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American Pioneer
American Pioneer is a American Cruise Lines cruise ship of the Patriot class, in service since 2025. She carries 130 guests. She sails Canada and New England, Pacific Coast itineraries.
About American Pioneer
American Pioneer is a 130-guest Patriot-class coastal cruise ship that joined American Cruise Lines in 2025 as the sister of American Patriot, built by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, Maryland, as part of the line's Project Blue series. It has the class's conventional bow and deeper draft, balconies for every cabin, a Sky Lounge and Sky Walk track on the top deck, the Back Porch Café for casual meals, a dining room and a fitness center across five decks. Its first winter, 2025-26, was spent on Florida Gulf Coast and Keys cruises, including a members-only Eagle Society sailing in January 2026, and the line also lists it for New England, the Southeast and Puget Sound.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
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Where she sails
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates American Pioneer?
American Pioneer is operated by American Cruise Lines and belongs to its Patriot class.
How big is American Pioneer?
American Pioneer has 5 decks.
How many passengers does American Pioneer carry?
American Pioneer carries 130 guests at double occupancy.
When did American Pioneer enter service?
American Pioneer entered service in 2025.
Where does American Pioneer sail?
American Pioneer sails Canada and New England and Pacific Coast itineraries.
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