A scenic view of the Mississippi River from La Crosse , WI .
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THINGS TO SEE AND DO Again , the Mississippi is massive . To account for this , American Queen Voyages ’ Mississippi River offerings are divided into two categories : upper and lower river cruise itineraries .
On the upper Mississippi , cruise goers marvel at the raw beauty of the region ’ s rugged bluffs and colorful treetops , the winding shoreline guiding them as they stop at picturesque places and sample tasty eats along the way . “ On an Upper Mississippi River voyage , guests visit charming river towns such as Dubuque , home of the iconic ‘ Field of Dreams ’ baseball field , La Crosse and Hannibal ,” said D ’ Aoust . And while everyone knows the South is famous for its southern hospitality , travelers will be tickled by “ Midwest Nice ,” a term used to describe the unmatched politeness associated with midwestern folk .
On the lower Mississippi , travelers are immersed in the unmistakable aura of southern living . Time slows down as long days are spent beneath the sun , music playing in the distance and the taste of regional cuisine on cruise-goers ’ tongues . “ On the Lower Mississippi River , travelers will sail between the vibrant cities of New
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Downtown Memphis , TN .
Orleans and Memphis ,” said D ’ Aoust . “ As guests cruise this region , they discover rich history , Creole cultural influences , smooth jazz music and Southern hospitality .” D ’ Aoust points to Graceland and Nottoway Resort as two of the most popular stops along the route .
DETAILS ADVISORS SHOULD KNOW “ We value our travel partners and invite them to join us onboard and experience our Mississippi River cruises ,” said D ’ Aoust . To book a cruise , or for more info , advisors can call the American Queen Voyages team at 1-833-583-1632 .
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The American Queen docked in New Orleans .
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