Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection opens a new season of voyages from the heart of Paris with three extraordinary cruises. In 2009, guests can enjoy such scenic treasures as Vienna and Budapest, in addition to the romance of Paris, aboard Uniworld’s intimate cruise ship, the River Princess.

“We know Paris is, and will continue to be, a premier destination for travelers,” said Guy Young, president of Uniworld. “Now our guests can enhance their journey to Paris with visits to other legendary cities throughout Europe.”

From the famed Riesling vineyards of Wachau Valley to the ever-changing city of Bucharest, guests will experience unforgettable vacations that begin or conclude in Paris, the City of Lights.

The three new Paris itineraries range from more than a week to over a month.
Paris & European River Romance
Fall in love with Paris and three breathtaking waterways
11 Days – Paris to Nuremberg
Cruises start at $1,999, per person

Paris & the Heart of Europe
Discover the heart of Romantic Europe from Paris to Vienna
18 Days – Paris to Vienna
Cruises start at $4,059, per person

Paris & Grand European Waterways
Embark on a grand odyssey from Paris to Bucharest
32 Days – Paris to Bucharest
Cruises start at $7,259, per person

Each boutique hotel-style cruise delivers Uniworld’s award-winning service with a ratio of one staff member for every three guests. Every stateroom offers magnificent river views, modern amenities and luxury hotel-style beds. A gourmet culinary staff prepares cuisine onboard with the region’s freshest ingredients, and guests enjoy complimentary fine wine served during dinner. Local English-speaking experts lead guests onshore to the hidden treasures of each port, and as an added treat, guests can take pleasure in Uniworld’s new Epicurean Adventurer Program offering  a host of culinary delights including private wine tastings, special wine and food pairings, cooking demonstrations and unique onshore excursions.

For those couples who book a 2009 Uniworld Europe River Cruise and pay-in-full for their trip before September 30, 2008, they  can save up to $2,000 ($1,000 per person). And those who simply would like to place a deposit on a 2009 river cruise can save up $600 per couple ($300 per person) by booking and depositing by November 30, 2008.

About Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

Los Angeles-based Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection, the premier river cruise company, was recently named to Travel+Leisure’s World’s Best Top 10 Small Cruise Lines, Condé Nast Traveler’s 2008 Gold List and their Reader’s Choice Awards for World’s Top 10 Small Cruise Lines. Uniworld features intimate, elegant boutique, hotel-style cruise ships with an average capacity of 134 guests, an award-winning staff with a ratio of one staff member for every three guests, world-class cuisine, and expertly planned itineraries with custom-blended shore excursions. The company offers over 500 departures on more than 40 itineraries sailing on 12 rivers in over 20 countries throughout Europe, Russia, China and Egypt.

For more information or to book a 2009 Uniworld cruise, please contact call 877.325.7522, or visit www.europe-river-cruise.com.

(Chatsworth, CA) Amadeus Waterways has changed its name to AMA Waterways. The award-winning European river cruise line has taken this step to align the company’s name with its highly-rated fleet of “AMA” vessels operating on the Continent’s legendary rivers. Beginning with the 2006 launch of the MS Amadagio, the line has steadily expanded its “AMA” fleet to include the MS Amalegro (2007), MS Amacello (2008) and MS Amadante (2008). The MS Amalyra and MS Amadolce will join the fleet in 2009, while another two “AMA” vessels are scheduled to debut in 2010.

The newest and most state-of-the-art fleet in Europe, the innovative “AMA” ships carry 148 passengers in unequaled luxury, comfort and style. Features include the most spacious cabins on the rivers; French balconies; plush bedding with down duvets; flat-screen TVs; Infotainment system with complimentary internet access; fluffy terry bathrobes and slippers; spa-quality bath amenities and marble-appointed bathrooms. Each vessel offers complimentary Wi-Fi in the public lounges; complimentary specialty coffees and free-flowing complimentary wine at dinner. The ships also include a fitness center, beauty salon, whirlpool, walking track on the Sun Deck and a fleet of bicycles for passenger use. Each AMA Waterways cruise is accompanied by an elite cruise director, and expert local guides conduct complimentary city tours at each destination.

AMA Waterways’ collection of 16 vacation programs for 2009 includes popular itineraries on the historic Danube, Main, Rhine and Mosel rivers. New for 2009 is the Romantic Danube program, featuring three nights in Prague followed by a cruise from Vilshofen to Budapest. AMA Waterways also offers a unique selection of destination cruises in France, Portugal and Russia. For more information about AMA Waterways please contact your travel agent at 1877 325-7522.