Small Ship Cruise Line Announces Specials
Posted on: Tuesday, 2 June 2009, 13:01 CDT
Save on select U.S. lake, river and coastal cruises through Fall 2009; New soft adventure "Sea Lodge" program for Coast of Maine introduced
WARREN, R.I., June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- American Canadian Caribbean Line, Inc. (ACCL), a family-operated small ship niche cruise line popular with active mature travelers, announces 15% -20% savings on select itineraries departing from the U.S. ports of Chicago, IL, USA; Portland, ME, USA; and Warren, Rhode Island, USA, which serves as the cruise line's homeport.
From July 1 through November 7, 2009, passengers can choose from various itineraries featuring coastal exploration of the waterways between Eastern Canada, Lake Michigan and Florida via small ship, including Hudson River, Lake Champlain, Erie Canal, Saguenay River, the Intracoastal Waterway, and coastal Atlantic Ocean. "These enriching itineraries include some of the most historical and scenic parts of America," states Nancy E. Blount, president of ACCL. "Many of the ports of call are only visited by ACCL and usually only accessible by private yacht. Since many travelers are staying closer to home, we cruise from convenient U.S. ports which are accessible by car, train and low-cost air carriers. This offers guests quick access to their vacation compared to traveling abroad to river cruise."
ACCL is offering 20% savings on the following 2009 itineraries: Great American Waterways (July 1 aboard the M/V Grande Mariner, 15-nights). Ports of call: Warren, RI; West Point, NY; Kingston, NY; Troy, NY; Erie Canal; Oswego, NY; Rochester, NY; Buffalo, NY; Cleveland, OH; Wyandotte, MI (Ford Museum); Mackinac Island, MI; Manitowoc, WI; Manistee, MI; and Chicago, IL. Lake Michigan Getaway (July 1 and July 9 aboard the M/V Niagara Prince, 6-nights). Ports of call: Chicago, IL; Holland, MI; Manistee, MI; Mackinac Island, MI; Sturgeon Bay, WI; Milwaukee, WI; Chicago, IL. Hudson River/Lake Champlain (August 30, September 10, September 24, October 5 aboard the Niagara Prince, 11-nights). Ports of call: Warren, RI; Newport, RI; New York City; West Point, NY; Kingston, NY; Catskill, NY; Troy, NY; Waterford, NY; Champlain Canal; Whitehall, NY; Vergennes, VT; Burlington, VT. Coast of Maine (July 31, August 16, August 24 aboard the M/V Grande Caribe, 7-nights). Ports of call (all in Maine): Portland, Bath, Rockland, Bar Harbor, Castine, Belfast, Port Clyde, Portland. Erie Canal/Saguenay River (September 15 aboard Grande Caribe, September 18 aboard Grande Mariner, 12-nights). Ports of call: Warren, RI; Quebec City; Saguenay River; Montreal; Ogdensburg, NY; Clayton, NY; Oswego, NY; Erie Canal; Troy, NY; Kingston, NY; West Point, NY; Warren, RI. Atlantic Coastal Waterways (November 7 aboard Grande Caribe, 14-nights). Ports of call: Warren, RI; Newport, RI; Baltimore, MD; St. Michaels, MD; Norfolk, VA; Belhaven, NC; Beaufort, NC; Southport, NC; Georgetown, SC; Charleston, SC; Beaufort, SC; Savannah, GA; Brunswick, GA; Fernandina Beach, FL; Jacksonville, FL.
A 15% savings is offered on ACCL's Erie Canal/Fall Foliage sailings (September 30, October 12 aboard Grande Caribe; October 3, October 15 aboard Grande Mariner; 12-nights). Ports of call: Warren, RI; West Point, NY; Kingston, NY; Troy, NY; Erie Canal; Oswego, NY; Clayton, NY; Alexandria Bay, NY; Dark Island, NY; Ogdensburg, NY; Montreal; Quebec City.
ACCL introduces a new program called Sea Lodge Adventures for the August 16 and August 24 Coast of Maine sailings that will offer 'soft adventure' for all skill levels. "We are excited to partner with kayak experts H2Outfitters of Orr's Island, ME to offer a unique 7-day kayak package ($429 additional to cruise fare) that will instruct and guide guests daily along the tranquil harbors and winding estuaries," comments Ms. Blount. "This is a perfect opportunity for anyone who has always wanted to learn to kayak to immerse themselves under the supervision of experts." These sailings will also include complimentary workshops for all guests onboard including culinary, photography, historical lectures, wine tasting, and more. "ACCL recognizes that enrichment programming has become a key part of niche cruising, and we've responded to this need with soft adventure packages for our passengers," Ms. Blount adds.
The select discounted cruises are regularly priced from $1,725 per person, double occupancy (not including port charges, optional tours, gratuities and fuel supplement) and are now priced from $1,380. With these special offers, one can save up to $1,914 per cabin, subject to cruise and cabin category.
In addition to the 15% and 20% discounts, ACCL is extending its "Bring Friends" program allowing extra savings of $500 per cabin if a passenger books two cabins at the same time and at least one cabin's guests are new to the cruise line. This offer is for non-discounted cruises only. Single travelers can enjoy extra savings, too since ACCL is waiving the usual single supplement on select cabins.
Established in 1966, ACCL evolved from the 1950s yachting vacations of Rhode Island family The Blounts, who built many of the ferries and dinner boats operating in several U.S. cities today. For over 40 years, the cruise line has captured the spirit of its original voyages with a nostalgic, informal and casual approach that features many off-the-beaten-path itineraries along the coasts of the U.S., Canada and parts of the Caribbean and Central America.
ACCL Reservations Team Members are available to offer assistance Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (EDT) by calling 800.556.7450. For ACCL's complete 2009 schedule, visit accl-smallships.com.
American Canadian Caribbean Line, Inc. (ACCL) is a small ship cruise line specializing in unique coastal itineraries which appeal to active mature travelers. At the helm is Nancy E. Blount, a second-generation owner of this family business founded in 1966. The company operates three U.S.-registry and U.S.-crewed ships - the newest fleet in the industry - along the eastern seaboards of the U.S., Canada, Caribbean and Central America. Each ship (66-98 passengers) features patented designs such as a retractable pilot house and shallow-draft bow landing ramp that enable them to access remote destinations larger ships cannot. ACCL is a member of the Niche Cruise Marketing Alliance and Better Business Bureau, ACCL is located at 461 Water Street, Warren, RI 02885. Phone: (800) 556-7450. Web: http://www.accl-smallships.com.
ACCL 2009 Cruise Schedule is available online at: ACCL 2009 Cruise Schedule
High-res images available online at: ACCL Photo Gallery
SOURCE American Canadian Caribbean Line, Inc.
Source: PR Newswire
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