We had never cruised before until last May, 2016, when we boarded the America's Inaugural Cruise round trip from New Orleans to Vicksburg. It didn't take long for us to be hooked on the delicious food, atmosphere, and well-planned tours. Since May of 2016, we've done 4 cruises with American Cruise Lines, and also enjoyed bringing our adult nieces and husband on 2 of the cruises. We have 2 more scheduled for this year, and one for 2018. Since we are Eagle Society Members, we were allowed to bring a fraternity brother and his wife aboard for lunch while docked in Beaufort. They have never cruised and certainly enjoyed the tour and the delicious lunch. What a wonderful memory! Oops, almost forgot the many gifts...vests, bathrobes, hats, coasters, monogrammed tote bags, umbrellas, windbreakers, and lots of other things I can't remember! We adore American Cruise Lines and do not plan to ever cruise with anyone else !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!