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The wet bar area aboard the Sea Ray 52

January 6, 2026 · By CDM Yachts · 1 min read

New Year's Eve is consistently the single highest-demand charter night of the year on San Diego Bay, and it's worth planning for well in advance rather than waiting until December.

Vessel choice depends on your group: the Sea Ray 52 or 56 for an intimate countdown with a small group, or the Westport 100 for a larger party with room to actually move between spaces as the night goes on.

Timing — most NYE charters run a set evening block covering the countdown itself, with guests bringing their own food, drinks, and any entertainment they'd like aboard.

The one thing that matters most: book early. Every year, NYE dates sell out across the fleet well before the holiday season is in full swing, and last-minute requests are the most likely to come back with no availability at all.

See our Holiday Charters page or request availability now if you're already thinking about next New Year's Eve.

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