Christmas Markets on the Danube 2026 Connections

We have gathered these unique stories, recipes, interviews, and testimonials to enrich and inspire you before your journey with AmaWaterways. In anticipation of your upcoming river cruise, we hope you see how an unforgettable travel experience can truly be yours when sailing with us along the rivers of Europe, Asia, Africa and South America.

Hot Mulled Wine Recipe
Glühwein: an essential part of winter in EuropeRead more
The Queen of Christmas Markets in Budapest
Christmastime in Budapest is like no place else in the world.Read more
One Family's Christmas Market Experience
Past guest Carl Stumpe traveled with his wife and adult children on our Iconic Christmas Markets cruise. We interviewed Carl and his daughter Anne about their family travel experience below.Read more
Wiener Schnitzel Recipe
Wiener Schnitzel: Not Just an American Hot Dog Stand.Read more
Hungarian Goulash Recipe
Though many variations of Goulash exist, ours is a traditional, authentic recipe from the very heart of Hungary.Read more
Trace The Sound of Music in Salzburg, Austria
The hills are alive with the sound of music in the stunningly historic town of Salzburg, Austria.Read more
Vienna's Traditional Christmas Cheer
Imagine getting into the yuletide spirit in romantic Vienna, singing your favorite Christmas melodies in one of the musical capitals of the world.Read more
Make a List, Czech it Twice in Prague
Santa can’t have all the traveling fun during the holiday season. And part of the joy of traveling to the European Christmas Markets is learning about unique traditions along the way.Read more
A Taste of Pilsner Beer
No need to adjust your beer goggles: when you visit Pilzen, you’re sure to be seeing (and drinking) beer just about everywhere.Read more
Vienna's Celebrated Sacher-Torte Chocolate Cake
Chocolate lovers everywhere, rejoice! And set your sights on Vienna, that glittering city of kaffehaus culture and scrumptious cakes.Read more
Vienna's Fantastical Schönbrunn Palace
Gilded, glittering glamor whose opulent beauty only rivals Versailles – and Schönbrunn Palace was originally just supposed to be a summer residence.Read more
The Music of Vienna
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Johann Strauss II – with native sons like these, it’s no wonder that classical music continues to reverberate through the streets of Austria – particularly Vienna.Read more
Highlights of Budapest
Welcome to the grand cosmopolitan city of Budapest – long a center of great beauty, elegance and sophistication.Read more
Dürnstein, Austria: the Pearl of the Wachau
Dürnstein is one of the most visited regions in the iconic Wachau Valley...Read more

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The Danube River for the Active Traveler
A triathlete shares recommendations from his Romantic Danube sailing.
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Interview With Our Award-Winning Chef of Chefs
Culinary Director Robert Kellerhals shares his background, passion and secrets of the kitchen
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Linzer Torte Recipe
This legendary jam-filled shortcake pastry is the oldest known cake in the world.
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