By Ashley
My husband is a baseball lover – he had an entire box full of baseball cards when I met him, and could spit out facts on historic and current baseball that made my mind spin. This Labor Day weekend, he decided to rent the movie 42, about Jackie Robinson. For me, it started off as all the other baseball movies, but then it turned to the story. The beautiful, horrific story. It’s one of the few movies that actually makes it more than just a game – it becomes something more. It’s like the speech at the end of Field of Dreams when the writer talks about baseball – baseball inspires the innocence of childhood; the fascination of watching real-life heroes before your very eyes; the timelessness of sitting and watching the game, whether you’re 8, 18, or 80!
When I hear that the American Queen is doing a Baseballs Legends themed cruise, I generally roll my eyes. I think, why should I care about old ball players while I’m on vacation? And then I see movies like 42, and it ignites that spark. Baseball history is American history. If I’m going to listen to the Riverlorian on other subjects of the region, how could I ignore such an integral topic like baseball? It’s not just about the childlike innocence or having fun. It’s about the connection to generations of the past who loved and were fascinated by the same thing we are – baseball. So now, movies like “42″ remind me why baseball is so important, and make me reconsider that Baseball Legends cruise.
Cruising in the Midwest, there are plenty of opportunities to explore your love of baseball
The American Queen Voyages Baseball Legends theme cruise:
In 2024, the Baseball Legends will only have one departure: Louisville to Pittsburgh June 29, 2024. Join fellow baseball fans in celebrating the game’s rich history and traditions. Enjoy special festivities onboard, themed parties and more, adding an extra layer of excitement to your baseball adventure. From lively discussions to friendly competitions, this cruise is a home run for baseball enthusiasts revelers alike.
Visit the “Field of Dreams” on a special excursion to the location where the iconic movie was filmed on American Cruise Line visits to Dubuque, Iowa
Tour the Louisville Slugger Factory in Louisville, Kentucky
Use your stop in one of the cities to attend a daytime MLB game
