She's the largest steamboat ever built, a soaring triumph of American
ingenuity yet a river lady as gracious and congenial as her older
sisters. In 1995 she answered Steamboaters' call for yet another
proud paddlewheeler on which to discover riverside America.
Although her designers filled her to the brim with today's
technological advances, her many public rooms and accommodations
bustle with the opulence of the American Victorian period. Woodwork
glistens and antiques fill her spaces, and outside, lacy filigree
evokes the memory of the many grand river steamers that both preceded
her and inspired her designers. Select a volume from the vast
collection in the Mark Twain Gallery, the boat's library. Enjoy a
sing-along in the Main Deck Lounge, or tap your toes to a lavish show
in the two-deck-tall Grand Saloon, the most elegant show place on the
river. You'll find your own favorite nook aboard the grand American Queen.
On June 25th Your Editor & Mrs. Cruiseman boarded the American Queen for our first Riverboatin' cruise. This was a wonderful & delightful experience that we would recommend to anyone looking for a truly relaxing atmosphere for their next vacation.
The cabins have double doors and open to a large deck. What a view!
Rocking Chairs for everybody!
Our very comfortable cabin measured 230 sq. ft. We had a large bathroom with a tub & shower. Each cabin has it's own individual AC / Heat controls.
We took a real New Orleans Swamp Tour!
On our swamp tour we saw lots of alligators;
most were still alive!
We visited a real haunted plantation!
We visited the famous Oak Alley Plantation.
Oak Trees everywhere!
Oak Alley Plantation
Oak Alley Plantation Verandah
A Riverboat Cruise is very different from a regular ocean cruise. The atmosphere is more relaxed, and the crew was very, very friendly. The entertainment was top quality, and completely different each night. The American Queen carries a maximum of just 436 passengers. Ready to be pampered while exploring the waterways of America?
To book your Delta Queen Steamboat Vacation, Call The Cruiseman! 1-800-805-0053