AmaWaterways wine cruises add a unique epicurean dimension to a variety of itineraries at no additional cost. Join one of these wine cruises with a special wine host and be treated to a menu of exclusive wine and culinary experiences designed to delve deeper into the wonderful flavors and tastes of Europe.
European cities transform into majestic winter wonderlands for the holiday season – and we invite you to experience all their splendor with us. In addition to our variety of daily excursions, you will also have the opportunity to visit festive Christmas Markets in select destinations and participate in nostalgic traditions.
Maximize your Christmas experience by embarking at the height of the holiday market season with daily or near-daily visits to Christmas Markets.
Get "just a taste" of the holidays in mid-November or late December with visits to one or two Christmas Markets during your river cruise.
We are pleased to offer guests the opportunity to experience Floriade in 2022 while sailing along the Rhine River and Dutch and Belgian Waterways between April 14 and October 9. Right outside Amsterdam, this rare experience calls for its visitors to “explore, touch and change” as part of their journey into Floriade – which is set to feature stunning gardens, innovative sustainable gardening exhibits, live entertainment, talk shows, souvenirs and food stalls.
We invite you to join our incredible cruise on the Rhône with a Latin Touch, featuring bilingual cruise managers, daily tours with Spanish-speaking guides, Latin-inspired music nights and other distinctive elements.
Based on the overwhelmingly positive response received from the announcement of our first-ever “Soulful Experience” on the Rhône River in 2023, we are delighted to announce four new opportunities for guests to celebrate their heritage and discover Black history and culture along the rivers with us in 2024.
Join award-winning television host and travel expert, Samantha Brown, Godmother of AmaMagna, as we cruise through four countries along the Danube River. Special events and Travel Talks are included on this exclusive sailing.
Join Chef Joanne Weir, award-winning cookbook author, restaurant owner and host of PBS television series “Plates & Places” as she hosts a special 7-night Flavors of Burgundy river cruise.
We invite you to join our incredible cruise on the Danube with a Latin Touch, featuring bilingual cruise managers, daily tours with Spanish-speaking guides, Latin-inspired music nights and other distinctive elements.
Explore the rich history of classical music along the Danube River where famous composers lived, worked and performed. Plus, be treated to a variety of live performances on this melodious journey.
Based on the overwhelmingly positive response received from the announcement of our first-ever “Soulful Experience” on the Rhône River in 2023, we are delighted to announce four new opportunities for guests to celebrate their heritage and discover Black history and culture along the rivers with us in 2025
Join award-winning television host and travel expert, Samantha Brown, Godmother of AmaMagna, as we cruise through five countries along the Danube River. Special events and Travel Talks are included on this exclusive sailing.
We invite you to join our incredible cruise on the Douro with a Latin Touch, featuring bilingual cruise managers, daily tours with Spanish-speaking guides, Latin-inspired music nights and other distinctive elements.
We invite our loyal past guests to join us once again on these special Loyalty Cruises, offering unique experiences in multiple ports, commemorative gifts, and many more surprises and delights.
Imagine if there was a way to combine luxury river cruising on the iconic Danube with the opportunity to indulge your passion and play golf. We have created the perfect package to enable you to do just that with our Exclusive Concierge Golf Program. Discover Europe, complete with award winning cuisine, incredible service and a choice of excursions in every port, as well as up to 5 rounds of golf at some of the leading championship courses on the continent.
AmaWaterways’ Exclusive Concierge Golf Program is available on select Magna on the Danube cruises sailing aboard the AmaMagna.
Hello! "I'm Kristin Karst, Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of AmaWaterways and I'm passionate about river cruising. Each month, I love to share with you my thoughts, personal stories, travel tips and latest news on the people and places that help turn every mile of our guests' river cruise experience into one of their most cherished memories!"
I am a native Argentinian, working in the travel industry since 2001. As a lover of travel and language, I am fluent in English and Spanish, and conversant in Portuguese and German. I've been with AmaWaterways since 2005 and currently live in Ingolstadt, Germany. Fair warning: I love to dance and sing, and have been known to serenade our passengers!
I was born in the central highlands of Vietnam in a beautifully landscaped town. Becoming a Cruise Manager for AmaWaterways was a big step for my career. In my free time, I am passionate about traveling, reading and both listening to and playing music. In 2005, I began working as a tour leader for many international companies, leading tours throughout Vietnam as well as Indochina. Becoming a Cruise Manager for AmaWaterways has been a big step for my career. In my free time, I am passionate about traveling, reading and both listening to and playing music.
I was born in Soweto, the biggest township in the southwest of Johannesburg. When I was young, I started travelling with the Red Cross all over the world. I joined the travel community 25 years ago and never looked back! I enjoy photography, travelling, food and winemaking, as well as participating in sports and other outdoor activities.
I am a native of Marseille, France, with years of travel experience from the Arctic to the Antarctic. I'm fluent in English and French, conversant in Italian, and now focusing on mastering Spanish. I spend my free time exploring Provence where I enjoy hiking, Nordic walking, dancing and Brazilian music.
Born in the French-speaking region of Switzerland, I made it my life’s goal to explore the world. After years of traveling and living abroad, I decided to become a Cruise Manager for AmaWaterways. I enjoy reading books, hiking, surfing, yoga, biking, running and meditation. As a result of my world travel, I'm fluent in French, German, English and Spanish.
Guiding travelers as a Cruise Manager is my dream come true. It is my pleasure and privilege to introduce people to exciting destinations around the world with my AmaWaterways family! I enjoy technology and always try to keep myself updated with new communications and social networking.
Hailing from Novi Sad, Serbia, I began my travel career as a tourism guide before eventually working my way up to Cruise Manager. I'm fluent in English and many Balkan languages. I live to travel, love to read, enjoy working with people and spend my free time with family and friends.
Born and raised in Germany, I grew up traveling with family and was always fascinated by the destinations featured in travel magazines. I love to share my excitement for travel, culture, and food by guiding travelers along Europe’s rivers. I'm fluent in German, English and Spanish, conversational in French and have too many favorite destinations to count!
I studied translation at the University of Ottawa in Canada before beginning a career in tourism which led me to AmaWaterways in 2011. I've traveled to more than 44 countries and am fluent in English, French and Spanish. As an avid cyclist, I currently live in The Netherlands.
As a Portuguese native, I fell in love with travel and decided to make it my lifelong career. Nowadays, I love to share my knowledge and passion with everyone I sail with. During my free time, I enjoy studying, traveling, experiencing new cultures, and trying different kinds of food! I speak Portuguese, English, and Spanish.
I was born and raised in Romania, at the heart of Eastern Europe. My lifelong passion for travel and storytelling drove me to earn a degree in Marketing and a master's degree in International Affairs. From there, I embarked on my career in the river cruise industry in 2000 and joined the AmaWaterways family in 2007.
Born in the micro-state of Andorra, I always dreamt of exploring the fascinating countries of Europe and the wider world. As an adventurer and explorer, I consider my beloved Africa a second home. Apart from my main love for travel, I love scuba diving and listening to music. I speak fluent Spanish, French, Catalan and English.
Hi everybody! My name is Mariana and I was born in Argentina where I studied hotel management. I lived in the USA, worked on ocean liners and fell in love with AmaWaterways in 2013. Since then, Ama is the only company I work for. I divide my time equally between Buenos Aires and Madrid. I enjoy reading, studying languages, doing Pilates and being with my family.
I grew up in Czechoslovakia and spent time living in Slovakia, Austria, and Germany, and Africa. Passionate about travel and cultural experiences, I started to sail on European rivers in 2006. As a Cruise Manager, I love to take eager travelers across the heart of Europe. Read my Guide to Europe's Easter Markets below for a taste of what you might experience while sailing with us during this holiday!
Born and raised in former Czechoslovakia, I now call the Slovak Republic my home. My career as a Cruise Manager is perfect for me -- where else could you combine a passion for traveling, languages and meeting new people? I'm fluent in English, German and Dutch, and conversational in Slavic languages, Spanish and French. While abroad, I like to buy souvenir coffee cups to bring home as a memento from my travels.
Born and raised in Slovenia, my love for travel led me to different areas in the tourism industry and ultimately led me to be an AmaWaterways Cruise Manager. I'm fluent in Slovenian, English, French and Italian. When not working, I love exploring the world with a camera in hand.
I was born in Manchester and discovered my passion for wine and gastronomy while studying Hospitality and Business Management. Working with AmaWaterways has given me the platform to share my passion for fine wines, local delicacies, and history in some of Europe’s most iconic regions.
I am from beautiful Barcelona, Spain and as a passionate adventure traveler, I knew I had made the right decision when I joined the AmaWaterways family. As a result of my world travels, I am fluent in English, German, Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian and conversational in French. My interests are classically Spanish: I love playing flamenco guitar, reading history, philosophy, and literature, and playing sports, especially Spain’s national sport, soccer.
Originally from Melbourne, Australia, I now live in the Austrian Alps with my wife and two children. In 2006, I joined a then-small “one ship” river cruise company called AmaWaterways, and have remained a top-rated Cruise Manager with AmaWaterways ever since. When I’m not on the rivers, I like to stay active year-round: I enjoy skiing in winter and mountain biking in summer.
Growing up in Brazil, I spent much of my childhood traveling around the world. As a result, I fluently speak English, Spanish and Portuguese. I am also conversant in German and Italian. When not working, I can be found running at the beach, sailing the Mediterranean or volunteering for local non-profit organizations.
Born in Bulgaria, the “Country of Roses,” I grew up on the coast and always loved tourist season. I am fortunate enough to fulfill my passions with my AmaWaterways family. During my free time, I enjoy cooking, kickboxing, roller skating and watching stand-up comedy. My dream is to travel the world in a camper with my husband and dog, learning and developing new skills like singing.
Born in Hungary, I was eager to discover new horizons and to help others experience the magic of foreign travel. After joining AmaWaterways, I discovered that the Cruise Manager role was a perfect fit with my name – "Reka," meaning "river" in Hungarian. I speak Hungarian, English, and German, and spend my free time learning about local history, cuisine, and wildlife.
I was born in The Netherlands and studied to become an engineer before realizing travel was my true passion. I'm fluent in English, German and Dutch, and am lucky to have practiced these languages and more in sought-after destinations around the world. I play guitar, love art, literature, and visiting museums. Beyond guiding river cruises, I am proud to have earned my helicopter piloting license!
After years of guiding tours, becoming a Cruise Manager was a natural next step for me. My two greatest passions in life are traveling and food, both of which I am lucky enough to fulfill while I’m guiding travelers along Europe’s rivers. I'm proficient in English, Spanish, French, and Italian, conversational in Portuguese and on a mission to learn either German or Dutch.
My name is Uwe (pronounced “oo-vuh”), and I was born near Dresden, Germany. With AmaWaterways, I have made a career out of my favorite hobbies, traveling and hiking. I'm fluent in English and German and conversant in French and Russian. The “warmhearted team spirit” of AmaWaterways drew me to become a Cruise Manager in 2008, and I’ve been guiding travelers along Europe’s rivers ever since.
I was born in Novi Sad, Serbia, where I also completed my master’s degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management, leading to my career traveling along the rivers of Europe. I speak my native Serbian, English, and Spanish, and I love to spend free time outdoors with friends, hiking and cycling and traveling the world.
My shining positivity, curious mind, and desire to create lifelong memories with my fellow travelers drew me to become a Cruise Manager with AmaWaterways. I am lucky as the combination of my personality and skills has allowed me to excel in my profession, which also allows me to meet new and interesting people every day.