday's 6:30 a.m. traditional ferry from Nantucket to Hyannis. 

Update

Both Hy-Line Cruises and The Steamship Authority have suspended all of today’s ferry services from Hyannis to Nantucket due to high winds and rough seas.

Ferry Service Updates

The Steamship Authority announces the following cancellations today (Oct. 29):

The following trips have been canceled due to weather conditions.

M/V GAY HEAD 6:00AM Hyannis to Nantucket

M/V IYANOUGH 8:00AM Hyannis to Nantucket

M/V EAGLE 9:15AM Hyannis to Nantucket

M/V IYANOUGH 11:00AM Hyannis to Nantucket

M/V GAY HEAD 11:30AM Hyannis to Nantucket

For more information, please call 508.228.0262 or 508.771.4000

Hy-Line Cruises announced yesterday that all of its high-speed ferry trips on Monday (Oct. 29) are cancelled.

Hyannis to Nantucket Ferry Service Updates

As of 7:30 p.m. Sunday, October 28, Hy-Line Cruises and the Steamship Authority posted the following service updates due to Hurricane Sandy . . .

HY-LINE CRUISES: All Highspeed service has been cancelled for Monday Oct. 29, 2012.

STEAMSHIP AUTHORITY: Steamship Authority has suspended its ferry service on the Hyannis-Nantucket route due to high winds and rough seas. Service between Woods Hole and Martha’s Vineyard is continuing on a trip-by-trip basis. The National Weather Service has issued a Hurricane Force Wind Warning for Southern New England. Storm force winds, with hurricane force gusts, are expected Monday into Monday evening before starting to subside on Tuesday.

The Steamship Authority is anticipating that its ferry service for the Islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket will be suspended throughout Monday and into Tuesday. Further updates will be provided as additional weather forecasts become available.

In preparation for the storm, the M/V Eagle, M/V Gay Head and M/V Iyanough will be berthed in Hyannis. The M/V Island Home and M/V Katama will tie up in Woods Hole and the M/V Nantucket is expected to tie up in Vineyard Haven.

The Steamship Authority advises its customers to check the Authority’s website, www.steamshipauthority.com/ssa/opschoice.cfm, for further updates and status reports on trip cancellations.

Hy-Line Extends Daytrip Special!

Hy-Line Cruises has extended its Nantucket Daytrip Special to December 18, 2012*!

Take a daytrip to Nantucket on the high-speed ferry Grey Lady & enjoy walking around in the historic downtown area of Nantucket.  Package includes adult round-trip ticket, $25 restaurant certificate to the Brotherhood of Thieves & retail shopping discounts for $77! Certain restrictions apply. For further information or to  reserve ahead, call (800) 492-8082. *Black-out dates: Thanksgiving Weekend (11/22-25) and Christmas Stroll Weekend (11/30-12/2)

Hy-Line Announces Fall Special!

Hy-Line Cruises is offering a daytrip special to Nantucket that will run through October 9, 2012. Boat departs from Hyannis' dock at noon and will begin its return trip from Nantucket at 7:20 p.m. The package includes adult round-trip, lunch or dinner and great discounts! All for $77! Learn more here.

Upcoming Events on Nantucket!

The Steamship Authority reports the following upcoming events on Nantucket in its latest e-newsletter:

September 22: Nantucket Maritime Festival
This festival will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Children’s Beach, Brant Point. The purpose of the Maritime Festival is to celebrate the joy of living on an island and to experience time-honored maritime activities on and beside the sea that surrounds it.The festival will be packed with free activities for the whole family, on the water, beach and grass: build your own boat races, oyster shucking contests, entertainment by local musical groups, art projects and paddleboarding are just a few of the programs that will be offered by Nantucket’s non-profit organizations.  Food will be available for purchase.

http://www.coastalcommunitiesconference.org


September 24 – 30:  Nantucket Fall Restaurant Week  
Experience exceptional food, wine and Nantucket hospitality in many of the island's acclaimed culinary establishments. Three-course dinners offered from $25 - $45 make this a culinary event not to be missed.

http://www.nantucketrestaurantweek.com


September 28 – October 7: Nantucket Arts Festival
Enjoy art exhibits, gallery and studio tours, lectures, music, theatre, poetry readings, films, demonstrations, wet paint auction and an “organ crawl” during this festival.  A new addition this year is the Artisan Talk Show Series, which are presentations by Nantucket artists and designers of all disciplines. Immerse yourself in all things creative on Nantucket.

http://www.nantucketartscouncil.org


September 30: Annual Junior Chef Competition
Come watch island culinary students paired with Nantucket's top chefs compete to create three courses highlighting local ingredients for a panel of judges.

http://www.nantucketrestaurantweek.com


October 6: Cranberry Harvest Festival
Come out to the Festival grounds and watch the berries being harvested, learn about the history of cranberry farming on Nantucket, participate in the family activities or just kick back and enjoy the music and the spectacular autumn scenery of one of the most unique and beautiful places on Nantucket.

http://www.nantucketconservation.org


October 31: Annual Halloween Parade
Join the fun at the Annual Halloween Parade and Costume Pageant! A prize for Best Themed Costume will be awarded at 4:30 PM on the Methodist Church steps. Parade begins at 5 PM and every child will receive a ribbon and goodie bag.

http://www.nantucketchamber.org

Hy-Line Announces Daytrip Special to Nantucket!

Take an afternoon daytrip over on Hy-Line's high-speed ferry Grey Lady & enjoy walking around in the historic downtown area of Nantucket.  The travel package includes an adult round-trip ticket, $25 restaurant certificate to the Brotherhood of Thieves & retail shopping discounts for $77!

Certain restrictions apply. For further information or to reserve ahead, call (800) 492-8082. 

Another beauty

Hy-Line's 10:35 Grey Lady pulls out on another gorgeous day on Nantucket.

Right on schedule

Hy-Line's 4:35 fast ferry pulls out of Nantucket Harbor bound for Hyannis on time, as usual. Today's weather on the island was simply glorious with abundant sunshine and temps in the upper 70s. More of the same is expected the rest of the week.

GPS for HYA

Looking to program your GPS for an upcoming trip to Hyannis? Here are the addresses for the two ferries, as well as the airport in Hyannis:

Hy-Line Cruises
220 Ocean St
Hyannis, MA 02601

Steamship Authority
141 School Street
Hyannis, MA 02601

Barnstable Municipal Airport
480 Barnstable Rd # 2
Hyannis, MA 02601

Sailing into August . . .

Some fun summer events are coming up in August on Cape Cod and Nantucket, according to lists posted in Hy-Line Cruise's recent "Down at the Docks" e-newsletter. Sign-up for the newsletter at the top of Hy-Line's website to receive great offers via email: http://hylinecruises.com/   

  

Cape Cod Upcoming Events
LaTavola Italian Feast, August 10

Naukabout Music Festival, August 11

Pops by the Sea, August 12 

Provincetown Carnival Festival, August 12-18

Nantucket Upcoming Events
August Antiques Show, August 2-6

Boston Pops on Nantucket, August 11  

Nantucket Race Week, August 11-19
Sandcastle and Sculpture Day, August 18

Coming Up: Nantucket Comedy Festival, July 26-28

The Nantucket Comedy Festival, a non-profit organization supporting the notable Standup & Learn kids and teens program, kicks of its fifth annual festival with three days of comedic entertainment on July 26th through July 28th. Top comedians from all over the country will descend on Nantucket bringing audiences loads of fun and laughter all supporting a great cause which benefits the Standup & Learn educational program. Find out more here: http://nantucketcomedyfestival.org/

SSA cancels two ferry runs on Tuesday, July 17

The Steamship Authority has canceled its 6:30 a.m. traditional ferry from Nantucket to Hyannis and its 9:15 a.m. trip from Hyannis to Nantucket due to mechanical issues. For more information, please call 508.228.0262 or 508.771.4000.

Steamship Authority Scheduling Alert

Issued by the Steamship Authority on Saturday, July 14:

The following trips have been canceled due to mechanical issues.

M/V EAGLE 5:30PM Nantucket to Hyannis

For more information, please call 508.228.0262 or 508.771.4000

Hy-Line Cruises Rewards Program

Did you know that Hy-Cruises offers a Rewards Program? Here are the details from its website:

Earn REWARDS POINTS by using your CUSTOMER ID when you purchase tickets or commuter books from the Hy-Line ticket office in person or by phone. Accrue REWARDS POINTS, 1 point for every dollar spent. For every 500 points, you will receive a $10.00 Hy-Line Bucks certificate good on any Hy-Line service: snack bar, parking, Hy-Line ferry services and gift certificates. REWARDS POINTS are tallied at the end of each month and mailed directly to you!

To enroll in the Hy-Line Rewards Program, please fill out our form here. Customer service will contact you within 5 business days with your new CUSTOMER ID. Don't forget to include your birthday month and year for special Birthday Bucks!

Reservations?

Here are how Hy-Line Cruises and the Steamship Authority address the question as to whether or not reservations are necessary for their respective high-speed ferries . . .

HY-LINE: Reservations are highly recommended for high-speed travel as space is limited and often fills up. Reservations must be picked up no later than 15 minutes prior to departures. Within 15 minutes of the scheduled departure time unclaimed reservations are released to standby passengers.

STEAMSHIP: In fact, the Authority encourages customers to make such reservations, especially during the summer and other popular times of year, because the high-speed ferry between Hyannis and Nantucket often reaches its passenger capacity during those times.

Counting Down to the Fourth!

Ferry rides and flights from Hyannis to Nantucket will be busy this weekend as hundreds of visitors kick off their Fourth of July celebrations a little early! Jetties beach is the best place in Nantucket to view fireworks and celebrate the Independence Day. Leading up to the fireworks at night, there are many patriotic activities to take part in throughout the day. A fun, annual event is the 4th of July parade through Main Street. The weather couldn't look much better this weekend . . . lost of sunshine and temperatures in the upper 70s!!!

Bikes Ride Free Tomorrow!

Just a quick reminder that both Hy-Line Cruises and the Steamship Authority are holding a "Free Bike Day" on Wednesday, June 27th! In support of the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority's Smart Transportation Week, both Hy-Line and the SSA have announced that passengers can "take their bike for free" for travel between Hyannis & Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard!

Happy Trails

There's so much to love about Nantucket and at the top of our list is a collection of beautiful properties owned and operated by the Nantucket Conservation Foundation know as The Sanford Farm, Ram Pasture and The Woods. Runners and walkers love the breathtaking scenery that is unique to the island. Our family usually makes the complete six-mile round trip Ocean Walk once per visit at a brisk walking pace. I'll run the the same route most mornings as there are few trails in the country that offer grassy plains one minute and rolling waves crashing into the shore the next. Read about the history of these unique properties and view a map here. 

July Events on Nantucket!

It's never too early to start planning a summer trip to the island. Here's a list of some popular events coming to Nantucket in July . . .

Fourth of July Fireworks

Nantucket Dance Festival:
July 24-27

Nantucket Garden Festival:
July 25-28

Nantucket Yoga Festival:
July 26-28

Nantucket Comedy Festival:
July 26-28

Happy Summer!

The first official day of summer is bringing loads of sunshine to Hyannis and Nantucket and temps in the 70s!!

Nantucket Film Festival begins tomorrow!

Ferries and flights from Hyannis to Nantucket will be busier than usual beginning tomorrow with the start of the 2012 Nantucket Film Festival. For details on this year's event visit: http://www.nantucketfilmfestival.org/

Steamship Authority to add three ferry runs Wednesday

Summer ferry services from both Hy-Line Cruies and the Steamship Authority will officially hit their stride on Wednesday, June 20, when the SSA adds three daily traditional ferry runs. Barring any revisions, both ferry companies' summer schedules will then be set until the fall. The three SSA traditional ferry additions will leave Hyannis bound for Nantucket at 7:15 a.m. (arrive 9:30 a.m.), 1:00 p.m. (arrive 3:15 p.m.) and 6:30 p.m. (arrive 8:45 a.m.) The three added return trips from Nantucket to Hyannis will leave the island at: 10:15 a.m. (arrive 12:30 p.m.), 3:45 p.m. (arrive 6:00 p.m.), and 9:00 p.m. (arrive 11:15 p.m.) These three round-trip runs operated during the Memorial Day weekend, but were dropped after May 29.

Notes

The weekend forecast for Nantucket calls for sunny skies and temperatures in the 60s . . . Hy-Line will add its 6:20 p.m. traditional ferry run from Hyannis to Nantucket tomorrow, as well as an 8:20 p.m. return trip from Nantucket to Hyannis . . . The Steamship Authority, like Hy-Line, will allow passengers to bring their bike for FREE on Wednesday, June 27th, as part of Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority's Smart Transportation Week.

Pets Fly Free from Hyannis to Nantucket

Did you know that pets fly free from Hyannis to Nantucket on both Nantucket Airlines and Island Airlines? It's true. Find out more on Nantucket Airlines' pet promotion here. For info on Island Airlines' pet policy, call 508-228-7575.  

2012 Nantucket Film Festival Starts Next Week!

Hy-Line Cruises is a trade partner of the 2012 Nantucket Film Festival which is fast approaching! The dates for this year's event are June 20-24. Find out more at www.nantucketfilmfestival.org.

Free Ferry Rides for Kids!

Children four years old and under cruise for FREE on both Hy-Line and the Steamship Authority's high-speed ferries! Hy-Line is extending a "kids ride free" promotion on its traditional ferry in 2012, allowing free ferry travel for children 12 and under. The Steamship Authority offers free cruising on its traditional ferry for kids four and under, while the rate for children 5-12 is just $9. Check the complete 2012 ferry rate chart here.

Free Bike Day at Hy-Line on June 27th!

In support of the Cape Cod Regional Transit Authority's Smart Transportation Week, Hy-Line Cruises has announced that passengers can "take their bike for free" on Wednesday, June 27th. Offer is good for travel between Hyannis & Nantucket or Martha's Vineyard. Coupon must be presented at time of ferry ticket purchase and limit one coupon per bike. Not valid with other discounts or specials. Click here for your "free bike" coupon.

Summer (Unofficially) Starts Saturday!

Hy-Line Cruises will add a 6:20 p.m. traditional ferry run from Hyannis to Nantucket beginning this Saturday, June 16, as well as an 8:20 p.m. return trip from Nantucket to Hyannis . This third daily run of its traditional ferry (Great Point) will continue through October 14. Yep, summer is almost here!!!!

Ferry Seating Tips

When it comes to traveling comfort, few modes of transportation beat the ferry. The seats are wider and softer than most airline coach seats, but the real beauty of ferry riding can be summed up in two words: leg room. Most indoor ferry seating is booth style so there’s plenty of room to stretch your legs, which, after hours in the car, can make it feel like you’re traveling first class. Seating is general admission so boarding early will allow you to settle into one of the booths by a window which are usually taken first. For those worried about getting sea sick, make sure to get a seat facing forward. On warm, sunny days  the boat’s outdoor deck is also a popular place to sit. Passengers may find it too windy to sit outside for an hour on the fast ferry, but basking in the sunshine on the traditional ferry makes the two-hour trip “cruise” by. View complete 2012 ferry schedules between Hyannis and Nantucket here.

Monday Cancellations

The Steamship Authority has cancelled today's 1:55 p.m. high-speed ferry from Hyannis to Nantucket due to weather conditions. The 3:15 return trip from Nantucket to Hyannis has also been cancelled. For more information call the SSA at 508-228-0262.

ADDITIONAL CANCELLATIONS:

The following Steamship Authority trips have been canceled due to weather conditions.
M/V IYANOUGH 4:30PM Hyannis to Nantucket
M/V GAY HEAD 5:00PM Hyannis to Nantucket
M/V IYANOUGH 6:00PM Nantucket to Hyannis
M/V GAY HEAD 7:45PM Nantucket to Hyannis
M/V EAGLE 8:00PM Hyannis to Nantucket
M/V EAGLE 5:30PM Nantucket to Hyannis
M/V IYANOUGH 7:15PM Hyannis to Nantucket
M/V IYANOUGH 8:30PM Nantucket to Hyannis
The following Hy-line trips have been canceled due to weather conditions:
The high speed Grey Lady to Nantucket at 6:00 & 8:45pm and the 7:20pm and 10pm to Hyannis.     

Restaurant Week, June 4-10!

Every spring and fall thousands of visitors descend on Nantucket for Restaurant Week and this year's "spring week" is Monday, June 4-Sunday, June 10! All participating restaurants will be offering three course dinners at discount prices ($25-$45). It's a great early-season opportunity to experience some of the best food, wine and hospitality that the island has to offer. Participating restaurants include: American Seasons, Black-Eyed Susans, Boarding House, Brant Point Grill, Centre Street Bistro, The Chanticleer, The Club Car, Company of the Cauldron, Corazon del Mar, Cru, Dune, DeMarco, Galley Beach, Languedoc Bistro, Oran Mor Bistro, The Pearl, Ships Inn, Straight Wharf and Ventuno. Nantucket's Restaurant Week this fall is scheduled for September 24-30.

Ferry Services Announce Cancellations Due to Weather

Hy-Line Cruises has announced that all of its traditional services to and from Nantucket have been cancelled on Saturday, June 2, due to poor weather conditions. The Steamship Authority has also issued a notice stating that its fast ferry scheduled to depart from Nantucket at 8:30 tonight has been cancelled.

"Hour" Advice for Arrival

Few vacation destinations are as relaxing and rejuvenating as a Nantucket getaway. Set the tone for your stress-free island visit by arriving to the Hyannis ferry of your choice at least one hour early. Not only will this allow you time to unload the car and place your bags into the carts that will be rolled on to the ferry (bags sail free by the way), but you will park your car without feeling rushed. When planning your arrival at Hyannis ferry docks, keep in mind that traffic in and around Hyannis can be heavy depending on the time of year and time of day. Typically the peak months of July and August draw the most travelers. Traffic congestion can also be expected on weekends from April through October, especially when good weather is forecasted. We typically try to beat the back-ups by arriving early morning or late evening as the ferry schedules usually feature boats departing Hyannis as early as 6:00 a.m. and as late as 8:45 p.m.

Summer Cruising Schedules

Both Hy-Line Cruises and The Steamship Authority are now into their summer cruising schedules! No changes are expected to either lines' fast ferry service until the fall season, while Hy-Line Cruises will add a trip to and from Nantucket to its traditional ferry service beginning Saturday, June 16. The boat will leave the Hyannis dock at 6:20 p.m. and arrive at Nantucket at 8:10 p.m. The ship will then depart Nantucket at 8:20 p.m. and arrive back at Hyannis at 10:10 p.m. Hy-Line offered this evening run for four days from May 25-28. Find current ferry schedules from Hyannis to Nantucket here.