River Cruise News
AQSC partners with National Trust for Historic Preservation
22 May 2013 The American Queen Steamboat Company (AQSC) announce a partnership with the National Trust for Historic Preservation that is intended to help preserve American heritage, culture and promote National Treasures. As a key feature to the… more
Empress of the North becomes“American Empress”, joins American Queen Steamboat Company’s fleet
22 May 2013 
The American Queen Steamboat Company announces the purchase of the Empress of the North from the U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD) for an undisclosed amount. To be renamed the “American Empress”, the vessel is scheduled to… more
Steamboating News
Today in Steamboat History
22 May 1852: COTTON PLANT (# 1342) burned at Napoleon, Arkansas
Cruisetricks.de
Check out our website cruisetricks.de if you're interested in the big and not so big ocean-going cruise ships. Though in German language, you'll find the comprehensive cruise ship picture galleries as interesting as the interactive 360 degree panorama pictures from cruise ship's interiors.
Steamboat Gifts
Check out our compilation of unique and very special gifts for steamboat fans and family. You'll not find these in any regular gift shop. Just added: New highly recommended book - "A Page out of History" by Karen "Toots" Maloy.
Forums & Blogs
steamboat and river news and discussion, with a special forum for the "Save the Delta Queen" campaign.
Steamboat Pictures
See our great collection of paddlewheeler and steamboat pictures,
including many pictures of the Delta Queen,
Belle of Louisville and
Str. Natchez.
Calliope & Whistle
Listen to the amazing sound of a calliope and the impressive roar of historic steam whistles.
Model Building
Find out how to build a true steamboat model from model kits or plans; including a special section for Delta Queen models.
Travel Guide
Learn about steamboat related attractions
all along the US inland rivers, from the Upper and
Lower Mississippi all the way to the
Columbia River.
Our online Travel Guide is also available as printed book,
"The Steamboat Traveller", for your guidance when travelling.
Steamboats.org Bookstore
Steamboats.org recommends ...For river cruises, train journeys and other leisure travel, domestic or international, contact our favorite travel agent, Phyllis Dale. She has the experience you need when planning a vacation. www.phyllisdale.com phyllisdaletravel@att.net Note: Phyllis does not book day excursions. |
