American Cruise Lines
American Independence
- Cruises
- 6
- From
- $4,610
Ship comparison
American Independence vs Wilderness Legacy
Un-Cruise Adventures
Wilderness Legacy
- Cruises
- 6
- From
- $5,300
The verdict
Which should you choose?
American Independence is an intimate American Cruise Lines ship carrying 92 passengers, in service since 2010. Wilderness Legacy is an intimate Un-Cruise Adventures ship carrying 88 passengers, in service since 1983.
Choose American Independence if you want better-rated staterooms, a newer ship or more space per passenger: it outscores Wilderness Legacy for staterooms (8.0 vs 5.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores, its maiden voyage was in 2010 (vs 1983) and it has 25.0 gross tons per passenger (vs 16.7).
Choose Wilderness Legacy if you want a more romantic trip, more adventure and nature or a more active cruise: it outscores American Independence for romantic (6.0 vs 2.0), adventure & nature (8.0 vs 5.0) and active (8.0 vs 6.0) in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores.
Side by side
Specifications
marks the better figure where more, or less, is plainly better.
| American Independence | Wilderness Legacy | |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise line | American Cruise Lines | Un-Cruise Adventures |
| Ship size | Intimate | Intimate |
| Maiden voyagenewer highlighted | 2010 (better) | 1983 |
| Last refurbishedmore recent highlighted | — | 2013 |
| Gross tonnage | 2,300 | 1,472 |
| Passengers | 92 | 88 |
| Crew | 27 | 35 |
| Passengers per crew memberfewer is better | 3.4 | 2.5 (better) |
| Space per passengergross tons per passenger; more is roomier | 25.0 (better) | 16.7 |
| Decks | 4 | 4 |
| Length | 223 ft | 192 ft |
| Beam | 51 ft | 40 ft |
| Speed | — | 12 mph |
| Cruiseable ratingout of 10 | 6 / 10 | 8 / 10 (better) |
| Cruises on sale | 6 | 6 |
| Upcoming sailings | 73 | 45 |
| Cruise lengths | 8 nights | 7–12 nights |
| Fares fromlower highlighted | $4,610 (better) | $5,300 |
Bliss scores
How they rate, out of 10
Cruiseable rates ships out of 10 on ten parts of a cruise holiday. American Independence leads on 3 of the ten, Wilderness Legacy on 5, with 2 level.
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American Cruise Lines
American Independence
Maybe it's time to see more of the United States. American Cruise Lines offers a variety of options, including the American Independence, which cruises the Maine coast in summer and the Atlantic coast between South Carolina and Florida in winter. Fall cruisers can cruise the Hudson River for seasonal color and leaf peeping.
Highlights
- New design features including Rolls Royce stabilizers make for a smoother cruise and less seasickness
- Simple but comfortable, these ships were built to nestle into small coves and ports along the East Coast
- Don't miss the crab and lobster served in the Chesapeake Bay and Maine regions!
Sailing now
6 cruises on sale, from $4,610.
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Un-Cruise Adventures
Wilderness Legacy
Step aboard the 88-guest Wilderness Legacy from Un-Cruise Adventures and take a step back in time. The replica coastal steamer exudes old-world charm, with the benefits of modern comforts. Simultaneously upscale and casual, the vessel boasts carved wooden cabinetry and turn-of-the-century décor.
Sailing now
6 cruises on sale, from $5,300.
Questions
American Independence or Wilderness Legacy?
Which is bigger, American Independence or Wilderness Legacy?
American Independence is bigger at 2,300 gross tons, against 1,472 gross tons for Wilderness Legacy. American Independence carries 92 passengers and Wilderness Legacy carries 88.
Which ship is newer, American Independence or Wilderness Legacy?
American Independence is newer, with a maiden voyage in 2010 against 1983 for Wilderness Legacy.
Which has more space per passenger?
American Independence, with 25.0 gross tons per passenger against 16.7 on Wilderness Legacy. The higher the figure, the more ship there is for each guest.
Which has more crew per passenger?
Wilderness Legacy, with one crew member for every 2.5 passengers against one for every 3.4 on American Independence.
Which is better for families?
Wilderness Legacy scores higher for family friendliness in Cruiseable’s Bliss scores: 5.0 out of 10, against 4.0 for American Independence.
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