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  Amadeus River Cruises has announced that its newest river cruise ship, AMADEUS Mira, will launch in 2027 and will join its sister ship, AMADEUS Aurea, which is scheduled to enter service in 2026.   Sustainability is a key focus. The ship will feature an updated hybrid-electric propulsion system complemented by an advanced control and positioning system for maximum efficiency. Additional eco-friendly features include solar panels for supplemental power, a heat recovery system to optimize energy use, and special glass panelling to minimise heat loss and temperature fluctuations, enhancing onboard comfort.   “On board our fleet, cutting-edge environmental technology and luxurious design go hand in hand,” said Wolfgang Lüftner, founder and CEO of Amadeus River Cruises. “With AMADEUS Mira, we continue this 40-year tradition of excellence, meeting the growing global demand for luxury river cruises with contemporary, innovative solutions. The strong interest from our guests and the resulting growth make us proud and reaffirm that our commitment to pioneering shipbuilding is the right path forward.”   AMADEUS Mira will sail the scenic Rhine, Main and Danube rivers, taking guests on unforgettable journeys through Europe’s most culturally rich and picturesque regions. Like Aurea, Mira will accommodate 158 passengers in 12 luxurious suites and 67 comfortable cabins.   Guests aboard AMADEUS Mira will enjoy elegant, wind-protected lounge areas, the open-air “Café Vienna” gallery, a dedicated massage and fitness area and large sun deck featuring a heated pool and lido bar.   Bookings for the 2027 season are expected to open in January 2026.  For further information and reservations, call Amadeus River Cruises on 0800 035 6411 or visit www.amadeus-rivercruises.co.uk

Amadeus River Cruises has launched its 2026 Five-Star Tailor-Made River Cruises brochure. It follows its most successful year to date with UK sales up 57% and turnover up 62.7% compared with the same time last year. The 148-page brochure – its largest UK brochure to date - features a brand new and exclusive UK proposition combining more inclusive pricing and onboard credits. It includes a new ship and new packaged cruises with pre- and post- extensions. Exclusively for UK guests, every cruise now includes return flights from the UK, executive overseas transfers, full board five-star cruising with gratuities included. There is also up to €200 onboard credit per person. For travellers wishing to extend, the UK team can tailor rail travel, pre- and post-cruise stays, and extended touring. Laura Wilson, head of business development for GSA, Fred. Holidays said: “We have listened to the UK market and are providing them with what they want - a fly/cruise offering that has been designed for simplicity and peace of mind.“ “We believe that luxury lies in choice and our new Five-Star Tailor-Made River Cruising programme delivers with a complete fly-cruise package plus added value.” Launching on the Rhine in May 2026, AMADEUS Aurea will feature a hybrid propulsion system. The ship can accommodate 158 guests in 12 suites with balconies and 67 cabins. It also houses the Panorama Restaurant, sun deck with outdoor pool and Lido Bar, a fitness room and a River Terrace. For the first time, the UK brochure features tailor-made pre- and post-cruise tours and stays. These tours, which have been designed exclusively for the UK market, include: Four-day Glacier Express available pre- or post-cruise from Basel. Includes private transfers from ship to train station; scenic rail journey to Zermatt; two nights’ accommodation in Zermatt; excursion on the Gornergrat Mountain Railway; reserved seats on the iconic Glacier Express from Zermatt to Chur; one night’s accommodation in Chur; and rail transfer to Zurich airport. Prices from £1,199 per person. Classical Rhine & Lake Como. A seven-night Classical Rhine cruise between Amsterdam and Basel combined with a three-night land extension including train journey from Basel to Lake Como, three-nights’ lakeside accommodation; guided cruise on Lake Como; and escorted overseas transfers. Prices from £3,541 per person. Classical Rhine & Scenic Trains of Switzerland. A seven-night Classical Rhine cruise between Amsterdam and Basel combined with a three-night land extension including Swiss rail travel; one night’s four-star accommodation in Montreux; two nights’ four-star accommodation in Interlaken; GoldenPass Express panoramic train journey; excursion to the Jungfraujoch; and reserved seats and luggage transfers where applicable. Prices from £3,941 per person. The 2026 programmes includes 15 different itineraries on the waterways of Belgium and Holland, past the Rhine's picturesque vineyard scenery, along the Rhine-Main canal, in the steps of French Savoir-Vivre on the Rhône, Saône and Seine, and through the charming landscapes adjoining the Danube all the way to the Black Sea. Also featured is a new Rhine Concert Cruise featuring Dutch violinist and conductor André Rieu, as well as golf-themed cruises on the Rhine and Seine. The new brochure is being distributed to 400 strategic partners on 22 August, and travel agents can order copies via BP Tradegate. A digital version, along with additional sales assets, is also accessible via the Fred. Holidays Agent Portal at www.agentfred.co.uk.

  Following its most successful year to date with UK sales up 57% and turnover up 62.7% compared with the same time last year, Amadeus River Cruises has launched its 2026 Five-Star Tailor-Made River Cruises brochure. The 148-page brochure – its largest UK brochure to date -  features a brand new and exclusive UK proposition combining more inclusive pricing and onboard credits that will allow travellers to experience their cruise in the way that they choose, as well as a new ship and new packaged cruises with pre- and post- extensions.   New UK proposition   The new Five-Star Tailor-Made River Cruising programme features a tailor-made approach that gives UK guests freedom of choice allowing them to spend their days exactly as they wish based on interests, pace and preferences.   Exclusively for UK guests, every cruise now includes return flights from the UK, executive overseas transfers, full board five-star cruising with gratuities included and up to €200 onboard credit per person to spend as they wish on optional excursions, spa treatments or drinks at the bar.   And if travellers wish to extend their adventure, the team can tailor rail travel, pre- and post-cruise stays, and extended touring.   Laura Wilson, head of business development for Fred. Holidays who are the GSA for Amadeus River Cruises, comments: “We have listened to the UK market and are providing them with what they want - a fly/cruise offering that has been designed for simplicity and peace of mind. We believe that luxury lies in choice and our new Five-Star Tailor-Made River Cruising programme delivers with a complete fly-cruise package plus added value which provides our guests with choice as well as flexibility.”   New ship   Launching on the Rhine in May 2026, AMADEUS Aurea will feature cutting-edge environmental technologies such as a hybrid propulsion system and an efficient heat recovery system. The ship will accommodate 158 guests in 12 spacious suites with balconies and 67 cabins featuring panoramic windows. There will also be an elegant Panorama Restaurant, sun deck with outdoor pool and Lido Bar, state-of-the-art fitness room and a River Terrace.   New and unique packaged cruises with pre- and post-extensions – exclusively for the UK market   For the first time ever, the UK brochure features tailor-made pre- and post-cruise tours and stays designed to provide a seamless extension to a river cruise holiday. These tours, which have been designed exclusively for the UK market, include:  

• Four-day Glacier Express available pre- or post-cruise from Basel. Includes private transfers from ship to train station; scenic rail journey to Zermatt; two nights’ accommodation in Zermatt; excursion on the Gornergrat Mountain Railway; reserved seats on the iconic Glacier Express from Zermatt to Chur; one night’s accommodation in Chur; and rail transfer to Zurich airport for the flight home. Prices from £1,199 per person.

 

• Classical Rhine & Lake Como. A seven-night Classical Rhine cruise between Amsterdam and Basel combined with a three-night land extension including train journey from Basel to Lake Como, three-nights’ lakeside accommodation with breakfast; guided cruise on Lake Como; and escorted overseas transfers. Prices from £3,541 per person.

 

• Classical Rhine & Scenic Trains of Switzerland. A seven-night Classical Rhine cruise between Amsterdam and Basel combined with a three-night land extension including Swiss rail travel; one night’s four-star accommodation in Montreux; two nights’ four-star accommodation in Interlaken; GoldenPass Express panoramic train journey; excursion to the Jungfraujoch; and reserved seats and luggage transfers where applicable. Prices from £3,941 per person.

 

• 1,200 Miles on the Beautiful Blue Danube & Transylvania. A nine- or ten-night Danube cruise between Bucharest and Vienna combined with a four-night land extension including four overnight stays in four- or five-star hotels in Sibiu, Brașov and Bucharest with breakfast and luggage transfer; lunch at the Transfăgărășan Highway; city tour of Sibiu; visit to Sighișoara with a tour of the citadel and lunch; visit to the UNESCO village of Viscri; visit to the fortified church of Hărman, guide tour of Brașov; private evening visit to Bran Castle with dinner in the castle grounds; cellar tour at the Rhine Cellars in Azuga with wine tasting and lunch; and visit to the Peleș castle in Sinaia. Prices from £4,239 per person.

 

• Classical Danube, Neuschwanstein & Munich. A seven-night Classical Danube cruise between Passau and Budapest combined with a three-night land extension including coach travel from Passau to Munich; three nights’ four-star accommodation in Munich; a guided tour of Munich; a full-day guided tour of Neuschwanstein Castle; and airport transfer on departure. Prices from £3,514 per person.

  The 2026 programmes includes 15 different itineraries on the waterways of Belgium and Holland, past the Rhine's picturesque vineyard scenery, along the Rhine-Main canal, in the steps of French Savoir-Vivre on the Rhône, Saône and Seine, and through the charming landscapes adjoining the Danube all the way to the Black Sea. Also featured is a new Rhine Concert Cruise featuring Dutch violinist and conductor André Rieu, as well as golf-themed cruises on the Rhine and Seine. 2026 prices start from £1,310 per person for the four-night Magic of Advent on the Rhine cruise round-trip from Cologne departing 10^th December including return flights and overseas transfers.   The new brochure is being distributed to 400 strategic partners on 22^nd August, and travel agents can order copies via BP Tradegate. A digital version, along with additional sales assets, is also accessible via the Fred. Holidays Agent Portal at www.agentfred.co.uk.

  Amadeus River Cruises is inviting travellers to experience the Danube like never before, through the eyes of one of Austria’s most famous families. On an exclusive sailing through Austria, Slovakia and Hungary, guests will be joined by Elisabeth von Trapp, granddaughter of Captain and Maria von Trapp whose story inspired The Sound of Music.   The cruise from Passau to Budapest departs 24^th July 2025 and visits Linz, Emmersdorf, Durnstein, Vienna, Bratislava and Esztergom. On a visit to Salzburg from Linz, the group will be met by Elisabeth von Trapp who will lead a private walking tour through the city’s charming streets and musical landmarks. As both a certified Austrian guide and an accomplished musician, she will bring a deeply personal perspective to this visit. Guests will also enjoy exclusive moments with Elisabeth onboard, from shared stories to musical memories, making this an intimate and unforgettable experience.   The cruise takes place onboard the 168-guest AMADEUS Imperial with prices from £2,246 per person based on two people sharing a cabin with panoramic window. Price includes all meals, wine and beer with lunch and dinner, onboard entertainment, use of bicycles for independent exploration, WiFi and port fees. Also included is a £300 flight credit and complimentary overseas transfers.

  Amadeus River Cruises has launched the AMADEUS Smiles Projects, a new charity initiative dedicated to giving back to the world that enriches our travels. Through the AMADEUS Smiles Projects, Amadeus aims to create a tangible, positive impact by supporting vital conservation and cultural preservation efforts. By aligning their charitable initiatives with these causes, they seek to ensure that the natural beauty and rich traditions of the regions they explore are preserved for future generations.   The AMADEUS Smiles Projects initiative is built around two core themes that resonate deeply with their guests: River Habitat Conservation and European Cultural Heritage.   River Habitat Conservation   Through initiatives that protect riverbanks, reduce pollution and restore habitats, Amadeus is helping safeguard the pristine environments that their cruises traverse and to protect these vital rivers, ensuring they continue to inspire and sustain both nature and their voyages for generations to come. Projects they are supporting include:  

• In partnership with Rewilding Europe, Amadeus is supporting the resurgence of the Dalmatian Pelican - one of Europe’s most iconic and endangered bird species - along the Black Sea Mediterranean Flyway. By improving habitats, reducing powerline collisions, enhancing nesting sites in Romania, Bulgaria and Ukraine, and engaging local communities, they are helping to revitalise biodiverse wetlands and restore the natural balance of these landscapes.

 

• In partnership with Djerdap National Park, Amadeus is safeguarding its untouched landscapes and rich biodiversity. Home to the stunning Djerdap Gorge, the park boasts some of Europe's most awe-inspiring natural beauty. Amadeus’ support helps protect this remarkable environment and its surrounding ecosystems, ensuring it remains a sanctuary for wildlife and a source of inspiration for future generations.

 

• At the confluence of the Danube and Drava rivers unfolds Kopački Rit, an impressive mosaic of water and land that harbours an overwhelming diversity of species. Amadeus’ support focuses on sustainable forest management, particularly on replacing non-native species with native trees such as Black Poplar and White Willow. This initiative replaces the Euro-American poplar in the Podunavlje canal system and contributes to preserving ecological corridors in order to maintain the landscapes structure and improve the biological balance of this valuable protected area.

  European Cultural Heritage   Amadeus is celebrating the art, architecture, traditions and stories that define Europe's diverse communities. Amadeus’ commitment to Europe’s art, architecture, traditions and stories goes beyond exploration; it involves actively supporting conservation projects, restoring historical sites and promoting local crafts and traditions. Through these efforts, they aim to preserve these cultural treasures for future generations.  Projects they are supporting include:  

• Lepenski Vir, located along the Danube River in Serbia, is one of Europe's most significant archaeological sites, dating back to 9500-5500 BC. Renowned for its distinctive trapezoidal houses and remarkable stone sculptures, the site offers a unique glimpse into early human settlements. In addition to adding Lepenski Vir to the onshore visit itinerary, Amadeus is supporting the site's long-term sustainability by addressing energy efficiency challenges and helping to create better conditions for visitors while preserving this invaluable cultural heritage.

 

• The Glasmuseum Wertheim is a treasure trove of exquisite glass art and craftsmanship. Founded in 1976, it traces its origins back to the laboratory glass industry that has been based in Wertheim since 1948 and still exists today. Amadeus is helping the museum to expand its remarkable collection and supporting educational programmes for children and young people, ensuring it remains a vibrant and inspiring cultural landmark for future generations.

 

• The Nederlands Openluchtmuseum in Arnhem is a vibrant showcase of Dutch cultural history, featuring historic buildings, traditional crafts and picturesque rural landscapes. Amadeus’ donation supports hands-on experiences in traditional crafts, helping to preserve and adapt these skills for diverse audiences.

  Andrew Iwasyszyn, Managing Director of Amadeus River Cruises UK, comments: “At AMADEUS, our journeys are about more than traversing rivers and enjoying stunning landscapes; they’re about forging meaningful connections with the environments we explore and the communities we encounter. With this in mind, we are thrilled to launch our new charity initiative, the AMADEUS Smile Projects. Whether we’re protecting delicate ecosystems or nurturing Europe’s cultural treasures, our mission is clear: to leave a lasting legacy that embodies the spirit of our voyages.”   Amadeus River Cruises is a leader in environmentally-friendly river cruising and has received the prestigious Green Award in recognition of its industry-leading performance in safety and environmental standards. From the launch of the first ship, Amadeus not only met environmental protection standards, but also set new ones. This has remained the case to this day and, as a family business, sustainability is more than just a buzzword for them – it is fundamental to their core values. Sustainable practices to date include:  

• Reduced emissions using advanced software and the latest engines
• Lowered plastic consumption and increased recycling
• Connected to local power grids via Powerlock for energy supply
• Developed more energy-efficient technology
• Automatically optimized the sailing speed to minimise fuel consumption
• Equipped the AMADEUS fleet with advanced water treatment systems, utilising membrane technology and microfiltration to recycle all onboard water
• Reduced energy consumption through specially insulated windows
• Implemented smart heat recovery systems in engine rooms and public areas to enhance energy efficiency
• Fostered a respectful environment for nature, local communities and employees and crews
• Developed an innovative design with a relatively shallow draft, allowing navigation of rivers even at low water levels.

Amadeus River Cruises has introduced an exclusive UK trade partner concession. It is designed to encourage as many agents as possible to get onboard and experience the product for themselves. Trade partners will receive a 25% discount off the full brochure price for themselves as well as 25% discount off the full brochure price for the accompanying second person in the cabin. The rate is available on a request basis and is limited to one cabin per sailing and one cabin per agent per cruise season. The concessionary rate covers the cruise with all meals, beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, onboard entertainment, use of bicycles, WiFi and port fees. Travel agents will need to cover the cost of their own flights, overseas transfers and additional costs such as excursions. As part of a strategy to engage with trade partners and enable them to learn more about the product, Amadeus River Cruises recently hosted 12 agents on a seven-night Tulip Serenade itinerary round trip from Amsterdam. Six agents cruised on the first four-night sector between Amsterdam and Antwerp with the remaining six agents cruising on the second three-night sector between Antwerp and Amsterdam.

Amadeus River Cruises has launched the first half of its 2026 European programme featuring 17 itineraries in 13 countries. It comprises itineraries on 14 luxury river ships including the new AMADEUS Aurea. The 2026 itineraries, now on sale, range from five to 16 days including a new Rhine Concert Cruise featuring Dutch violinist and conductor, André Rieu. The new Rhine Concert Cruise with Rieu is a six-night itinerary from Cologne to Amsterdam onboard AMADEUS Cara with calls at Bonn, Nijmegen, Arnhem, Rotterdam and Dordrecht. The highlight of the cruise is a performance by André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra in the Ziggo Dome in Amsterdam. The cruise departs 5 January 2026 with prices from £1,049 per person for the cruise and concert in Amsterdam. Fred. Holidays, recently re-signed as UK GSA for Amadeus River Cruises. has also put together a fly or rail inclusive price which starts from £1,699 per person. Launching in 2026 is the AMADEUS Aurea  accommodates 158 guests in 12 spacious suites with balconies and 67 cabins It houses the Panorama Restaurant, a sun deck with an outdoor pool and Lido Bar, fitness room and River Terrace. AMADEUS Aurea will set sail on the Rhine on 26 May 2026. Amadeus River Cruises has further expanded its excursion offerings for 2026 with more sports, food, culture and nature focused shore excursion choices. AMADEUS Active - additional cycling tours through Vienna, Bamberg, and Amsterdam are available as well as new hiking opportunities in Linz and Oberwesel and vineyard explorations near Bernkastel. AMADEUS Taste - wine and sparkling wine tastings in Koblenz, Cochem and Rüdesheim, an excursion to the Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse market hall in Lyon and a visit to a truffle farm in the picturesque village of Grignan. AMADEUS Experience - new onboard events including a waltz lesson, concerts along the Rhine, Budapest by Night with a folk programme and a chanson evening on selected French routes. The 2026 programme also features themed cruises in winter, as well as special journeys focusing on golf and music. To celebrate the launch of the new programme, Amadeus River Cruises is offering a 15% early booking discount on all 2026 itineraries booked before 30 November 2025.

  Nostalgia, personalization, destination hotels, Asia tourism booms, and spontaneous connections set to redefine global travel   Travel technology leader Amadeus today released its highly anticipated Travel Trends for 2025, giving a glimpse into the future of global travel.   Partnering with travel trends forecasting agency Globetrender and drawing on Amadeus’ proprietary and other leading industry data, the Amadeus 2025 Travel Trends report highlights five key trends promising to reshape the travel landscape in the coming year:  

• New Heydays: Change-weary travelers are longing for simpler, happier vacations driven by past experiences and a phenomenon known as "rosy retrospection."
• Personalized Flying: Advances in AI, 5G mobile connectivity, and VR will converge to create highly personalized, connected, and immersive experiences for air passengers.
• Trailblazer Hotels: Hotels are increasingly becoming destinations in their own right, as travelers plan trips around iconic, "calling card" properties with unique identities.
• Asia Uplift: Asia is gearing up for a travel renewal, aiming to reclaim its position as a key player in the global tourism industry.
• Connections IRL: As digital dating burnout rises, travel will become a new avenue for real-world relationships, from holiday romances to lasting friendships.

  "After a year where change has become the backdrop to daily life, travelers are seeking a deeper connection to people and places more than ever,” said Daniel Batchelor, Vice President, Global Corporate Marketing & Communications at Amadeus. He continued: “We’ll see a blend of old favorites and new immersive experiences, with one-of-a-kind stays putting destinations on the map. Asia is set for a tourism revival, while we are also seeing a rise in spontaneous solo travel, as people seek more off-screen, authentic experiences.”   Jenny Southan, founder and CEO of Globetrender, added: “It is important to predict the changing ways people are exploring the world, and the forces of influence that are determining their decisions. Partnering with Amadeus in producing this 2025 Travel Trends report means that together we can help businesses successfully anticipate the needs and demands of tomorrow's travelers. For consumers themselves, who are under pressure to keep finding joy in a volatile world, it is no surprise to see people looking to the ‘good old days’ when life was simpler, and turning to traditional means of making human connections, in spite of the ascent of artificial intelligence and other sci-fi technology.”   New Heydays   Nostalgia is fueling the rise of "new heydays," with the past taking center stage. From the comeback of 90s films and CDs to Gen Z’s love for digital cameras, culture is embracing the retro everywhere you look. In travel, adults are seeking to relive gap years, distant honeymoons and childhood dreams - for example, Airbnb listed a Polly Pocket-inspired rental - and U.S. travelers are flocking back to Miami, a "Miami Vice" era hotspot.   As millennials enter middle age, we will see the revival of the classic caravan and camping holiday. Eurocamp is seeing a huge rise in bookings, with 2024 shaping up to be its best year in five decades. In the U.S., adult summer camps are also booming, with Club Getaway reporting a 9% jump in revenue from its adult segments in 2024 compared to 2023.   Personalized Flying   In 2025, air travel will reach new heights of personalization, blending smart tech with customized in-flight experiences. Although many passengers consume content on their own devices, airlines are upping the ante by combining algorithmic entertainment with hyper-personalized in-flight systems that deliver box-fresh content – from movies and TV series to adverts and things to buy – that are tailored to the individual flyer, based on their historic preferences [as loyalty scheme members].   With high-speed Wi-Fi from providers like SpaceX's Starlink now available, passengers can stream their favorite content mid-flight just as effortlessly as they would at home. We may also see airlines increasingly loaning VR headsets to passengers in first and business class – in 2024, premium airline start-up Beond began handing out Apple Vision Pros to people flying its Maldives route.   Trailblazer Hotels   In 2025, hotels will make headlines by increasingly becoming destinations in their own right – they will immerse guests in the local culture, history, and natural beauty of their surroundings. For example, guests will be enamored by the charm of restored Mozambiquan Dhows at Jannah Lamu in Kenya or leaning into the old-world charm of the Maryhill Estate in Sweden.   While many trailblazer hotels are independently owned, some belong to larger chains. Reverb Hamburg, a Hard Rock property, opened in a World War II-era bunker; Bunkhouse hotels in the US, known for creating memorable boutique experiences with flagships in Texas, California, and Kentucky; while Marriott International’s Edition Lake Como, set in a 19th-century Italian mansion, opens in 2025. Major hotel groups are adapting too, launching curated boutique collections such as Accor’s Handwritten Collection,  which is expected to include more than 17 hotels globally by 2025.   Asia Uplift   After years of restricted travel, travelers are excited to rediscover Asia’s cultural treasures. China is opening its doors to millions by expanding visa-free travel, while Thailand’s new digital nomad visas and broader visa-free program for 93 countries are set to attract a global audience.   Pop culture is also driving interest, with the upcoming season of The White Lotus set in Thailand, Squid Game season two expected to boost travel to South Korea, and renewed curiosity about Japan’s history inspired by the TV series Shōgun. Adding to this momentum, Iberia has recently launched direct flights between Madrid and Tokyo, making it easier than ever for travelers to explore Japan.   Over the next 15 years, IATA predicts that Asia Pacific will record the fastest rise in passenger numbers and contribute to more than half of the net increase in global passenger numbers by 2043. Amadeus data reflects this momentum as outbound travel from Chengdu, China, surged 66% to 35.2 million passengers from 2016 to 2023, while Guangzhou grew 20%. Delhi also saw a 31% rise with over 30 million outbound passengers in 2023.   Connections IRL   Facing digital fatigue, travelers are closing their apps and opening their passports, using travel to make new friends and even find romance in real life. According to Amadeus booking data, solo leisure travel soared by 15.6% in 2023 compared to the previous year, with a further 9.2% rise so far in 2024.   The 2025 trends report predicts a wave of group and solo adventures designed to spark genuine connections. From G Adventures "Solo-ish" trips combating loneliness, to TimeLeft, an app for travelers that lets you meet five strangers for dinner every Wednesday in over 60 countries. Socially driven festival tourism is also on the rise, with members of the LGBTQ+ community set to gather in Washington DC for World Pride 2025.

Amadeus River Cruises has unveiled details of upcoming new ship, Amadeus Amara, which joins the fleet next summer. The maiden voyage of Amadeus Amara is scheduled for early July 2025 on the Danube. The line says it will be the most sustainable ship ever. It features a lightweight construction and a shallow draft allowing for reliable cruising in seasonally fluctuating water levels. Additionally, its reduced water resistance will help minimise fuel consumption. The sustainable design is further enhanced by a fuel-saving autopilot and solar panels on the sun deck. Amadeus Amara will accommodate 164 guests across three-decks. Another technical highlight is the steering system which automatically adjusts to currents, water levels, ship traffic, wind speeds and wave conditions. This maximises propulsion efficiency, it says. It houses 12 suites with walk-out balconies and the 70 standard cabins mostly offer drop-down panoramic windows. 

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Amadeus River Cruises has launched its 2025 European river cruise programme which includes new excursion categories. To mark the release, it has rolled out a new travel agent incentive. The 2025 river cruise schedule features itineraries in 13 countries on ten luxury river ships. They range from five to 16 days and include two brand new excursion categories – AMADEUS Active and AMADEUS Taste. The AMADEUS Active excursions feature activities for a range of energy and fitness levels. They include a cycle tour in Vienna along the famous Danube Cycle Path and hiking to the Pöstlingberg in Linz. The AMADEUS Taste excursions are interactive experiences which include visits to wineries and markets with tastings of local wine and delicacies. Prices for the 2025 programme start from £626 per person for the four-night Magic of Advent on the Rhine sailing between Cologne and Strasbourg on 11 December. To mark the launch, Amadeus River Cruises is offering a 15% early booking discount on all 2025 itineraries booked before 30 November 2024. Plus, travel agents have the chance to cruise for free courtesy of the new 'Book 5, Cruise Free' incentive. All travel agents need to do is to make five new 2024 or 2025 Amadeus bookings before 31 December 2024 to earn a seven-night European cruise for two, departing in 2025 or 2026. The free cruise is in an upgraded B1 stateroom.

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Amadeus River Cruises is planning a new generation of river cruise ships. It introduces Amadeus Nova for Rhine and Danube cruises in spring 2024. The next-gen river cruise ship will have new environmental protection standards and technology. Amadeus Nova is equipped with a hybrid diesel-electric drive and a powerful battery to ensure maximum engine power. Amadeus says it will almost eliminate all emission of pollutants due to in-house developed filters and catalysts. Additionally, solar panels feed electric energy into the ship's circuit. The ship will also have heat recovery systems that makes heat from the electric engine room and public areas reusable. There is also a semi-autonomous cruising option that increases safety and fuel efficiency. Wolfgang Lüftner, MD, said: "Amadeus Nova is our response to the question of whether you can combine ship comfort with environmental awareness.” We want to offer the most progressive and environmentally-friendly technology currently available." The four-deck Amadeus Nova houses 12 suites with balconies and 67 exterior cabins. There are protected lounge areas, an open Café Vienna, spa and fitness areas and a heated pool on the sun deck.

 

- Amadeus Nova to cruise on the Rhine & Danube from spring 2024 -

  Amadeus River Cruises has announced that it is planning a new generation of passenger ships and embarking on a new chapter in premium river cruising with the introduction of Amadeus Nova on the Rhine and Danube in spring 2024. Amadeus Nova will combine luxurious facilities, modern design and innovative shipping technology that will set new environmental protection standards on rivers and create a new generation of passenger ships.   The new vessel is equipped with a hybrid diesel-electric drive and a powerful battery that ensures maximum engine power. The latest generation engines not only significantly reduce emissions but also almost completely eliminate the emission of pollutants thanks to in-house developed filters and catalysts. Moreover, solar panels feed electric energy into the ship’s circuit. The ship also features innovative heat recovery systems that make the heat from the electric engine room and public areas reusable. Highly insulated glass minimises heat loss in winter and heat penetration through widows and glazed areas in summer. Additionally, the use of autonomous control and positioning systems, as well as a semi-autonomous cruising option that aids the captain and increases safety and fuel efficiency are trend-setting changes.   Wolfgang Lüftner, founder and managing director, comments: “Amadeus Nova is our response to the question of whether you can combine ship comfort with environmental awareness. With the new generation, we want to offer the most progressive and environmentally-friendly technology currently available. Thus, Amadeus Nova truly reflects our commitment to sustainable travel. The ship maintains all the characteristics for which the Amadeus fleet is famous and offers customers a new style of luxury cruising.”   Amadeus Nova has four decks, 12 spacious suites (approximately 26.40 m²) with balconies, 67 exterior cabins (approximately 17.50 m² in size and mainly with panoramic windows which can be lowered), elegant wind-protected lounge areas, an open Café Vienna, spa and fitness areas and a heated pool on the sun deck. The ship creates a truly exclusive five-star river cruise experience. The ship’s construction resembles that of Amadeus Riva and Amadeus Cara, both of which have generated high customer satisfaction.   For further information and reservations, call Amadeus River Cruises on 0800 035 6411 or visit www.amadeus-rivercruises.co.uk