FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE THE HOTTEST TICKET IN NEW YORK CITY: 'CIRCLE LIVE' OFFERS PACKED SCHEDULE OF SPECIALTY CRUISES Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises brings back popular 'Circle Live' concert and event series for the summer and fall seasons Click to Tweet: Enjoy the Best Sights, Sounds and Tastes Aboard @CircleLineNYC's Circle Live Cruises #SummerinNYC #CircleLiveNYC NEW YORK, NY - July 6, 2017 - Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises (Pier 83 at West 42nd Street) is heating up with a fresh lineup of Circle Live specialty cruises, offering exciting entertainment and sweeping views on one of New York City's most unique venues. The world-renowned sightseeing company, which recently welcomed two new state-of-the-art Bronx Class vessels to their fleet, has a season full of fun and excitement planned on Manhattan's waterways, with sights, sounds and tastes to satisfy every cruiser. The Circle Live summer schedule is as dynamic as the city itself. All cruises feature attentive first-class service, as well as attractively priced open bar packages, featuring local and premium beer, wine and spirits. In addition, true café-style dining outlets serve delicious New York-style temptations, while a third-floor party deck provides amazing views of the city and sights beyond. "The Circle Live series is unlike anything on the water right now in terms of entertainment for New York City goers," says Sam Kimball, chief marketing officer of Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises. "With the Bronx Class' new third-floor party deck, passengers will see even more of the gorgeous cityscape and beyond." Circle Live’s 2017 lineup include the following events: Happy Hour Cruises: Unwind after a long day at the office with happy hour on the Hudson, featuring refreshing libations and live DJs spinning the hottest hits from past and present. Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises' Happy Hour Cruises depart from Pier 83 at West 42nd Street every Thursday evening from 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m., starting now through August 31. All cruises are 21+. Boarding begins at 6:30 p.m. Pricing: $69 per person including beer and wine; $89 per person including beer, wine and spirits. Live Performances: Rock out on the rivers around Manhattan with live performances by local and national touring artists, entertaining music lovers with sounds that compliment New York City's vibrant skyline. Boarding starts at 7 p.m. at Pier 83 at West 42nd Street, with cruising running from 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. All cruises are 21+. The Nerds (Friday, July 21) - America's most iconic cover band, The Nerds, will be back with a full set of vintage entertainment by Spaz, Mongo, Stretch and Biff. The band has performed with rockers such as Jon Bon Jovi, members of Twisted Sister, Dick Betts of the Allman Brothers, Billy Joel's band, and David Letterman's Late Night band. Pricing: $35 for general admission; $55 for VIP top deck. Louie Vega Cruise Party (Friday, September 22) - Jump aboard Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises for a night of soul-thumping sounds with a Louis Vega Cruise Party. A godfather of global dance music, Grammy winner 'Little' Louie Vega is recognized as one of the best living house music DJs. Pricing: $39 for general admission; $69 for VIP open bar including beer, wine and spirits. Epicurean Specialty Cruises: Food and drink lovers can delight in a selection of tasty events, providing delicious dishes and refreshing brews. BBQ & Brews Cruise (Thursday, July 20) - The summer season practically begs for outdoor opportunities - Circle Live with Blue Smoke and Hill Country have New York locals and travelers covered during their three-hour sunset BBQ and Brews Cruise through New York Harbor and past iconic tourist gems. Pulled pork and brisket sandwiches are available for purchase as passengers enjoy unlimited beer and take in the sights. The city skyline becomes illuminated, as riders capture epic views of the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade and the Brooklyn Bridge, a perfect cap-off to the evening. Boarding begins at 6:30 p.m. Pricing: $69 open bar including beer and wine; $89 open bar for beer, wine & spirits. Bear Mountain Oktoberfest Cruises (Saturdays and Sundays; September 23 to November 5) - See fall foliage at its best along the Hudson River during a leisurely full-day cruise to historic Bear Mountain. Enjoy traditional German beer, food and live music on board, with three hours on land to enjoy natural beauty, hiking trails, the Bear Mountain Zoo and more. Boarding begins at 8:30 a.m. Pricing: $65 for adults; $52 for children (3-12). A special Columbus Day Bear Mountain Cruise will take place on Monday, October 9, with plenty activities for the whole family to enjoy. Quiet Clubbing Cruise Parties: Created in partnership with Quiet Events, Quiet Clubbing Cruise Parties unfold as the ultimate New York City party experience. Every guest gets a pair of glow-in-the-dark Quiet Events headphones to tune into their choice of three DJs, with two floors for dancing all while cruising around the city's most popular landmarks. After working up an appetite dancing, passengers can indulge their taste buds in a $14 "slider meal" with pulled pork/chicken, mac n' cheese, and corn on the cob. Quiet Clubbing Cruises are scheduled Friday, July 14; Friday, August 18; and Friday, September 15. Registration starts at 7:30 p.m. Pricing: $30 for general admission. For more information or to book a Circle Live cruise, contact Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises at 212-563- 3200, or visit https://circlelivenyc.com. ### ABOUT NEW YORK CRUISE LINES New York Cruise Lines is the parent company of the iconic Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, and other industry leading travel, hospitality and restaurant businesses. Over time the company has hosted close to 80 million passengers. New York Cruise Lines recently acquired Circle Line Downtown and New York Water Taxi. Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises has been hosting riders since 1945 and is recognized as "America's Favorite Boat Ride," world- famous for sightseeing and special events including concerts and entertainment. New York Cruise Lines also owns and operates unique floating restaurants at Pier 81, including North River Lobster Company, an award winning casual floating lobster shack, as well as the brand new Hudson's at Pier 81, a waterfront restaurant with an expansive outdoor top deck and lively bar scene. New York Cruise Lines also operates World Yacht, a luxury special events and private charter business, as well as The BEAST Speedboat summer time thrill ride. New York Water Taxi provides sightseeing and transportation services including the iconic hop on hop off all day access pass, which allows guests to travel to and stop at leading tourist sites in Manhattan and Brooklyn, as well as transportation services for business and major events in New York City. Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises operates from Pier 83, located in Hudson River Park on 42nd Street and the Hudson River, convenient to Times Square, the High Line and Hudson Yards, as well as from Pier 16 South Street Seaport convenient to the World Trade Center, the Battery and Wall Street. Circle Line: Winner of Concierge Choice Award (CCA) for "Best Sightseeing Tours" in NYC (2015) North River Lobster Company: Winner of North American Journeys' "Coolest New Product of 2015" New York Water Taxi: 2-time winner, 4-time nominee of Concierge Choice Award (CCA), honoring the best in New York City Hospitality Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises (www.circleline.com) New York Water Taxi (https://www.nywatertaxi.com/) The BEAST Speedboat (www.ridethebeast.com) Pier 81 (www.pier81nyc.com) North River Lobster Company (www.northriverlobsterco.com) Hudson's at Pier 81 (www.hudsonsnyc.com) World Yacht Special Event Cruises (www.worldyacht.com) Circle Live (www.circlelivenyc.com) MEDIA CONTACTS: Hannah Redfield Hawkins International PR (212) 255-6541 [email protected] Rachel Hoffman New York Cruise Lines 212-630-8819 [email protected] .