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Hornblower Group announced today that it has successfully completed its financial restructuring process and emerged with new majority ownership, a focused portfolio and financial flexibility to support its growth over the long-term, allowing the company to continue to serve world-class experiences to its millions of guests and commuters across the globe.

Hornblower Group today announced that the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas has confirmed the Company’s Plan of Reorganization. Hornblower expects to successfully complete its financial restructuring and emerge from the Court-supervised process in the coming weeks.

Statue City Cruises, the official and only authorized concessioner for ferry service to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island on behalf of the National Park Service, announced today extended operating hours to the Statue of Liberty National Monument and Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration beginning Memorial Day weekend in anticipation of the busiest summer yet.

Convene, a global hospitality company that designs, builds, and operates premium meeting, event, and flexible office spaces, and City Cruises, which operates dining, sightseeing, and private event cruises and is part of City Experiences’ expansive portfolio of water- and land-based experiences, announced today a new cross-referral partnership in select U.S. cities.

NYC Ferry announced today a record-setting start to the year, with more than 1,081,878 riders traveling onboard the system between January 1 and March 31, 2024.

Rapidly expanding its diverse portfolio of tour experiences in European destinations like Greece, Spain, England, France and more, City Experiences delivers unmatched explorations of major cultural sites, lesser-known haunts, family-run eateries and more through its partners, Walks and Devour Tours.

Niagara City Cruises is preparing for another early opening in 2024 for the popular Niagara Falls boat tour. Rated as one of Canada’s most memorable experiences, Niagara City Cruises will begin its 2024 season on Thursday, March 28—just in time for the long Easter weekend.

Hornblower Group announced today the promotions of several key members of its leadership team, signaling a strategic move towards reinforcing its commitment and dedication to further building the organization as a global experiences and transportation leader.

Hornblower Group, The Global Leader in Experiences and Transportation, To Continue To Provide Their Unmatched Maritime Industry Expertise For The NYC Ferry System And Build Off Success Of Mayor Adams’ NYC Ferry Forward Plan.

This all-new exhibition brings forward the history of the Colosseum Underground as visitors are transported back nearly 2,000 years to Ancient Rome with an immersive tour experience featuring digitally projected gladiators, specialty curated artifacts and more!

Venture Ashore’s Essential Collection provides travelers with cruise tours without the cruise line prices.

The partnership will maximize revenue and optimize experience for attendees.

The partnership aims to enhance efficiency and provide an improved passenger experience for riders.

Martorana Will Be Responsible for Overseeing the Revenue Team and Developing Global Strategies to Drive Growth as Anchor™ Expands to New Industries, From Transportation to Parks & Zoos. efforts.

Becoming its own independent division will allow anchor to focus on meeting third-party external partners needs as a digital ticketing operating system provider.

Hornblower Group announced today Karen DiFulgo has joined the company as Chief People Officer. Ms. DiFulgo will report to Adam Peakes, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Hornblower Group.

The world’s largest independent cruise excursion provider,Venture Ashore by City Experiences, wins its first major industry award for their unique and tailor-made experiential offerings in top global destinations

MTA Metro-North Railroad and City Experiences today announced global tours and experiences provider, Walks, as the new operator of the Official Grand Central Terminal Tour.

Annually, POLARIS Laboratories® recognizes three customers for achieving excellence in their fluid analysis programs. Award finalists are chosen based on fluid analysis program performance, sample compliance, team buy-in and continuous program improvement efforts.

Hornblower Group announced today that Brendan Smith, formerly VP of Engineering, NYC Ferry, has been named President of Seaward Services, Inc. Brendan will report to Scott Thornton, chief operating officer of Hornblower Group’s Ferries and Transportation Division..

Niagara City Cruises will resume the popular evening cruise this weekend. It’s even more memorable from the deck of a Niagara City Cruises catamaran at the base of the Horseshoe Falls.

The Greenwich Village NYC food tour takes guests on an exclusive culinary journey through one of Manhattan’s most iconic neighborhoods to experience the cuisine that shaped its beginnings.

The first of its kind in the world, the design and construction is currently underway, marking an industry-first in global transportation and green technology.

Representing a diverse portfolio water and land-based experiences in top global cities, City Experiences delivers guests with an unmatched experiential journey that can only be delivered through its own renowned Crew and expert Tour Guides.

Operating on a condensed weekend schedule starting May 6, 2022, the popular Voyage to the Falls tour will run Friday to Monday between 10 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Regular daily service will return in June.

Bridgeport Boatworks and Hornblower Marine announced today the launch of six scholarships supporting students at Porter & Chester Institute’s Bridgeport campus.

WINDEA CTVLLC, aUS operator of offshore wind Crew Transfer Vessels(CTVs), announced today that it has commenced construction of three30-meterhybrid ready CTVs.

Hornblower Group announced today Adam C. Peakes has joined the company as Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Peakes will report to Kevin Rabbitt, chief executive officer, Hornblower Group.

Venture Ashore becomes the newest addition to the City Experiences portfolio of brands, further extending the company’s land-based experience offerings in top tourism destinations around the world.

The purchase adds to Hornblower’s growing portfolio of world-class travel experiences and expands the company’s global footprint further into Australia.

The Global Leader in Experiences and Transportation will offer the two Multi-Purpose Supply Vessels for hire/charter, expanding the company’s government and commercial portfolio under the Seaward Services’ brand.

Launching In Early 2022, Glinert Will Lead Business Efforts For Venture Ashore, The Largest And Most Experienced Independent Shore Excursion Company In The World.

Splash Onto The New York Holiday Scene Aboard City Cruises New York With One-Of-A-Kind Experiences To Celebrate Christmas And New Year’s.

Under the global experiences provider Walks, Devour Tours will further extend the company’s culinary reach by providing one-of-a-kind food and wine tours in top tourism destinations around the world

View The Spectacular Blue Angels Aboard A City Cruise During Fleet Week On San Francisco Bay 

Join The Vatican’s Key Master On An Ultimate VIP Tour As The First To Step Inside The Renowned Museum Before It Opens To The Public, And Even Help Turn On The Lights!

The global leader in experiences and transportation will offer the vessel for hire/charter in partnership with SWITCH Maritime to deliver an enhanced passenger experience with technological advancements in maritime decarbonization

Beginning September 9, Alcatraz City Cruises will offer after-hours visits of the famed San Francisco landmark for the first time in more than a year.

Set sail with City Cruises Chicago to dine and watch the incredible U.S. Navy Blue Angels fly with the best seats in the city – the water!

This Exclusive Ticket Package, Powered by Anchor™, Allows Discounted Access to Three Popular Attractions: City Cruises San Diego, San Diego Zoo and Old Town Trolley Tour.

Come aboard the signature Odyssey vessel and learn more about unique employment opportunities ranging from food and beverage service to marine operations and get a free cruise for two with your interview!

Extended Operating Hours Begin as Pedestal of Statue of Liberty Reopens July 1st.

Cruise attractions in Niagara Falls, Toronto and Gananoque to set sail under new banner.

Three Celebrated Chicago Institutions Come Together for the First Time to Create the Official Chicago Waterfront Experience Combination Ticket Package.

Visitors can enjoy increased capacity on board vessels, iconic museums, spectacular views and more this summer.

This Exclusive Ticket Package, Powered by Anchor™,Allows Discounted Access to Three Waterfront Attractions:City Cruises in San Diego, USS Midway Museum and Old Town Trolley Tours.

Book an unforgettable experience atop a City Cruises vessel this year, featuring signature cocktails, specialty food offerings, and spectacular city views.

City Experiences announced today it has closed on the acquisition of leading global tours and experiences provider, Walks.

Hornblower Group, a global leader in world-class experiences and transportation, announced today the launch of City Experiences

Dinner and a Movie on the Bay: The Sequel” continues with open-air screenings aboard the Inspiration vessel’s rooftop deck featuring...

Beginning March 19, guests will be welcomed back aboard for one-of-a-kind experience offerings this cherry blossom season

Hippensteel joins the company with more than 20 years of experience in both the domestic and international travel trade industry.