Booked while on another American Cruise. The history of the river (excellent Riverlorian on board) and it's importance in the civil war and commerce and western expansion was so interesting. Most shore excursions were free. The food was excellent and the small capacity of the ship (150 passengers) is what we love. We booked another cruise for July on the Columbia and Snake rivers. The staff is all americans and young. Very professional and friendly. Fair includes a pre-cruise hotel stay and transport to the airport at the completion of the cruise. On both American cruises we have sailed the clientel is older than the average of cruises we have been on. I would say many of the passengers are older than 75 years of age. There are a number of canes and a few walkers but everybody seemed to be able to get on and off the boat and the busses without much difficulty. All wine and beer at meal times are included in the price as is the one hour cocktail hour before dinner.
Large roomy suite with refrigerator and large balcony. Two large windows looking out the front of the boat. Very comfortable bed.