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Appropriate pricing?

November 09 2018

Hi all, I’ve been offering parties/trips on my luxury 42’ Catamaran. I’ve had plenty of interest but few actually confirmations. Is it my my pricing that’s putting people off ($100 per couple for a 4-5 hour evening cruise/party or $600 per couple for a 3day/2night cruise with food included)? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. - Posted from rhpmobile

Comments

  • FeistyFatty

    FeistyFatty

    6 years ago

    I wouldn't think its the pricing, that's cheap. Why don't you just go straight to the source and ask the people who show initial interest but then don't follow through?

  • boobsandbusted

    boobsandbusted

    6 years ago

    are you offering a swingers party with multiple couples or more of a couple and just you, if it’s the latter might just be they just aren’t into you and we’re hoping for other couples to play with cos after all once you set sail there’s no getting off after all the news this week 😳

  • FeistyFatty

    FeistyFatty

    6 years ago

    BoobsorBust, thats a good point there. If it were the latter, I'd likely not be interested. Plus, just curious, you said you don't discuss with attendees who is attending? What if they're stuck there for 3 days with people they'd never look twice at? Awkies😋

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    Thanks for your reply ‘FatFunFiesty’, Yeap tried that, it was either ‘We were just inquiring, maybe another time’ or ‘Who else is going, can you give us their details?’ (Which obviously I wouldn’t.... everyone can see who has expressed an interest). Thank you too ‘boobs_or_bust’, I’m very much advertising it as a party for others, I’ll be boat handling/hosting etc. Some have asked which partner I’ll be bringing along and does she play (?!). I’m not providing female ‘entertainment’, purely an alternate venue for people to enjoy themselves either with each other or others. Of course, couples who know each other are always welcome to organise their own getogether on board.

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    Oh and what was ‘All the news this week’?

  • DynamicCouple36

    DynamicCouple36

    6 years ago

    What might make people apprehensive Is that they might assume ( correctly or not ) that your intentions (as a single male “host “) would be to join in the action. Unlike a hotel room , party room or club, if you are on a boat, and you want to get off , it’s not simply a fact of “ walking out the door”. We have been invited to have a swingers weekend away, on a house boat on Lake Eildon. Our concerns were that we would be expected to swing with the inviting hosts, and would be stuck with them for the weekend, and unable to get off the boat., if we felt uncomfortable and or did not want to play with them. Perhaps this is what.concerns people? And possibly puts them off ?

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    I think Dynamic Couple have nailed it right there. You might get more success with people that actually swing together rather than have completely new people hook up... and then as they've said its uncomfortable if you are stuck with them for 3 days when you arent interested.

  • boobsandbusted

    boobsandbusted

    6 years ago

    news this week i was i getting to was aimed at the shark attacks , and as dc said it’s not like you can just say home time when ever you want on a boat at least on a big ship there’s always somewhere else to go and mingle or hide ,lol ,not so much room on a 42 catamaran if you just don’t click with the unknown group , i’d be shopping it around to known party organisers who would know have their followers and groups that will play well together.and doing that side of the organising like one if there own partys ,only other prob may be 3 days on a catamaran may have people worried about sea sickness i know FLIRT PARTYS ,are always looking for new ideas mr b

  • boobsandbusted

    boobsandbusted

    6 years ago

    sorry maybe i should have asked how many people. it’s prolly too small for most of the party people to worry about ,my bad

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    Thanks all for your valid points and interpretation of what I’m offering. I’ve tried to keep my party offers as broad brush as possible. I wasn’t really expecting couples who had never met before to book for a 3 day trip. I was looking to appeal to people who have their own ‘circle of friends’ and thought it might be a fun trip for them all. I emphasise on all my adverts that it’s a no pressure party. I’m not in the slightest expecting to get involved in others fun and the thought that couples might be put off because I’m a ‘single guy’ has surprised me. The only couples who have asked about who else is going have shown an interest in a daytime or evening party. I don’t feel comfortable passing out other people’s information without their permission and I’d be surprised if other party organisers did this. Sea sickness.... I’m not looking to take people to sea! My trips are in the inland waters of Broadwater and Tipplers Passage (and Moreton Bay on a 3 day trip). All very weather dependant... unlike cruise ships! lol Max 6 people for the 3 day trips (3 en-shite cabins), 12 max for the daytime/evening parties. Thanks for your tips Mr B. I will look for Flirt Parties.... 😊

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    OMG - I have 3 EN-SUITE cabins for guests..... damn auto spell 😱

  • AnnieWhichway

    AnnieWhichway

    6 years ago

    If things aren't to the couples likingMutiny Ditch the captain and others into the raft. Sail off into the sunset and head for Pitcairn island. A solution to every situation

  • boobsandbusted

    boobsandbusted

    6 years ago

    lmao@annie ,i think i see a hollywood movie in this ,swingers gone wild ,

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    Swingers of the Carribean: The Captains End Swingernado 2 - the 2nd one.

  • Mischeviouslad

    Mischeviouslad

    6 years ago

    An option might be the very tight confines of a boat. There’s just nowhere to escape from an awkward situation

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    Have we all seen the movie "Dead Calm " 😊

  • MsSuperFoxy

    MsSuperFoxy

    6 years ago

    I am thinking that too. Ms Foxy

  • Angel4u

    Angel4u

    6 years ago

    Spot on

  • boobsandbusted

    boobsandbusted

    6 years ago

    nice little boat ,lol,also maybe go to a few partys and put it out there amoungst the people attending or drop some cards if it’s ok with the organiser ,go meet some people and let them get to know you a little , best thing seriously would be the next qld meet and greet and those sort things of events ,the trip down from go to sydney sounds fun , have done my fair share of sailing on bay racers and a maxi , i take it. you will be on the harbour for new year’s eve ,that will be amazing ,with a group of friends ,that’s a bucket list item , lastly maybe a pic. of at least some part of you. for peeps to get a feel for who you are , mr b

  • FlirtParties

    FlirtParties

    6 years ago

    Hi from (occasionally sunny) Melbourne. First some great news - FlirtParties (FredAndGinger2) is most likely relocating to Brisbane / Sunshine Coast sometime in the first half of 2019 and we are always looking for different and interesting activites for FlirtParties events. With the right planning we could help organise some great events on the water. Let's chat! Here's a few thoughts about your profile: * We *always* share the profile names of couples we select for our special events. It's common descency and helps people build connections with each other before the event, especially those who are not hardcore swingers and enjoy/need a social connection before any play (like many of us) * The few boat pics you show does not show how anywere to socialise/party. Where's the standing room, dancing room, drinks? A pic of the bed is just tacky.. * I would say that 70% of couples are only seeking other couples to play with so you should clarify your role as the host and whether you will / will not participate in the play * WTF is a trampoline in the context of your boat cruise? FLIRT xx

  • boobsandbusted

    boobsandbusted

    6 years ago

    here you go fred Actually the truth of the trampoline is much more simple...It has the benefits as prescribed above but the reason you need/want a trampoline on a catamaran is because of the bow(s) waves. The waves splash through the trampoline..without it you will slam or pound, a most common problem amongst unsuitable designs without a trampoline. Catamarans from Polynesia had longer bows, without the platform or trampoline in place, but modern designs use the tramp to take advantage of the space. A Dean, Gemini and Prout slam like crazy. Tramps come with various size "holes" for offshore or coastal use and are rated by their ability to pass the water.

  • boobsandbusted

    boobsandbusted

    6 years ago

    sorry ment to add if you blow up the pic of the cat in his profile pic you can see the tramp at the front in between the hulls mr b

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    Once again thank you Mr B for your measured, informative and positive replies, you’ve certainly given me ‘food for thought’. Yes I will be in Sydney for Christmas and NYE where I plan to anchor overnight in view of the Bridge & Opera house.... I have a ‘RHP’ couple interested in staying onboard that night, let me know if you fancy ticking one off your bucket list! My single profile is mrfunandnaughty where you can see my photos, details and validations (safe to say my personality is not one out of a horror movie! lol)

  • NewVicCpl

    NewVicCpl

    6 years ago

    Catamaran Cruising Your boat sounds lovely. My father had a 40" Cat, 4 double rooms plus space to sleep in the kitchen area. Most admit that laying on the trampoline whilst sailing about was great fun but I cant imagine being able to play anywhere on that boat, you couldn't stand in any if the rooms and there wasn't a big space where more than half a dozen people could socialise. That said, a day cruise for a few hours with a couple of other sexy couples does sound like a lot if fun

  • mrfunandnaughty

    mrfunandnaughty

    6 years ago

    Hi NewVicCpl, Thank you for your input. My Cat is a Leopard 42 which must be different to your Fathers one as mine has over 2m headroom in all areas including the cabins. Both indoor and outdoor areas can easily sit over 8 people in each (and obviously some prefer to stand), not including the trampoline area. Yes I’ve hosted parties with ‘vanilla’ friends which were a lot of fun and gave me the thought of opening up the opportunity to couples in ‘the scene’. I looking for classy, respectful people who appreciate that I’m opening my home for them to enjoy. I won’t be having GB parties or ‘sausage fests’ on board, nor am I looking to ‘cram people in’, just enough for like minded people to minge, enjoy the atmosphere as well as being out on a yacht with no pressure to do anything they don’t feel totally comfortable with. The whole idea may not be suitable to everyone but those that fancy something a little different will, I’m sure, enjoy themselves irregardless if they play or not.

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    Went on the Party Boat for a day cruise and it was excellent. The Skipper is a fabulous host and we had lots of fun. Would recommend it to anyone. 😁

  • RHP

    RHP User

    6 years ago

    The first reply from foxy is the only one you need to pay attention to. Ask those who didn’t follow through why they didn’t, pricing seems good so it’s obviously not that...