Fun stuff

Celebrity love for Embark DC!

Most celebrities don’t permit use of their name, image or likeness without compensation. This gent loved his cruise with us so much, he suggested it! Can you identify him out of his normal environment?

THE SLIPS // KINSALE VA

When we come across something marina-based that’s got great vibes, great atmosphere, and great people, we feel compelled to share. If you’re looking for a small-town escape for a waterfront day trip or overnight, check out Kinsale VA and The Slips. And sign up by email to learn about their special weekend events!

Anne Smith, Potomac Prints

We came across this artist at the Torpedo Factory Art Center, on the waterfront in Old Town, Alexandria. She has made a series of beautiful screen prints of the Potomac River in different states and different times of day. 

View more of Anne’s work on her full website.

Fly-Over Documentaries on the potomac river & the Chesapeake Bay

Produced by PBS & Maryland Public Television, these documentaries present all the beauty and history of the Potomac River and the Chesapeake Bay, with views exclusively from the sky.

Potomac by Air:

Full video here in low resolution on Vimeo, or buy the Blu-Ray or standard DVD from MPT.

Chesapeake Bay by Air:

Watch online here, or purchase the Blu-Ray or standard DVD from MPT.

Do you enjoy photography from the water?

If you enjoy the intimate & unique perspective Embark offers for photographing DC’s historic sights, you will likely enjoy a boat-based photography workshop on the Chesapeake Bay: check out local photographer Jay Flemming’s workshops.

That was fast!

Watch how quickly this new Alexandria waterfront wine bar was built. Now a premier partner for catering private Embark DC cruises.