At American Queen Voyages™, we firmly believe that our employees drive the ongoing success of our company. With that success in mind, we strive to create and provide an environment that offers challenging, stimulating and financially rewarding opportunities.

American Queen Voyages began in 2011 as American Queen Steamboat Company, the owner and operator of the U.S.-flagged American Queen®, the largest, most opulent riverboat in the world. Her journeys through the heartland offer a unique perspective on America’s history, culture and landscape with convenient departures from some of America’s most iconic river port cities, including Memphis, New Orleans, Cincinnati, Louisville, Pittsburgh, St. Louis and Minneapolis. 

Offering an all-inclusive experience since inception, the American Queen Voyages guest experience  includes a free pre-cruise hotel stay, unlimited included guided tours in every port, unlimited beverages, open bars & lounges, acclaimed cuisine, live daily entertainment & enrichment, and more. 

In April 2014, American Queen Voyages began serving the Pacific Northwest with the American Empress® (the largest paddlewheeler west of the Mississippi River) and added the American Duchess®  (the first purposely built boutique paddlewheeler) in August 2017. The fourth boat to join the American Queen Voyages fleet was the American Countess™, which was christened in March 2021. 
 
American Queen Voyages Lakes & Oceans vessels Ocean Voyager™ and Ocean Navigator™  began sailing the Great Lakes in 2019 and exclusively dock at Chicago’s Navy Pier. The newly Ocean Victory™ expedition ship began in Alaska May 2022. 

Embracing the mantra “Discovery Runs Deep,” American Queen Voyages invites travelers to throw away the guidebook and go off the beaten path to discover the unscripted experiences of North America.  

Join us and discover a work experience where diversity is welcomed and encouraged. Where you can grow to your full potential. 


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Cindy D'Aoust

Laura Becker

Maria Whitehorn

Tulip Honrado-Silk

Samantha Patton

Wendy Llewellyn Stickler

Susan L. Anderson

Frits van der Werff

Robert Brinck

David Walsh

Ariana Demodion

The Leadership Team at American Queen Voyages™ is responsible for steering the strategic direction of the company and ensuring the seamless execution of its luxury river and ocean cruise experiences. Comprised of key members including the President, Chief Housekeeper, Chief Engineer, and Senior Vice President Guest Experience, the team collaboratively oversees operations, guest services, engineering excellence, and overall company performance to maintain the high standards and unique offerings that define the American Queen Voyages brand.

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