American Cruise Lines has announced that American Liberty, the third new Coastal Cat in the company’s series of 100-passenger ships, was christened in Newport, RI. The christening ceremony took place at Fort Adams State Park, where all the line’s small ships dock when visiting Newport. American Liberty was visiting the historic seaside town along its inaugural cruise with guests, sailing one of the line’s most popular summer itineraries, a "New England Islands" cruise, round-trip from Providence, RI.
American Liberty’s christening ceremony included cruise guests, community members, officials from Sail Newport and Fort Adams State Park, and a small group of the line’s executives and crewmembers.
Charles B. Robertson, president and CEO of American Cruise Lines, gave remarks, as did American Liberty’s godmother, Clare Harington, vice commodore of the New York Yacht Club. Brad Read, executive director of Sail Newport, and Lauren Carson, Rhode Island state representative, also spoke at the event, both commending American Cruise Lines for its commitment to sustainable cruising and the company’s continuous introduction of new, environmentally friendly small ships. Musical trio The Victory Belles were also on hand to entertain guests with patriotic music as everyone gathered on the ship’s top deck for the official blessing and ceremonial bottle smash. The christening was followed by a traditional New England Lobsterbake at Fort Adams State Park where guests enjoyed a discussion and live demonstration of the region’s ancient Native American cooking process.
American Liberty will continue operating the company’s '"New England Islands" cruises into September, following which it will sail a mix of the line’s East Coast itineraries from "Hudson River Fall Foliage" cruises, round-trip from New York City, to popular "Historic South & Golden Isles" cruises between Charleston, SC and Amelia Island, FL (November 2024 through spring 2025).
Like its sister ships, American Liberty accommodates just 100 guests, has four decks and a unique catamaran bow. The Coastal Cat also offers private balcony accommodations, a top deck, indoor-outdoor lounges, a main restaurant, café, and a walking track and fitness center.
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