Retro Meets Contemporary

We’ve already realized that “history repeats itself” so to say we’re excited about our annual comeback, would be an understatement. With that being said, we wanted to make our fleet more colorful and accessible. We’re excited to announce that we will be making our stunning retro boats available through our original parent website http://chicagoelectricboats.com. Our retro boats are original refurbished boats from the 1950s-60s. These timeless beauties have an electric motor to keep them running through another decade. We can’tRead more

6 More Weeks of Winter..

Whether it’s Woodstock Willie’s forecast of an early spring or Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction of 6 more weeks of winter.. One thing is for sure-Spring will arrive here sooner than we think. Stay hopeful, it’s already February! Imagine the warmth of the sun on your face as you cruise down the Chicago River and “soak in” the beauty and warmth of Chicago.   See you soon!Read more

5 Tips For A Successful Voyage

Chicago Electric Boat Company is a place where you can turn your dream of living the boater’s life into a reality– even if it’s just for the afternoon! To help you plan ahead for a fun but safe rental experience, here are a few things to keep in mind.Read more

5 Reasons We Love Fall Cruising

Summer may have come to an end (heavy sigh) but that doesn’t mean that 2016 cruising days are behind you. It just means that you get to experience one of the river’s best kept secrets – fall cruising! We asked our crew what makes fall cruising on the Chicago River so amazing.Read more

Favorite Frost Flavor Combos

After speaking with our crew members, the gents at Downtown Docks and the ladies who scoop gelato perfection at Frost Gelato, we’ve compiled a list of our favorite flavor combinations. So take notes and get ready to make amazing gelato even better!Read more