Our Company

America’s Cup Charters, with almost 40 years of experience, is the longest running 12 Meter charter fleet in Newport. When it comes to connecting people with beautifully restored Classic Twelve Meter Class sailing yachts in Newport, RI, no other company comes close. Our almost four decades in business is proof of our ability to deliver an exceptional sailing experience. With our professional and friendly crews, beautifully restored classic yachts and onshore staff who coordinate your unique sailing event – our unmatched experience assures you a successful and memorable event.

America’s Cup Charters represents yachts from the premier era of Corinthian America’s Cup racing: two time America’s Cup winner US-22 Intrepid (’67 & ’70), the 1962 America’s Cup winner US-l7 Weatherly, 1970 contender Heritage, and the vintage beauties 1937 Gleam and Onawa of 1928. Each year our 12 Meter legends receive structural, mechanical and cosmetic upgrades to keep them in their fighting trim. Their ongoing preservation assures the highest level of aesthetics, historical integrity and performance. These yachts were the first 12 Meter sloops to be certified by the U.S. Coast Guard to carry passengers for hire and continue to be inspected annually by the USCG to meet stringent charter certification and safety standards.