Cruise news (American Cruise Lines-tagged)
- Cruise Industry
ACL's newest ship American Encore starts in 2026 Columbia and Snake river cruises
ACL-American Cruise Lines has confirmed that its new riverboat, American Encore, remains on schedule for entry into service in May 2026, when it will...
January 20, 2026 - Cruise Industry
American Cruise Lines/ACL - most awarded USA river travel company in 2025
ACL-American Cruise Lines has recorded an unprecedented year in 2025, accumulating 23 industry awards that reinforce its status as the most...
December 20, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Lines expands fleet and routes for 2026
In 2026, ACL-American Cruise Lines will introduce 3 new vessels and roll out 11 new itineraries, marking what will be its most expansive year ever...
December 5, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Lines christens American Pioneer in Key West
ACL-American Cruise Lines has announced the christening of its newest vessel, American Pioneer, which was formally named in a ceremony at Mallory...
November 17, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Lines confirms fleet expansion with 10 new ships through 2028
ACL-American Cruise Lines has confirmed plans for a significant fleet expansion, announcing the construction of ten new vessels for the USA market...
October 30, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL's ship American Symphony to pioneer Gulf Coast cruises
ACL-American Cruise Lines is preparing to launch a new Gulf Coast itinerary in March 2026, deploying the American Symphony, a vessel with capacity...
October 2, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Lines to launch domestic Great Lakes voyages in 2026
ACL-American Cruise Lines has announced the introduction of three new itineraries on the US Great Lakes for the 2026 season. The voyages, running...
September 27, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Line expands Mississippi program with new river itineraries
ACL-American Cruise Lines is preparing to expand its operations on the Mississippi River system with three new itineraries, including its first...
September 23, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Lines adds Revolutionary War Cruise to extended 2026 offerings
ACL-American Cruise Lines has introduced a new itinerary for 2026 in observance of the 250th anniversary of the USA. The newly announced 32-day...
August 5, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Smithsonian Journeys resumes Mississippi River cruises with historic commentary onboard
Smithsonian Journeys is reintroducing a Mississippi River itinerary to its cruise portfolio for the first time since 2019, marking its return to USA...
July 24, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Lines christens American Patriot in Newport (Rhode Island)
ACL-American Cruise Lines has formally inaugurated its latest small ship, American Patriot, in Newport, Rhode Island, aligning the ceremony with the...
July 10, 2025 - Cruise Industry
ACL-American Cruise Lines anchors New Bedford as a regional cruise gateway
ACL-American Cruise Lines is increasing its presence in New Bedford MA (Massachusetts) this year, planning over 50 calls as part of its New England...
July 7, 2025 - Cruise Industry
The maiden voyage of ACL's American Patriot sets sail
ACL-American Cruise Lines has signalled a new chapter for USA-flagged coastal cruising as its newest vessel, American Patriot, embarks on her...
June 19, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Kongsberg Maritime's Aquarius stabilizers for American Cruise Lines/ACL's new ships
Kongsberg Maritime is set to supply its Aquarius (retractable stabilizers) for Chesapeake Shipbuilding's newest cruise ships, continuing a 15-year...
May 1, 2025 - Cruise Industry
Port NOLA sets new monthly cruise passenger record in March 2025
The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) reported a record-breaking 165,000 cruise passenger movements in March 2025, surpassing its previous high of...
April 25, 2025