Four former river cruise vessels that plied U.S. waters with American Queen Voyages (AQV) have been acquired by American Cruise Lines.
Says a spokesperson for American Cruise Lines: “American Cruise Lines is pleased to be the successful bidder for AQV’s river vessels. We look forward to announcing additional details after this portion of the Hornblower Holdings bankruptcy process concludes.”
As you might recall, Hornblower Group put AQV up for sale this past February. The river cruise vessels that ACL successfully bid on are: American Queen, American Duchess, American Countess and American Empress.
American Cruise Lines — Summer Season in New England
For clients want to explore their own backyard this summer, American Cruise Lines is offering a season of New England cruises—the only coastal itineraries in the region that visit only U.S. ports of call.
On these exclusive sailings, most guests can leave their passports at home and explore the region’s picturesque coastlines, islands, historic ports and seaside villages, just as they would along one of the company’s domestic river cruises.
American’s 2024 New England season features six small ships, including three new
Coastal Cats, sailing a selection of 8 to 15-day itineraries, including brand-new Yankee Seaports cruises between Boston, MA, and New York City, and new Hudson River Summer Classic cruises, roundtrip from New York City.
American’s coastal itineraries throughout New England are the only overnight cruise explorations that remain fully in the U.S.A. throughout the entire journey. Calling on over 20 New England ports from May through September, American’s small ships operate like river cruises, docking in the heart of each destination along every itinerary.
Guests enjoy scenic views from private balcony staterooms, authentic lobster bakes, and guided shoreside experiences.
For more information, visit americancruiselines.com.
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