First ships in new fleet of 12 arrived in 2023
The first two ships of American Cruise Lines’ Project Blue expansion programme of 12 new identical vessels were named American Eagle and American Glory when they arrived in 2023.
American Liberty was next to arrive in August 2024, followed by a slightly smaller version, American Legend, three months later.
The sister ships feature an innovative hybrid catamaran bow to enable both shallow draft access and stable sailing along lakes, rivers and bays.
Vital Statistics
- 100 passengers and 50 crew
- 241 feet long, 56 feet wide
- Elegant interior design
- Main restaurant and casual café
- Spacious staterooms private balcony accommodations
- Comfortable lounges inside and out
- Observation and sitting areas at the bow, both inside and outside
- Expansive forward lounge with 270 degree views
- New adventure deck equipped with kayaks, tender and other activity related options
- A spacious top deck offering amazing views
- Walking track and fitness center
The entire Project Blue fleet is being built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, Maryland.