River Cruise News
American Cruise Lines Introduces“Fall Cruise Collection”
17 May 2013 American Cruise Lines announced today its Fall Cruise Collection – according to ACL this is a selection of cruises handpicked to showcase the beautiful 2013 fall season. Cruise itineraries include the Columbia & Snake Rivers, the… more
Delta Queen might return to the rivers in 2014
10 May 2013 Efforts are under the way to bring the hisoric paddlewheel steamboat Delta Queen back on the rivers as a cruise ship in 2014. A group of potential investors and Delta Queen enthusiasts are planning to… more
Steamboating News
Today in Steamboat History
17 May 1854: the Wheeling suspension bridge - first bridge over the Ohio River - was completely destroyed by a storm
17 May 1947: sinking of the GOLDEN EAGLE (# 2366) at Tower Island.
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. |
