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At Entertainment Cruises, we have no problem giving away free stuff. I’d even go as far as to say we like it. Making you happy makes us happy. We are in the business of putting smiles on people’s faces, after all.

Our summer sweepstakes has come to a close, and we’ve selected our four winners. Congratulations to you lucky men and women (you know who you are), who have won 10 free dinner cruise tickets aboard our elegant Odyssey and festive Spirit, and 6 free dinner cruise tickets aboard our hip Mystic Blue and upscale Bateaux.

I am sure you will have an amazing time. Plus, it’s FREE. Plus, it’s a perfect way to kick off the holiday season, right?

Read below for a few words from some of our fortunate winners:

1) Of which vessel did you win free tickets?
A. Spirit
B. Odyssey

2) How did you hear about the sweepstakes contest?
A. I was researching around looking for different dinner cruises in the DC area when I happened across your site. It seemed exciting and professional and you happened to have sweepstakes going on. From Google searching to sweepstakes!
B. Online

3) When did you enter?
A. Sometime during the summer.
B. A while ago – I don’t even remember!

4) Did you ever think you would win?
A. Never! Lucky people in exotic parts of the world win contests! Not a gal from Richmond.
B. Not at all! That didn’t even cross my mind.

5) Now that you have won, how are you going to use your tickets?
A. My husband and I plan on taking a beautiful dinner cruise around the monuments of DC with 8 of our closest friends!
B. Most likely getting all my siblings together and my 2 daughters. It should be a great little family reunion!

6) How did you decide who to take?
A. We have four couples that we hang out with – dinners, parties and such, so the choice was easy!
B. Easy, family always comes first!

7) How happy are you right now?
A. Elated! WE have always wanted to cruise around the Potomac and here is our chance! Thank you so much!
B. EXTREMELY HAPPY!

Thanks for reading, talk to you next week! And thank you to our contest winners, you rock. Smooth sailin’ everyone!

Spirit of Boston has partnered with a local Boston business, Harpoon Brewery, to celebrate Fall aboard the Autumn Harvest Cruises! Guests are welcomed aboard our ship with fresh tastings of Harpoon Octoberfest Beer and Harpoon Cider.

Wondering what these autumn tastings are like? Harpoon Octoberfest is described as “a rich, full-bodied, maltiness whose sweetness is balanced by generous use of hops” and Harpoon Cider is “made from a blend of freshly pressed, locally grown apples without any preservatives, artificial flavors, or sweeteners.”

Both unique Harpoon products are a great compliment to the delicious buffet you’ll enjoy later during your dining cruise experience on Boston Harbor. The extended boarding reception featuring Harpoon Brewery is on select dates through November 14^th including the Halloween Costume Dinner Cruise.

Once the tastings are over, visit Harpoon Brewery at 306 Northern Avenue in Boston for a wide selection of year round, limited edition and seasonal beers.

Looking for a deal sweet like Harpoon Octoberfest? Friends of Harpoon can save 20% off by mentioning “HARPOON” when making reservations or booking online and entering VIP code “HARPOON.” To make your reservation, visit SpiritOfBoston.com or call 866-310-2469.

See you out on the water with a Harpoon in hand!

‘til next week! And Tim, you are already missed.