Cruise the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers between St. Louis and Memphis for a taste of Americana

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Onboard the American Cruise Lines’ newest ship the Queen of the Mississippi you can enjoy your vacation on and off the ship as you float along the rivers, visiting towns rich with American history. Your journey through the heart and soul of America starts in St. Louis, Missouri–the Gateway to the West. Then head up … Cruise the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers between St. Louis and Memphis for a taste of Americana

Experience and explore history while cruising the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers

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Horses, baseball and brews make this historical Mississippi and Ohio Rivers cruise for everyone. By detouring up the Ohio River, you’ll get a chance to see the Churchill Downs Racetrack, the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, and the Jim Beam Outpost to name just a few. On American Cruise Lines’ Queen of the Mississippi you’ll … Experience and explore history while cruising the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers

Cruise the Mississippi and Cumberland Rivers through America’s Heartland

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Y’all need to listen up! This is a great river cruise for the country fan who wants to experience America’s heartland. I am a country girl at heart and a river cruise to Nashville, Tennessee encompasses everything I love about the country–from their food, art, history and, of course, music. So, what’r y’all waitin’ for? … Cruise the Mississippi and Cumberland Rivers through America’s Heartland

What are the benefits of joining a cruise line loyalty program? A review of Oceania and Azamara (part 3 of 5)

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Premium cruise lines offer great incentives for your loyalty. You can receive benefits like priority embarkation, tendering and disembarkation; receptions with the captain and officers; and possibly invitations to exclusive cocktail parties and dinners. And if you like freebies, you can sign-up to get everything from free drinks to free cruises. Loyalty programs are always being upgraded and modified so cruise lines can … What are the benefits of joining a cruise line loyalty program? A review of Oceania and Azamara (part 3 of 5)

Where are the best Southern Caribbean beaches to visit while on a cruise?

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When it comes to cruise vacations, taking a trip to the Southern Caribbean is definitely off of the beaten path. On these cruises, passengers will travel to smaller, less populated islands. If you want to spend some time sunbathing on sparsely-populated beaches, the Southern Caribbean is truly the place to visit.   Here are some … Where are the best Southern Caribbean beaches to visit while on a cruise?

From St. Louis to St. Paul–take a Mississippi River cruise through history on a paddlewheeler boat

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The mighty Mississippi River is near and dear to my heart. For several years in my young life I lived in Guttenberg, Iowa, a sleepy town north of Dubuque on the river’s edge. My grandparents lived in Muscatine, a few hours south, also on the Mississippi.  I spent hours watching the famous Delta Queen cruise … From St. Louis to St. Paul–take a Mississippi River cruise through history on a paddlewheeler boat

See the historical South on a paddlewheeler boat on a Mississippi River cruise

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I grew up on the Mississippi River, born and raised in Baton Rouge so I love this part of our country.  It’s full of cultural experiences unlike anywhere else and there’s no better way to sample this culture than on a paddlewheel cruise on the Mighty Mississippi.  You’ll feel like you’re stepping back in time when … See the historical South on a paddlewheeler boat on a Mississippi River cruise