Seattle, WA – September 15, 2009 - Waterways Cruises and Events, the upscale Seattle based sightseeing and private event cruise operator, and the acclaimed author David Dykstra, launch a series of new scenic cruise tours featuring mansions described in Dykstra’s book "Lake Washington 130 Homes."
The new Book Signing Cruise Tours will take guests aboard the sleek Olympic Star for specially designed tour routes along Lake Union’s and Lake Washington shores. During this educational 2 1/2 hour tour, David Dykstra and the Waterways Captain will offer interesting background information on the magnificent mansions, some only clearly visible from the water, on the shores of at Hunts Point, Medina and Madison Park. Dykstra’s "Lake Washington 130 Homes" book can be purchased onboard and additionally signed by the author upon request.
The first Book Signing Cruise Tour departs at 11:30 am on Wednesday September 16 from South Lake Union Park. The second in the series of "Lake Washington 130 Homes" Cruise Tours, departs on September 24th at 11:30 am from Kirkland City Dock in Marina Park, following a different route and includes dozens of additional homes of the rich and famous. Tickets for the Book Signing Cruise Tour are $21.95 for adults, $8.95 for children (ages 5-11), and free for children younger than 5. Gourmet lunch, beverages and cocktails are available for purchase aboard the cruise. Tickets can be booked online at www.WaterwaysCruises.com or by phone at 800-979-3370.
In addition to the special Book Signing Cruise Tours, Waterways Cruises offers informative Cruise Tours scheduled daily from Thursday through Sunday during the fall, winter and spring seasons and daily sightseeing Cruise Tours of Seattle’s Lakes during the summer season. Other cruises focus on elegant dining with Brunch Cruises, Dinner Cruises, Happy Hour Cruises as well as various upcoming Theme Cruises and Holiday Cruises.
About Waterways Cruises and Events:
Waterfront Hospitality LLC (dba Waterways Cruises and Events, www.waterwayscruises.com) operates four distinctive tourism and event venues and is located on the north shore of Seattle’s historic Lake Union. Founded in 1994 by Hilton Smith, Waterways Cruises and Events grew from a small family operation into Seattle’s premiere cruise and events company, hosting over 30,000 guests each year. Operating as Waterways Cruises with its fleet of three luxurious yachts, The Lakeside Event Center and CaterArts Catering, the company creates memorable weddings, festive corporate events and elegant dining experiences. The waterfront Lakeside Event Center serves as the HomePort for the Waterways’ fleet, while CaterArts provides catering for all public and private events aboard the yachts and at The Lakeside. In addition to private events, Waterways Cruises has recently launched informative sightseeing and fine dining cruises on Lake Union and Lake Washington, open to the public and small group celebrations.
About Hundred Homes Publishing:
Hundred Homes Publishing (www.hundredhomes.com) was founded in 2009 by David Dykstra of Mercer Island. The publisher plans to publish books for worldwide public waterways with magnificent estates that can be viewed by casual boaters and tour-cruises. “Lake Washington 130 Homes,” is the publisher’s first book and the first printing was released on August 5, 2009.
Media Contact:
Michael Lomax * Waterways Cruises * (206) 223-2060 * michaell@waterwayscruises.com
