American Cruise Lines News Coverage
American Cruise Lines is regularly covered in well-known national newspapers, travel magazines, and respected travel industry publications, and is often featured on local and national television. Please see below to read a selection of press coverage on American’s cruises, itineraries, awards, and new ships. American Cruise Lines explores more U.S. destinations than any other cruise company and is proud to be America’s #1 river and small ship cruise line.
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AARP
AARP Smart Guide to River Cruises
These 27 tips will make your next river cruise a once-in-a-lifetime trip.
While ocean cruises are well established, river cruising has blossomed only in the last 25 years or so. River cruises are very different from those that sail on the ocean. They’re more intimate and operate at a more leisurely pace.
Midwest Living
Sail the Great Lakes or the Mississippi River on these 9 Epic Midwest Cruises
Sure, the Midwest might not be the first place you think of when it comes to cruising. But with 11,000 miles of shoreline along the Great Lakes, the winding Mississippi and Ohio rivers, and access to both luxury cruise lines and classic riverboats, this region is quietly becoming a hub for unforgettable journeys. From right here in the Midwest, you can set sail to explore coastal towns, natural wonders and breathtaking landscapes.
The Times
This is America’s Most Beautiful River Cruise—And It’s Perfect for Autumn
Apple tastings, fall foliage and a thrilling city break in New York City make for a fun journey along the Hudson River.
USA Today
These Extra-Long Cruises Will Immerse Guests in U.S. History for Country’s 250th
The U.S. will mark its 250th birthday next year, and American Cruise Lines will celebrate by sailing extra-long itineraries to nearly every corner of the country.
The small-ship cruise line – all flagged, or registered, in the U.S. – will bring guests to national parks, battlefields and iconic waterways through five Extended Cruises, traversing the Pacific Northwest, Southeast and more.
The Maritime Executive
Please use this link to read the full January-February 2025 issue of The Maritime Executive, which includes:
Cover feature on American Cruise Lines, Pioneering and Industry (page 42)
An interview with American’s President & CEO, Charles B. Robertson (page 54)
Plus, a firsthand account of American’s Lower Mississippi River cruise, Ol’ Man River (page 24)
Travel Agent Central
American Cruise Lines President/CEO Talks Trends, New Ships and More
Now on a lightning-fast fleet growth track, American Cruise Lines (ACL) will sail with 21 small ships along U.S. rivers and coastlines in 2025. That's the largest small-ship fleet in the country and among the top three largest globally. Just this month, ACL christened its newest coastal catamaran, the 100-passenger American Legend, now sailing Florida coastal waters. In June and October 2025, ACL will also launch its first two new, 125-passenger Patriot-class vessels—American Patriot and American Pioneer.