Alcatraz's Contributions To The Civil War
From the beginning of the Civil War, the United States government considered Fort Alcatraz to be one of the strongest and most formidable military fortifications in the entire country. As
Indigenous People’s Sunrise Ceremony At Alcatraz
Alcatraz Cruises and the National Park Service host two annual Indigenous People’s Sunrise Ceremonies every year. This year, the gatherings will take place on Monday, October 9 and Thursday, November 23. The Indigenous
Alcatraz Ex-Con Shares Memories of “The Rock”
Alcatraz Ex-Con Shares Memories of “The Rock” Each year, the Alcatraz Alumni Association (http://alcatrazalumni.org/) hosts a reunion of sorts so that those with a history of the prison years can
Who Wants To Be Our “Captain For A Day?”
Ever dream of being a captain on your own vessel? Well, Alcatraz Cruises is launching a contest for one lucky influencer to win a great opportunity to be “Captain For
The Ride Of His Life
There is life after work for many of Alcatraz Cruises’ employees. For deckhand Cary Crites, it was training for and embarking upon the “ride of his life,” joining over 2,000
Niagara Falls Community Clean Sweep Day 2017
Here at Hornblower, we have made environmental protection and preservation a priority. Participating in the Niagara Falls Community Clean Sweep is only one part of that! Our Respect Our Planet
What is The Best Time to Visit Niagara Falls?
The air is warm, but not hot, the water cool but not cold and attractions open, but not crowded. Goldilocks would agree, the fall is “just right” for a trip to Niagara Falls!
Civic Holiday in Niagara Falls
The August Civic Holiday long weekend may mark the halfway point in summer, but there is still lots of time to visit Niagara and get up close and personal with this world wonder.
Celebrate Canada 150 in Niagara
What better way to celebrate Canada 150 than by spending the holiday in the nation’s most iconic visitor destination!
Mother’s Day in Niagara Falls, Canada
On Sunday May 14th, 2017 every mom deserves to be appreciated and made to feel extra special. Because she is extra special! So take her out for the day in Niagara Falls, Canada and show her how much she means to you.