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Magical Holiday Experience
- Savor the joy and enchantment of the holiday season with loved ones over a chef-prepared dinner menu, fully stocked bar, and top-notch service
- Soak in Chicago view from an intimate, climate-controlled interior and open-air rooftop decks.
Choose Your Cruise
- Cruise on Lake Michigan for convenient Navy Pier boarding and enjoy the luxury of a 3-deck yacht with sweeping views of the skyline.
- Cruise on the Chicago River, embarking from the River Esplande on an all-glass enclosed vessel, offering intimate, up-close views of Chicago’s renowned skyscrapers.
Entertainment & Scenic Highlights
- DJ entertainment sets the perfect festive mood throughout your cruise
- Enjoy the stunning views of the Chicago skyline, featuring landmarks like: Willis Tower, Adler Planetarium, Navy Pier, and more iconic sights!
- Near the end, the night sky illuminates with Navy Pier’s fireworks or a modern drone show
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