Imagine sipping your morning coffee as the Columbia River winds through dramatic cliffs, watching the scenery change as you travel through the Pacific Northwest, or stepping onto your private balcony to see what the day has in store. Add fascinating American history, comfortable accommodations and plenty of opportunities to explore, and you have the makings of a pretty wonderful vacation! Meet American Encore, the newest riverboat in American Cruise Lines' (ACL) fleet, which

If you’ve only experienced ocean cruises, river cruising may surprise you in ways you never expected. From docking steps from cafés and castles to watching ships navigate tight locks and low bridges, discover 10 unique river cruise experiences that make this style of travel feel immersive, relaxing, and completely different from ocean cruising.

Sailing the U.S. rivers has continued to grow in popularity resulting in more ships being built here for that purpose. But due to Covid,...