Beginning October 6 the American Star will continue its inaugural
season with cruises along the majestic Hudson River. The American
Star is the newest luxury cruise ship for American Cruise Lines.
Entering service on June 2, the vessel began its inaugural season
with a 7-night Maiden Voyage on the Chesapeake Bay. After a summer
deployment in Maine, the vessel will offer three Hudson River
cruises (one from Providence, Rhode Island and two roundtrip from
New York City). The itineraries will call at West Point, Catskill,
Tarrytown, Albany and New York City. The cruises along the smooth
waters of the Hudson Valley will offer guests a chance to discover
the unique cultures, fascinating history, and folklore of the
region, provided from onboard historians and lecturers. This unique
itinerary also provides an up close view of a shoreline that has
remained virtually unchanged since the seventeenth century. It
includes some of the most historic and palatial estates in the
country, set against a backdrop of splendid fall colors. Passengers
can walk the grounds of the Military Academy at West Point, tour
its magnificent museum and view the splendid scenery from atop the
campus grounds. The American Star continues its cruise up the river
to Albany where passengers can enjoy a tour of this historic city,
including the New York State Capitol. Tarrytown offers an
opportunity to experience the world of Sleepy Hollow, Rip Van
Winkle, Revolutionary War heroes, grand homes perched on towering
cliffs, Gothic castles, and scenic landscapes. The cruise concludes
in New York City where passengers can enjoy a day of sightseeing at
their leisure or take specifically arranged tours of this lively
city. From the towering mountains of upstate New York to the famous
harbor of New York City, the quaint river towns of the Hudson River
Valley and the history they encompass make this cruise a cultural
and memorable event. The 100-passenger American Star is 215 feet
long, and will have a similar modern design to the American Spirit.
The new modern luxury ship will feature more oversized staterooms
with private verandahs, and all staterooms will have large opening
picture windows, a trademark of American Cruise Lines. Every room
is fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV and DVD player,
individual climate control, Internet access and many other modern
conveniences and amenities expected by the discerning traveler. The
ship is equipped with an elevator for easy access to all four decks
and boasts four lounges, a spacious observation deck, a
well-stocked library and a glass enclosed dining room that enables
passengers to enjoy spectacular landscapes and coastal scenery as
the dine. American Cruise Lines operates the newest fleet in the
world and is also offering Hudson River Fall Foliage cruises aboard
the 100-passenger American Spirit and the 49-passenger American
Glory. 800-814-6880 www.americancruiselines.
