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American Spirit
American Spirit is a American Cruise Lines cruise ship of the Independence class, in service since 2005. She carries 90 guests. She sails Pacific Coast itineraries.
About American Spirit
American Spirit is a 90-guest coastal cruise ship built in 2005 by Chesapeake Shipbuilding in Salisbury, Maryland, the oldest of American Cruise Lines' three Independence-class ships. It is 220 feet long, with a conventional bow for coastal waters, stabilizers and four decks holding a main-deck restaurant with wide views, an entertainment lounge, a reading lounge, a fitness center and a sun deck with a shaded seating area. Standard cabins start at about 230 square feet, and those on the second and third decks have balconies. The ship is based in the Pacific Northwest, sailing Puget Sound and San Juan Islands round trips from Tacoma, Washington.
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Editorial scores, 1 to 5 per metric; the overall is their average, not an average of reader reviews.
Deck plans
No deck plans on record for this ship yet.
Where she sails
Home port: Tacoma, Washington.
Flying in for your cruise?
American Spirit sails from Tacoma, Washington. The airport is Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA), with 11 lounges to wait in before you board.
- Delta Sky Club (A)SEA Concourse A4.8 ★
- Alaska Lounge (N)SEA North Satellite4.7 ★
- Delta One LoungeSEA Concourse A4.7 ★
Quick answers
Which cruise line operates American Spirit?
American Spirit is operated by American Cruise Lines and belongs to its Independence class.
How big is American Spirit?
American Spirit measures 67 metres in length, with 4 decks.
How many passengers does American Spirit carry?
American Spirit carries 90 guests at double occupancy.
When did American Spirit enter service?
American Spirit entered service in 2005.
Where does American Spirit sail?
American Spirit sails Pacific Coast itineraries. Her home port is Tacoma, Washington.
Which airport should I fly into for American Spirit?
American Spirit sails from Tacoma, Washington. Fly into Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA), which has 11 airport lounges listed on Lounge Frog.
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