Overview: River Empress was launched in 2001 and later remodeled in 2010. She carries 132 guests.

Accommodation: She has four suites annd 62 category one to five staterooms.

Staterooms and suites include built-in closets, hair dryer, individual climate-control thermostat, direct-dial telephone, infotainment center with flat-screen TV and complimentary movie and entertainment options, and bottled water.

Dining: An elegant restaurant.

Bars/Lounges: Main Lounge with full-service bar and dance floor; Captain’s Lounge with library; patio lounge; sky lounge; and complimentary 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar.

Entertainment: Sun deck with life-size chess and shuffleboard; fitness center; sauna; Serenity River Spa; boutique; and free Internet and Wi-Fi access.

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