Small Ship Cruising -- American Cruise Lines
United States Rivers and Coastal Waterways
East Coast, South, Florida
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American Cruise Lines is one of the elite small ship cruising companies with an Onboard Experience that is sure to please.

They operate four unique vessels: 
The American Spirit:   2010 Schedule
The American Star             2010 Schedule
The American Glory          2010 Schedule
The American Eagle                 2010 Schedule
The American Independence   2010 Schedule

Deck Plans and Pricing

Stateroom and Lounge Photos

True to its name, this cruise line sails on the smooth inland rivers and intercoastal waterways of the United States of America. 

Ships are new and fully comply with the new USA safety regulations.

Because the ships are small, with no more than 104 passengers, they are able to offer unique personalized voyages.  The ambiance is intimate, relaxing, and gracious.

The ships visit quaint villages along the historic east USA coast, charming Southern towns, and vibrant Florida cities.  There is an emphasis on history, culture, and the natural beauty of the United States.  Lecturers, authors, historians, and wildlife experts treat guests to behind the scenes tours and provide area information during the cruise. Interesting, norminal cost tours are available in each town visited.

Dining is an event all guests look forward to.  In the spacious dining room, every table overlooks the water.  Meals are informal.  Don't like to dress for dinner -- you'll love the resort casual attire.  Food is purchased from ports of call so it is always fresh, and it is always cooked to order.

Tastefully designed staterooms are all ocean view, spacious (over 200 square feet), and comfortable.  Each room has 2 twin beds or a king bed, a large picture window and/or balcony, private bath, hair dryer,  remote-controlled satellite TV, individual climate control, writing desk, full-length mirror, spacious closet, dresser, and twice-daily service by an all American crew.

Maine Coast & Harbors
The Main Coast and Harbor Itinerary is perfect for small ship cruises with its magnificent coastal bays, rivers, and island passages. Guests are treated to magnificent natural sites that also feature historic forts, lighthouses, quaint fishing villages, and a multitude of wildlife.  The Maine coast is filled with picturesque islands which are a gorgeous sight as your ship winds through narrow passages.

Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1:  Bangor -- Cruise to Bucksport.
Day 2:  Cruise to Bar Harbor
Day 3:  Bar Harbor
Day 4:  Rockland
Day 5:  Castine
Day 6:  Camden
Day 7:  Belfast
Day 8:  Return to Bangor
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Historic Antebellum South
American Cruise Lines visits stately historical towns in the antebellum south.  The elegance and charm of Charleston, SC; Beaufort, SC; Hilton Head Island; Savannah, GA; St. Simons Island, GA; Jekyll Island; and Amelia Island have beckoned history buffs, romantic travelers, and wildlife enthusiasts for years.

Now, cruise guests can visit all these charming river and beach towns in one visit and in an elegant, comfortable style -- never having to pack more than one time.   Leave the highways behind as you glide through nature filled rivers to experience the old south.

Day-By-Day Itinerary (or reverse):
Day 1: Charleston, SC
Day 2: Beaufort, SC
Day 3: Daufuskie Island / Hilton Head Island
Day 4: Savannah, GA
Day 5: St. Simons Island, GA
Day 6: Amelia Island, FL
Day 7: Jacksonville, FL
American Cruise Lines New England Islands itinerary brings you the heritage of America like no other cruise line.  Visit the quaint fishing village of New Bedford and Nantucket with their historic whaling heritage. See the Victorian homes on Martha's Vineyard. Historians will enjoy the famous battleship, Massachusetts, and nature lovers will enjoy hiking the trails on Block Island. 

Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1:  Providence, RI cruising to New Bedford, MA
Day 2:  New Bedford, MA
Day 3:  Nantucket Island
Day 4:  Martha's Vineyard
Day 5:  Bristol, RI / Fall River, MA
Day 6:  Newport, RI
Day 7:  Block Island, RI
Day 8:  Return to Providence, RI
New England Islands
Chesapeake Bay
Chesapeake Bay is steeped in colonial history. Baltimore's Inner Harbor will remind you of days gone by as you gaze upon schooners, and Baltimore Clippers.  Williamsburg is America's premier living history site. See quaint fishing villages where residents have lived off the sea for centuries.  Cambridge is a perfectly preserved slice of history.  Nature lovers will enjoy the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge.  Like to shop?  Then you'll love the boutiques and shops in St. Michaels -- and history buffs will delight in the Chesapeake Maritime Museum with its numerous maritime exhibits.  Annapolis has been an icon of American history for over 200 years.

Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1:  Baltimore, MD cruising to Williamsburg, VA
Day 2:  Williamsburg, VA
Day 3:  Crisfield/Tangier Island/Solomons Island, MD
Day 4:  Cambridge, MD
Day 5:  Oxford, MD
Day 6:  St. Michaels, MD
Day 7:  Annapolis, MD
Day 8:  Baltimore MD Return
Hudson River Fall Foliage
Cruise along a river passageway that has remained virtually untouched since the seventeenth century.  The Hudson River flows for over 300 miles from the mountains of upstate New York to the New York City harbor.  Historians will love walking on the grounds of historic West Point and viewing the West Point Museum. Kingston was once a popular Dutch trading post and many historic homes still stand.  As you cruise along the river, you'll be amazed at Vanderbilt's magnificent estate and "Springwood," the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, as well as many other grand, stately homes perched on towering cliffs. But, the main attraction is the beautiful fall colors of gold, crimson, and orange.

Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1:  Depart New York City, cruise to West Point, NY
Day 2:  Catskill, NY
Day 3:  Albany, NY
Day 4:  Kingston, NY
Day 5:  Sleepy Hollow, NY
Day 6:  Hudson River Cruising
Day 7:  New York City Return
Mid-Atlantic Inland Passage
Cruising along the Intracoastal Waterway is an enchanting experience with stops in the 400 year-old seaport of Norfolk, Oriental with its 18th century colonial homes, Morehead and Beaufort with history and homes dating back to the 1700's, the alluring shops and museums of Wilmington, the excitement of Myrtle Beach, and stately Charleston. This cruise offers something for everyone.

Day-By-Day Itinerary (or reverse):
Day 1:  Baltimore, MD cruising through Chesapeake Bay
Day 2:  Norfolk, VA
Day 3:  Oriental, NC
Day 4:  Morehead City / Beaufort, NC
Day 5:  Wilmington, NC
Day 6:  Myrtle Beach, SC
Day 7:  Charleston, SC
Day 8:  Charleston Disembark
Great Rivers of Florida
Cruise down the north-flowing St. John's River, which was selected as one of 14 American Heritage Rivers in the United States.  The cruise travels through the heart of the Ocala National Forest, teaming with wildlife such as bald eagles, great white herons, alligators, and the Florida panther.  Palatka was once known as "The Gem of the St. John's", and Ravine Gardens State Park is still stunning with over 100,000 azaleas and other subtropical plants.  The cruise  also visits Green Cove Springs, home to a cool mineral springs, shimmering lakes, and beautiful forests.  St. Augustine, established in 1565, is America's oldest surviving European settlement.  Finally, Amelia Island features a lovely historical center with St. Peter's Episcopal Church and 16 blocks of restored 19th century Victorian homes and shops.

Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1:  Depart Jacksonville Area
Day 2:  St. John's River, Cruise to Palatka, FL
Day 3:  Palatka / Lake George, FL (Ocala National Forest)
Day 4:  Green Cove Springs, FL
Day 5:  St. Augustine, FL
Day 6:  Cruise to Tolomato River
Day 7:  Amelia Island, FL
Day 8:  Return Jacksonville, FL
East Coast Inland Passage
This American Cruise Lines majestic cruise of the east coast takes you through the entire eastern coastal waterway system of connecting rivers, bays, and canals from Baltimore, MD to Jacksonville, FL. 

Day-By-Day Itinerary:
Day 1:  Depart Baltimore, MD and cruise to Norfolk, VA
Day 2:  Norfolk, VA
Day 3:  Oriental, NC
Day 4:  Morehead City, NC
Day 5:  Wilmington, NC
Day 6:  Myrtle Beach, NC
Day 7:  Cruise to Charleston, SC
Day 8:  Charleston, SC
Day 9:  Beaufort, SC
Day 10: Daufuskie Island and Hilton Head, SC
Day 11: Savannah, GA
Day 12: St Simons Island, GA
Day 13: Jekyll Island, GA
Day 14: Amelia Island, FL
Day 15: Jacksonville, FL
American Star
2010 Schedule

Sail Date     Itinerary
Apr 03         7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Apr 04         7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Apr 10         7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
Apr 17         7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Apr 24         7N  Jacksonville, FL         Great Rivers of Florida
May 01        14N  Jacksonville, FL       East Coast Inland Passage
May 01        7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
May 08        7N  Charleston, SC          Mid Atlantic Inland Passage
May 15        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
May 22        6N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
May 30        6N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Jun 05         6N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Jun 13         6N  Bangor, ME               Maine Coast & Harbors
Jun 19         7N  Bangor, ME               Maine Coast & Harbors
Jun 26         7N  Bangor, ME               Maine Coast & Harbors
Jul 03          7N  Bangor, ME               Maine Coast & Harbors
Jul 10          7N  Bangor, ME               Maine Coast & Harbors
Jul 17          7N  Bangor, ME               Maine Coast & Harbors
Jul 24          7N  Bangor, ME               Maine Coast & Harbors
Jul 31          7N  Bangor, ME               Maine Coast & Harbors
Aug 07         7N  Bangor, ME              Maine Coast & Harbors
Aug 14         7N  Bangor, ME              Maine Coast & Harbors
Aug 21         7N  Bangor, ME              Maine Coast & Harbors
Aug 28         7N  Bangor, ME              Maine Coast & Harbors
Sept 04        7N  Bangor, ME              Maine Coast & Harbors
Sept 11        7N  Bangor, ME              Maine Coast & Harbors
Sept 18        7N  Bangor, ME              Maine Coast & Harbors
Sept 25        6N  Bangor, ME              Maine Coast & Harbors
Oct 03         6N  Providence, RI           Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 09         7N  New York City, NY     Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 16         6N  New York City, NY     Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 24         6N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Oct 30         7N  Baltimore, MD           Mid Atlantic Inland Passage
Oct 30         14N  Baltimore, MD         East Coast Inland Passage
Nov 06         7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Nov 13         7N  St. Augustine, FL      Great Rivers of Florida
Nov 20         7N  Sanford, FL (Orlando area)  Great Rivers of Florida
Nov 27         7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
Dec 04         7N  Charleston, SC         Historic Antebellum South
Dec 11         7N  Jacksonville, FL        Historic Antebellum South
Dec 23         7N  Charleston, SC         Historic Antebellum South
Dec 30         7N  Jacksonville, FL        Historic Antebellum South

American Spirit
2010 Schedule

Sail Date     Itinerary
Feb 27         7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Mar 06         7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
Mar 13         7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Mar 20         7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
Mar 27         7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Apr 03          7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
Apr 10          7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Apr 17          7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
Apr 24          7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
May 01         7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
May 08         7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
May 15         7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
May 15        14N  Jacksonville, FL        East Coast Inland Passage
May 22         7N  Charleston, SC          Mid Atlantic Inland Passage
May 29         7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jun 05          7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jun 12          6N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jun 20          6N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Jun 26          7N Providence, RI            New England Islands
Jul 03           7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Jul 10           7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Jul 17           7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Jul 24           7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Jul 31           7N Providence, RI            New England Islands
Aug 07         7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Aug 14         7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Aug 21         7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Aug 28         7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Sept 04        7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Sept 11        7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Sept 18        7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Sept 25        7N  Providence, RI           New England Islands
Oct 02          7N  Providence, RI          Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 09          7N  New York City, NY    Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 16          7N  New York City, NY    Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 23          6N  New York City, NY    Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 31          6N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Nov 06         14N  Baltimore, MD          East Coast Inland Passage
Nov 06         7N  Baltimore, MD            Mid Atlantic Inland Passage
Nov 13         7N  Charleston, SC           Historic Antebellum South
Nov 20         7N  Jacksonville, FL          Historic Antebellum South
Nov 27         7N  Charleston, SC           Historic Antebellum South
Dec 04         7N  St. Augustine, FL       Great Rivers of Florida
Dec 11         7N  Sanford, FL (Orlando area)  Great Rivers of Florida
Dec 23         7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
Dec 30         7N Charleston, SC           Historic Antebellum South

American Glory
2010 Schedule

Sail Date     Itinerary
Feb 13  7N  Jacksonville, FL        Great Rivers of Florida
Feb 20  7N  Jacksonville, FL        Great Rivers of Florida
Feb 27  7N  Jacksonville, FL        Great Rivers of Florida
Mar 06  7N  Jacksonville, FL        Great Rivers of Florida
Mar 13  7N  Jacksonville, FL        Great Rivers of Florida
Mar 20  7N  Jacksonville, FL        Great Rivers of Florida
Mar 27  7N  Jacksonville, FL        Historic Antebellum South
Apr 03  7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Apr 10  7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
Apr 17  7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
Apr 24  7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
May 01        7N  Charleston, SC          Historic Antebellum South
May 08        14N Jacksonville, FL        East Coast Inland Passage
May 08        7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic Antebellum South
May 15        7N  Charleston, SC          Mid Atlantic Inland Passage
May 22        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
May 29        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jun 05         6N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jun 13         6N  Providence, RI            New England Islands
Jun 19         7N  Providence, RI            New England Islands
Jun 26         7N  Providence, RI            New England Islands
Jul 03          7N  Providence, RI            New England Islands
Jul 10          7N  Providence, RI            New England Islands
Jul 17          7N  Providence, RI            New England Islands
Jul 24          10N  Providence, RI          Grand New England
Aug 04        10N  Bangor, ME              Grand New England
Aug 14        10N  Providence, RI          Grand New England
Aug 25        10N  Bangor, ME              Grand New England
Sept 04       10N  Providence, RI          Grand New England
Sept 14       10N  Bangor, ME              Grand New England
Sept 25       7N  New York City, NY     Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 02         7N  New York City, NY     Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 09         7N  New York City, NY     Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 23         6N  New York City, NY     Hudson River Fall Foliage
Oct 31         6N  Baltimore, MD            Chesapeake Bay
Nov 06         14N  Baltimore, MD          East Coast Inland Passage
Nov 06         7N  Baltimore, MD            Mid Atlantic Inland Passage
Nov 13         7N  Charleston, SC           Historic Antebellum South
Nov 20         7N  Jacksonville, FL          Historic Antebellum South
Nov 27         7N  Charleston, SC           Historic Antebellum South
Dec 04        7N  Jacksonville, FL          Historic Antebellum South
Dec 11        7N  Charleston, SC           Historic Antebellum South
Dec 23        7N  Jacksonville, FL          Historic Antebellum South
Dec 30        7N  Charleston, SC           Historic Antebellum South

American Eagle
2010 Schedule

Sail Date     Itinerary
Jun 26        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jul 03         7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jul 10         7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jul 17         7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jul 24         7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Jul 31         7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Aug 07       7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Aug 14       7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Aug 21       7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Aug 28       7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Sept 04      7N Baltimore, MD            Chesapeake Bay
Sept 11      7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Sept 18      7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Sept 25      7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Oct 02        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Oct 09        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Oct 16        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Oct 23        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Oct 30        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Nov 06        7N  Baltimore, MD           Chesapeake Bay
Nov 13       14N  Baltimore, MD          East Coast Inland Passage
Nov 13        7N  Baltimore, MD          Mid Atlantic Inland Passage
Nov 20        7N  Charleston, SC         Historic Antebellum South

Sample Stateroom Layout
American Cruise Lines:  Ship -- American Spirit
Onboard Experience

A personalized experience awaits you on an American Cruise Lines ship, with one crew member for each 2 passengers.  Less people also allows for more satisfying daily activities since there are less persons on shore excursions and there can be more one-on-one time with naturalists and historians.

An all American crew makes communication more simple and cruising on American rivers and waterways means no passports are required.

Corporations like to book cruises on American ships because the meetings can be deducted on their taxes.

Naturalists & Historians:  Carefully selected “enlighteners”- naturalists, historians, and other experts – to join you onboard to enhance your cruise experience. During informal lectures, open discussions and activities, they bring the local history, nature and culture alive with their knowledge and passion for American heritage. They also lead shore excursions, giving guests behind-the-scenes tours of some of America’s best-kept secrets and favorite treasures.

Onboard Activities:  Evening activities and entertainment onboard are just as unique as the ports visited, and include lectures, guest musicians from the local towns, demonstrations, minor theatrical performances and games. Each activity is rich in history and culture, and is designed to highlight the areas visited. You’ll find the absence of casinos, glitzy shows and discos to be much appreciated. The library and numerous lounges found on each vessel are ideal for curling up with a good book, and the observation decks serve as perfect vista points for the passing scenery and wildlife.

Dining Experience:  The dining experience with American Cruise Lines is a very special one. Each ship has a spacious dining salon that seats all passengers at one time. Highly skilled chefs trained at the some of the most prestigious Culinary Institutes prepare each meal to order with the utmost care and quality. There are a variety of choices at every meal that frequently include a specialty dish highlighting flavors from the local region. The young, all-American dining room staff is always friendly and accommodating, and eager to pamper you, making sure that your dining experience is just the way you like it.
Grand New England

Discover the majestic seafaring heritage of coastal towns and quaint island villages on the 10-night Grand New England Odyssey. Your elegant small ship will dock in the heart of each historic harbor, amidst working boats and luxurious private yachts. Steps away you'll find whaling and maritime museums, scenic bluffs and beaches, cobblestone streets and unique shops.

By meticulously selecting the most captivating ports of call from southern New England to Maine,  this epic cruise invites you to discover America's birthplace and savor the local cuisine, from the succulent lobsters of the Penobscot Bay and a warm slice of fresh blueberry pie, to the best chowders of Nantucket.

Your one-way journey begins either in Providence, RI or Bangor, ME and harbor hops along the historic coastline to such legendary destinations of Bar Harbor, Martha's Vineyard, Rockland, Nantucket and Camden, to name a few. You'll linger in these summer paradises, with plenty of opportunity to explore on your own or participate in shore excursions led by guides whose expertise is informed by generations of native lore and a passion for the past. As you cruise through the Cape Cod Canal and sail around the islets that skirt the coast of Maine you'll want to keep a lookout for the whales, seals and puffins that frequent New England's northern waters.

From beautifully preserved historic districts to the enticing delights of small shops and farm markets, to the breathtaking natural splendor of national parks, your cruise will leave you with enduring, resonant recollections of this wonderful corner of America.

Itinerary:
Day 1:  Providence, RI
Day 2:  Nantucket, MA
Day 3:  Martha's Vineyard, MA
Day 4:  Portland, ME
Day 5:  Boothbay Harbor, ME
Day 6:  Bar Harbor, ME
Day 7:  Rockland, ME
Day 8:  Camden, ME
Day 9:  Belfast, ME
Day 10:  Bangor, ME
NOTE:  Itineraries Subject To Change
Itineraries Subject To Change

Photos Courtesy Of American Cruise Lines
American Star  & American Spirit Deck Plan
American Glory Deck Plan
What Is Included In An American Cruise Lines Cruise?
  • Large accommodations over 220 square feet
  • Delectable dining, including wine with lunch & dinner
  • Snacks
  • Soft drinks
  • Complimentary cocktail party each evening
  • Naturatlist and Historian
  • Low key entertainment with lecturers, guitarist, etc.
American Eagle Deck Plan
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American Independence
2010 Schedule

Sail Date    Itinerary
June 12 7N    Baltimore, MD         Chesapeake Bay  
June 23        10N   Providence, RI         Grand New England
July 3           7N    Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
July 10          7N   Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
July 17          7N   Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
July 24          7N   Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
July 31          7N   Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
August 7       7N   Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
August 14     7N   Portland, ME            Maine Coast & Harbors
August 21     7N   Portland, ME            Maine Coast & Harbors
August 28     7N   Portland, ME            Maine Coast & Harbors
Sept 4           7N  Portland, ME            Maine Coast & Harbors
Sept 11         7N   Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
Sept 18         7N   Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
Sept 25         6N   Portland, ME           Maine Coast & Harbors
October 3      6N   New York City, NY   Hudson River
October 9      7N   New York City, NY   Hudson River
October 16,   7N   New York City, NY   Hudson River
October 24    6N   Baltimore, MD          Chesapeake Bay
October 30    7N    Baltimore, MD         Mid-Atlantic Inland Passage
October 30    14N  Baltimore, MD         East Coast Inland Passage
Nov 6            7N   Charleston, SC         Historic South & Golden Isles
Nov 13          7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic South & Golden Isles
Nov 20          7N   Charleston, SC         Historic South & Golden Isles
Nov 27          7N  Jacksonville, FL         Historic South & Golden Isles
Dec 4           7N  Charleston, SC          Historic South & Golden Isles
Dec 11         7N Jacksonville, FL          Historic South & Golden Isles 
Dec 19          7N Charleston, SC          Historic South & Golden Isles
Dec 26          7 Jacksonville, FL           Historic South & Golden Isles

Standard Ship Features

  • Oversized staterooms – largest in industry
  • Most with private balconies
  • Flat screen satellite TV and DVD players in all staterooms
  • Wireless internet access shipwide
  • Hairdryers in all staterooms
  • Individual climate control in all staterooms
  • 4 decks / elevators to all decks
  • 4 oversized lounges
  • Large, glass-enclosed single seating dining salon
  • Designed and built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp., Salisbury, MD
  • United States registry
  • Variety of 6-, 7- and 14-night cruise itineraries
The New American Independence

This ship is larger than the American Spirit, the American Star, the American Glory and the American Eagle.  Therefore, the interior areas -- including staterooms and balconies are more spacious and deluxe.  It is also fully stabilized with Rolls Royce stabilizers.  While United States rivers offer smooth sailing, these stabilizers will allow the vessel to sail, comfortably, to even more fascinating destinations.
New Ship:  Queen of the West