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Majestic America Line Invites Guests to Enjoy the Splendor of Fall Foliage Along the Mississippi River
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Maggie Thornburg
 
By Maggie Thornburg
Published on 07/10/2008
 
Majestic America Line, one of the world's premier river cruise lines and the largest river and coastal cruising company in America, is offering guests a rare opportunity to see the colors of fall at their finest along the historical Mississippi River aboard American Queen at special savings. Guests will also receive a complimentary pre-cruise hotel stay, city tour and a $100 per person shipboard credit.

Majestic America Line Invites Guests to Enjoy the Splendor of Fall Foliage Along the Mississippi Riv
Majestic America Line, one of the world's premier river cruise lines and the largest river and coastal cruising company in America, is offering guests a rare opportunity to see the colors of fall at their finest along the historical Mississippi River aboard American Queen at special savings. Guests will also receive a complimentary pre-cruise hotel stay, city tour and a $100 per person shipboard credit.

Majestic America Line offers eight American Queen Fall Foliage sailings on the Mississippi River, designed to highlight the brilliant, picture-perfect colors that the region is famous for. Guests will be enchanted by the rhythm of small-town America at its best and refresh themselves in the crisp, clean air of fall. Onboard Discovery Guides will share the history, culture and scenic landscapes with guests as they cruise along the river.

Seven-night St. Paul to St. Louis sailings depart September 6, 20 and October 4, 18 with 7-night St. Louis to St. Paul sailings departing September 13, 27 and October 11. The cruises visit Winona, Minn.; La Crosse, Wis.; Dubuque, Iowa; Davenport, Iowa; Burlington, Iowa; and Hannibal, Mo. Highlights include tranquil towns, bustling cities, an impressive system of locks and dams, Amish Country, Mark Twain's hometown, and the famed Gateway Arch.

A 6-night St. Louis to Memphis sailing departs October 25 and visits Cape Girardeau, Mo.; Mount Vernon, Ind.; Paducah, Ky.; and New Madrid, Mo., featuring historic landmarks, quaint downtown districts, Civil War sites, the Trail of Tears and the home of Elvis.

In size and style, American Queen represents the crown jewel of river cruising worldwide, offering for just 436 guests at a time, an extraordinary experience of America. Featuring six decks and measuring 418-feet in length, the opulent American Queen is the world's largest river cruise ship, powered by a state-of-the-art propulsion system that combines authentic steam engines and a 45-ton paddlewheel with modern diesel-electric Z-drives.

Staterooms and suites feature the comfort and luxury of a boutique hotel. Designed to be a sanctuary for guests, deluxe bedding, feathery duvets, plump pillows and spa-quality bath amenities make it easy for guests to relax and enjoy the view.

Each journey aboard a Majestic America Line cruise promises an extraordinary American experience, with award-winning hospitality, wonderful enrichment programs and warm, attentive service from an American crew.