The line has just celebrated its first year of operation. In that time it has entertained more than 40,000 passengers and hosted special events, including traveling to Tampa to entertain Super Bowl guests and tourism professionals in the Tampa area. Dinner excursions are four hours and include three hours of sailing, about 15 miles along the coastline. Lunch cruises are two hours, including 90 minutes of sailing. There is also a sightseeing cruise package that includes 75 minutes of sailing and views of such historic sites as the old Biloxi Lighthouse, Deer Island National Seashore and various casinos.
StarShip extends the Mississippi Gulf Coast's 'playground' well past the shoreline.
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