If there’s one thing better than brunch, it’s a brunch aboard a gorgeous riverboat. The Riverboat Twilight, based in LeClaire, Iowa, is a throwback experience unlike any other. The boat takes passengers on a Mississippi River cruise that features stunning scenery, majestic wildlife, and of course, a cocktail or two. Read on to see why the Twilight is the best way to start a summer day.
Twilight is a 126-foot craft designed and built by captain Dennis Trone. The boat was built to replicate the lavish steamboats that were popular in the Victorian Era. Twilight was built in Louisiana and it’s fast, elegant and quiet.
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The boat has a rounded stern and a lot of ornate detailing. There are three decks with comfortable dining salons and sundecks with lounge chairs that are perfect for a nap in the sun. When you step aboard, you’ll think you traveled back in time to the 1800s.
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You can watch the shoreline slip past as you sip the perfect morning cocktail. Is there a more relaxing way to spend a Saturday morning?
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The Mississippi River is a major route for migratory birds and you’ll likely see a lot of wildlife on the cruise. Eagles are common along the river.
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The boat’s captain loves traveling on the river and welcomes visitors to the pilot house. He has a lot of great river stories and he might even let you take the wheel!
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Author Mark Twain called these boats “floating palaces.” Aboard the Twilight, you’ll understand what he meant.
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Twilight offers day cruises from LeClaire to Dubuque and from Dubuque to Guttenberg. There are also shorter sightseeing cruises that depart from LeClaire and two-day cruises departing from LeClaire. Check Twilight’s schedule for the latest trip information. Would you rather enjoy a brunch on dry land? Here are 11 brunch spots that won’t take you down river.
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