Travel Market Report is touting American Cruise Line’s eight-day Gulf Coast cruise between Pensacola and New Orleans.
“The eight-day Gulf Coast itinerary sails between New Orleans and Pensacola, visiting Mobile, Biloxi, Ocean Springs (Mississippi), and Gulfport/Ship Island (Mississippi). Only a small part of the sailing is on the Mississippi River; the rest of the itinerary is along the Gulf’s Intracoastal Waterway. Highlights include the Gator Ranch in Mobile, a Biloxi Shrimp Boat adventure, e-biking in Ocean Springs, the world’s largest model train museum, and more.”
- Sailings operate in March and December 2026 (and again in March and December 2027).
In April, we reported that the voyage would feature Pensacola’s notable military history alongside Mobile’s historic district, where America’s original Mardi Gras celebration began and where the USS Alabama Battleship stands as a maritime monument. Travelers will discover Pascagoula’s centuries-old shipbuilding traditions and experience Ocean Springs’ acclaimed arts community and distinctive small-town atmosphere.
- A highlighted excursion includes Fort Massachusetts on West Ship Island, providing guests with an exploration of this significant 19th-century coastal fortification. The journey concludes in New Orleans, where passengers can immerse themselves in the city’s renowned French Quarter, exceptional culinary scene, and legendary jazz traditions.
Available in both directions with multiple departure dates throughout the season, including March 1, March 7, March 13, and March 19, 2026.
Awesome! This should be a fun local cruise. I look forward to hearing more!