American Queen Steamboat Company Reveals American Duchess Suite Details

American Queen Steamboat Company has announced it will be the first and only all-suite riverboat with lofts on the Mississippi River when its launches the new American Duchess next year. The first purpose-build boutique paddlewheeler will offer an intimate and relaxing experience through America’s heartland with the option of five different suite categories.

The new ship will have five suite category options: 550-square-foot Owner’s Suites and Loft Suites, 450-square-foot Deluxe Suites, 240- to 330-square-foot Veranda Suites, and 180- to 220-square-foot Interior suites.

The 166-guest American Duchess will sail the Mississippi River and her tributaries. New for the line, American Duchess will offer overnight stays in port including the heart of Nashville, shorter round-trip itineraires from Nashville and New Orleans, and departures from Chicago (Ottawa, Illinois).