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B M & T ••• May/June 2022 ••• www.blackmeetingsandtourism.com 48 C R U I S E N E W S AMERICAN CRUISE LINES OFFERS COMPLIMENTARY AIRFARE FOR SELECT U.S. CRUISES American Cruise Lines, the country's largest small ship cruise line, is pleased to offer Complimentary Domestic Airfarefor select 2022 U.S. river cruises. With the 2022 season just beginning, the Line is offering com- plimentary domestic airfare on select new bookings for its Mississippi River or Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise itin- eraries. The offer is valid for all modern riverboat depar- tures through the end of May, 2022. American Cruise Lines is committed to providing the most comprehensive and seamless travel experience pos- sible for their guests across the country. In addition to the current complimentary airfare opportunities, the Line also recently added a Flat Rate domestic airfare option for all its U.S. cruises. American Cruise Lines operates only 100% domestic itineraries and has booked thou- sands of guests aboard its new small ships which conve- niently depart from 19 U.S. cities in 16 U.S. states. "In an ever-changing world, American Cruise Lines is proud to offer a hassle-free way to explore the extraordi- nary beauty and diversity of the United States. And we are equally dedicated to making the booking process as easy as possible for our guests across the country," said David Luxeder, Director of Marketing for American Cruise Lines. American's small ship fleet has doubled in size in the past 5 years and now includes explorations in 31 states from Alaska to Florida. Each year, the Line continues to build new small ships right here in the U.S.A and expand its offerings on land, air, and sea. In addition to the new air options, the Line also offers complimentary pre-cruise hotel stays, private cruise coaches which follow the river- boats, and new land packages, including luxury options at Four Seasons hotels. ABOUT AMERICAN CRUISE LINES: American Cruise Lines offers river cruising and small ship coastal cruising in the U.S.A. Year after year, American continues to launch the newest U.S. built ships and uniquely curated itineraries for exploring and Cruising Close to Home®. On all American's cruises, guests discover the history, spirit, and culture of the United States aboard a sophisticated fleet of modern riverboats and small cruise ships. American operates 15 ships, all accommodating just 100-190 passengers, which cruise more than 35 domestic itineraries in 31 states. Learn more at 1-800-814-6880 or www.American- Cruise-Lines.com. HOLLAND AMERICA LINE STATEMENT ON END OF CDC HEALTH NOTICE Statement from Gus Antorcha, president, Holland America Line "The CDC's removal of its health notice related to cruise travel is an important step forward in recognizing the work we have done to protect our guests. At Holland America Line, we continue to operate vaccinated cruises and have created a safe and healthy environment for our guests, our teams, and the communities we serve, helping to ensure cruising is among the safest forms of socializing and travel. "With the remainder of our ships set to return to service in the coming weeks, Holland America Line is looking forward to safely welcoming more guests back to cruising this spring and summer as we explore Alaska, Canada, New England, and Europe. We recently extended our Worry-Free Promise to allow flexible cancelation for cruise bookings made by May 31 and embarking by September 30 of this year." GROOVE CRUISE, THE WORLD'S LARGEST FLOATING DANCE MUSIC FESTIVAL, ANNOUNCES ITS UPCOMING EXCURSION Mississippi River or Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise itin- eraries. The offer is valid for all modern riverboat depar- riverboats and small cruise ships. American operates 15 ships, all accommodating just 100-190 passengers, which