NYC, NY
New Solutions Network (NSN) announced a partnership with New York City DJ and cultural curator DJ Hot Rod to present The Love Boat: Wellness Boat Ride, a late-night harbor cruise experience scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026, departing at 9:00 p.m. from Pier 36 in Manhattan. The event will cruise past the Statue of Liberty before returning to the original departure point.
Presented by New Solutions Network, The Love Boat is an invitation-only wellness and cultural event designed to bring together music, social connection, and curated lifestyle programming aboard a luxury vessel set against the New York City skyline. The evening will feature live DJ performances by DJ Hot Rod alongside a series of wellness-focused activations distributed across multiple decks of the boat.
The evening will be hosted by Natanya Wachtel and Ryan Verneuille, who will guide guests through an unforgettable experience blending conversation, connection, and curated moments. Together, they bring the signature energy and thoughtful presence that define New Solutions Network events.
The collaboration reflects a shared interest in creating structured social environments that emphasize intentional interaction and community engagement. DJ Hot Rod, who has spent more than two decades producing music and live events in New York City and internationally, has incorporated wellness-oriented programming into a number of recent projects focused on inclusive cultural experiences.
DJ Hot Rod, owner of the event vessel and host partner for The Love Boat: Wellness Boat Ride presented by New Solutions Network.
“Music has always played a role in bringing people together,” said DJ Hot Rod. “This event is designed to provide a setting where guests can enjoy music and conversation in a thoughtfully curated environment.”
According to organizers, the event layout will allow guests to move freely between areas dedicated to music, social interaction, and wellness-inspired programming. Planned activations include guided mindfulness moments, sensory stations, relationship and self-reflection experiences, and curated vendor showcases. Media coverage and on-site content production will be managed by New Solutions Network.
The program will also feature the vybe lounge, highlighting mindvybe by Innerstill(https://www.innerstillhealth.com/mindvybe), a wearable wellness device presented as part of the event’s experiential programming. Additional elements currently in development will be announced closer to the event date.
We Are Gods: Awakening the Creator Within, a book by Frank Saia, published through New Solutions Network Media.
New Solutions Network founder and CEO Frank Saia is also expected to participate in select programming. Saia is the author of We Are Gods: Awakening the Creator Within, which may be featured during the evening as part of scheduled appearances and discussions.
The event is being produced in collaboration with Zoe Private Club, which will support guest experience planning and hospitality coordination in alignment with its private membership standards.
The Love Boat: Wellness Boat Ride is intended for creatives, entrepreneurs, wellness professionals, and couples seeking a curated cultural experience in New York City.
Dress Code: Upscale evening attire is encouraged.
Event Information:
Tickets and additional details are available via Eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-love-boat-tickets-1980386856398
About DJ Hotrod
DJ Hot Rod (Sherod Harris) is a Queens-born DJ and on-air personality who began his career in 2002. He has served as an opening and closing DJ for Hot 97 live broadcasts and has performed at events and venues across the United States, the Caribbean, and Central America. In addition to live performance work, he produces independent artist showcases and community-focused music events.
About New Solutions Network (NSN)
New Solutions Network (NSN) is a multidisciplinary organization operating at the intersection of behavioral science, wellness, and media. Founded by life science brand launcher Natanya Wachtel, NSN develops programming, content, and initiatives focused on education, storytelling, and systems-based approaches to human and organizational development.
Watch the conversation between Natanya and DJ Hot Rod here https://youtu.be/UAC4P7WZLcc
