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American Cruise Lines to Feature Lewis and Clark Theme Cruises aboard Queen of the West

Guilford, CT (PRWEB) November 29, 2011

American Cruise Lines (http://www.americancruiselines.com), the leader in small ship cruising, announced today the planned offering of Lewis and Clark theme cruises aboard the magnificent Queen of the West, an authentic 120-passenger paddlewheeler operating on the Columbia and Snake Rivers of the Pacific Northwest.

Available this April, between Portland, Oregon and Clarkston, Washington, American Cruise Lines will offer an unforgettable journey along the legendary rivers that helped shape the West aboard the authentic paddlewheeler Queen of the West. On this unique itinerary, passengers will follow in the footsteps of the legendary explorers Lewis and Clark, and their monumental expedition while discovering the natural wonder, native lore, pristine wilderness, and rich history along this epic course. Guests will discover ancient lands of Native Americans; marvel at the technological miracles of the river’s lock system, where a series of seven locks takes you 780 feet above sea level; and cruise from the lush valley of the Columbia River Gorge to the high desert inland canyons.

“The spring is really the ideal time for this cruise – the days are longer and the scenery is just breathtaking that time of year,” said Timothy Beebe, Vice President, American Cruise Lines. “Experiencing this beauty aboard the country’s only overnight authentic paddlewheeler, Queen of the West, makes for a truly unique cruising experience that allows people to experience the Pacific Northwest in a completely different way.”

Onboard lecturers and entertainers will bring the stories of Lewis & Clark’s Corps of Discovery to life while the crew provides passengers with the highest standards of service. On shore, tour guides and regional experts lead the way as guests retrace the steps of the two famed explorers, visiting sites made famous by their path of discovery.

Highlights of the theme cruise include:

    Featured guest speaker, Todd Weber –A highly celebrated, river-running historian, brings tales of the patriots, fur traders, Indians and explorers of America alive through his period clothing and colorful presentation.
    Dinner with Lewis & Clark evening – Impersonators will accompany guests during a special evening of fine dining, entertainment, trivia and more.
    A special screening of Ken Burns’ Lewis & Clark documentary, “Lewis and Clark – The Journey of the Corpse of Discovery.”
    Guided tours of sites throughout the Lewis and Clark National and State Historic Park, including Fort Clatsop, Salt Works and Netul Landing.

For those seeking the exceptional in both quality and service, a casual environment, the camaraderie of like-minded travelers, all in the intimacy of a small ship, it can be found on American Cruise Lines’ Queen of the West. The authentic paddlwheeler, built in 1996 with a Victorian theme, recently underwent a multi-million dollar renovation to make it even more comfortable and accommodating than before. From the all-American crew ready to anticipate every need, to first-class chefs preparing menus inspired by regional specialties, the Lewis and Clark Expedition will meet the greatest of expectations.

Queen of the West’s deck plan can be found here and reflects a new library on the third deck, the enlargement of a number of staterooms, and the addition of more single staterooms. Aimed at providing the most comfortable and elegant atmosphere for passengers, Queen of the West boasts newly designed and custom built furniture, fresh interior décor, enlarged staterooms and spacious private balconies.

About American Cruise Lines

American Cruise Lines, the largest U.S. cruise company, operates the newest fleet of small ships in the industry and offers more than 30 unique itineraries along the inland waterways and rivers of the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, the Mississippi River System and East Coast of the United States, from New England to Florida. To learn more about American Cruise Lines, visit our Website at http://www.americancruiselines.com or call (800) 814-6880.

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CruiseCompete Offers Cruise Lines Children’s Policies

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Detroit, MI (Vocus) June 9, 2010

Traveling with young children? Take care to understand the children’s policies before you sail. The experts at CruiseCompete offer the following information on the cruise lines children’s policies and programs- for more detailed descriptions, please visit AllThingsCruise.com.

AMA Waterways: AMA Waterways has no children’s programs or facilities. Minimum sailing age is 4 years.

Azamara Club Cruises: Azamara has no formal children’s programs or facilities. The minimum age requirement to sail is 6 months, excepting Transatlantic and Transpacific cruises/cruise tours (and others), where the minimum age is 12 months.

Carnival Cruise Lines: Carnival’s Youth Program, Camp Carnival, is for 2-11 year olds, but there are babysitting services for children younger than two. Rates are $ 6 for the first child and $ 4 for each additional child. Minimum age for sailing is 6 months, excepting Transatlantic, Hawaii and South American cruises, which are 12 months.

Celebrity Cruises: Celebrity offers babysitters for children over 12 months old (limit 2 per babysitter). Minimum sailing age is 6 months, excepting Transatlantic, Transpacific, and select South American cruises, which require a child be 12 months old.

Costa Cruises: There are no organized activities for children under the age of three. Costa does provide group baby-sitting in their “Miniclub” and on request, cribs, high chairs, baby bath, bottle warmers and liquidized food. Minimum sailing age is 6 months.

Crystal Cruises: Crystal does not have a formal program for children under the age of three, but babysitting services are available- fees start at $ 10/hr. Minimum sailing age is 6 months.

Cunard Line: Children must be one year old to participate in the children’s center without parental supervision. Minimum sailing age is 6 months on Alaska, Canada/New England, Caribbean, Europe, Mexico, Transcanal and Australia/New Zealand voyages. Minimum age on all other voyages is 12 months.

Disney Cruise Line: Flounder’s Reef Nursery accepts children from 3 months to 3 years. Parents must carry a pager and pay $ 6.00 per hour for the first child, and $ 5.00 per hour for each additional child. Minimum sailing age is 12 weeks old.

Holland America Line: Holland America does not provide children’s programs or babysitting for children under three, but high chairs, booster seats and cribs are available to cruisers. Minimum age for sailing is 6 months, 12 months on transoceanic.

Norwegian Cruise Line: NCL offers youth programs and babysitting for children ages 2-12. Group babysitting runs $ 6 per child per hour, $ 4/hour for additional siblings. Minimum sailing age is 6 months.

Oceania Cruises: Oceania’s cruises are designed for adults and do not provide care or supervision for children. Minimum sailing age is 6 months.

P&O Cruises: Splashers, (for ages 2-4) has activities and designed for young children. There is also a supervised night nursery. Minimum sailing age is 12 months.

Royal Caribbean International: Royal Caribbean has a “Royal Babies/Royal Tots” program (6-18 months), developed by Fisher-Price. Parents must accompany children. Sailing age is 6 months on most itineraries, but is 12 months on all Transatlantic, Transpacific Hawaii, and other selected cruises.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises: There are no formal programs for children under age 5. Minimum sailing age is 6 months.

SeaDream Yacht Club: SeaDream does not provide activities/amenities for children. Minimum sailing age is 12 months.

Silversea Cruises: Silversea cannot accommodate infants under one year of age and reserves the right to limit the number of children under age three. They do not provide facilities for children.

The Yachts of Seabourn: There are no specific onboard facilities for children. Minimum sailing age is 1 year for trans-Atlantic cruises, and World cruises, and 6 months for all other sailings.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection: The company’s position is that children do not enjoy or appreciate the river cruise experience. They do not maintain children’s facilities. Minimum age to sail is 4 years.

Viking River Cruises: Viking River does not maintain facilities or services for children. Minimum sailing age is 8 years.

Windstar Cruises: Children, especially infants and toddlers, are not encouraged, and travel for children under two is limited. They do not provide facilities for children.

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