American Cruise Lines Makes a Splash 4th Modern Riverboat Launched

American Cruise Lines is pleased to announce the successful launch of  American Melody last week at Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, MD.  American Melody, is the 4^th new riverboat in American’s acclaimed Modern Series, and is on schedule for its inaugural Mississippi River cruise season beginning in summer 2021.

Once complete, American Melody will have 5 decks, and accommodate 175 guests in 91 staterooms. American Melody will highlight the Line’s new interior design while also continuing  to feature the gorgeous architectural hallmarks of American’s innovative modern riverboats—showcasing a grand, multi-story glass atrium at the center of the ship, 100% private balcony accommodations, and a patented opening bow and retractable gangway.

All American’s new modern riverboats have been designed with sweeping expanses of glass throughout.  Like previous sister ships, American Melody will offer unparalleled panoramic views both inside and out; as well as huge guest accommodations in all-balcony staterooms, suites, and singles. The new riverboat will also include: a casual outdoor café as well as a signature Grand Dining Room with river views from every table; numerous spacious sky-lit lounges; several open-air & shaded sundecks; Library; Chart Room; Game Room; Fitness Room & Yoga-Wellness Studio; as well as elevator access to all decks.

American Melody is set to begin cruising the Mississippi River for American Cruise Lines in summer 2021. American Cruise Lines will also debut American Jazz in March 2021 (its 3^rd brand new modern riverboat which was delayed from cruising in 2020 due to Covid). American’s 5^th yet to be named modern riverboat is due in 2022, and the Line plans to continue its rapid-building plans; releasing 1 to 2 new modern riverboats each year ahead.