AmaWaterways announced its newest ship, the 156-passenger AmaLea, set sail this week on her inaugural Tulip Time voyage. The ship embarked on her first journey from Amsterdam and is currently sailing along the Dutch and Belgian Waterways, returning to Amsterdam on April 1. AmaLea will begin her Danube itineraries starting May 6 with an official christening ceremony – led by the ship’s godmother and travel industry executive, Filomena Andre, taking place on May 26 in Vilshofen, Germany.
Sister ship to the AmaKristina, AmaStella and AmaViola, AmaLea also includes connecting and triple occupancy staterooms that are ideal for the growing multi-generational travel group markets. The ship will also have AmaWaterways’ signature twin-balcony in most staterooms – offering views of the European scenery.
Additional amenities include a daily “Sip & Sail” complimentary cocktail hour (new for 2018); a heated sun deck pool with swim-up bar; hair and massage salons; a fitness center; complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the ship; and a fleet of bicycles carried on board for guests to use complimentary. In addition to the Main Lounge providing a space for guests to meet throughout the day and enjoy nightly entertainment, the ship also offers multiple dining venues, including The Chef’s Table specialty restaurant with its wine-paired tasting menu.
AmaLea will sail six Tulip Time cruises before embarking on seven-night cruises on the Danube River between Vilshofen and Budapest, two of which are themed Wine Cruises hosted by Amelia Ceja, president of Ceja Vineyards in Napa, California, and Frederick Frank, president of Dr. Konstantin Frank Wine Cellars, Finger Lakes Region, New York, and take place in November. AmaLea will close out her inaugural 2018 season with four Christmas Markets Cruises on the Danube.
For more information, visit www.amawaterways.com.
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