What you'll do:

You and your partner will sail across West Bay at golden hour aboard a private 34-foot Catalina sailboat, with everything quietly arranged so the only thing you need to focus on is the moment you've been planning.

• Board your private sailboat - Step aboard BAYLIFE, a spacious Catalina 34 MK II, just the two of you (or with a small group of close friends if you choose to include them).

• Cruise West Bay at sunset - Sail across the open water as the sky shifts color, with Captain Tom handling everything so you can be fully present.

• Pop the question on the water - Choose your moment during the cruise and propose with the Traverse City shoreline and a glowing sunset as your backdrop.

• Get the moment on camera - Captain Tom photographs and films the proposal at no charge, so you leave with real memories and not just a story.

• Celebrate on board - Bring your own food, wine, or champagne and spend the rest of the cruise toasting with the people who matter most.

This is a 2-hour private charter, fully planned around you. Captain Tom keeps the secret, handles the coordination, and steps back completely when the moment arrives.

Why we love it for your proposal:

• Private charter, no strangers - The entire boat is yours, which means no awkward audiences and no distractions when you get down on one knee.

• Built-in photographer - Captain Tom captures photos and video of the proposal at no extra cost, so you don't have to hire a separate photographer or hand your phone to a stranger.

• Customizable planning - Captain Tom can help plan every detail or simply execute your vision, whatever level of involvement you want.

• BYOB and BYOF - You're welcome to bring your own food and drinks, so you can set the exact mood you want with your favorite bottle.

• Rain guarantee - If the weather doesn't cooperate, you get a full refund, no questions asked.

About this experience partner:

Captain Tom is a USCG-licensed master captain with over 30 years of sailing experience and the owner of Traverse City Sailing Charters. He has hosted hundreds of guests aboard BAYLIFE and has helped plan dozens of sunset proposal cruises on West Bay. He is also a co-publisher of BAYLIFE Magazine and knows Traverse City's best restaurants, stays, and spots better than almost anyone.

Additional information:

• Pricing - $325 covers two people for the full 2-hour private sunset sailing cruise on West Bay.

• Additional guests - You may bring up to 4 extra guests at $50 per person (6-person max including the couple).

• What to bring - Food and beverages of your choice are welcome on board.

• Rain policy - A full refund is issued if the cruise is canceled due to rain or weather.

• Location - Departure is from Captain Tom's location in Traverse City; exact address provided at booking.