Cruise the River of Gold on AmaWaterways’ new AmaSintra
It comes as no surprise that AmaWaterways has recently launched its third new elegant ship, AmaSintra to join AmaDouro and AmaVida on the Douro this year.
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Everything you need to know about Portugal’s Douro River, and why it’s Europe’s hottest new river cruise destination
The River Douro, Portugal is gaining in tourism popularity in 2025
Revealed: Inside the new Australian-designed APT river ships that have all of Europe talking
The APT Solara is the first of a revolutionary park, with a restaurant on hydrolics and beautiful interiors.
APT christens its newest ship the APT Solara
The new APT Solara has been christened in Rotterdam by Godmother and co-owner Lou Tandy.
AmaWaterways unveils its newest Douro river ship, AmaSintra
She will join sister ships AmaDouro and AmaVida, offering itineraries in Portugal and Spain’s Douro River Valley.
Another new ship as Victorian Government backs $7.75 million paddlesteamer to transform the Murray River
The new ship is projected to bring an estimated $5.8 million into the local economy.
Australia’s huge increase in shoulder season bookings makes cold cruising hot – here’s what the river lines are doing
River lines are now adding more capacity for cooler months like March, April, October and November to deal with the demand.
CroisiEurope breaks into the Amazon market
CroisiEurope prepares to sail on the Amazon in Brazil 2027
APT christens its Douro River ship, the MS Estrela and announces plans for a second Portugal ship
The ship features 60 staterooms and suites and has a pool on its top deck.
