WINE CRUISES 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.

Truffle Treasure Hunting in Provence
The history, allure and flavor of the culinary world's "Black Diamonds"Read more
Wine Cruises – Pairing Wine With Travel
Imagine toasting to the good life aboard an AmaWaterways river cruiseRead more
Strasbourg - Home To The Oldest Wine On Earth?
Go for the wines, but say it’s for the history.Read more
A Roman City in Vienne, France
Vienne, while located in southeastern France, is very much a Roman city.Read more
Prost! Austria's Kremstal Valley Wine Region
Imagine toasting with the perfect glass of sparkling Brut Reserve or a dry, late harvest Riesling or a peppery, fruity Grüner Veltliner right in the Kremstal valley?Read more
Châteauneuf-du-Pape - The Pope's Wine
Thirsting for a papal history lesson as you enjoy a nuanced, flavorful wine with sumptuous texture, intensity and heavenly aromatics including black currants, blackberries and herbs de Provence?Read more
Vinho Verde: The Green Portuguese Wine
Actually, the “Verde” in “Vinho Verde” does not stand for the color green, but rather it refers to green in the context of being young or youthful.Read more
A Golden Portuguese Wine in the Douro Valley
Think Port wine is the only sweet wine under the proverbial Portuguese sun? Well, think again.Read more
A Wine Lover's Heaven on the Rhône
Hermitage, a French wine Appellation d’Origine Controlée (AOC), is one of the most sought-after wines in the world.Read more
Wine and Apricots in the Wachau Valley
Austria’s iconic Wachau Valley, a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site, is not only home to some of the most charming towns and villages but also stunning scenic views and lush vineyards.Read more
What is Rüdesheimer Coffee?
Why just settle for a regular cup of joe? Or even a specially whipped up espresso or caffé macchiato when you can indulge in a classic Rüdesheimer kaffee (aka Rüdesheimer coffee).Read more
The Blessings of a Bénédictine Elixir
How many monks does it take to develop the world-class liqueur of the illustrious Fécamp Monastery, still being served hundreds of years after its introduction?Read more
Icons of Art: Monet in Giverny
Imagine yourself a part of a Monet masterpiece as you step into his lovely gardens at Giverny.Read more
Explore Montmartre Because You Can-Can-Can
Montmartre’s legendary La Vie Bohème – still the bohemian heart and soul of Parisian chic – has long been a siren call to artists and revolutionary thinkersRead more
Bordeaux's Blaye Citadel
One of the greatest military engineers of all time, Sébastian Le Prestre de Vauban built the famed citadel of Blaye in the 17th century to protect Bordeaux.Read more
A Guest Favorite Czech Destination: Krumlov Castle
Travel back in time to explore the beautifully preserved medieval town of Český KrumlovRead more
Lyon: The French Culinary Capital
Mouthwatering bites (or full-on meals)...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
The Best Castle on the Moselle
Castles are always in style – but in 1870s Germany, they were positively en vogue.Read more
Taste Kölsch Beer in Cologne, Germany
“Drinking a Kölsch beer is more than just drinking a beer: it’s like drinking an entire culture.”Read more
The Romance of Heidelberg Castle
Red sandstone ruins, majestic views over the Neckar Valley and green forests, the world’s largest wine barrel – the castle of Heidelberg is one of Germany’s most charming and romantic sights.Read more
The Charms and Tales of Miltenberg, Germany
Seemingly straight from the pages of an old German fairytale….Read more
The Divine Design of Austria's Melk Abbey
“If I had never come here, I would have regretted it.” So said Empress Maria Theresa, in describing Melk Abbey.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
The Idyllic City of Amsterdam
What better city to visit on a river cruise than stunning Amsterdam?Read more
A Glass of Port: Wine Culture in Portugal
Drink in more than the stunning scenery and incredible history during your visit to PortugalRead more
A Siren on the Rhine: The Legend of Lorelei
Not all German legends have been turned into hit animated movies… at least not yet.Read more
Salamanca: Spain's Golden City
With buzzing plazas, a rich history and a golden horizon, Salamanca is not one to missRead more
Sauternes Wine and the Sweet Flavors of Bordeaux
Celebrate life’s sweetest moments with an intoxicating pairing of ultra-rich, honeyed Sauternes wine from Bordeaux.Read more

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Strasbourg, the Capital of Christmas
What could be more romantic for the holidays than kissing under the mistletoe in Strasbourg?
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Insider Tip: Reserve AmaWaterways' Loyalty Cruises
New to river cruising, a guest shares why she’s sticking to Loyalty Cruises – and all the perks that come with them.
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