Paddle-Wheelers On The Mississippi, Steamboats On The Rhine & The Rise Of KD River Line
As we continue to explore the history of river cruising, today we’ll learn how a single steamboat helped thwart an invasion on America and went on to open the Mississippi river cruises in its wake; how the steamboat industry survived two world wars that sank boats in Europe; and how companies survived periods of boom and bust. We’ll also learn how a well-known writer popularized river cruising in the United States and how a poet mythologized a landmark that still attracts river cruisers today.
American Cruise Lines’ 2021 Mississippi Season
American Cruise Lines has planned a big season on the Mississippi for 2021; introducing two new modern riverboats, a brand new Music Cities cruise between Nashville and Memphis, fifteen new shore excursions up-and-down the River, all-private transportation on shore, and new enrichment programs on board.
Viking Announces New Mississippi Departure Dates
Viking announced that new 2023 sailings of its Mississippi River cruises are now on sale. The company’s first custom vessel, Viking Mississippi, will debut in August 2022 and will sail voyages on the Lower and Upper Mississippi River, between New Orleans and St. Paul.
Viking’s Mississippi Cruises Are Open For Booking
As of today, all inaugural sailings of Viking Mississippi’s 2022-2023 season are now available to the public for booking.
Final Impressions From Crystal Bach & Mississippi River Cruise Itineraries
This week, Ralph shares his final impressions from his Crystal Bach sailing – reflecting on how Crystal River Cruises stands out from its competitors. More on standing out, Crystal Cruises’ President and CEO, Tom Wolber shares his opinions on what makes the line different. Lastly, we have compiled a list of the Mississippi River Cruise […]
U.S. River Cruise Itineraries – The Mississippi River
A comprehensive list of offerings on the Mississippi River – highlighting each itinerary offered by American Queen Steamboat Company and American Cruise Lines.