Majestic American Line

EMPRESS OF THE NORTH Public Rooms 4 Staterooms 112 360 feet in length 58 feet wide passengers: 223 crew: 84 Passenger Decks: 5 Registry: United States

Not yet rated under new ownership.

Best For People Who Want:
To explore the wonders of Alaska, casual dress; camaraderie with fellow passengers and crew; American cuisine; cabaret entertainment; onboard geologist and historian; cozy Victorian decor.

Should Be Avoided By People Who Prefer:
A fast-paced megaship with sports facilities, spa and casino; sunshiny days at sea.

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Onboard Experience:

Powered by a robust modern diesel propulsion system, the Empress of the North offers for just 223 guests at a time an unparalleled experience of Alaska and the Northwest. Each stateroom � among the most spacious of any cruising ship - features expansive viewing windows, and most offer private verandahs as well. Her onboard galleries brim with Russian artwork such as Faberge eggs and nesting dolls; paintings of wildlife and western settlement; and Native American carved totems and masks.

Above all, the Empress of the North is spacious and comfortable. The Paddlewheel Lounge is ideal for relaxing, enjoying a drink or live music before dinner, or simply watching the workings of the ship's three-story paddlewheel. The 24-hour Calliope Bar & Grill offers casual self-serve fare, from lattes to popcorn and frozen yogurt sundaes-all complimentary. Elegant full-service breakfast, lunch and a five-course dinner awaits in the Romanov Dining Room. And the Gold Nugget Showroom, with its warm lighting, rich mahogany accents and carved ceilings, offers elegance after dark.