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If you haven’t yet discovered Spirit of New York’s Smooth Cruises or Hot Latin R&B Cruises, you should. And soon. Because the Wednesday Smooth Cruise Series ends September 1^st and only three dates remain for the Latin Moonlights: August 28^th, September 18^th and October 30^th.

So, if the bar scene has grown tiresome, or you want to liven up your nightlife with a unique outing in the city, these cruises are the perfect club alternative. For one price, you get everything New York’s hottest places have to offer, only you get to see the city from the most unique perspective. Sailing from Chelsea Piers in Midtown Manhattan, your nights just got a whole lot more intriguing.

Let me tell you what you need to know about each.

Spirit of New York 2010 Smooth Cruise Series:

♦ Been a hit on New York Harbor for 13 years

♦ Features live entertainment from your favorite jazz artists

♦ Buffet dinner and beverages available for purchase onboard

♦ Chicken Wings appetizer, Shrimp Cocktail and Drink Tickets also available for purchase

♦ Two sailing times on Wednesdays now through September 1^st, departing from Chelsea Piers, New York:

Moonlight Board 9:00pm | Cruise 9:30 – 11:30pm

Sunset Board 6:00pm | Cruise 6:30 – 8:30pm

♦ Call 866.483.3866 or CLICK HERE to Book your Cruise Online!

Spirit of New York 2010 Hot Latin R&B Moonlight Cruise Series:
♦ Presented by Xceptional Entertainment and Spirit Cruises

♦ Features Live Salsa Band “Son D’ Aqui”

♦ Can upgrade to our Gold Package – Features a Moonlight Buffet

♦ Can upgrade to our Platinum Package – Features a Moonlight Buffet, Guaranteed Reserved Table and Personalized Wait Service

♦ Buffet, Beer and Wine, and Premium Brand Tickets available for purchase online.

♦ For adults only. Must be 21 or older.

♦ Departing from Chelsea Piers, New York:

August 28^th, September 18^th and October 30^th

Board Midnight | Cruise 12:30am – 3:00am

♦ Call 866.483.3866 or CLICK HERE to Book your Cruise Online!

You’re not merely purchasing live entertainment and a venue for dancing. You’re getting a late-night experience of magnificent moonlit views, friendly service and an amazing memory you’ll have for many days to come.

So join the Spirit of New York and enjoy the hot summer nights on the water while you still can.

Have fun and happy summer to everyone!

‘Til next week…

Summertime in Chicago rocks. But August is especially unique. Head to the lakefront beginning tomorrow and experience the Air & Water show from the water.

The Chicago Air & Water Show is the largest FREE show of its kind in the entire U S of A.

With Headliners:
• U.S. Navy Blue Angels
• U.S. Army Parachute Team Golden Knights
• U.S. Navy Parachute Team Leap Frogs

Military Aircraft Performers:
• USAF C-130 Hercules
• Heritage Flight
• Viper West F-16 Demonstration Team
• USAF B-1B Lancer Bomber
• U.S. Army UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopter
• KC 135 Stratotanker Aerial Refueling
• C-17
• T-6
• U.S.N. F-18 Super Hornet Demo
• T-38 Talon Demonstration
• USAF Reserve ParaRescue Wing
• U.S. Coast Guard Air/Sea Rescue

and Civilian Performers
• Aeroshell Aerobatic Team
• Lima Lima Flight Team
• Sean D. Tucker and Team Oracle
• The Firebirds
• Bill Stein Airshows
• Red Bull Helicopter

This is not an event you should be willing to miss. Get the best views of all that this high-soaring adventure has to offer aboard our Air & Water Show Weekend Cruises.

ODYSSEY:
Tomorrow, August 13th:
Early Air & Water Show Preview Lunch Cruise
Friday Champagne Dinner Cruise

Saturday, August 14th:
Early Air And Water Show Lunch Cruise
Afternoon Air And Water Show Lunch Cruise
Saturday Fireworks Dinner Cruise

Sunday, August 15th:
Early Air And Water Show Brunch Cruise
Afternoon Air And Water Show Brunch Cruise
Sunday Dinner Cruise

SPIRIT OF CHICAGO:
Tomorrow, August 13th:
Early Air & Water Show Preview Lunch Cruise
Friday Dinner Cruise

Saturday, August 14th:
Early Air And Water Show Lunch Cruise
Afternoon Air And Water Show Lunch Cruise
Saturday Fireworks Dinner Cruise
Moonlight Cruise

Sunday, August 15th:
Early Air And Water Show Lunch Cruise
Afternoon Air And Water Show Lunch Cruise

MYSTIC BLUE:
Tomorrow, August 13th:
Afternoon Air and Water Show Lunch Cruise
Friday Lake-Breeze Dinner Lounge Cruise
Blue After-Dark Moonlight Cruise

Saturday, August 14th:
Afternoon Air And Water Show Lunch Cruise

Sunday, August 15th:
Early Air And Water Show Lunch Cruise
Sunday Lake-Breeze Dinner Lounge Cruise

Check out our thrilling canine, Seadog, and see the Air & Water show from a whole new perspective!

Twenty historical vessels from around the world. The Parade of Sail. Nightly fireworks. A sight rich in history and tradition.

Featuring:
Appledore IV — USA
Bounty — USA
S/V Denis Sullivan — USA
Europa — The Netherlands
Fazisi — USA
Friends Good Will — USA
Inland Seas — USA
Lynx — USA
Madeline — USA
Flagship Niagara — USA
Pathfinder — Canada
Playfair — Canada
Pride of Baltimore II — USA
Red Witch — USA
Roald Amundsen — Germany
Roseway — USA
Royaliste — USA
Unicorn — USA
Windy — USA

Welcome to the majesty of the Tall Ships. It all goes down in 12 days.
Visit Odyssey, Spirit, Mystic Blue and Seadog Cruises to learn how you can best take part in the awe-inspiring adventure and beauty that is the Tall Ships.

Have a wonderfully different, uniquely amazing experience or two in Chicago this August!