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5 Reasons to Cruise with American Queen Steamboat Company

Image: PHOTO: American Queen. (photo courtesy of American Queen Steamboat Company)
Image: PHOTO: American Queen. (photo courtesy of American Queen Steamboat Company)
Patrick Clarke
by Patrick Clarke
Last updated: 7:00 PM ET, Mon January 7, 2019

American Queen Steamboat Company has got big plans for 2019, including longer cruises and new themed sailings.

If you're still searching for a reason to experience America's rivers and the sites that were pivotal in shaping the nation with the award-winning river cruise operator, consider these five:

All-American Company

American Queen Steamboat Company's entire fleet is U.S.-built and flagged and features an all-American crew providing sensational service and warm hospitality at every turn to ensure only the most memorable journey through U.S. history and nature.

What's more, The Passenger Vessel Association recognizes American Queen Steamboat Company as a member of its Green WATERS Program for its dedication and commitment toward a cleaner, greener marine environment.

Regionally Inspired Fine Dining

American Queen Steamboat Company's celebrated chefs draw inspiration from the rivers and surrounding cities they cruise, serving up exceptional meals ranging from piping hot beignets to bananas foster French toast.

Guests will enjoy stellar cuisine featuring only the finest, local ingredients from breakfast through dinner. Other highlights include complimentary cappuccino, espresso, bottled water and soft drinks as well as complimentary beer and wine with dinner.

Broadway Caliber Entertainment and Enrichment

Stay entertained throughout with special guest performances by sensational local artists each evening, including noted speakers and historians who will transport you back in time with a famous river tale or two.

Meanwhile, guests sailing aboard the American Queen will experience amazing revues, cabaret, jazz and blues and six-piece orchestra, among other impressive showcases.

Comprehensive, Guided Shore Excursions

Guided shore excursions allow guests to dive deeper into the captivating cities along their cruise route via American Queen Steamboat Company's fleet of Hop-On-Hop-Off river coaches. Passengers will also enjoy narrated tours and selected admissions to historical and cultural sites and attractions along the river.

Each guest receives a map of the Hop-On-Hop-Off route and its numbered stops. Just show your boat ID at each stop with a red star and admission is included.

Premium shore excursions are also available for an additional charge.

Authentic Paddlewheel Riverboats

American Queen Steamboat Company guests will experience authentic paddlewheel riverboats, including the American Queen, which is the largest steamship ever built (longer than a football field).

The 166-passenger American Duchess is the newest all-suite paddlewheeler cruising U.S. rivers while the American Empress is the largest and most elegant steamship navigating the Pacific Northwest.

Right now, travelers can earn up to $500 air credit per person on select 2019 voyages aboard the American Queen and American Duchess.

For more information about the American Queen Steamboat Company and how to save on a 2019 river cruise, contact your travel agent or visit their website here.


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Patrick Clarke

Patrick Clarke

Senior Editor

A Maryland native and wanderer who has lived across the U.S. from North Carolina to SoCal, Patrick Clarke graduated from Towson University with a B.S. in journalism. He previously worked for Bleacher

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