American Cruise Lines
For passengers who are well traveled, but ever curious, sophisticated but informal, American Cruise Lines offers experiences to suit their style. Their thirty-five distinct itineraries include visits to the most amazing destinations in the United States from coast to coast. Culturally enriching shore excursions allow passengers to explore the region in depth. From the most cosmopolitan cities to remote islands nestled along the shore, passengers get a unique perspective on the area as they're guided by expert naturalists and historians.
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American Cruise Lines Ships
American Cruise Lines Overview
American Cruise Lines combines spectacular destinations and the newest and best small ship experiences in the cruise industry to create an unforgettable journey. Explore places inaccessible to traditional cruise ships in a comfortable atmosphere not found on other cruises. American Cruise Lines small ships offer unique personalized voyages for travelers seeking the exceptional.
American Cruise Lines offers the newest and most environmentally friendly ships, and the largest fleet of small cruise ships in America, including two authentic paddle wheelers. With no more than 140 guests on board, the ships provide smooth travel and offer a perspective larger ships cannot. Each ship was built in the U.S. and is flagged in the U.S. with an all-American crew.
Standard Ship Features
- Oversized staterooms largest in industry with hotel-sized bathrooms
- Most staterooms with private balconies
- Wireless internet access shipwide
- 4 decks
- Elevators to all decks
- 4 oversized lounges
- Exercise equipment
- Large, glass-enclosed single seating fine dining salon
- Complimentary cocktail hour each evening
- Complimentary beer and wine with lunch and dinner
- Designed and built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding Corp, Salisbury, MD
- United States registry
- All-American crew
American Cruise Lines brings you the best of America, up close, to places of natural beauty and cultural and historical significance. Sail through protected waterways, sheltered harbors and magnificent rivers while enjoying some of the best scenery the United States has to offer. And with departure points around the U.S. you can leave your passport at home.
- Maine Coast & Harbors
- New England & Islands
- Hudson River
- Potomac and Tidewaters
- Chesapeake Bay
- Mid-Atlantic Inland Passage
- Southern U.S.
- Mississippi River including Ohio and Cumberland Rivers
- Great Rivers of Florida
- Columbia & Snake Rivers
- Alaska's Inside Passage
American Cruise Lines Accommodations
Your spacious stateroom is a comfortable haven and the perfect place to relax and unwind. Enjoy the ever-changing scenery from your large, opening picture window or from your private balcony. Each stateroom is more than 200 square feet and tastefully designed with your comfort and convenience in mind. All staterooms offer interior entrances and include the following amenities:
- Twin or King-Sized Bed
- Large Opening Picture Window
- Private Balconies
- Twice-Daily Stateroom Service
- Remote-Controlled Satellite TV with DVD Player
- Internet Access
- Individual Climate Control System
- Writing Desk and Stationery
- Hair Dryer
- Spacious Closet
- Four-Drawer Dressers and Night Tables
- 110-Volt Outlets
American Cruise Lines Dining
American Cruise Lines makes it a top priority to offer a first-class dining experience at every meal. Expect exceptional cuisine prepared by chefs who have extensive culinary credentials and training from some of the most prestigious culinary institutes. The all-American crew offers an outstanding level of service to make the most discerning passenger's journey memorable and relaxing. Dining onboard is informal, dress is resort casual, and seating is unassigned and served in the glass-enclosed dining room, where every seat offers a panoramic view. Using only the freshest ingredients, menus are inspired by regional and local specialties. Complimentary beer and wine are served with lunch and dinner. Plus, each evening before dinner, passengers are invited to mingle and share their days' adventures over complimentary cocktails and hors d'oeuvres.
American Cruise Lines Kids & Teens
While children are welcome on board, American Cruise Line ships do not offer facilities and programming. However, the educational immersion into American history is a wonderful experience for kids of all ages.
American Cruise Lines Onboard Activities & Entertainment
Activities are designed to highlight the cruise destinations you will visit, including guest lecturers, local musicians, demonstrations, minor theatrical performances and games. Examples include a performance by a fife and drum corps on Chesapeake Bay, a visit from a local lobsterman in Maine or a visit from costumed antebellum characters in the historic south. Activities are as rich in history and culture as the ports themselves.
There are no glitzy shows or casinos, instead American Cruise Lines offers a refreshingly casual atmosphere, with an intimate ambience that is perfect for congenial camaraderie with fellow passengers and quiet relaxation. Open decks and glassed-in observation lounges allow for the enjoyment of passing scenery and wildlife, and a well-stocked library provides reading material and videos focusing on the areas to be visited.
In order to enhance your cruise experience, American Cruise Lines invites carefully selected experts. Through informal lectures, open discussions and activities, they bring local history, nature and culture alive with their knowledge and passion for American heritage. These enlighteners, naturalists and historians also lead shore excursions while in port, to give guests behind the scenes tours of some of Americans best-kept secrets and favorite treasures. Not only will you find knowledge in these experts, but a friend as well.
American Cruise Lines Past Guests
The Eagle Society program was created as a way to recognize and reward American Cruise Lines' most loyal guests. Members receive special benefits, unique offers and enhanced personalized service to enrich their cruising experience.
