American Splendor
American Splendor: Paddlewheel cruises along the Mississippi
Snapshot
The 185-passenger American Splendor paddlewheeler has been cruising the Mississippi River since 2016 (initially as America) and underwent a major makeover in 2022. American Cruise Lines calls her "the finest Mississippi paddlewheeler ever built, introducing features never before seen on a Mississippi riverboat."
American Splendor is a throwback to an earlier era of river cruising, with traditional Victoria-style accents and classic design. At the same time, it boasts modern technology and amenities. Look for gleaming woodwork, brass fixtures, historic decor, the largest staterooms of any small cruise ship and private balconies that are 60 square feet.
Who will like sailing on American Splendor
Travelers who like small riverfront towns and the experience of sailing on an old-timey riverboat will enjoy cruising on America. Also, you need to be OK with a cruise where a majority of the passengers are in their 70s and 80s.
Where America sails
American Splendor cruises the Mississippi River with 7-night sailings out of New Orleans, a 7-night Memphis to St. Louis and St. Louis to New Orleans cruise, cruises along the Upper Mississippi to St. Paul, Minn., and occasional longer sailings.
Modern conveniences & classic ambiance
America and her sister ship American Heritage are paddlewheelers that ply their passengers up and down the Mississippi. On American Splendor, you get the convenience of a modern ship with the ambiance of a classic river paddlewheel. Third and fourth deck staterooms and suites feature sliding glass doors to access private balconies allowing you to experience great scenery from the privacy of your stateroom as the ship makes its way down the river.
Additional amenities Include:
- Large, spacious staterooms
- Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors to private balconies
- Personalized service
- In-room phones for complimentary room service and breakfast served on your private balcony
- Elevators to all decks
- Outdoor exercise area and putting green
- Guest laundry
- Complimentary Wi-Fi in all staterooms
- Satellite TV and DVD player in all staterooms
- Gourmet coffee brewers in all staterooms
Amenities on this ship
Note: There's no pool, fitness center, spa facilities or casino on American Splendor. Passengers get their exercise by going ashore and walking around the port towns.
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