MARINA DEL REY BLOG 

Welcome to the official Marina del Rey blog written by the Marina del Rey Tourism Board. My Marina tells different stories of what makes L.A.’s Marina a unique destination. Read about fun things do like sailing and paddle boarding to waterfront dining, yacht cruises, and more.  

MDR Valentine’s Day Specials 2024

Couple walking on a dock

Our guide to MDR Valentine’s Day specials is here for 2024! From sunset dining cruises to luxe prix fixe dinners, Marina del Rey restaurants and attractions are guaranteed to take your Valentine’s Day celebration to the next level. Scroll below to get ideas on where to treat your lucky date this year. 

Marina del Rey Valentine’s Premier Dinner Cruise

Couple on deck overlooking water for Valentine's Day dinner cruise

Love is on the water this Valentine’s Day. Celebrate on a three-hour dinner cruise in Marina del Rey’s harbor on Friday, Feb. 10, Saturday, Feb. 11, Sunday, Feb. 12 and Tuesday, Feb. 14 including freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts. Enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline and local landmarks or dance the night away […]

Marina del Rey Valentine’s Premier Dinner Cruise

Couple on deck overlooking water for Valentine's Day dinner cruise

Love is on the water this Valentine’s Day. Celebrate on a three-hour dinner cruise in Marina del Rey’s harbor on Friday, Feb. 10, Saturday, Feb. 11, Sunday, Feb. 12 and Tuesday, Feb. 14 including freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts. Enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline and local landmarks or dance the night away […]

Marina del Rey Valentine’s Premier Dinner Cruise

Couple on deck overlooking water for Valentine's Day dinner cruise

Love is on the water this Valentine’s Day. Celebrate on a three-hour dinner cruise in Marina del Rey’s harbor on Friday, Feb. 10, Saturday, Feb. 11, Sunday, Feb. 12 and Tuesday, Feb. 14 including freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts. Enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline and local landmarks or dance the night away […]

Marina del Rey Valentine’s Premier Dinner Cruise

Couple on deck overlooking water for Valentine's Day dinner cruise

Love is on the water this Valentine’s Day. Celebrate on a three-hour dinner cruise in Marina del Rey’s harbor on Friday, Feb. 10, Saturday, Feb. 11, Sunday, Feb. 12 and Tuesday, Feb. 14 including freshly prepared entrees, salads, and desserts. Enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline and local landmarks or dance the night away […]

New Year’s Day Dinner Cruise 2023

hornblower cruises full moon

Time to ring in the New Year from a luxury yacht featuring a dinner cruise with a welcome glass of champagne and three-course plated dinner evening along with a toast at midnight! The two-and-a-half hour yacht dinner cruise along the Marina del Rey harbor  with City Cruises by Hornblower features an open-air outdoor deck where […]

MDR New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise

Hornblower dining cruises in Marina del Rey

Ring in the New Year with a four-hour dinner cruise in the Marina del Rey harbor including a delicious four course plated dinner with freshly prepared entrees, salads, desserts, unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water. Enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline, local landmarks, DJ entertainment and holiday décor. Board 30 minutes prior […]

New Year’s Eve Brunch Cruise

hornblower boat in marina

Say farewell to 2022 and look ahead to 2023 with a waterfront brunch cruise on a luxury yacht. The 2.5 hour cruise meanders along the Marina del Rey Harbor including a chef-prepared, buffet style, holiday dining with free-flowing champagne, sparkling cider, and mimosas with hosted soda, juice, coffee, tea and water. Enjoy spectacular views of […]

MDR Holiday Dinner Cruise

hornblower cruises full moon

Get into the holiday spirit and enjoy a two-and-a-half-hour dinner cruise on the Marina Del Rey harbor including a delicious plated dinner with freshly prepared entrees, salads, desserts, unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water. Enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline, local landmarks and onboard entertainment. Board 30 minutes prior at Fisherman’s Village. […]

MDR Christmas Day Dinner Cruise

hornblower cruises full moon

Enjoy a fun-filled holiday dinner aboard a luxury yacht on Christmas Day! Hop aboard a 2.5 hour dinner cruise in the Marina del Rey harbor including a delicious dinner buffet with freshly prepared entrees, salads, desserts, unlimited coffee, hot tea, iced tea and water. Enjoy spectacular views of the city skyline, local landmarks, DJ entertainment […]