Built in America and operated by an American crew, our specially-crafted small ships are not designed to maximize “economies of scale” like the large, foreign-flag cruise liners. They’re designed to give you intimate access to exceptional destinations. Accordingly, you’ll find fewer guests on board: only 436 aboard our grandest ship, the flagship American Queen. As a result you’ll always find a peaceful corner on board, plenty of uncrowded view room up on deck, and no lines when it comes to touring, embarking and disembarking.