American Cruise Lines Sail Into 2024 Visiting 125 US Ports of Call

American Cruise Lines has announced two new small ships and nine new small ship itineraries for 2024, featuring an array of new exclusive US National Parks cruises.

Next year, American’s growing fleet will cruise in 35 states on 50+ itineraries, highlighting new explorations in the nation’s most beautiful national parks along the Tennessee and Cumberland Rivers (Mississippi), the Columbia and Snake Rivers, and in Alaska.

American’s 2024 season will feature 19 small ships and riverboats visiting 125 US ports of call, including new ports from Sag Harbor, NY, to Washington, DC, to St. Petersburg and Key West, FL.

Exclusive New 2024 US National Parks Cruises

  • 18-Day Grand Alaska National Parks: includes an 11-day Alaska cruise and seven days of guided exploration in Denali and Kenai Fjords National Parks; and cruising in Glacier Bay National Park, the Inside Passage and Frederick Sound. Available from Fairbanks, AK to Juneau, AK.
  • 15-Day Alaska National Parks: includes and eight-day Alaska cruise and seven days of guided exploration in Denali and Kenai Fjords National Parks; and cruising in Glacier Bay National Park. Available from Fairbanks, AK to Juneau, AK.
  • 11-Day Great Smoky Mountains National Park: includes a cruise on the Tennessee and Cumberland rivers and two days of guided explorations in Great Smoky National Park. Available in both directions from Knoxville, TN or Nashville, TN.
  • 15-Day National Parks & Legendary Rivers: includes and eight-day cruise on the Columbia and Snake rivers and seven days of guided exploration in three national parksGlacier, Yellowstone and Grand Teton. Newly available in 2024 in both directions; Jackson, WY or Portland, OR.

In addition to these new national parks itineraries, American will also offer an array of other cruises that visit US national parks including a new eight-Day Florida Gulf Coast & Keys cruise with excursions in Dry Tortugas National Park and Everglades National Park; Puget Sound cruises with excursions in Olympic National Park and Hurricane Ridge; and three different New England cruises with excursions in Acadia National Park.

Additional New 2024 Itineraries By Region

East Coast (Northeast/Southeast): American is offering two new itineraries in the Northeast in addition to their existing line-up of fabulous New England cruises – an eight-day Downeast Maine cruise round trip from Bangor, ME, and an eight day Yankee Seaports cruise between Boston, MA and New York City. And in the Southeast, American is offering another new cruise in the Sunshine State, the eight-day Florida Gulf Coast & Keys cruise roundtrip from St. Petersburg, FL, including exploration of Dry Tortugas and Everglades National Parks.

New England
New England

On the Mississippi River & Tributaries: American is introducing a brand new longer 15-day Grand Ohio River cruise between Pittsburgh, PA and St. Louis, MO.

In the new year, American will feature 11 itineraries from the Upper to the Lower Mississippi, including exclusive new cruises exploring Mississippi tributaries and the Tennessee, Ohio and Cumberland rivers, from American’s eight-day Tennessee Rivers cruises between Chattanooga and Nashville, TN to eight-day Music Cities cruises between Memphis and Nashville, TN, as well as theme and holiday cruises throughout the year.

Mississippi River Cruises
Mississippi River Cruises

Longest-Ever US River Cruise Itineraries Sailing in 2024

In 2024, American is operating two historic cruises, the longest river cruise itineraries in US history – a 60 day Great United States cruise and a 35-day Civil War Battlefields cruise.

Each itinerary includes exploration aboard three or more of American’s small ships and riverboats.

The 60-day itinerary explores 20 US states between 16th August and 14th October, while the 35-day itinerary explores 20 civil war battlefields between 3rd May and 6th June.

New US Departure Ports for 2024

While American already offers cruises from 22 US turnaround ports, the company is pleased to offer their popular 11-day American Revolution Cruises on Chesapeake Bay, round trip from Washington DC – the only cruise line to dock in the nation’s capital in over 65 years.

In 2024, the company will also begin offering its 15-day Grand New England cruises, 11-day New England Explorer cruises and eight-day Cape Codder cruises all roundtrip from Boston, MA. American’s personalised, destination-focused cruises continue to visit only domestic ports of call along both the East and West Coasts, Alaska to Florida, and the major rivers in-between, from the Hudson to the Mississippi to the Columbia and Snake.

Columbia and Snake Rivers
Columbia and Snake Rivers

American’s New Ships in 2024

American will introduce two more 100-passenger Coastal Cats – American Liberty and American Legend – which begin cruising in June and October 2024 respectively.

They are the third and fourth in American’s ongoing 12-ship series and are slated to sail a variety of US itineraries in New England, Chesapeake Bay, the Hudson River and Florida.

These exciting new go-anywhere ships closely follow the 2023 debuts of the company’s first and second Coastal Cats, American Eagle and American Glory, which sail a variety of the line’s East Coast itineraries throughout 2024.

All 19 small ships the company will operate next year continue to accommodate just 90-180 guests.

American Cruise Lines - American Liberty
American Cruise Lines – American Liberty

What’s Included in 2024 Cruises

American’s small ship itineraries offer an all-inclusive onboard experience and feature over 400 exciting shore excursions across the country.

All cruises deliver incredible value and include complimentary onboard enrichment and entertainment, fine cuisine, wine and beer with both lunch and dinner and a festive cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres each evening.

Most ships also include complimentary alternative casual dining, breakfast room service and Starlink WiFi.

All of American’s ships and riverboats have 100% outward-facing accommodations and nearly all staterooms have private furnished balconies and full-size sliding glass doors. 2024 cruise pricing also includes port charges and fees as well as gratuities.

Many of American’s cruises also include complimentary pre-cruise hotel stays as well as extended pre-cruise packages.

For further information call American Cruise Lines on 0800 021 3172, email sales@fredrivercruises.co.uk or visit www.americancruiselines.com

Source: Kate Selley PR

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American Eagle Sets Sail from Boston: Celebrates Historic Christening on Buzzards Bay (28th August, 2023)

The christening of American Eagle - © Copyright 2023 American Cruise Lines. All rights reserved.
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American Eagle, the first American Cruise Lines’ Coastal Cat was introduced to much fanfare last week in New England. During the inaugural cruise of the company’s newest small ship, guests, cruise line executives, Massachusetts Maritime Academy captains, and local dignitaries joined together for a historic christening ceremony at the Massachusetts Maritime Academy campus on Buzzards Bay.

The christening was a nostalgic moment for Carol Robertson, wife of American Cruise Lines’ founder the late Charles A. Robertson, who served as godmother for the ship. The American Eagle is named after the first American Cruise Lines’ ship, which the couple launched in the 1970s. Robertson christened the 100-passenger American Eagle with one of her handmade, ribbon-wrapped champagne bottles, while both cruise and christening ceremony guests looked on. The ceremony began with heartfelt remarks from Robertson, followed by numerous speeches welcoming the exciting new ship. Also in attendance, was Charles B. Robertson, President and CEO of American Cruise Lines, as well as Congressman Bill Keating, captains from Massachusetts Maritime Academy, state representatives, local officials, and members of the Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce.

“American Eagle embodies our commitment to building innovative small ships for America’s rivers and coasts,” said Charles B. Robertson, President & CEO of American Cruise Lines. “It is the flagship of our new series of small Coastal Cats, which is unlike anything else available in the U.S. market. American Eagle and her sisterships will change the landscape of possibilities for amazing small ship adventures around the U.S.A.”

American Eagle’s christening cruise followed the company’s popular 8-Day Cape Codder itinerary, roundtrip from Boston, MA, also visiting: Gloucester, MA; Mass Maritime Academy, MA; Martha’s Vineyard, MA; Newport, RI; Provincetown, MA, and Plymouth, MA. The christening cruise also highlighted American’s inaugural visit to Plymouth, MA, a new regular stop along the itinerary. For the remainder of the 2023 season, American Eagle will continue sailing the company’s Cape Codder itinerary, as well as Maine Coast & Harbors cruises roundtrip from Portland, ME; and Historic South & Golden Isles cruises operating between Charleston, SC, and Amelia Island, FL.

Accommodating just 100 guests, American Eagle features 4 decks and a unique catamaran bow. The new Coastal Cat offers elegant interior design and private balcony accommodations. American Eagle also offers a beautiful top deck for amazing views, comfortable lounges both inside and out, a main restaurant, casual café, and fitness center.

American Eagle is the first in American Cruise Lines’ new 12-ship series of 100-passenger Coastal Cats. The 2nd in the series, American Glory, is scheduled to begin cruising this November and will be followed by American Liberty and American Legend in 2024.

A virtual 360-degree tour of American Eagle and the company’s new Coastal Cats is available here: American Cruise Lines Virtual Coastal Cat Tour. Ship photos and tours are available at all times on the company’s main website under the “ships” tab.

Source: American Cruise Line Media Center

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American Cruise Lines – American Eagle Passes Sea Trials (Guilford, CT 1st August, 2023)

The 1st of 12 New American Cruise Lines Coastal Cats passes Sea Trials.

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American Eagle, has passed Sea Trials with flying colors. American Cruise Lines accepted delivery of the 100-passenger small ship from Chesapeake Shipbuilding on-time as scheduled. American Eagle is the 1st of 12 new Coastal Cats planning to be built at Chesapeake Shipbuilding. The next four ships are already under construction for delivery over the next year. The new boat is the first in its class and the namesake of their first vessel in 1972.

American Eagle is already on its way to Massachusetts, where it will embark on its first passenger cruise.
The new ship will sail a slate of 100% U.S. itineraries along the East Coast which will blend the luxury of
river cruising with the access and adventure of expedition cruising. American Eagle’s first cruise is
scheduled to depart August 14th, 2023, following the Line’s popular 8-Day Cape Codder itinerary, round
trip from Boston, MA.

“American Eagle embodies our continued commitment to building new small ships to explore America’s
rivers and coasts,” said Charles B. Robertson, President & CEO of American Cruise Lines. “It is the
flagship in American Cruise Lines new series of small Coastal Cats, which are unlike anything else
available in the U.S. market. American Eagle and her sister ships will change the landscape of
possibilities for small ship adventures around the U.S.A.”

Introduced just a few months after American Serenade, the company’s 6th new modern riverboat,
American Eagle is a testament to the Line’s market leadership. American’s small ship fleet has continued
to expand year after year with ground-breaking small ship designs and unprecedented accommodations
for small ships. The company plans to introduce the 2nd new Coastal Cat in the series, American Glory, in
November 2023.

Accommodating just 100 guests, American Eagle features 4 decks and showcases a new catamaran bow.
The new Coastal Cat offers elegant interior design and private balcony accommodations, including
spacious Single and Double-Occupancy Staterooms as well as Suites. American Eagle also offers a
beautiful top deck for amazing views, comfortable lounges both inside and out, a main restaurant,
casual café, and fitness center.

A virtual 360-degree tour of American Eagle and the company’s new Coastal Cats is available here:
Virtual Coastal Cat Tour. Ship photos and tours are available at all times on the
company’s main website under the “ships” tab.

Source: American Cruise Lines Media Center

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