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The Land of Lincoln (Illinois River)
"Day 3, Ottawa: The ship is docked at Allen Park, in South Ottawa and across the Illinois River from Ottawa.The most significant event took place when the American Queen, a sister ship to the Countess, sailed by enroute to Hannibal...."Read More
runner19492002
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Review for a North America River Cruise on American Countess
Bballdee1986
2-5 Cruises • Age 50s
I booked my first river cruise on the Lower Mississippi River for March 2023 back in May 2022 on the American Countess. I was concerned about what level of service to expect given the pandemic. I proceeded hoping that things would settle down back towards normal as the embarkation date approached. I am a manual wheelchair user and require an ADA cabin. I knew the number of accommodating cabins ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Thank you for the feedback and your kind words. We are disappointed to hear that some of the food was at a less than ideal temperature. We will make sure we pass this along to the American...
Sail Date: March 2023
Traveled with disabled person
Review for a U.S.A. Cruise on American Countess
CruisinCadie
10+ Cruises • Age 70s
We are a retired couple in our mid-70's. This was our 14th cruise, 2nd river cruise. We sailed on the Countess last May and had such a great time we decided to take another cruise on her. While this cruise was not as great as the previous one, we still had a good time.
I really love the ship. The layout is so convenient and everything is close together. The grand lobby and bar with the ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hi CruisinCadie! Thank you for leaving feedback. We are glad to hear that you and your husband enjoyed your cruise. We regret to hear about the tug boat and missing Hannibal and will be sure...
Sail Date: August 2022
Traveled with disabled person
Review for a U.S.A. Cruise on American Countess
runner19492002
10+ Cruises • Age 70s
Always a fun adventure with American Queen Countess! We are a very fit 73 and 72 year old married couple. Most passengers on the ship are near our ages. Many have mobility issues and there are often times of waiting particularly on the buses and getting on and off the ship.
I wrote a previous review ("Life on the Mississippi") in July 2022 regarding the American, Countess. All the negative ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hi runner19492002! We are disappointed to hear about the tug boat and missing Hannibal. We are glad you noticed some things have improved. Thank you for your feedback! We will pass it along...
Sail Date: August 2022
Review for a North America River Cruise on American Countess
bevahoop
10+ Cruises • Age 70s
I just finished my trip on the Countess. First positive: very nice boat, great cruise and assistant cruise directors who also provided great entertainment. Negatives: We were told there would be COVID testing before the cruise. Upon arriving at check-in we were informed no testing would be done. This information should have been provided before cruise. The steering went out on the boat the first ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hello bevahoop! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are disappointed to hear about the tugboat and fire alarm situation. We will pass your feedback along to American Countess....
Sail Date: July 2022
Review for a U.S.A. Cruise on American Countess
CruisinCadie
10+ Cruises • Age 70s
Warning: This may be long and a bit rambling, but there are many good things to say about this cruise.
DH and I are in our 70's. This was our fourteenth cruise overall, but our first river cruise. Way back in February 2020, we booked a cruise from Memphis to New Orleans on the American Queen. After 4 cancellations, 3 due to COVID and 1 due to Hurricane Ida, we said forget it. AQV gave us ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hello CruisinCadie! Thank you for leaving us a review. We are so happy that you enjoyed your time on the American Countess. We can't wait for you to join us on a Memphis to NOLA cruise!...
Sail Date: May 2022
Review for a U.S.A. Cruise on American Countess
Hamlet cruiser
10+ Cruises • Age 70s
I have emailed, left a note on the website, spoken to escalated customer service rep and requested a call from Mr Waggoner to discuss the MAJOR problems on the cruise. Staff on board were wonderful but woefully understaffed. Dining room normally has 16 servers-only six! Food ALWAYS cold-soups always tepid at best.
One stop (can’t call it a port) not planned, had NO services! We needed ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hi Hamlet cruiser! We apologize for the staff shortages and food issues, along with the service, medical situation, and entertainment. We have passed your feedback on to the team....
Sail Date: April 2022
Review for a U.S.A. Cruise on American Countess
Mffthie
10+ Cruises • Age 2020s
Thought this was an interesting itinerary and a group of 10 friends booked through local travel agent. Spent an extra night in New Orleans and stayed on an extra night in Memphis at the end of the cruise. Understaffing was evident from the time of required PCR testing the night before sailing. I spent an hour in line trying to register. They had only two representatives checking ID and ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hello Mffthie! Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are glad that you enjoyed the Peabody Hotel in Memphis and our onboard entertainment. But, we are disappointed to hear about...
Sail Date: April 2022
Traveled with disabled person
Review for a U.S.A. Cruise on American Countess
Large1937
10+ Cruises • Age 80s
We were so excited to try the new ship by American Queen. From the time we arrived to check in for our Covid test, it was so disorganized. It took forever to get through all of the procedures and seemed like personel were not prepared. Our rooms were very nice and we had a great cabin steward named Richard. We had ask for early seating at 5:30 as our party of four had issues with eating late and ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hi Large1937! Thank you for your feedback. We are disappointed to hear about the food and staffing problems. We will be sure to pass your feedback along to the crew....
Sail Date: April 2022
Review for a North America River Cruise on American Countess
georgiafrlittle
10+ Cruises • Age 60s
This was our first time on AQV. We chose the Memphis to New Orleans Mississippi cruise.
We stayed at the pre-cruise included hotel, the Sheraton Downtown Memphis, which was a nice hotel directly across from the Trolly station. The trolley costs $2 to ride all day. We took the trolley to Beale Street and enjoyed the afternoon.
Breakfast is included as well, so we had a nice buffet ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hello! Thank you for your feedback and kind words. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your time on American Countess. We look forward to welcoming you back aboard!...
Sail Date: March 2022
Review for a U.S.A. Cruise on American Countess
DAPRiDG
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s
First time American Countess cruiser. I am a frequent traveler. Many cruises and adventures. Worst service and attitude from restaurant staff I have ever experienced. Dinner was served cold every night. If you miss lunch no food is available. Do not bother to ask them to replenish Worst experience ever and I have 5 days left. Marketing definitely misrepresented amenities online. Will never return. ...
Read MoreResponse from BriannaH, Guest Relations @American Queen Voyages
Hello DAPRiDG! We appreciate the feedback; however, we are disappointed to hear that you did not enjoy your experience aboard American Countess. We will pass your feedback along to the crew....
Sail Date: March 2022
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