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1. Help throughout planning process. 2. Cruise staff were amazing from directors and captain to dining staff and cabin stewards. 3. Cleanliness of entire ship. 4. Historian on board. Roomy stateroom... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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On the whole, our trip was outstanding and we have already booked another cruise and expect to book two more next y:30ar. My one complaint is regarding the $600 pre cruise package. First, the sheet... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Everyone was great and made everything very easy. Juan was an excellent server and very personable. The small ship experience was perfect for the NE Islands. Having the coaches and shuttles was n... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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It was an excellent itinerary. We started from Clarkston- Dr Clive really made the trip for me. However Eve & Ben did an excellent job, as well as the other heads of management. All the sta... See more


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American Cruise Lines offers river cruising and small ship coastal cruising in the U.S.A. Year after year, American continues to launch the newest U.S. built ships and uniquely curated itineraries for exploring and Cruising Close To Home®.

On all cruises, guests discover the history, and spirit of the United States aboard the most sophisticated small ship fleet in the industry. Onboard, guests enjoy a complete all-inclusive experience including daily entertainment, spacious amenities, exquisite cuisine and cocktails, and gracious hospitality. Most staterooms come with private balconies offering panoramic river views from every angle. Onshore, American Cruise Lines partners with local communities for captivating excursions which reflect the unique, fascinating cultures of the every port we visit.

Choose from cruises that explore the Mississippi River, Columbia & Snake Rivers, Alaska, New England, the Puget Sound, and the Southeast region of the country. Each destination has a story to tell, with adventure waiting at every stop.

American operates 15 ships, all accommodating just 100-190 passengers, which cruise more than 35 domestic itineraries in 34 states. American now offers domestic Flat Rate airfare for all its U.S. cruises.



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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Your entire crew

Your entire crew! Everyone was professional, kind and fun! We loved the food and the choices. Ship was clean. All n all made for a great experience! We even booked for 2026 for a Maine cruise!!

Date of experience: July 03, 2025

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Again please!

The crew, the food, the excursions,everything was wonderful. We had a really nice trip. The only negative thing was our bathroom hadn’t been cleaned from the previous trip and the room carpet needed a good cleaning. Also, the little pastry left everyday was very yummy but a fork would have been nice.
All that said, it was exactly the vacation I needed!

Date of experience: June 29, 2025

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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New England Islands Cruise 2025

Our New England Islands cruise on American Cruise Lines exceeded all our expectations. Our room was more than adequate. The food was exquisite. The service was phenomenal. The evening on-board entertainment was amazing. The hospitality of the crew and management (cruise director, hospitality director, food service director) was exceptional.

For my wife and me, this was our second ACL cruise. We were pleased with our experience in 2024, but this year's experience was far superior to our first cruise.

Date of experience: July 06, 2025

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
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Everything was great except for…

Everything was great except for cleanliness of our room. The American Heritage needs a deep clean and some decor replaced. The staff and food were great! I would travel on American Cruise Lines again.

Date of experience: June 24, 2025

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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First cruise ever. Alaska Inside Passage

1. Help throughout planning process. 2. Cruise staff were amazing from directors and captain to dining staff and cabin stewards. 3. Cleanliness of entire ship. 4. Historian on board. Roomy stateroom and balcony. Relaxed atmosphere. 5. Small town ports of call. 6. Good choices. 7. Great scenery.

Date of experience: June 14, 2025

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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The cruise was well put together

The cruise was well put together. All the staff was always on point and caring for our needs.
The Captain was very informative and is quite personable.
Overall we had wonderful trip
Brad Houlden

Date of experience: July 05, 2025

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Every crew member was phenomenal

Every crew member was phenomenal, the excursions were accurately described and amazing, it was a well-oiled machine which made it a very calm and non-stressful vacation

Date of experience: July 05, 2025

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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Enjoyed the cruise immensely

Enjoyed the cruise immensely! Everyone was helpful and pleasant and courteous. Really have everything covered. We had a great time on the Hells Canyon jet boat tour. Our luggage was loaded for us and in our room when we arrived to our ship. The cleaning crew kept our room spotless for the entire trip. Meals were delicious! We re- booked for another cruise because we enjoyed this one so much!

Date of experience: June 28, 2025

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
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It was an excellent itinerary!

It was an excellent itinerary. We started from Clarkston- Dr Clive really made the trip for me.
However Eve & Ben did an excellent job, as well as the other heads of management. All the staff were wonderful - very friendly, personable.
Wish I could remember everyone’s names-
I enjoyed our excursions very much .
The new one to Cannon Beach was super special as well as Ft Clatsop, cape Disappointment & Mt St Helens.
The entertainment in the evening was very good- great artists.
The chef was very accommodating to my sister in law who had dietary restrictions- all the wait staff were so very very nice.
Meals were good.
Thank you all for a wonderful vacation!
I really appreciated the rides to & from the airports!
Very informative trip- would highly recommend it!!

Date of experience: July 05, 2025

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