The river cruise vessel is now on the way to Vahali Shipyard in the Netherlands for final outfitting
By
Rebecca Gibson |
AmaWaterways took delivery of its newest ship, AmaKristina, on 28 April 2016 at Vahali Shipyard in Serbia.
AmaKristina was launched in water for the first time by her namesake, AmaWaterways’ executive vice president and co-owner Kristin Karst.
The float-out ceremony was also attended by AmaWaterways president and co-owner Rudi Schreiner, who presented long-time shipbuilding partners and friends Koert and Marian Kamphuisen with a memorial plate to mark the occasion. Guests were also able to enjoy a champagne toast, local specialties and a farewell fireworks display.
“We are thrilled to celebrate the latest addition to our AmaWaterways’ fleet, as well as the dedication and friendship of Koert and Marian Kamphuisen,” said Karst. “Part of what makes AmaWaterways so special, we believe, is our careful attention to innovative design. It has been a privilege to work with Koert and Marian over the years and to have them as our partners, bringing our inspiration to life.”
AmaKristina is now being transferred to Vahali Shipyard in the Netherlands by tugboat, which is expected to take three weeks. Once the vessel reaches the Netherlands, engineers will outfit her interiors.
Modelled on the line’s newest ships, AmaStella and AmaViola, AmaKristina has been specifically designed with interconnecting cabins that cater to the multi-generational and group markets. The vessel also features more of AmaWaterways’ signature twin-balcony (French and outside balconies) staterooms. All staterooms are equipped with AmaWaterways’ Entertainment on Demand system, which provides complimentary internet access, the latest movies, a music library and more.
Like her sister ships, AmaKristina also offers The Chef’s Table speciality restaurant, a sun deck, a heated pool with a swim-up bar, and an expanded fitness room, salon and massage area. The fitness and wellness area has also been moved to the lower deck. Guests can also enjoy complimentary unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
AmaKristina will set sail on her inaugural Rhine River cruise on 31 March 2017.