Remarkable Risso’s Dolphins
Risso’s Dolphins (Grampus griseus) We finished our 2017 Summer Whale Watching season with an appearance of rarely-spotted Risso’s Dolphins. Whale watch naturalists aboard the cruise mentioned that they only see
Reoccuring Sightings of Semi-famous Mottled Dolphin Named “Patches” from Adventure Hornblower
SD Natural History Museum Whalers and whale watching regulars like Mike Roerder (author of 1000 Whales in a Year) are out on cruises enough to spot reoccurring animals. The “regulars”
A Message From Former Inmate Bill Baker
Guest Blogger Bill Baker Hello, I’m William Baker, former inmate of Alcatraz. Now that I am back to the straight and narrow, I go back now and talk to visitors,
Father and Daughter Celebrate Twenty Years of Visits to “the Rock”
Zabrina and her father Bill (now known as “Wolverine Willie”) share a special tradition. Every year, for the last twenty years, they pay a visit to Alcatraz in search of
Alcatraz Dungeons?
Guest Blogger John Martini One of the most persistent rumors about Alcatraz Island is that ancient “Spanish Dungeons” are dug into the rock beneath the prison. Like much of Alcatraz’s history there
The History Of An Alcatraz Prison Guard
Guest Blogger Jim Albright Cathy, our son Kenneth, and I were living around the Denver area when I took the test, interview, and physical for employment at the Federal Bureau
Alcatraz Alumni Gather for Last Reunion
Alcatraz Alumni made what is likely their “last call.” Gathered together for a final public appearance, six former residents of the Island addressed an audience of over 100 guests to
Father Bernard Bush Recalls Time on “The Rock”
Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary opened in 1934 and when it closed its cell doors for the last time in 1963, more than fifteen hundred prisoners had served time on “The Rock”.
Celebrating Alcatraz “Alumni”
A Short Story About the History of a Former Guard Alcatraz prison guard Jim Albright served on the Island from 1959 to 1963. He was the last guard off the
A Toast to Hosting a Bachelor Party in Toronto
Renowned as a city for arts, culture, nightlife, dining, beautiful surroundings, and iconic attractions, Toronto is a vibrant destination to celebrate any occasion. In fact, when you opt to host a Toronto wedding, you’re practically guaranteed the event will be something special. In addition, any pre-wedding celebrations are bound to be a good time — especially if it’s a bachelor party on a yacht venue in Toronto. A bachelor party on the water makes the most of the city’s landscape by immersing the groom and his crew in spectacular views under clear night skies. When you choose City Cruises, there’s a wealth of amenities and special features to enjoy too, which will elevate the experience. Join us as we highlight what makes Toronto the perfect place to host your bachelor party on the water.