Entertainment Cruises Announces Five Specialty Cruise Offerings For Fall

NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Entertainment Cruises, the largest harbor cruise company in the United States, is embracing the changing of seasons and announcing its fall line-up of specialty cruises. Set sail along the Hudson River from Chelsea Piers in New York and Lincoln Harbor in New Jersey, and enjoy outstanding dining and entertainment while also taking in breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline.

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In celebration of the cooler climate, Entertainment Cruises' fall schedule has something for everyone, including:

• The Fall Foliage Lunch Cruise Series – cruise north up the Hudson, past the George Washington Bridge, on the Spirit of New York and truly experience the spectacular beauty of the city's fall foliage.  Aboard this ship you will encounter views of the burnished orange leaves, and delight in a bountiful fall-inspired lunch buffet, DJ narration and live performances by the talented entertainers.
• Treat yourself to a marvelous mid-day excursion aboard the Bateaux Brunch Cruise where you will can sip on a complimentary glass of champagne and savor the wonderful buffet menu. Your experience will be enhanced by only-the-best tableside service, fine wines, lighthearted sounds of Bateaux New York's own pianist and stunning and wide-open views – this is truly one of Manhattan's ultimate afternoon delights this fall.
• Cruise the New York harbor aboard the Spirit of New York and Spirit of New Jersey Full Moon Dinner Cruise Series while you enjoy spectacular sights of New York with the moon at its fullest, further illuminating the city's skyline. Here, you will relish in an evening of dining, dancing, entertainment and views. Or stroll the outside observation decks to let the fresh air lift your spirits and take in the up-close view of the full moon.
• The Gospel Lunch Cruise offers guests a positively inspiring experience, on board the Spirit of New York. Setting sail for a serene afternoon on the water, this voyage features a live gospel performance by a contemporary choir and a delicious lunch buffet for cruisers to enjoy along the Hudson River.
• Spend the holiday weekend on board the Spirit of New York, Spirit of New Jersey or Bateaux's Thanksgiving Weekend Cruises. Let Entertainment Cruises handle the food and dishes this year, and celebrate this special occasion with friends, family, and out–of-town visitors - now that's a true holiday!

"With the summer crowds gone and the milder temperatures setting in, fall in New York is a magical time of the year and you're lucky if you get to experience it," said Christine Metivier, vice president and general manager of Entertainment Cruises – New York/New Jersey. "Our fall cruise offerings allow New Yorkers and tourists to delight in this special time of year and savor the city's towering skyline and breathtaking views, while enjoying delicious dining and lively entertainment."

Entertainment Cruises of New York and New Jersey's vessels include Spirit of New York and Spirit of New Jersey, which feature vibrant dining, dancing, a live DJ, singing wait staff and views of the Manhattan city-scape. The fleet also features Bateaux New York, an upscale, glass-enclosed European-style dining cruise with a live band, as well as Atlantica by Bateaux New York, the city's most elegant private yacht. Entertainment Cruises sail year-round from and to Chelsea Piers in Manhattan and Lincoln Harbor in Weehawken, N.J.

For more information, visit http://www.entertainmentcruises.com/city/New-York/home.

About Entertainment Cruises
Entertainment Cruises, Inc., headquartered in Chicago, IL. was formed in 2006 when Spirit Cruises LLC (www.spiritcruises.com) and Premier Yachts (www.premieryachts.com) joined forces to become the nation's largest family of entertainment cruises. Entertainment Cruises operates 24 ships offering a variety of lunch, dinner and sightseeing cruise experiences in Baltimore, Md., Boston, Mass., Chicago, Ill., Philadelphia, Pa., New York, N.Y.; Weehawken, N.J., Washington, DC, and Norfolk, Va. Its brand portfolio includes Spirit Cruises, Bateaux New York, Odyssey Cruises, Mystic Blue Cruises, Elite Yacht Charters and Seadog Cruises.  For more information, please visit www.entertainmentcruises.com.

SOURCE Entertainment Cruises