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.
确保船上每个人的安全
为了在当前的大流行病环境中提供保障,霍恩布洛尔公司扩大了其行业定义的 霍恩布洛尔安全邮轮计划,在已有的严格卫生流程的基础上,进一步纳入了以健康为导向的措施,以防止 COVID-19 和其他病毒的传播。
其中包括但不限于
- 强制要求船员每天进行健康检查,并穿戴适当的个人防护设备
- 修订登机和售票程序,以实现社会隔离和无接触式入境
- 要求游客在巡航时佩戴口罩,但饮食时除外
- 减少船上乘客人数,调整所有座位和餐桌间距,使乘客之间的距离至少为 6 英尺
- 实施强化的卫生和消毒程序,在各处设立手部消毒站
For more information or to book a cruise experience, visit www.hornblower.com [https://www.hornblower.com/washington-dc/] or call 866-302-2469.
关于霍恩布洛尔公司的 SafeCruise
霍恩布洛尔公司的 "安全巡航"(SafeCruise by Hornblower)项目成立于 25 年前,为霍恩布洛尔集团旗下各公司的健康、安全和安保提供了行业标准。该计划不断改进,遵循最新的政府和行业指导方针,并运用数十年的专业运营知识,确保为游客和船员提供安全的环境,同时保持洪布劳尔公司的良好安全记录。www.hornblower.com/safecruise。
关于霍恩布洛尔游轮和活动
Hornblower Cruises and Events 是北美最大的水上餐饮、观光、私人包船和交通体验的领先提供商。该公司在美国、加拿大和英国提供 22 个令人垂涎的目的地,拥有超过 4300 名船员,船队共有 157 艘游轮,每年为超过 980 万名游客提供服务。霍恩布洛尔游轮和活动公司是霍恩布洛尔集团的一个部门,霍恩布洛尔集团代表美国国家公园管理局经营前往恶魔岛、自由女神像国家纪念碑和埃利斯岛纪念博物馆的官方渡轮服务,同时还经营纽约纽约市渡轮公司、美国皇后蒸汽船公司、霍恩布洛尔尼亚加拉游轮公司、胜利游轮公司和 HMS Global Maritime 公司。从开创最早的河上观光游览和餐饮游轮,到开发革命性的号布劳尔混合动力游轮(Hornblower Hybrid),该游轮由风力、太阳能和电池供电。欲了解更多信息,请访问www.hornblower.com

