Vienna, Austria, sits on the Danube River like a crown jewel. The world-renowned city and the river that flows through it have been etched into the memories of many travelers and immortalized in “The Blue Danube,” a waltz by the Austrian composer Johann Strauss. Indeed, Vienna … [Read more...]
AmaWaterways AmaPura Ship Details
When AmaPura launched in 2014 it was done with the style and flair that AmaWaterways has become accustomed to providing. Guests onboard the AmaPura were greeted by a local dance group, who put on a spectacular cultural performance prior to the ship’s departure for Myanmar. As … [Read more...]
AmaWaterways and BackRoads Adventure Partnership
AmaWaterways has a new partner, BackRoads a leader in the active travel market! This new combination will provide the ultimate in both luxury and activity to river cruisers. "In teaming up with AmaWaterways, we are excited to combine our trademark biking, walking and … [Read more...]
Mysterious Myanmar On AmaWaterways
Popular river cruise operator AmaWaterways has always pushed the envelope when it comes to pioneering new destinations. The line was one of the first operators to realize the full potential of sailing along the Mekong River between Vietnam and Cambodia and to aggressively market … [Read more...]
Three Of My Favorite AmaWaterways Cruises and Three That I Would Like To Do
One of my top three: An AmaWaterways’ Christmas Markets river cruise. Photo © Ralph Grizzle I’ve been fortunate to have cruised with AmaWaterways about a dozen times, particularly during the period when co-owners Kristin Karst and Rudi Schreiner were trying to get … [Read more...]