Photography Tips and Exploring the Visual Treasures of Alcatraz Island
Photography Tips and Exploring the Visual Treasures of Alcatraz Island By Michael Esslinger, Alcatraz Historian, and Author I’ve been writing and researching the history of …
Lessons 2020 Brought To ‘The Rock’
How Alcatraz Island Transformed During The Pandemic The 2020 Pandemic forced the tourism industry into survival mode. In California, attractions and hospitality businesses still face looking for any opportunities to innovate, while …
7 Ways To Play While Tourists Are Away
It may be low season for San Francisco tourism, but it’s a high time for locals to get out and enjoy the City-by-the-Bay as there are great deals, free options ...
Alcatraz Cruises Announces Indigenous Peoples Day Sunrise Gatherings
The Indigenous Peoples Sunrise Ceremonies are annual events held on Alcatraz Island to honor the Indigenous Peoples of America and to promote their rights. Held annually since 1975, the Alcatraz …
Indigenous Canoes Will Cross the San Francisco Bay to Honor 50th Anniversary of Alcatraz Occupation
Traditional tribal canoes will circle Alcatraz Island starting at dawn on Indigenous Peoples’ Day to commemorate and carry forward the legacy of the Alcatraz Occupation in an era of climate …
San Francisco’s Most Elevated Experience
Fleet Week is an annual event that draws tens of thousands of people into San Francisco. The free series of events is centralized in Fisherman’s Wharf and features multiple air …
Outdoor Adventure Day Tripping in the Bay Area
Summer is coming to an end, which means Bay Area locals get their attractions back. And, while it’s not as busy, it can still be a challenge to secure tickets …
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 …
Insider Tip For Securing Alcatraz Tickets During Peak Season
The secret to securing tickets to Alcatraz during the peak season, which extends through October, is to book the Alcatraz Island/Angel Island Combo Tour, with tickets still available for select …
Celebrating Alcatraz “Alumni”
A Short Story About the History of a Former Guard In partnership with Hilton San Francisco Union Square, Alcatraz Cruises will be hosting a free panel discussion on Saturday, June …