Offering a Choice of Dining, Sightseeing and Water Taxi Experiences to Explore the DMV
Washington, D.C., July 21, 2020 – For those craving a getaway close to home, Hornblower Cruises and Events has unveiled an exciting choice of on-water experiences on the Potomac. Boasting one of the country’s most beloved backdrops, stunning views of the Capital make for the perfect staycation. While guests can still expect the same high standards and welcoming service, experiences have been adapted to reflect the need for social distance, alongside elevated health and hygiene practices. And with expansive decks both inside and out, there is more than enough room on board for everyone to stay safely apart.
Hornblower’s General Manager, Kelsey McCarthy is urging fellow residents to take a staycation and let the Capital surprise them all over again: “What better way to celebrate summer and rediscover the world’s most iconic city than from the spacious deck of one of our vessels! We are thrilled to be able to offer an expanded program of dining, sightseeing and transportation experiences from our berths across the DMV.”
Dining Cruises from the District Wharf Pier 4, Southwest DC
With ample space inside and out, the company’s sleek vessels combine delicious cuisine with mesmerizing 360-degree views of Washington’s famed skyline while gliding along the Potomac. So, for those making summer plans with social distancing in mind, Hornblower is offering brunch, sunset and dinner experiences departing from its berths at the District Wharf. Cruises feature freshly prepared multi-course menus complemented by a sophisticated selection of award-winning wines, craft beers and specialty cocktails. Weekend brunch cruises also include free-flowing mimosas! Prices start from *$79.90 (Brunch), *$73.90 (Sunset) and *$117.90 (Dinner). A new Prix Fixe dinner cruise is also available on Sundays, prices starting at *$74.90. For private groups, Hornblower Private Yachts also operates luxurious charter options.
Sightseeing Tours from Alexandria, Georgetown, Wharf
See the famous monuments of the Capital from an entirely new perspective on the ever-popular Washington Monuments Cruise. Travel along the Potomac for reflective views of the Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Washington Monument, Arlington Memorial Bridge, and more. Whether looking to learn about the nation’s historic capital or take to the water in the fresh summer air. Operating daily, 45-minute tour GPS narrated tour runs to and from the District Wharf and Georgetown every two hours. One-way prices from $20.00 (Adult). Services between Alexandria to Georgetown also operate Friday through Sunday and cost from $15.00 (Adult).
Experience Mount Vernon
For those looking to discover a true taste of American history, Guests can also combine a narrated cruise along the Potomac with a trip to George and Martha Washington’s estate at Mount Vernon. Departing on Saturdays and Sundays from both the District Wharf and Alexandria, round-trip ticket prices from $50.00 per adult include admission to Mount Vernon, excluding fees & taxes.
Daily Services on the Potomac Water Taxi
One of the most efficient and eco-friendly means of navigating the wider metropolitan area, the Potomac Water Taxi offers a daily schedule connecting Alexandria, Georgetown, the District Wharf and National Harbor. *One-way ticket prices start at: $13.00 (adults) $9.00 (child). For unlimited water taxi rides, adult *one-day and two-day passes are also offered for $31.00 and $40.00 respectively.
Kuweka kila mtu salama ndani ya ndege
Ili kutoa hakikisho katika mazingira ya sasa ya janga, Hornblower imepanua sekta yake inayofafanua SafeCruise na mpango wa Hornblower, kujenga juu ya michakato kali ya usafi tayari, kuingiza hatua zaidi zinazotokana na afya ili kujilinda dhidi ya kuenea kwa COVID-19 na virusi vingine.
Hizi ni pamoja na, lakini sio mdogo kwa:
- Uchunguzi wa lazima wa afya ya mfanyakazi wa kila siku, na uvaaji wa PPE inayofaa
- Kurekebisha taratibu za bweni na tiketi ili kuruhusu umbali wa kijamii na kuingia bila kugusa
- Kuwataka wageni kuvaa barakoa wakati wa kusugua, isipokuwa wakati wa kula na kunywa
- Reducing the number of guests on board, and adapting all seating and table spacing to allow for a minimum 6-foot distance between guests
- Utekelezaji wa taratibu zilizoimarishwa za usafi wa mazingira na utoaji wa dawa, na vituo vya kutakasa mikono vinapatikana kote
For more information or to book a cruise experience, visit www.hornblower.com [https://www.hornblower.com/washington-dc/] or call 866-302-2469.
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Kuhusu Hornblower Cruises na Matukio
Hornblower Cruises na Matukio ni mtoaji mkubwa na anayeongoza wa chakula cha maji, kuona, mkataba wa kibinafsi na uzoefu wa usafirishaji. Maeneo 22 yanayotamaniwa hutolewa nchini Marekani, Canada na Uingereza, ambapo kampuni hiyo inaajiri zaidi ya meli 4,300 zinazoendesha meli 157 zinazohudumia zaidi ya wageni milioni 9.8 kila mwaka. Hornblower Cruises na Matukio ni mgawanyiko wa Kikundi cha Hornblower ambacho kinaendesha huduma rasmi ya boti ya feri kwa Alcatraz Island, Sanamu ya Uhuru National Monument na Makumbusho ya Kumbukumbu ya Kisiwa cha Ellis kwa niaba ya Huduma ya Hifadhi ya Taifa pamoja na Kivuko cha New York NYC, Kampuni ya Malkia wa Amerika Steamboat, Hornblower Niagara Cruises, Mistari ya Ushindi Cruises na HMS Global Maritime. Kwingineko pana inaonyesha karibu karne ya utaalamu wa sekta na uvumbuzi - kutoka kwa upainia ziara za mwanzo za kuona mto na meli za chakula hadi kuendeleza Mseto wa Mapinduzi ya Hornblower, chombo kinachoendeshwa na umeme wa upepo, jua na betri. Kwa taarifa zaidi tembelea www.hornblower.com