American Cruise Lines has announced that American Liberty, the third new Coastal Cat in the company’s groundbreaking series of 100-passenger ships, was christened in Newport, Rhode Island last week.
The celebration took place on a glorious sunny day at Fort Adams State Park, where all of American’s small ships dock when visiting Newport.
American Liberty was visiting the historic seaside town along its inaugural cruise with guests, sailing one of the line’s most popular summer itineraries, a New England Islands cruise roundtrip from Providence, Rhode Island.
American Liberty’s christening celebration included cruise guests, community members, officials from Sail Newport and Fort Adams State Park, and a small group of American’s executives and crew members.
Charles B Robertson, president & CEO of American Cruise Lines, spoke as did American Liberty’s godmother, Clare Harington, vice commodore of the New York Yacht Club. Brad Read, executive director of Sail Newport and Lauren Carson, Rhode Island state representative, also spoke at the event, both commending American Cruise Lines for its steadfast commitment to sustainable cruising and the company’s continuous introduction of new, environmentally friendly small ships.
Musical trio, The Victory Belles, were also on hand to entertain guests with patriotic music as everyone gathered on the ship’s top deck for the official blessing and ceremonial bottle smash.
The christening was followed by a traditional New England lobster bake at Fort Adams State Park where guests enjoyed a discussion and live demonstration of the region’s ancient Native American cooking process.
“We are honoured to be able to host this event in Fort Adams State Park with our fantastic partners from the community and Sail Newport. We are especially honoured to have vice commodore Clare Harington of the New York Yacht Club serve as godmother of American Liberty. We look forward to further developing our longtime partnerships in Newport and many other historic coastal towns along the Eastern Seaboard,” said Charles B Robertson, president & CEO of American Cruise Lines.
American Liberty’s Newport celebration follows the christenings of series flagship, American Eagle, in Buzzard’s Bay, Massachusetts (August 2023) and American Glory’s christening in Key West, Florida (November 2023). American Cruise Lines 4th new Coastal Cat, American Legend, is scheduled to begin sailing in November 2024.
American Liberty will continue operating the company’s New England island cruises into September followed by a mix of the line’s exclusive East Coast itineraries from Hudson River Fall Foliage cruises roundtrip from NYC, to popular Historic South & Golden Isles cruises between Charleston, South Carolina and Amelia Island, Florida (November 2024 through spring 2025).
Because of American’s innovative new ships and expanding array of domestic itineraries across the country, demand for the company’s specialised cruise experiences continues to grow.
Unlike any other cruise line operating in the USA, all of American’s coastal itineraries operate just like river cruises, sailing in sight of land and visiting only US ports of call. The company has introduced 19 of the 22 US-built cruise ships launched over the past two decades. American Liberty is part of the company’s ongoing Project Blue Series – a series of 12 new small ships.
Like its sister ships, American Liberty accommodates just 100 guests, features four decks and a unique catamaran bow.
The Coastal Cat also offers elegant interior design, private balcony accommodations, a beautiful top deck for amazing views, comfortable lounges both inside and out, a main restaurant and casual café, and a walking track and fitness centre, unusual amenities for small ships.
2025 prices start from £6,299 per person for the Historic South & Golden Isles cruise from Charleston to Amelia Island departing 28th February 2025.
Price includes return international flights, overseas transfers, a one-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Charleston and the seven-night cruise. For further information call Fred. Holidays, American Cruise Line’s preferred booking agent, on 0800 021 3172, email sales@fredrivercruises.co.uk or visit www.americancruiselines.com
Source: Kate Selley PR
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