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ENJOY FRONT-ROW FIREWORKS ABOARD THE ODYSSEY OR SPIRIT OF WASHINGTON
Washington, DC [June 17, 2010] — Grab a front-row seat at one of the country’s most spectacular firework displays by taking an Independence Day cruise on The Odyssey and the Spirit of Washington. Celebrate America’s birthday with impeccable dining, dancing, and priceless views of Washington’s historic sights.
On Sunday, July 4, the Odyssey offers guests a romantic evening under an illuminated night sky, with a dinner cruise featuring live entertainment and dancing. The dinner will offer favorites including Shrimp and Scallop Mélange with creamy spinach and Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese and Mohito Salmon with fire roasted vegetables and Colusari red rice. Indulge in one of Odyssey’s decadent desserts including Odyssey’s Signature Decadent Chocolate Truffle Torte. Dinner is priced at $199.90* and includes a premium open bar; sailing from 8:00pm – 11:00pm. All passengers must be 21 or older with ID. To book, call 866.306.2469 or reserve online.
The Spirit of Washington is also offering a unique venue to enjoy the fireworks show on Sunday, July 4. Guests can dance the night away with the Spirit’s playlist of top dance hits, enjoy a premium bar and the Spirit’s renowned Grande Buffet. Boasting entrees like the pan-seared Chicken Fontina, stuffed with Fontina cheese and spinach, generous seasonal sides and the Sweet Dessert Duo of Traditional New York-style Cheesecake and Sweet Chocolate Mousse Truffle, the bountiful buffet pleases guests of all palates. Dinner is priced at $149.90* and includes a premium open bar; sailing from 8:00pm – 11:00pm. All passengers must be 21 or older with ID. To book, call 866.306.2469 or reserve online.
For guests aiming to celebrate America’s rich history with the whole family, the Spirit of Washington is offering a special Independence Day lunch cruise. The afternoon cruise will feature amazing sights of the city, dancing, and a buffet with carved to order Roasted Rosemary Beef and Old Smokehouse Carved Ham, along with entrees like the fresh vegetable and meatball Pasta Italiano, sides, and signature desserts. Lunch is priced at $39.90* for adults and $19.95* for children ages 3-12; sailing from 11:30am – 1:30pm. To book, call 866.306.2469 or reserve online.
Guests can also celebrate Independence Day by visiting George Washington’s former residence, Mount Vernon on Monday, July 5. The Spirit of Mount Vernon cruise offers round-trip transportation to Mount Vernon and includes an admission ticket to the estate and a narrated tour of the Potomac River. The cruise is priced at $42.95* per person. Ship boards at 8:00am and arrives at Mount Vernon at 10:00pm; ship leaves Mount Vernon at 1:30pm and returns to the dock at 3:00pm. To book, call 866.306.2469 or reserve online.
For media quality images and more information about any of Entertainment Cruises’ unique ships, contact Jessica Zachar at jessica@lindarothpr.com.
*Prices are subject to change and do not include taxes and fees.
About Entertainment Cruises
Chicago-based Entertainment Cruises, Inc. was formed in 2006 when Spirit Cruises LLC, and Premier Yachts Inc., joined forces (www.EntertainmentCruises.com). The company serves 1.5 million guests annually with a fleet of 24 ships in nine cities – Baltimore; Boston; Chicago; Norfolk, Va.; Philadelphia; National Harbor, MD; New York; Washington, D.C.; and Weehawken, N.J. Entertainment Cruises’ brand portfolio includes dining and entertainment cruises Odyssey Cruises, Spirit Cruises, Mystic Blue Cruises, and Bateaux New York; Atlantica by Bateaux and Elite Yacht Charters, which offers custom private charters; and sightseeing excursion vessels, Seadog and Baltimore Harbor Cruises. Ships are one-, two- and three-deck vessels, and accommodate from 110 to 850 guests, depending on the individual ship, for lunch, dinner and sightseeing cruises year-round. The company and its products are known for outstanding product quality and service.
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