🚢 HOLIDAY LIGHTS TIKI BOAT CRUISE - Floating Through Winter Wonderland!

Sunset + Christmas lights on "The Oasis" - the most luxurious tiki boat in Charlotte Harbor!

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### WHEN & WHERE

Sunday, November 30, 2025
Meet 5:00, Cruise Time 5:15 PM - Sunset PLUS Holiday Lights (You get both!)
Meet at: Laishley Park Marina, 120 Laishley Ct, Punta Gorda
Duration: About 2 hours

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### WHAT IS THIS?

Imagine: Cruising through the decorated canals of Punta Gorda Isles on a cozy tiki boat, sipping hot cocoa, listening to festive music through surround sound, while multi-million dollar homes sparkle with holiday lights all around you. ✨
"The Oasis" is a 35-foot custom-built tiki boat featuring plush couches, LED lights, 8 surround sound speakers, and a fully enclosed private restroom. You'll cruise Charlotte Harbor for the sunset, then explore every canal to see exquisite lights and holiday decorations.
Some cruises even feature live entertainment, Christmas karaoke, and caroling!

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### TICKETS & COST - Adults: $59

🎟️ BOOK YOUR TICKET: https://puntagordaadventures.com/christmas-lights-cruise-punta-gorda
⚠️ IMPORTANT: This is a PUBLIC cruise (boat holds up to 30 people). Book early - these sell out fast during holiday season!

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### WHAT'S INCLUDED

✨ Hot cocoa, fresh apple cider, and egg nog (complimentary!)
✨ Festive music & holiday atmosphere
✨ 2-hour cruise through decorated canals
✨ Possible dolphin sightings!
✨ Photo opportunities galore
BYOB ALLOWED! (Bring Your Own Beverages and/or snacks - boat provides ice, cups, mixers)
Snacks also available for purchase onboard

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### THE PLAN

We're doing the 5:15 PM SUNSET + LIGHTS CRUISE! (Get both for same price!)
Meet Paradise Pals: 5:00 PM at Laishley Park Marina (floating dock area)
Boarding: 5:15 PM
What happens:

• First 30-45 minutes: Watch famous Southwest Florida sunset over Charlotte Harbor
• Next hour+: Explore decorated canals of Punta Gorda Isles
• All while: Lounging on plush couches, sipping cocoa, listening to holiday tunes

Perfect for: ✨ Anyone who loves Christmas lights
✨ People who want to see how the other half lives (multi-million $ homes!)
✨ Photography lovers
✨ kicking off the Christmas vibes!
✨ Cozy holiday magic on the water

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### WHAT TO BRING

📱 Phone/camera (you'll want pics!)
🎫 Your ticket (digital or printed)
🧥 Light jacket or blanket (December evenings can be cool)
🍷 BYOB if you want (wine, beer, cocktails - your choice!)
🍫 Any special snacks you want
The boat has: Cooler with ice, cups, mixers, private restroom

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### FINDING EACH OTHER

Look for Paradise Pals at 5:00 PM near the floating dock at Laishley Park Marina (behind Downtown Bait & Tackle Shop).
Can't find us? Check event comments or message organizer.
First-timer? Just say "Paradise Pals?" and we'll welcome you aboard! (Literally! 😂)

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### CARPOOL?

Punta Gorda Marina is about 15 minutes from Port Charlotte. Want to carpool? Coordinate in the comments!

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### WHY THIS IS MAGICAL

Homeowners along Punta Gorda Isles canals go ALL OUT decorating - but you can only see it from the water! This is THE way locals experience Christmas in Southwest Florida.
Plus: plush couches + hot cocoa + twinkling lights + island music + sunset = pure holiday joy. 🎄🌅🚢
Ready to make some magical holiday memories, Paradise Pals?
RSVP "Yes" and book your ticket ASAP - these cruises sell out!