The America will be American Cruise Lines’ eighth ship and its second brand-new vessel this year. Scheduled to begin sailing the Mississippi River in early 2016, America will be the finest Mississippi paddlewheeler ever built, introducing features never before seen on a Mississippi riverboat.

Amenities & Features: The America is a brand new Mississippi River paddlewheel riverboat similar to its sister ship, Queen of the Mississippi. Scheduled to begin cruising in 2016, this state-of-the-art vessel features traditional Victoria-style accents that elegantly blend classic design with modern technology and amenities. Adorned with gleaming woodwork, brass fixtures and historic decor, America boasts the largest staterooms of any small cruise ship and also features 60 square foot private balconies.