American Cruise Lines’ Launches New Riverboat American Melody

American Cruise Linesย  has announced the successful launch ofย  American Melodyย last week at Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD.ย ย American Melody, isย the 4thย new riverboat in Americanโ€™s acclaimed Modern Series, and is on schedule for its inaugural Mississippi River cruise season beginning in summer 2021.

American Melodyโ€™s multi-story Glass Atrium
American Melodyโ€™s multi-story Glass Atrium

Once complete,ย American Melodyย will have 5 decks, and accommodate 175 guests in 91 staterooms.ย American Melodyย will highlight the Lineโ€™s new interior design while also continuingย  to feature the gorgeous architectural hallmarks of Americanโ€™s innovativeย modern riverboatsโ€”showcasing a grand, multi-story glass atrium at the center of the ship, 100% private balcony accommodations, and a patented opening bow and retractable gangway.

American Melodyโ€™s Exterior/Back Porch Lounge
American Melodyโ€™s Exterior/Back Porch Lounge

All Americanโ€™s new modern riverboats have been designed with sweeping expanses of glass throughout.ย  Like previous sister ships,ย American Melodyย willย offer unparalleled panoramic views both inside and out; as well as huge guest accommodations in all-balcony staterooms, suites, and singles. The new riverboat will also include: a casual outdoor cafรฉ as well as a signature Grand Dining Room with river views from every table; numerous spacious sky-lit lounges; several open-air & shaded sundecks; Library; Chart Room; Game Room; Fitness Room & Yoga-Wellness Studio; as well as elevator access to all decks.

American Melody Sky-lit Interior Aft Lounge
American Melody Sky-lit Interior Aft Lounge

American Melodyย is set to begin cruising the Mississippi River for American Cruise Lines in summer 2021. American Cruise Lines will also debutย American Jazzย in March 2021 (its 3rdย brand new modern riverboat which was delayed from cruising in 2020 due to Covid). Americanโ€™s 5thย yet to be named modern riverboat is due in 2022, and the Line plans to continue its rapid-building plans; releasing 1 to 2 new modern riverboats each year ahead.

For a full Virtual Tour ofย American Melodyย and Americanโ€™s new Modern Riverboats,ย please click this link or view tour on Americanโ€™s website at any time under theย Shipsย tab:ย Modern Riverboat Tour

Cruising Close to Home

American Cruise Lines offers the finest river cruising and coastal cruising in the U.S.A. Year after year, American continues to launch the newest small ships and uniquely curated itineraries for exploring and Cruising Close to Homeโ„ข. On all Americanโ€™s cruises, guests discover the history, spirit, and culture of the United States aboard the most sophisticated fleet of modern riverboats and small cruise ships in the country. American operates 14 ships, all accommodating just 100-190 passengers, which cruise more than 35 itineraries in over 30 states, February through December each year.

For reservations or to learn more about American Cruise Lines call 1-800-814-6880 or visit:ย www.AmericanCruiseLines.com

John Shallo
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