In our last post, we learned how steam engines were adapted to propel riverboats in Europe and the United States (if you missed that post, see Where River Cruising Began: A ‘Fire Boat’ On The Saône). … [Read more...] about Paddle-Wheelers On The Mississippi, Steamboats On The Rhine & The Rise Of KD River Line
Viking’s Mississippi Cruises Are Open For Booking
Viking opened reservations to the public for its new Mississippi River cruises, which will launch in 2022. As part of a preview promised by Viking Chairman Torstein Hagen, past Viking guests have been … [Read more...] about Viking’s Mississippi Cruises Are Open For Booking
Highlights of American Queen Steamboat Company’s 2019 Brochure
American Queen Steamboat Company is pleased to announce the release of its 2019 deluxe brochure. This full-color 100-page brochure presents a comprehensive overview of itineraries and river cruise … [Read more...] about Highlights of American Queen Steamboat Company’s 2019 Brochure
The Ultimate Mississippi River Cruises with American Queen Steamboat Company
Most river cruises through the heart of the United States don’t tend to be very long. Many are a week, at best, in duration, with the odd voyage spilling over into the 10-to-12-day range. Unlike the … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Mississippi River Cruises with American Queen Steamboat Company
American Queen Steamboat Company Showcases the Culinary Diversity of America
It’s hard to talk about river cruising through any destination without mentioning the importance of regional cuisine. Local ingredients, flavors and specialties reveal much about the history and … [Read more...] about American Queen Steamboat Company Showcases the Culinary Diversity of America
The New American Duchess To Tackle The Lower Mississippi
The launch of American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC)’s newest riverboat, the American Duchess, is coming up quickly. The line is hard at work stripping the former gambling boat down to her hull, … [Read more...] about The New American Duchess To Tackle The Lower Mississippi
