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6 American river cruises to consider this summer

Rediscover America’s heartland on a U.S. river cruise.

The U.S. river cruise market is experiencing unprecedented growth with major lines adding new ships and itineraries, and new companies entering the marketplace.

Viking Cruises, the world’s largest river cruise company, has even announced plans to launch in the U.S. While cruising the Mississippi River may not sound quite as romantic as sailing along the Rhine River with its fairy-tale castles and legendary vineyards, many Americans are opting to stay closer to home and explore their own shores rather than take long-haul flights.

So, if you’re yearning to explore the country’s beautiful mountains, plains and rivers along iconic waterways, climb aboard a U.S. riverboat for an unforgettable floating vacation.

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