Are you planning to take a cruise with American Cruise Lines and wondering if they are still operating amidst the pandemic? The short answer is yes, American Cruise Lines is still operating its fleet of small ships across the United States.
Safety Measures
However, it is important to note that American Cruise Lines has implemented various safety measures to ensure the health and well-being of its passengers and crew. These measures include:
- Pre-Boarding Testing: All passengers are required to provide a negative COVID-19 test result before boarding the ship.
- Reduced Capacity: The ships are operating at reduced capacity to allow for social distancing.
- Masks Required: Masks are required in all public areas of the ship.
- Frequent Sanitization: The ships are regularly sanitized and disinfected, with extra attention given to high-touch areas.
Current Itineraries
American Cruise Lines offers a variety of itineraries, including cruises along the Mississippi River, Columbia and Snake Rivers, Southeast Alaska, and New England. However, some itineraries have been modified or canceled due to travel restrictions or other factors related to the pandemic.
Mississippi River
The Mississippi River itinerary includes stops in Memphis, Vicksburg, Baton Rouge, Natchez, St. Francisville, and New Orleans. This itinerary is currently operating with modified port stops and reduced capacity.
Columbia and Snake Rivers
The Columbia and Snake Rivers itinerary includes stops in Portland, Astoria, Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, Pendleton (Oregon), Walla Walla (Washington), Clarkston (Washington), Richland (Washington), Hood River (Oregon), Stevenson (Washington), and Portland.
Southeast Alaska
The Southeast Alaska itinerary includes stops in Juneau, Petersburg, Sitka, Ketchikan, Wrangell, and Glacier Bay National Park.
New England
The New England itinerary includes stops in Boston, Martha’s Vineyard, Nantucket, Block Island, Newport (Rhode Island), and Provincetown (Massachusetts).
Conclusion
In summary, American Cruise Lines is still operating its fleet of small ships with various safety measures in place. However, some itineraries have been modified or canceled due to the pandemic. If you are planning to take a cruise with American Cruise Lines, be sure to check their website for the latest information on itineraries and safety measures.