American Beauty

American Beauty Ship Information

Designed to accommodate just 180 guests, American Beauty embodies the expectations of today's traveler with modern amenities and updated decor. Expansive lounges showcase large glass windows that provide breathtaking views of the passing river landscapes and offer the perfect place to unwind after a day of adventure. Serving as the vibrant heart of the ship is a multi-story glass-enclosed atrium, crowned by a large domed skylight. Also featured is an elegant main restaurant, an outdoor cafe, and a fitness center.

American Beauty introduces the newest class of stateroom, the Signature Suite, the largest ever in the fleet. This elegant accommodation redefines onboard comfort and style, offering unparalleled space and amenities for an unforgettable journey. Discover a new standard for river cruising with the Signature staterooms, designed to exceed expectations and make every travel experience truly extraordinary.

American Beauty Onboard Dining

Each menu offers something for everyone and changes to complement the season and the region through which guests are traveling. The chefs are encouraged to use locally grown, sustainable ingredients to masterfully create the regionally inspired and exquisite cuisine American Cruise Lines is known for. Fresh foods are brought aboard daily, some from the farms and vineyards visited along the way.

• Mississippi River Cuisine: Enjoy Cajun and Creole cuisine in New Orleans. Compare the famous barbecue of Memphis and St. Louis and savor southern-inspired refreshments such as mint juleps and fresh iced tea. Treat yourself to Pecan Pie and Mississippi Mud Pie, popular sweet treats of the region.
• Columbia & Snake River Cuisine: While exploring this amazing region, the creative chefs masterfully prepare exquisite cuisine using the freshest local ingredients, such as Tillamook cheese, to prepare regional favorite dishes. Guests are also treated to wine from a fine Washington State vineyard to perfectly complement the meal.
• Alaskan Cuisine: Every meal throughout an Alaska exploration is crafted using locally sourced ingredients that support the small towns visited, including Haines, Petersburg, and Wrangell. Although Alaska is known for its great seafood, the region's blueberries, cranberries, raspberries, and lingonberries also receive high marks. Throughout the journey, savor desserts made from these delicious natural treats.
• Puget Sound Cuisine: Along the journey in this serene cruising ground, sample cuisine crafted with locally harvested ingredients, including finfish and shellfish, greens, roots, nuts, and fruits. Indulge in Dungeness crab cakes, oysters, fresh-picked apples, and beer made from Washington State hops.
• New England Cuisine: In addition to an authentic lobsterbake on shore, enjoy the best seafood in the region on board. Taste succulent lobsters, clams on the half shell, and perfectly seared scallops. Delight in signature New England desserts including Boston cream pie, Maine blueberry pie, and apple pudding topped with maple cream.
• Southeast Cuisine: During journeys in the Southeast, enjoy a variety of dishes born of the local community, from the freshest Maryland crabs to the gumbos and barbecues of the lowcountry. Savor the best flavors of the region, including buttermilk biscuits, fried chicken, classic Hoppin' John, peach cobbler, key lime pie, and more.

American Beauty Enrichment

Carefully selected onboard experts with knowledge of and passion for American history, ecology, and culture join American Cruise Lines on each cruise. Informal presentations, open discussions, and activities bring each region to life. Experts are available throughout each day to add context to the journey and also attend shore excursions to give guests behind-the-scenes insight into some of the most treasured destinations.

• Music & Entertainment: Let American Cruise Lines guide you through the origins and rich traditions of music on legendary rivers and waterways. These shores are home to many celebrated styles of music including Country, Jazz, Blues, and Rock 'n' Roll. On board and ashore, enjoy music inspired by each unique region and learn about its impact on the development of music.
• Onboard Experts & Historians: American Cruise Lines carefully selects industry experts to join each cruise. Informal presentations, open discussions, and activities bring local history, nature, and culture to life through knowledge and passion for heritage. These specialists, naturalists, and historians also attend shore excursions to give guests behind-the-scenes insight into treasured destinations.
• Onshore Excursions: Every port of call is in the United States, every crewmember is local, and the story told along the way highlights the rich heritage of the nation. Each day provides an opportunity to explore a new destination close to home.

American Beauty Bars & Lounges

Each lounge onboard the fleet is meticulously designed to cultivate a tranquil atmosphere, inviting guests to relax and forge connections with fellow travelers. These havens serve as a retreat for rejuvenation after a day of adventure, enveloped in beauty and comfort.

• River Lounge
• Paddlewheel Lounge

American Beauty Accommodations

Enjoy ample storage space with a dresser and closet complete with hangers, along with a dedicated desk and chair for added functionality. Indulge in a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea anytime with the in-room single-serve coffee brewer, accompanied by complimentary pods. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of a private sanctuary, where every detail is designed for utmost relaxation and enjoyment.

• Signature Suite
• Grand Suite
• Sky Suite
• Vista Balcony
• Premium Balcony
• Deluxe Balcony
• Single Balcony

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