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Save the Delta Queen!
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The American Queen is the third "Queen" from the former Delta Queen Steamboat Company and is propably the largest steamboat ever built. She was built in 1994 by McDermott Shipyard and launched in 1995 at an approximate cost of $60 million. Her steam engine are from the U.S. dredge Kennedy. As the paddle wheels are to small to move the large boat in every situation, there are two additional propellers which can be used if necessary.
Modern technique and historic charme makes a cruise on the American Queen an unforgettable experience.
The American Queen is 418 feet long and 89 feet 4´´ high. Equipped with 222 staterooms the "Queen" gives room for up to 436 passengers. The American Queen has a calliope with 37 gold-plated brass pipes, specially built for the American Queen.
Due to the bankruptcy of the parental company of the Delta Queen Steamboat Co., the American Classical Voyages, the American Queen went out of service in October, 2001. Fortunately, the Delta Queen Steamboat Co. finally was bought by Delaware North Companies, Inc. and went back in service in January 2003. Today the American Queen is owned by Majestic America Line.
Steamboats.org recommends ...For bookings on Majestic America Line and Riverbarge cruises, please contact our favorite travel agent, Phyllis Dale. She is a specialized expert for river travel. www.phyllisdale.com phyllisdaletravel @cfl.rr.com Note: Phyllis does not book day excursions. |
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