Start your week-end with a sparkle on a Marina del Rey Friday Blues Dinner Cruise. There is no hotel pick-up, instead you should make your way to the check-in location at 13755 Fiji Way, 90292, Marina del Rey and present your confirmation voucher to the staff on duty.
Boarding begins 30 minutes prior to the departure time of 8:00pm. As you board, your picture is taken in front of the yacht. You are able to purchase it toward the end of the cruise for USD $ 20 for two 5x8 prints.
You begin the journey enjoying the sea breeze, you can watch the glow of sunset over the water. In the gathering dusk, you will be able to make out Fisherman's Village with its lighthouse and watch the activity around the huge marina.
Later, you will be treated to a delicious buffet dinner prepared fresh on board by gourmet chefs. Drinks (payable direct) are available from the bar where you will find a wide assortment of beers, wine, and cocktails.
A sample menu is given below – the menus change seasonally.
Organic Mixed Greens, Tossed with Gorgonzola Cheese, Toasted Walnuts
& Dried Cranberries Presented with Maple Sherry Vinaigrette
Caprese Salad, Fresh Sliced Tomato, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese,
Red Onions, Drizzled with Basil Pesto & Toasted Pine Nuts
Baked Penne Pasta, Grilled Mushrooms, Artichoke Hearts,
Spinach Roasted Bell Peppers & Fresh Basil Blended with
Creamy Garlic Sauce, Parmesan & Provolone Cheeses
Fresh Seasonal Vegetables & Herb Butter
Oven Roasted Red Potatoes, Garlic & Fresh Rosemary
Grilled Tilapia, Shrimp & Mushrooms Sautéed in Lemon Herb Butter
Chef Carved Tri-Tips Served with Peppercorn
Demi Glace & Horseradish Sauce
Cascade of Freshly Baked Rolls & Butter
Wide Variety of Mini Pastries
After your excellent dinner, you can hit the dance floor to the soothing sounds of Phil Gates Blues Band or take a moonlit stroll on deck.
The 2-hour 30 minute cruise ends at around 10:30pm and you will be dropped off back at the starting point.