American Queen Voyages, one of the river cruise operators in the United States, ceased operations on February 20, according to a statement the company sent to employees and then also posted on its website.
Despite the best efforts of our team, crew and partners, American Queen Voyages (AQV) has unfortunately been unable to recover from the effects of the pandemic. The overnight cruise industry has been particularly affected by changes in travel preferences, and as a result, AQV has become financially unsustainable.
We are therefore shutting down the business and all future AQV cruises have been cancelled.
We are deeply proud of our crew and the exceptional travel experiences and service we provided to our guests. As we reflect on the journey we have shared over the years, we are filled with gratitude for the privilege of serving our guests, partners and agents and for being part of our incredible local communities.
It has been an honor to bring joy to so many lives, and we are deeply touched by the relationships we have formed and the memorable experiences we have created.
We are sincerely sorry for any inconvenience caused by this decision. Our goal is to ensure a smooth process for all AQV stakeholders.
These are the statements of the company that since 2021 had adopted the name American Queen Voyages from American Queen Steamboat Company, on the site also anyone who had already purchased a river cruise was implemented a form to request a refund of what has already been paid.
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