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- About Entertainment Cruises
- Entertainment Cruises as Employer
- The Cities & Ships Of Entertainment Cruises
- Employment Opportunities & Benefits
- Contact Entertainment Cruises, Inc.
The Brands of Entertainment Cruises
ODYSSEY CRUISES
Boston • Chicago • Washington, D.C.
SPIRIT CRUISES
Boston • Chicago • New York & Weehawken • Norfolk • Philadelphia • Washington, D.C.
MYSTIC BLUE CRUISES
Chicago
BATEAUX NEW YORK
New York City
SEADOG CRUISES
Chicago
BALTIMORE HARBOR CRUISES
Baltimore
ELITE YACHT CHARTERS
Boston • Washington, D.C.
SIGHTSEEING ONLY CRUISES
Chicago • Washington, D.C. • Baltimore
About Entertainment Cruises, Inc.
Incorporated in 2006, Entertainment Cruises offers customers an unusual perk for a new company - over 45 years of combined expertise in dining and sightseeing cruises. This is the story of two entrepreneurial harbor cruise companies that started out as competitors, but ended up as the largest harbor cruise company in America. It began back in 1978 when a young businessman in Norfolk, Virginia, converted an old World War II landing craft into a dining cruise vessel on the historic Elizabeth River. The popular ship was christened Spirit of Norfolk and a new company called Spirit Cruises was born.
Over the years, Spirit Cruises entertained 18 million passengers as it expanded into seven major cities including Boston, Chicago, New York, Weehawken (NJ), Philadelphia, Washington, DC, and its original port of Norfolk. As Spirit's fleet grew to 12 vessels, three distinct cruise experiences emerged: fun & festive Spirit Dining Cruises, Elite Private Yacht Charters and a gourmet dining cruise aboard Bateaux New York, Spirit's own version of the glass-enclosed riverboats of Paris.
Now fast forward to the late 1980s and a young bar manager working for the Spirit of Chicago named Michael Higgins. Doodling on a napkin one day, he came up with a different kind of dinner cruise concept that emphasized fine dining, first class service and elegance. He called his vision Odyssey, and his concept and marketing plan soon brought investors on board. In May 1991, the 600-passenger Odyssey I was christened at Navy Pier and Michael Higgins became head of a new company called Premier Yachts, Inc.
After just one season it was clear that the company was destined for growth. By 1993, the original Odyssey I was relocated to Boston Harbor and a new, larger Odyssey II took over the Chicago berth. In 1995, Odyssey III joined the fleet as the only ship of its kind designed to cruise beneath the historic bridges spanning the Potomac River in Washington, D.C. Over the next six years, Premier Yachts added four sleek speedboats branded Seadog I, II, III & IV to its fleet in Chicago, as well as another dining vessel called Mystic Blue.
In September of 2006, a new chapter was written in the logbooks of both Premier Yachts and Spirit Cruises as they merged the best of both companies into one remarkable corporation called Entertainment Cruises, Inc., under the able leadership of CEO Michael Higgins. One of the first moves of the new company was the acquisition of Baltimore Harbor Cruises, a well-established three-ship fleet operating on Baltimore's famous Inner Harbor.
Now with 23 ships serving eight cities with six unique cruise products, Entertainment Cruises is focused on creating even more superior dining and entertainment experiences for its guests. New ships, new cruise products and new ways to enjoy America's greatest waterways are all coming your way in the years ahead. Entertainment Cruises is an amazing company to work for. Welcome Aboard!
Entertainment Cruises as Employer
Big company. Small teams. Real opportunities. That's what job seekers will find at Entertainment Cruises, Inc. One of the benefits of a career with a large company is the benefit package itself, and Entertainment Cruises has an excellent one as you'll see below. But another important benefit is the way Entertainment Cruises is structured: a big company made up of a group of small teams. Each city office operates as a company unto itself, so if you have the right work ethic, it will be easy for your performance and ambition to stand out, and for you to move ahead in the company. Customer safety, service and satisfaction are our most important priorities. If you have the kind of positive attitude that embraces those priorities, you'll find opportunities abound at Entertainment Cruises, Inc. Here, by location, is a rundown of Spirit Cruises' ships and city operations:
The Cities and Ships of Entertainment Cruises
- Baltimore, MD - Bay Lady, Lady Baltimore, Prince Charming
- Norfolk, VA - Spirit of Norfolk
- Boston, MA - Spirit of Boston, Seaport Elite Yacht Charters, Odyssey
- Chicago, IL - Odyssey, Spirit of Chicago, Mystic Blue, Seadog I, II, III & IV
- Philadelphia, PA - Spirit of Philadelphia
- Washington, DC - Odyssey, Spirit of Washington, Capital Elite Yacht Charters, Spirit of Mount Vernon
- New York Metro - Spirit of New York, Spirit of New Jersey, Spirit of the Hudson, Bateaux New York. (Office located at Chelsea Piers in Manhattan; All three ships dock and cruise from both Chelsea Piers in Manhattan & from Lincoln Harbor Marina in Weehawken, NJ)
Employment Opportunities and Benefits
Entertainment Cruises' unique niche in tourism and hospitality opens a wide range of possibilities for job seekers and career builders, no matter what your experience level or field. We frequently offer full-time, part-time, seasonal and internship opportunities for:
- Sales & Marketing Professionals
- Account Services Representatives
- Administrative Professionals
- Call Center Reservationists
- Galley Managers
- Sales Associates
- Restaurant Managers
- Galley Staff
- Chefs
- Servers & Server Assistants
- Bartenders
- Restaurant Hosts/Hostesses
- Dishwashers
- Entertainers
- Ships' Captains
- Deckhands
Mates The Benefits Package
Entertainment Cruises, Inc., offers paid time off, several insurance options, and a 401(K) retirement savings plan with employer contributions. All employee contributions to the medical, dental and 401(K) plans are made on a pre-tax basis. All full-time employees are eligible to participate in any of these plans.
Fleetwide Benefits Include:
- 401(K) with generous employer match
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance
- AD&D Insurance
- Vacation Days
- Paid "Personal" Days
- Sick Leave
- Funeral Leave
- 9 Paid Holidays a Year
Additional Benefits Available On Spirit Ships Only:
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Short Term Disability
- Military Leave
The Brands Of Entertainment Cruises.
There are seven cruise brands in the Entertainment Cruises portfolio that provide our guests an option for dining and entertainment, customized group charters and sightseeing excursions.
Dining Cruises - Each dining cruise includes its own unique blend of dining, dancing, sightseeing and entertainment.
Odyssey Cruises
Located in Boston, Chicago and Washington, D.C., Odyssey Cruises is the industry leader in exceptional, elegant and attentive dining cruises - creating unforgettable memories and spectacular events on the water. The Executive Chef and galley staff prepare a distinctive menu of appetizers, entrees and desserts on board daily, complemented perfectly by a comprehensive wine list. Musical entertainment on Odyssey was designed to suit a variety of tastes and includes everything from classic jazz to contemporary favorites; from a live five-piece band to soft solo piano music.
Spirit Cruises
Spirit Cruises is the most vibrant and theatrical dining cruise experience to hit Boston, Chicago, Norfolk, New Jersey, New York, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. The Spirit experience features delicious food, lively dancing and engaging entertainment that make every cruise a celebration. This classic Spirit product is available in each of the cities and includes the following:
- Dining - Spirit guests feast on a sumptuous grand buffet that has been prepared in each ship's galley. The dining options are created to appeal to everyone and all types of tastes. There are delicious seafood, chicken and beef options, as well as vegetarian entrees, all complemented by a variety of side dishes and desserts.
- Entertainment - To enhance the total cruise experience, guests enjoy a professional live musical revue performed by Spirit's very talented entertainers. Spirit Cruises provides the only live song and dance revue on the water in each of our cities.
Mystic Blue Cruises
Mystic Blue Cruises is Chicago's fun and casual dining cruise, offering bountiful buffets and lively DJ entertainment in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The setting is laid-back yet contemporary. The service is great. The view is amazing. The DJ plays a variety of genres including Oldies, Motown, Rock, Retro, Disco, and current Top 40 and Dance for the duration of the cruise.
Bateaux New York
New York's sophisticated, European-inspired Bateaux New York is the ultimate cruise indulgence. With its revolutionary glass walls and ceiling, never-ending views of Manhattan, intimate seating and open-air deck for romantic moonlight strolls, Bateaux New York is designed to stimulate the sense at every turn. Guests enjoy freshly prepared gourmet cuisine served by a gracious wait staff. Dining and dancing is enhanced by the sounds of Broadway, blues and jazz performed by the dynamic vocal talents of one of New York's finest vocalists. Cosmopolitan, elegant and exclusive, this stunning ship is as inspiring as the city itself.
Baltimore Harbor Cruises
Baltimore's original local cruise line features two-hour lunch cruises and three-hour dinner cruises aboard two dining cruise vessels, the Bay Lady and Lady Baltimore. Docked along the west shore of Baltimore's historic Inner Harbor, both ships offer buffet dining and lively mixed dance music. Specialty cruises include Crab Feasts (June - October), Sunday Brunch, Moonlight Cruises and day-trip cruises to Annapolis. Since 1981, Harbor Cruises has served as Baltimore's original local cruise line
Spirit Elite
Yacht Cruises Elite Yachts serve Boston and the Washington, D.C., area with exclusive, one-of-a-kind dining and moonlight charters for distinctive private and important events. Elite is perfect for business functions, special events, group associations and private parties. These yachts offer complete customization and flexibility and can even dock at various pick-up points around the harbors they serve. Guests board this traditional yacht for a private, elegant, catered dining experience on the water, which makes Elite the perfect venue for any occasion.
Sightseeing Excursions
Unique sightseeing excursions are available in Chicago, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore. Each cruise offers a fun way to see the city from the water.
Seadog Cruises
One of the most popular attractions at Navy Pier in Chicago, Seadog has thrilled over 1,000,000 people with exhilarating speedboat excursions along Lake Michigan and architectural tours along the Chicago River. Combining thrilling tours and entertaining descriptions of Chicago's lakefront landmarks, Seadog is great for all ages.
Mount Vernon Excursions
The only sightseeing cruise direct to Mount Vernon from D.C., this fun-filled, educational sightseeing journey down the Potomac River is available daily mid-March through mid-October. Guests can catch a fresh breeze on our outdoor decks or take in the sights while they relax in climate-controlled comfort on our beautiful interior decks. Each day-trip includes a relaxing cruise down the Potomac River, narrated tour of its famous landmarks and entry into the Estate and Gardens of Mount Vernon.
Prince Charming Sightseeing Tours
Offering 60-minute narrated tours with an insider's view of Baltimore's historic harbor, this "charming" tour boat cruises April through October. Guests can relax in climate-controlled comfort on the interior decks, or take in a fresh-air perspective from the spacious outdoor deck. Combo tour packages with the Maryland Science Center are available for groups.