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Starpoints:
- Experience Washington DC from our luxury cruise liner.
- Cruise down the famous Potomac River.
- Enjoy our all-you-can-eat buffet complemented by unparalleled sights of Washington DC.
- Dance or stroll along the deck as the DJ plays a variety of lively music from the 40s through today.
- Admire the Washington Monument - the tallest free-standing stone sculpture in the world.
- View Alexandria, Virginia first established in 1600s by Scottish and English tobacco merchants.
- Check out the Torpedo Factory, used for the manufacture and maintenance of torpedoes on and off from 1918 until the end of WWII.
- See Admiral's Row - these townhomes remain virtually unchanged since the colonial days except for modern plumbing and electricity.
- Watch the Woodrow Wilson Bridge - the only active drawbridge on the Potomac at this time.
- Bring your camera! This is one cruise you don't want to forget.
Description
Step aboard our sleek ship and get ready to be pampered and entertained. Enjoy our Grande Buffet and have your drinks served by our attentive wait staff as you are treated to one fascinating view after another. It's a dazzling good time and the most exciting way to see the city.
Cruise along the Potomac River with spectacular views of the city's downtown. No trip to Washington DC is complete without a view from the deck of our festive ship. And while you're enjoying all the highlights, you can dine, dance and have a great time, too.
Cruise Highlights Fort Lesley J. McNair and General's Row Fort McNair has had many different names over the years. In 1948, the post was renamed in honor of the commander of the Army Ground Forces in WWII. McNair, who was killed in Normandy in 1944, was the highest-ranking officer to be killed by friendly fire.
General's Row is prime waterfront property on Fort McNair. Generals and those officers of "flag rank" live here with their families while they make their home in DC.
Washington Monument The Washington Monument is over 555-feet tall, the tallest free-standing stone sculpture in the world. There are no reinforcements to hold the stones together - just the weight of the stones and the way they are fitted together.
National Airport National Airport is one of the busiest Airports in US with an average of 1 flight every 30 seconds at peak periods, which equals about 900 flights on a busy day. Despite this, it is one of the safest airports in the US.
Alexandria, Virginia Alexandria was first established in 1600s by Scottish and English tobacco merchants. Early settlers envisioned a bustling port and at one time, Alexandria was the 3rd largest port in the country, especially during the Civil War. However, as ships grew larger, the deeper and more accessible ports of Baltimore and Norfolk overshadowed Alexandria.
Torpedo Factory The Torpedo Factory is a red brick building with green copper roof and low white building with a "bulls-eye" target. It was used for the manufacture and maintenance of torpedoes on and off from 1918 until the end of WWII.
Admiral's Row The townhomes up on the hill beyond the abandoned marina remain virtually unchanged since the colonial days except for modern plumbing and electricity. They were used by ship's captains and their families, when they were in port of Alexandria.
Jones Point The survey marker is south cornerstone of the District of Columbia, which marks the beginning of the 1791 survey that carved out the federal jurisdiction from the states of Maryland and Virginia. In 1846, this portion of the district was retroceded back to VA. Jones Point Lighthouse was built adjacent to the cornerstone in 1855.
Woodrow Wilson Bridge The Woodrow Wilson Bridge is the only active drawbridge on the Potomac at this time. It is the southernmost of 7 crossings of the Potomac in DC and the last bridge for approx. 50 miles down river.
US Naval Research Lab The US Naval Research Lab celebrated its 75th Anniversary in June, 1998. This Lab is significant for the discovery of radar in the 1920s. This happened by accident during radio signal experiments between the lab and Hains Point, when ships got in the way.
Please Note: Although we offer children 3 years old & under free admission, please enter how many children are attending in the field provided, so that we can accommodate them on the cruise.
Our ships feature cabaret-style seating. The majority of our tables accommodate 4 to 8 people and guests are sometimes seated with other parties. Please understand that we cannot guarantee specific seating on the deck.
Grande Buffet Menu
Menu subject to change Salad Gardener's Delight - Festive mix of Tender Young Greens and Freshly Chopped Vegetables tossed in exquisitely aged Balsamic Vinaigrette and served family-style
Carving station Cob Smoked Ham - Lean Ham slow-cured over roasted corn cobs for a distinctively rich, smoky flavor, enhanced with Caramelized Apples and a tangy Honey-Mustard Sauce
Rosemary Round Roast - Tender Top Round of Beef lavishly sprinkled with Rosemary and slowly braised in its own juices, presented with a richly-flavored Demi-Glace and classic Chilled Horseradish
Entrees Stuffed Sole Chesapeake - Tender Fillet of Sole stuffed with Chesapeake Bay Crabmeat and baked in a full-flavored White Wine Infusion
Sesame Stir-Fry Chicken Teriyaki - Marinated Chicken Strips and Fresh, Chopped Vegetables stir-fried in a simmering and Teriyaki Sauce and sprinkled with lightly Toasted Sesame Seeds
Roasted Vegetable Lasagna - Layer upon layer of Pasta, Mozzarella, Parmesan and fire-roasted Vegetables, all baked to a flavorful finish
Chicken Marsala - Tender pan-seared Breast of Chicken simmered and served in a sweet Marsala Wine Sauce
Smoked Andouille Sausage - Savory slices of slow-smoked Andouille Sausage pan-seared with an abundance of Peppers and Onions
Lemon-Garlic Shellfish - Freshly gathered Mussels steamed and served in a distinctive Lemon-Garlic Broth
Accompaniments
Fluffy White Rice
Roasted Baby Potatoes dusted with Parmesan Cheese
Steamed Tuscan Vegetables
Tender Chopped Spinach served in a Rich and Creamy Sauce
Freshly-Baked Rolls with Sweet Cream Butter
Desserts
Creme Brulee Cheesecake - Incredibly creamy Cheesecake capped with a thin layer of Vanilla Bean Custard and a tantalizing Toffee Shell of Caramelized Sugar
Chocolate Marquis Cake - Supremely moist Chocolate Cake layered over a decadent Chocolate and Cream Filling and topped with Bittersweet Chocolate
Drinks (included):
Coffee
Hot tea
Iced tea
Drinks (not included):
Mixed drinks start at $5.75 for standard brand liquors, $6.75 for premium drinks
All beer is sold by the bottle, with domestic beers for $4.50 and imported for $4.75
Wine begins at $5.00 per glass
Soft drinks are $2.20 each
Juices are $2.50 each
Prices include gratuity and taxes
Premium rates apply to high season and weekends.
