A Traditional Water Voyage: The Delta Queen
If you are thinking about taking a cruise, you will
be well served taking the time to consider what cruise
travel options are being in different venues today.
Of course, you likely will be drawn to the major cruise
line operators that head off to sea and to various ports
of call. But, in your search for the perfect cruise
vacation, don’t forget to check out what is offered
by cruise line operators such as the Delta Queen Steamboat
Company. Truly, if you want a once in a lifetime and
truly unique cruise vacation or cruise trip experience,
you will want to take a look at what Delta Queen Steamboat
Company has to offer.
Through this article, we do provide you with a general
look at Delta Queen Steamboat Company and its cruise
travel offerings. Do keep in mind that while we are
taking a look at and over Delta Queen Steamboat Company
in this article, nothing we say should be construed
as being an endorsement of Delta Queen Steamboat Company
or of the cruise travel packages that it has available
at this point in time. Rather, this article is intended
to provide you with a starting point in your own search
for the perfect cruise vacation.
Delta Queen Steamboat Company: A History
The Delta Queen Steamboat Company actually went into
business on June 22, 1890, taking its first voyage along
the Cumberland River in Tennessee. Shortly, Delta Queen
Steamboat Company took to providing service on the Ohio
and Kanawha Rivers as well.
(Keep in mind that during the early years, Delta Queen
Steamboat Company actually was known as the Greene Line.)
During its formative period in existence, the Delta
Queen Steamboat Company carried cargo. But, in little
time, Delta Queen Steamboat Company began to operate
steamboats that carried passengers.
Interestingly, in the late 1940s, a woman -- Letha
Green -- took the helm of the company … being
the first woman to head ever head a major shipping company
or enterprise in the world.
Delta Queen Steamboat Company: An Overview Today
Today, Delta Queen Steamboat Company operates two magnificent
steamboats in operation, the Delta Queen and the Mississippi
Queen. Delta Queen Steamboat Company provides steamboat
cruises along the rivers that make up the heartland
of the United States. The ships move along at a placid
eight miles per hour, giving people on board a chance
to take in scenery and savor life fully for a time.
Onboard a Delta Queen Steamboat Company Cruise Ship
The two cruise ship vessels that are operated by Delta
Queen Steamboat Company are magnificently appointed.
Indeed, these splendid ships transport you back in time
to a place when living and traveling was a far more
gracious experience.
Onboard a Delta Queen Steamboat Company cruise ship
you will be amazed by the manner in which the ships
have been designed. In addition, you will find all of
the amenities to be absolutely first rate.
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