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Travel Agent Guide to SMALL SHIP CRUISING with AMERICAN CRUISE LINES AGENTPROGRAM Travel Agent Guide TO SMALL SHIP CRUISING WITH AMERICAN CRUISE LINES American Cruise Line North America's Best River Cruise Line Leading Cruise for Solo Travelers Company AmericanCruiseLines.com Dear Travel Agent, Thank you for your interest in American Cruise Lines. This booklet is designed to serve as a guide for helping you market our wide range of offerings to your clients. With 35 unique itineraries visiting 28 states in America, we have something for everyone. We are continuing to expand our fleet as well as the number of amazing destinations and excursions we offer. We are delighted to have the opportunity to work with you and to present you with Small Ship Cruising Done Perfectly™ Sincerely, Susan Shultz-Gelino Director of Business Development To learn more, call 1-888-323-4741 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS The American Cruise Lines Difference .........4 Our Fleet .....................................................6 Spacious Staterooms ...................................8 Shore Tours ..................................................10 Onboard Enrichment ...................................11 Exquisite Cuisine .........................................12 All Inclusive Experience ...............................13 Regions of Interest ......................................14 Mississippi River Cruises .............................14 Pacific Northwest & Alaska Cruises ............15 New England Cruises .................................16 Southeast Cruises .......................................17 Theme Cruises .............................................18 The Choice for Travel Agents .......................19 3 The American Cruise Lines Difference American Cruise Lines specializes in offering the most captivating and comfortable small ship cruising experiences on the American waterways. Our modern ship design creates intimate atmospheres for guests looking to receive an elevated level of personalized service. Top Three Reasons to Cruise with American Cruise Lines « Newest fleet of riverboats and small cruise ships in the U.S. « Highest level of personalized service « Unique and exciting itineraries across the country American Cruise Lines leads the way with more than 35, captivating 5 to 22-day itineraries visiting the Pacific Northwest, Alaska, New England, the Southeast, and the Mississippi River region. ADVANTAGES OF SMALL SHIP CRUISING AMERICAN CRUISE LINES MOST MODERN FLEET OF SHIPS ü uget Sound the San uan Islands THE LARGEST STATEROOMS IN THE INDUSTRY ü NO INSIDE STATEROOMS ü PRIVATE BALCONIES WITH FLOOR-TO-CEILING WINDOWS Columbia aine Coast ü Snake Rivers arbors pper THE LARGEST FLEET OF AMERICAN SHIPS ü ississippi River udson River New England PASSENGER ELEVATORS TO ALL DECKS ü Islands WORLD - CLASS NIGHTLY ENTERTAINMENT ü Chesapeake ay Southeast Ohio River AN OPEN, SINGLE - SEATING FINE DINING EXPERIENCE Alaska ü East Coast Cumberland Inland assage COMPLIMENTARY COCKTAIL HOUR EACH EVENING ü Alaska River Inside assage Lower COMPLIMENTARY GUIDED EXCURSIONS istoric South ü ississippi River Golden Isles ON BOARD HISTORIANS AND LOCAL NATURALISTS ü Great Rivers of Florida U.S. FLAGGED SHIPS, ALL - AMERICAN CREW ü NEW CRUISE SHIPS DESIGNED FOR YOUR CLIENTS' COMFORT ü MORE THAN 35 ITINERARY OPTIONS ü 4 To learn more, call 1-888-323-4741 uget Sound the San uan Islands Columbia aine Coast Snake Rivers arbors pper ississippi River udson River New England Islands Chesapeake ay Southeast Ohio River Alaska East Coast Cumberland Inland assage Alaska River Inside assage Lower istoric South ississippi River Golden Isles Great Rivers of Florida AmericanCruiseLines.com/Travel-AgentsAmericanCruiseLines.com 5 Transforming Travel on America's Waterways The American Cruise Lines Difference « Fleet of 10 ships with more on the way « Gracious lounges to suit every mood « Newest and most environmentally « Maximum of 185 guests, ensuring friendly ships in the U.S. an intimate onboard and port of call experience « The most spacious staterooms with modern amenities « All of our ships are built in the United States and are American flagged « No inside staterooms and crewed « Special needs or mobility concerns can be easily facilitated Our Fleet American Cruise Lines is committed to continuous growth through an innovative ship design and ship building program that elevates the standard of cruising in America. For over a decade, we have led the way with ship innovation in the United States and we continue to raise the bar with the launch of American Constitution and American Song. Ship Capacity Itinerary Year Built American Constitution 175 New England and the Southeast 2018 Independence 100 New England and the Southeast 2010 American Star 100 New England and the Southeast 2007 Mississippi River (Fall 2018) American Song 184 2018 Columbia and Snake Rivers (2019) America 185 Mississippi River 2016 Queen of the Mississippi 150 Mississippi River 2015 American Pride 150 Columbia and Snake Rivers 2012 Queen of the West 126 Columbia and Snake Rivers 2011 American Constellation 175 Alaska and Puget Sound 2017 American Spirit 100 Alaska and Puget Sound 2005 6 To learn more, call 1-888-323-4741 Revolution in U.S. River Cruising - American Song Showcasing contemporary interior design elements, American Song boasts sweeping views throughout the ship including an awe-inspiring, four-story glass atrium. It offers many spacious lounges, the largest staterooms in the industry each with a private furnished balcony, and all the finest amenities available in cruising. American Song will not only set the standard for U.S. river cruising—it will redefine it. AmericanCruiseLines.com 7 Spacious Staterooms American Cruise Lines ships boast the most spacious staterooms in the industry, featuring all the amenities of a modern hotel, including full-size bathrooms, and private balconies. All rooms have an interior entrance, giving guest’s unobstructed views of the picturesque scenery. The American Cruise Lines Difference « Spacious staterooms ranging from 203 to 900 square feet « Full-size bathrooms « No inside staterooms « Hotel-style bed with optional twin-bed configuration « Twice daily stateroom service « Single occupancy staterooms at single fare « Handicapped staterooms 8 To learn more, call 1-888-323-4741 Owner's Suite Veranda Suite Up to 600 square feet 450 square feet AAM (Private Balcony) AAL/AAR (Private Balcony) 370 square feet 350 square feet Square footage based on America, stateroom sizes may vary. The Grand Suite American Song features the first ever Grand Suite. This luxurious suite measures over 900 sq. ft. and offers 270o of panoramic views through floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Sliding glass doors lead out to a wrap-around balcony complete with a private dining area, the perfect place to enjoy breakfast room service or watch the sun set. Each Grand Suite features a separate bedroom and living area, ideal for gathering with family and friends after an invigorating day of exploration. CALL TO FIND OUT ABOUT OUR LATEST OFFERINGS! AmericanCruiseLines.com 9 Shore Tours American Cruises Lines offers the most comprehensive guided shore tours that bring out the distinct flavor and unique culture of the destinations visited. With the variety of shore tour options, clients have the ability to tailor their cruise experience and can even choose to plan their own excursion at a particular port with the help of the hotel manager. The American Cruise Lines Difference « Over 160 guided shore excursions to accommodate specific interests « Guided, small-group excursions available in every port of call « Meticulously planned and supported with personal guides who are well-versed in each region « No hop-on, hop-off tours Shore excursions come in one of three categories: FEATURED Featured tours are complimentary to all guests. PREMIUM Premium tours typically cost between $20 and $70 and can be paid for on board, near the end of your cruise. SIGNATURE Signature tours are limited-availability excursions. We recommend that you reserve and pay for these tours in advance with your Cruise Specialist. Mississippi River, Columbia River, and Alaska itineraries - complimentary featured shore excursions in almost every port of call, with a supplemental program of premium and signature shore excursions. Puget Sound, Northeast, and Southeast itineraries - an optional program of premium and signature excursions that can be easily booked on board. This gives guests an opportunity to book a tour or to explore on their own if they prefer. 10 To learn more, call 1-888-323-4741 Onboard Enrichment American Cruise Lines is sure to keep you entertained with our lively, award-winning onboard enrichment programs. Entertainment ranges from interactive lectures to live musical performances in one of the ships’ inviting lounges. The American Cruise Lines Difference « Award winning onboard enrichment programs that are engaging and informative « Carefully selected naturalists, historians, and musicians with expertise in and passion for American heritage « Programs that bring local history, nature, and culture to life through informal lectures, open discussions, and musical performances « Onboard experts who also attend shore excursions to give guests behind-the- scenes insight into a particular destination AmericanCruiseLines.com 11 Exquisite Cuisine American Cruise Lines has a team of master chefs who are passionate about their craft. Our culinary teams are encouraged to use locally grown, sustainable ingredients to masterfully create regionally inspired and traditional American
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