AQSC-American Queen Steamboat Company - which acquired Victory Cruise Lines in 2019 - is now introducing its newest under-charter ship - Ocean Victory, that joins the Victory Cruise Line's fleet in 2021.
MS Ocean Victory uses the cleanest available marine oil fuel and provides access to wilderness waters and an unparalleled platform for discovery featuring observation decks for over-water viewing opportunities.
Voyages are always accompanied by expert scientists, including from California Polytechnic State University’s Department of Marine Biology. All landings (coastal Zodiac cruising and land tours) are led by a dedicated team of expedition specialists.
The new cruise ship has max passenger capacity 200 (plus 115 crew), 93 staterooms, 10 decks (4 with cabins), 2 restaurants, an alfresco dining sundeck area, observation lounge, piano bar, library, heated outdoor swimming pool, spa, gym, sundeck Jacuzzi. All cabins are outside, with 80% having step-out balconies.
Ocean Victory is scheduled to debut in spring 2021 (Inaugural Cruise departs on May 21st) with Alaskan itineraries, including 12-day Alaska (Vancouver-Sitka), 13-day Alaska southbound (Sitka-Vancouver) and an 11-day Hidden Coast (Vancouver to Seattle WA).