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Pure Florida presents Veterans Day Cruise Nov. 11-13

pf-cruiseIn recognition of Veterans Day, Pure Florida is honoring members of the U.S. military by offering free cruises from Friday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Nov. 13 for veterans and active duty service members when accompanied by paid adult or child admission. The Veterans Day weekend cruises will set sail from Pure Florida’s Naples and Fort Myers locations at noon and 2 p.m., with sunset cruises departing at 4:30 p.m. Pure Florida sightseeing cruises are available in Naples for $35 per passenger for adults and $17.50 per passenger for children. Sunset cruises in Naples are available for $37.50 for adults and $18.75 for children. In Fort Myers, sightseeing and sunset cruises are $32 per passenger for adults and $16 per passenger for children.

Narration on local history, wildlife and ecology is provided by Coast Guard-certified captains, also master naturalists. Passengers cruising from Pure Florida’s Naples location will sail the Gordon River aboard the M/V Double Sunshine, and guests visiting Pure Florida’s Fort Myers location will cruise the Caloosahatchee River aboard the M/V Edison Explorer. Aboard the vessels, guests are invited to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of Southwest Florida and observe the wildlife native to the region. While Pure Florida cannot guarantee animal sightings in the wild, potential wildlife sightings include dolphins, eagles, manatee, native birds and more. Drinks will be available for purchase on-board the vessels, and snacks will also be available for purchase aboard the M/V Double Sunshine.

edison-explorer“During these special Veterans Day weekend cruises, we look forward to celebrating the many military veterans and active duty service members who have so bravely served and continue to serve our country,” said Lance H. Julian, co-founder of Pure Florida. “All of us at Pure Florida are excited to show our appreciation for these men and women by offering the opportunity to enjoy fun-filled cruises with their loved ones.”

Guests aboard the special cruise are invited to post pictures to social media using hashtag #GoPureFL for a chance to receive a $100 gift certificate to Pure Florida for additional fun on the water. The M/V Double Sunshine departs from the historic Tin City, located at 1200 Fifth Ave. S. in Naples and the M/V Edison Explorer departs from The Marina at Edison Ford, located at 2360 W. First St. in Fort Myers. Reservations are required. For more information on Pure Florida, or to register for a Veterans Day weekend cruise, call Pure Florida’s Naples location at 239-263-4949, its Fort Myers location at 239-919-2965 or visit www.PureFL.com.

About Pure Florida

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In 2009, father-and-son duo Captains Lance and Harry Julian acquired the Naples-based Double Sunshine and Lady Brett fishing vessel, and have grown the company to include 19 vessels and two locations providing a variety of unique eco-excursions for its visitors that incorporate maritime history, tourism, sightseeing and entertainment. With locations in Naples and Fort Myers, the water attraction company offers sunset and specialty cruises as well as boat and Jet Ski rentals, fishing charters, group events and educational field trips for schools and students. In addition to Pure Florida, the founders are also partners in Marine Team International and Pure Image Productions, providing professional marine consulting, television and video production and photography services. With a long history in maritime productions, Lance and Harry Julian have helped to create some of the most memorable water scenes in film production, with credits including “Titanic” and “Waterworld,” and television credits such as the reality show, “Survivor.” As the fourth and fifth generation working within the maritime industry, Lance and Harry Julian enjoy sharing their passion and expertise with fellow adventurers in the Southwest Florida area. For more information, visit www.PureFL.com or call its Naples location at 239-263-4949 or its Fort Myers location at 239-919-2965.

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