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European River Cruise Jobs

Pro Sea Staff has set up recruitment relationships with two established river cruise lines and employs culinary and hospitality cruise ship staff for UNIWORLD River Cruises and RIVER ADVICE . Both cruise line companies operate a fleet of cruise ships based in different cities in Europe (Paris, Budapest, Vienna, Venice, Amsterdam, etc.) and sail on rivers in Europe for itineraries that may vary from 7 to 14 days.

River cruise careers

Working on river cruises is in many ways very similar to working on sea or ocean cruise lines . The work schedules are 7 days per week, the hours are long, the work can be difficult but, as it is the case with ocean cruise lines, there are tremendous opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

Cruise ship jobs in Europe

As river cruise lines operate in Europe , they are required by the authorities of the countries they visit to hire  European passport holders  only and they can only issue  European contracts . The river cruise lines we work with issue either Swiss, French or Cyprus contracts. This is a very important benefit for river cruise line employees as they will be entitled to many of the social advantages and benefits offered by European job contracts (pension plans, paid vacation, paid overtime, etc.)

• Employment Opportunities

Are you seeking a position with an organization that truly acts in accordance with its values and demonstrates them each day through personal commitment and leadership? At AmaWaterways, our values drive how we work and why we achieve so much together.

USA AVAILABLE POSITION:

• River Cruise Specialist - (Los Angeles Headquarters Office - Calabasas CA USA)
• Personal River Cruise Planner - (Los Angeles Headquarters Office - Calabasas CA USA)
• Operations Coordinator - (Los Angeles Headquarters Office – Calabasas, CA USA)

EUROPE AVAILABLE POSITION:

• Wellness Host
• Department: Reservations
• Reports to:Vice President, Reservations

Position Summary

This position is primarily responsible for selling the company’s Product to Travel Agencies and direct guests, providing telephone customer support services by performing the following duties.

Essential duties and responsibilities: Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Exceeds travel partner and guest expectations through the completion of all reservation and sales related processes as listed.
• Handles inbound sales lead calls to convert calls into sales.
• Emphasizes salable features, quotes prices, and payment terms.
• Takes payments accurately.
• Makes outbound lead follow-up calls to potential and existing customers by telephone and e-mail to qualify leads and sell products and services.
• Answers questions and recommends corrective services to address customer complaints.
• Overcomes technical and business objections of prospective customers.
• Builds and maintains customer relationships.
• Oversees quality control of bookings to maintain integrity of product.
• Handles high call volume, navigates system software, and utilizes Outlook.
• Books cruises, generates invoices and follows up with travel agents and/or direct guests.
• Develops and nurtures relationships with travel agencies and/or direct clients.
• Updates and maintains the reservation data base and verifies client information and makes necessary corrections to new and existing bookings.
• Requests air quotes through in-house air department.
• Quotes prices and payment terms.

Accountability: Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include efficient and timely response to each travel agent and guest call, accurate recording of information and order taking.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Intellectual

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well independently and in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Interpersonal

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions; demonstrates group presentation skills; participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for spelling and grammar; varies writing style to meet needs; presents numerical data effectively; able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Leadership - Accepts feedback from others.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Organization

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability.
• Cost Consciousness - Contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.
• Organizational support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.

Self-management

• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Motivation - Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently.
• Operations Coordinators - Coordination and planning of specific client requests - ongoing/ often daily
• Air Department - obtaining air schedule - daily
• Accounting - Handles all Payments/Credit processing.
• Information Technology (IT) Department– reporting reservation system errors - as required and escalating when not resolved in a timely fashion
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.
• Safety And Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work.

Business Related Contacts:

• Operations Coordinators - Coordination and planning of specific client requests -ongoing/ often daily

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education And/or Experience: High School Diploma or equivalent; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence in a professional manner while demonstrating business ethic and customer service. Ability to speak clearly and effectively via telephone, in person and before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, by adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge and application of: Internet Software; Spreadsheet Software (Excel); Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook); and Presentation Software (PowerPoint), and Reservation Software.

Other Skills And Abilities:

• Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal communication, and computer skills.
• Clear and conceptual thinking ability is a plus.
• Excellent judgment and discretion; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle work-related stress is required.
• Friendly, courteous, service-oriented, professional, outgoing, and customer service oriented.
• Remains calm and professional in stressful situations.
• Detail-oriented and work effectively under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines.
• Must be able to work independently and productively with minimum supervision.
• Recognizes problems, identifies possible causes, and resolves routine problems.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional atmosphere for employees, clients, and customers.

Other Qualifications:

• Able to work a flexible schedule to include weekends.
• Good knowledge, preferably through personal experience, of world geography, foreign countries.
• At least three (3) years of sales and/or customer service experience or a combination of both.
• Requires a result-oriented sales professional with strong closing skills.
• Requires domestic and international travel on an as needed basis.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and color vision.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Please send your resumes to [email protected] .

This position is primarily responsible for selling the company product to direct guests and providing telephone customer support services by performing the following duties.

• Exceeds guest expectations through the completion of all reservation and sales related processes as listed.
• Books cruises, generates invoices and follows up with direct guests from the time of inquiry to post-sale.
• Updates and maintains the reservation database and verifies client information and makes necessary corrections to new and existing bookings.
• Promotes sales to direct consumers by initiating outbound calls, acts on leads and/or prospects in order to identify travel needs, presents AmaWaterways products, articulates points of differentiation and makes travel recommendations using a prescribed sales process.
• Uses effective sales techniques, including qualifying, cross-selling, up-selling and value communication to ensure high sales conversion.
• Pre-qualifies consumers to identify any existing or preferred travel agency relationships and partner with those travel agencies to close the sale and allocate credit to the travel agency.
• Builds rapport and long-term relationships with customers by understanding heir motivation, expectations, and needs. Delivers on commitments in a timely fashion, removes barriers to closing sales and ensures exceptional customer experiences. Throughout time, proactively and consistently seeks opportunities to promote and sell AmaWaterways vacations based on the customer’s travel history and needs.
• Excels in customer service through frequent, and relevant, pre- and post-cruise customer engagement using our prescribed service process.
• Works with other departments to assist customers in securing accurate information and fulfilling customer requests and inquiries in an efficient and timely manner.
• Acquires in-depth company, industry, and destination knowledge in order to articulate cruise product features, benefits, pricing, and competitive differences.
• Multitasks particularly in the use of multiple database systems and computer-based resources including Salesforce, Seaware, and SharePoint.
• Displays and projects a positive company image at all times.

Accountability: Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include efficient and timely response to each travel agent and guest call, accurate recording of information and order taking.

• Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflicts, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale an
• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; accepts feedback from others.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decisionmaking process; makes timely decisions.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Operations Coordinators – Coordinates and plans specific client requests – ongoing/often/daily.
• Air Department – Obtains air schedule daily.
• Accounting – Handles all payments/credit processing.
• Information Technology (IT) Department – Reports reservation system errors as required and escalates when not resolved in a timely fashion.

Education And/or Experience: One year certificate from college or technical school, or three to six months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Mathematical Skills: AAbility to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportion, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of and be proficient in: Internet Software, Spreadsheet Software, Word Processing Software, Electronic Mail Software, Presentation Software, In-house Reservation Software.

• Excellent organizational, leadership, interpersonal communication and computer skills.
• Excellent judgment and discretion.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously, meet deadlines, and handle workrelated stress is required.
• Must be able to work independently and productively within minimum supervision.
• Recognizes problems, identifies possible causes and resolves routine problems.
• Able to work a flexible schedule including weekends.
• At least three years of sales and/or customer service experience or a combination of both.
• Requires a results-oriented sales professional with strong closing skills.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Department: Operations
• Reports to: Chief Operations Officer

This position is primarily responsible for coordinating and overseeing the successful operation of one, or more ships through the flow of information to Hotels, Ground Suppliers, and European Staff and internally with group and sales agents by performing the following duties.

• Work to a set Calendar of tasks for day to day operations.
• Maintains hotel blocks, releases and requests space, including extra nights and upgrades.
• Run reports.
• Creates accurate manifests to convey appropriate cruise information and sends to necessary suppliers, utilizing the reservation system.
• Confirms services with ground suppliers through monthly updating of passenger numbers.
• Maintains costing sheets per departure for costing control.
• Generates, compiles, packages and sends customer final documents.
• Works with the Group Department to ensure all groups run smoothly.
• Coordinates any requests for custom services, in a timely manner and quote pricing to the end-user.
• Answers operations questions from the Reservations (Group and FIT) department.
• Works with the Air Department to ensure air tickets are issued in time and accurately.
• Negotiates with suppliers for contracted and custom services.
• Validates online tour selection menu for each cruise.

Accountability:

Quality control through the accurate reporting of data to suppliers – either confirming services or passenger numbers or through accurate information on manifests and emails. Control costs through managing confirmed services. Carries out responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Intellectual:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs workflows and procedures.
• Design - Generates creative solutions; translates concepts and information into images; uses feedback to modify designs; applies design principles; demonstrates attention to detail.
• Project Management - Develops project plans; coordinates projects; communicates changes and progress; completes projects on time and budget; manages project team activities.

Interpersonal:

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

Leadership:

• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; provides vision and inspiration to peers.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others.

Organization:

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; displays orientation to profitability; demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; benefits organization through outside activities; supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
• Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; understands organization’s strengths and weaknesses; analyzes market and competition; identifies external threats and opportunities; adapts strategy to changing conditions.

Self-management:

• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; measures self against standard of excellence; takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; develops realistic action plans.
• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; meets challenges with resourcefulness; generates suggestions for improving work; develops innovative approaches and ideas; presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others’ attention.
• Reservations (Group/FIT) Department – Coordinator of all land-related requests/activities. Ensures all custom/special requests are booked.

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportion, percentages, area, circumference and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of and be proficient in: Database Software, Internet Software, Inventory Software, Project Management Software, Spreadsheet Software, Word Processing Software, Electronic Mail Software, In-house Reservation Software.

• Operations experience required.
• Knowledge of geography is helpful.
• At least one year of experience required.
• Ability to analyze the risk, benefit, and impact of decision on the present and future business environment prior to taking action.
• Ability to look at situations from several points of view.
• Advance spreadsheet and computer skills.
• Ability to work with internal and external senior level executives.
• Demonstrable competence in team building, development of objectives and goals, and goal accomplishment.
• Exceptionally strong leadership and management capabilities.
• May require some travel on an as needed basis.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continually required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required by this job includes close vision and color vision.

To apply please click this link https://www.ondemandassessment.com/link/index/JB-TH81E7IMI?u=1100423 . You will be asked to provide your name and contact email address and to upload your resume. As part of the application process, you will also have to complete two online tests: a Cognitive Aptitude Test and an Employee Personality Profile.

Point of Contact: Ryan Ahern

Whether on the French Rivers such as Seine or Bordeaux Estuary, the Rhine from Amsterdam to Basel, the lovely Moselle River or the Danube through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Serbia, Croatia, Romania and Bulgaria the Amawaterways Boutique vessels, designed for well-being and relaxation, offers its guests customised service and personal hospitality at the highest level. Be a part of it!

For the fleet of Amawaterways we require Wellness Host who makes every day on the River a fascinating and active experience and which considers the title “premium“ to refer to its own performance.

The language on board with the passengers is English. Therefore, an excellent knowledge of English language is compulsory.

Requested QUALIFICATION and FEATURES

• organizational skills
• Good manners, kindness and cordiality
• Responsibility
• Team spirit and resilience
• flexibility and willingness to learn
• communicative, positive and motivating
• strong service orientation and warm hosts

Qualified Personal Trainer or Group Exercise Instructor certificate/studies is essential!

Basic anatomical knowledge

Extended and every year refreshed First Aid is mandatory

Work Description and Primary Responsibilities:

• Offer a minimum of 4 Sessions (30-45min) but up to 7 per day. Base Classes which should be offered by Everyone:Morning stretches, Active Walks, Core Strengthening, Resistance Bands, One on One (if there is a demand)
• One educational talk/lecture As well as the Introduction talk for the program at the beginning of the cruise
• Responsible for the cleaning of the Gym Area
• Help with the Bike Setup and assisting in being a Backup Guide on the Tours
• Hospitality desk hours

Are you a European passport holder and interested in becoming part of the AmaWaterways family? Please send your application to [email protected] .

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These files follow the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) defined layout and are in the CMS approved format (JSON) and are not meant for a consumer-friendly search of rates, benefits, or cost sharing. These files will be published on anthem.com/ca and kp.org and will be updated on the first day of each month. Please refer to the member resources available through anthem.com/ca and kp.org for this information.

The links ( https://www.anthem.com/ca/machine-readable-file/search ; kp.org ) will allow you to search for your files using your Employer Identification Number (EIN). When using the search option, the page will display links to several files, including:

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• Out-of-Area Rates (applicable when members use providers in non-Anthem states.)

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Your job on board our river cruise ships

Follow the most beautiful waterways in europe.

River cruises offer new perspectives, goals and challenges every day. Follow the Danube to the Black Sea , admire the Eiffel Tower from the Seine or explore Vienna  with your colleagues. With enthusiasm and motivation for your job you have the best career opportunities – with commitment and team spirit you can make friends for life . Discover the most beautiful ports in Europe with us!

How does it feel to explore Europe while living and working on river cruise ships ? Get an overview of the fleets and the jobs on board our river ships !

What makes working and living on board river ships special

The special thing about a job on board a river cruise ship is not just the exciting routes through the most beautiful river landscapes in Europe and other parts of the world. Due to the small size of the ships and the small number of guests , you have the opportunity to provide individual service . One big difference to ocean cruises is that most river cruise ships do not operate all year round. Most river ships take a break for several months in the winter . So you can work on board for a whole season – shorter assignments or contracts over the summer months are also possible.

Routes and current positions

Have you always wanted to see the fireworks on the Rhine and admire the lavender fields along the Seine? With your job on board our river ships you will get special insight into the ports and cultures of Europe – here the journey is the destination ! As you travel from city to city on board a river ships, you will pass by the most beautiful landscapes in Europe. Since river ships usually dock at the centre of the cities, you can explore metropolises such as Strassbourg or Avignon without long journeys or even do so on foot . The shipping areas vary depending on the cruise line. The highlights are Paris, Amsterdam or Vienna, Budapest and Belgrade . Cruises on the Nile in Egypt or the Mekong in Asia are also particularly exciting. You can find out the exact routes and destinations on the websites of the cruise lines.

A look behind the scenes

In our video you can find out what jobs there are on board river cruise ships, what life and work on board is like and how unique the team spirit is.

What awaits you on board our river ships

The work on board a river cruise ship is unique – especially because of the small number of guests and a maximum of 30 to 60 crew members . The team comes from all over the world, and the guests are also often international – so English is a basic requirement on river boats. German is also relevant in interaction with the guests. Openness, understanding and mutual respect are important for working on board. We expect qualified, dedicated commitment, combined with the right amount of passion for the catering and hotel sector. During your contract you will work 7 days a week – with 2 days off a month that you can use to explore the destinations. We also support our crew members by means of the “sea chefs – The Journey” program with further education measures and training. Always be a ship’s length ahead: The personal development of every single crew member is very important to us – therefore with a lot of motivation and commitment our crew members have a good chance of building a career within a short time.

Teamwork is dreamwork - and passion for your job is the key! You want part of our world. Class. Team. be on board our river ships? We offer great job opportunities in F&B, Housekeeping, Front Office, Spa and more.

Do you have any questions in advance? For all basic questions about working & living on board, you can reach us Monday to Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. via our free applicant hotline: 00 800 1155 7788 .

Current vacancies on board of river cruise ships

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Your friends. Your colleagues. Your team. Would you like to get a taste of life as a crew member? We share the #WorldClassMoments of our crew on board with you on our social media channels! Please note: Travelling is contagious! Follow us!

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Pastry Chef / River Cruise Boats EU

Salary: €1600.00 net pay per month + tips

Location:  Cruise boat travelling trough the European Union

Shifts: 10 hours per day, overtime availability

Job Description:   Prepare a wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies, pies, bread etc. following traditional and modern recipes. Create new and exciting desserts to renew our menus and engage the interest of customers. Decorate pastries using different icings, toppings etc. to ensure the presentation will be beautiful and exciting. Check the quality of material and condition of equipment and devices used for cooking. Guide and motivate pastry assistants and bakers to work more efficiently.

Requirements:  Proven experience as Pastry Chef, Baker or relevant role for the minimum of two years. Great attention to detail and creativity. Knowledge of English or German language level A2, B1.

Cabin Laundry Steward / River Cruise Boats EU

Salary: €1200.00 net pay  per month + tips

Location:  Cruise boat travelling trough the European Union

Job Description:  Daily cleaning of passenger cabins.  Performing a variety of cleaning activities such as sweeping, mopping, dusting and polishing. Ensure all passenger cabins are cared for and inspected according to standards. Deal with reasonable complaints/requests with professionalism and patience. Adhere strictly to rules regarding health and safety.

Requirements:  Proven experience as a cleaner or housekeeper. Ability to work with little supervision and maintain a high level of performance. Working quickly without compromising quality. Knowledge English or German language level A2.

Restaurant, Bar Steward / River Cruise Boats EU

Salary:  from €1500.00 to €1700.00 net pay per month + tips

Job Description:   Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons. Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks. Assess customers’ needs and preferences and make recommendations. Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails. Plan and present bar menu. Stay passengers focused and nurture an excellent passenger experience. Comply with all food and beverage regulations.

Requirements:  Resume and proven working experience as a bartender. Excellent knowledge of in mixing, garnishing and serving drinks. Positive attitude and excellent communication skills. Ability to keep the bar organised, stocked and clean. Knowledge English or German language level A2, B1.

Dishwasher / River Cruise Boats EU

Salary: €1100.00 net pay  per month + tips

Job Description:  Operate the industrial dishwasher. Wash glassware and other implements by hand when necessary. Empty and clean all trash receptacles. Rotate dishes to reduce wear and tear on resources. Clean dish storage. Clean up spills or broken glassware immediately. Report any sanitation or janitorial issues to the appropriate party.

Requirements:  No experience required. Willingness to work in hot, humid environment and on your feet for 10-hour shifts. Knowledge English or German language is welcome.

Cook / River Cruise Boats EU

Salary: €1.700 net pay per month + tips

Job Description:  Prepares foods to the specifications of the client. Prepares food before the arrival of guests. Makes adjustments to food items to accommodate guests with allergies or specific diet concerns. Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgement and experience. Operates various kitchen appliance such as a blender, oven, grill, or stand mixer. Assists other cooks during the food assembly process. Prepares any necessary sauces or accompaniments before meal service begins. Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served. 

Requirements:  Proven experience as cook. Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake-ware. Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods. Ability to work in a team. Knowledge English or German language level A2, B1.

Chef De Partie / River Cruise Boats EU

Job Description:  Takes care of daily food preparation and duties assigned by the superiors to meet the standard and the quality set by the Restaurant. Follows the instructions and recommendations from the immediate superiors to complete the daily tasks. Coordinates daily tasks with the Sous Chef. Responsible to supervise junior chefs or commits. Able to estimate the daily production needs and checking the quality of raw and cooked food products to ensure that standards are met. Ensure that the production, preparation and presentation of food are of the highest quality at all times. Should be able to set an example to others for personal hygiene and cleanliness on and off duty.

Requirements:   Knowledge of all standard procedures and policies pertaining to food preparation, receiving, storage and sanitation.  Full awareness of all menu items, their recipes, methods of production and presentation standards.  Proven experience as chef. Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bake-ware. Ability to work in a team. Knowledge English or German language level B1, B2.

Receptionist / River Cruise Boats EU

Salary: €1200.00 - €1500.00 net pay per month + tips

Job Description:   Process all guests at embarkation/registration according to the embarkation SOP. This includes, check-in, collecting passports and other documents. Issue boarding cards to each guest embarking. Process guest credit-card vouchers for eventual settlement of their voyage Account. Ensure that all guest complaints received at the Reception Desk are either settled immediately or referred to the relative party for follow up. Guest to be promptly advised of all actions taken. Become knowledgeable concerning all facets of shipboard organisation and services, ports of call and shore excursions. Receive and inventory lost and found items. Inventory of found items has to be completed in a presence of person submitting them and both parties sign inventory log. Maintain a log of all found items and reports of lost items. Ensure that the Reception area is kept in a presentable, clean and orderly manner at all times. Prepares the Berthing list, Guest lists, Party invitations, Gift Orders and special notes from the Ship’s management to the guests.

Requirements:  International experience / shipboard experience is an asset. Ability to work independently, service and sales oriented and guest focused, positive personality and professional appearance. Flexible and stress resistant, team player, shows commitment, high level of integrity, tactful and courteous. Knowledge of English or German language on level B1, B2.

Hairstylist / River Cruise Boats EU

Salary: €1200.00 net pay per month + tips

Job Description:   Consulting with clients on stylistic options for their hair. Listening to client needs to determine their preferences. Describing different hair care products and their benefits. Shampooing, cutting, colouring and highlighting hair. Performing scalp treatments. Acting as salespersons to sell clients hair care retail products. Building a personal relationship with clients to ensure return visits. Adhering to salon safety and cleanliness standards. Managing bookings and welcoming clients into the store. Keeping updated on hairstyle trends and styling methods.

Requirements:  Previous experience as a Hair Stylist or colourist. A wide pallet of styling and colouring techniques. Proficiency with hot irons, curlers and blow-dryers. Creative mindset and a good eye for design. Knowledge of English or German language on level A2, B1

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Jobs river cruises in europe.

If you speak English, you hold a European passport and you are into customer service, pack your bags! You can work in River Cruises 3*, 4*, 5* in Europe: Danube, Rhine and Moselle. We are looking for directors, front office staff, waiters and waitresses, housekeeping, cooks… Accommodation + meals + salary. We accept individuals, couples and groups.

The Jobs River Cruises in Europe program includes: Help and information before your departure , personalized Interview (evaluation of you language level and expectations related to the program) , correction of your CV and Cover Letter , job placement before departure , accommodation and meals at the River Cruise where you will be working, and a monthly salary , support during all your stay, employer will help with opening a bank account, 1 month online English course if you need to improve your English.

Price 996 euros

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Ciprian Ghitulescu joined Uniworld in 2009 as a Chef de Partie, but before that he studied accounting and economics at University. Fortunately for us, he eventually decided to return to his true love -- cooking!

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Laurentia has been a Uniworld Sommelier since 2012. She was already an expert on wine when she joined the company, but started her career with us as a waitress.

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Daniela comes from Romania and has been working for Uniworld since 2010. She currently works as a purser.

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Want a career that will take you places.

Then a position on the AMADEUS river cruise ships could be for you! New friends, fun, amazing opportunities and real job satisfaction in one of the fastest growing sectors of the world economy await! As a result of our continued growth, we offer career opportunities on the award-winning AMADEUS fleet of 15 river ships for quick-thinking, hard-working and guest-focused individuals.

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Make the majestic Danube River your home away from home. Become a crew member today and live your best life aboard one of our luxury cruise ships!

Many people pay top dollar to sail aboard the Albertina, the Princess Isabella, the Princess Sisi, or the Princess Katharina so they can explore the enchanting cities of Budapest, Vienna, and Passau from a nautical new perspective. But as a member of our crew, you can experience all of that for free – and get paid while doing it! It’s an exciting job and a great opportunity to save money whilst meeting interesting people from all around the world.

Life on board

Our ships are equipped to meet the highest industry standards, and we expect nothing less from our crew. Most of our guests come from German-speaking countries – i.e. Germany, Austria, and Switzerland – so fluency in German or English is a must for servicing our guests.

Enjoy all the perks that come with being a crew member, including free meals and accommodation provided to you all throughout your voyage. Depending on your position, you’ll be set up in a comfortable single- to triple-occupancy cabin.

Working on a Riseday cruise liner means traversing Europe’s most picturesque rivers and canals from March to October. And during the winter season, our vessels also play host to charming Christmas cruises, offering a unique way to celebrate the holidays.

While extended periods away from home are part of the job, thrilling adventures await those who are ready to embrace them. So why not seize the opportunity? Reach out to us today and become part of our team where you’ll make magical memories that last a lifetime.

Company Overview

Riseday Ltd. is the one of the leading´s independent manager of river passenger ships o European rivers. We offer many of career opportunities for those who seek to be a part of a professional company. At Riseday Ltd. we place a high value on service and professionalism, ensuring that our clients and passengers feel like they are always receiving the best treatment.

Tasks / Responsibilities

• Dishwashing of china and maintenance of all galley equipment and tools
• Daily cleaning of dishwash area and all galley sections
• Active assistance with preparation works
• Implementation of our quality standards in the galley
• Compliance with HACCP requirements and labeling
• Active support with deliveries and loadings

Requirements

• Completed school or training
• Experience in a comparable position
• High sense for cleanliness and hygiene
• Knowledge of the tools and functions in the galley
• Good communication skills in English and / or German
• Excellent team work and discipline
• according to experience, from 1200€ net plus tip

We are looking forward to receive your application.

The company reserves the right to change/extend this job description if necessary at any point of time during her/his employment

• Cooking at the highest level, at all sections and according to specified recipes
• Relieving the Executive Chef
• Professional food handling including buffet and guest service
• Co-responsible for compliance with all HACCP requirements
• Completed apprenticeship or specialized training as a cook
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience in a comparable position
• In-depth knowledge of the menu and all food items
• Professional knowledge of the tools and functions in the galley
• Professional communication skills in English and / or German
• Leadership skills, team work and expertise
• according to experience, from 2000€ net plus tip
• Responsible for the breakfast preparation
• Active assistance of preparing daily meals
• Minimum 1 year of professional experience in a comparable position
• In-depth knowledge of the menu and food
• Excellent team work and expertise
• Developing fresh ideas for designing our menus
• according to experience, from 1500€ net plus tip
• Highest level of management of all galley crew
• Main responsibility for all meals and food items served on board
• Main responsibility for stock management and food cost
• Main responsibility for compliance with all HACCP requirements
• Main responsibility for implementing all galley and food standards
• Active liaison with guests and ensure the highest customer satisfaction
• Completed apprenticeship or specialized training as an Executive Chef
• according to experience, from 3000€ net plus tip
• Co-responsible for a section in the galley
• according to experience, from 1300€ net plus tip

Housekeeping

• Daily laundering of all linen, towels and table clothes
• Correct handling of the guest laundry and crew uniforms
• Ensuring and adhering to our quality and service standards
• Careful handling of cleaning material according to HACCP regulations
• Active support of the other departments on board
• Friendly and service-oriented personality
• Well-groomed appearance
• Excellent teamwork

We are looking forward to receive your application The company reserves the right to change/extend this job description if necessary at any point of time during her/his employment

• Responsible for the entire Housekeeping team on board incl. Laundry operation
• Maintain control of external laundered linen and uniforms
• Ensuring impeccable cleanliness inside of the ship
• Ensuring implementation of all quality and service standards
• Responsible for hygiene according to HACCP regulations
• Completed school or specialized training in Housekeeping
• In-depth knowledge of all HACCP related topics
• Professional handling of internal tools such as industrial cleaning material
• according to experience, from 1800€ net plus tip
• Daily service of the guest cabins and public areas
• Active work and support in the on board-laundry

We are looking forward to receive your application

Nautical Department

Riseday Ltd. is the one of the leading´s independent manager of river passenger ships o European rivers. We are looking for an experienced 1 st captain to take charge of our vessel´s. For this position you should have strong understanding of technical systems of the ships and be able to ensure it’s safe navigation on the Rhine, Danube, Main and Moselle.  

• Management of the assigned vessel
• Navigation of the ship in compliance with all statutory regulations
• Collaboration and communication with Infrastructure Operations River
• Taking responsibility for the safety of the onboard crew and the vessel
• Cost-conscious use of all consumables (fuel, water etc.
• Administrative processes and timely submission of all reports
• Make sure that the guests feel comfortable
• Proven training and experience in a similar position
• Necessary river´s patent´s  
• Ability to handle stressful situations and stay calm when facing stress or pressure
• Safe navigation of the ship with compliance of all regulations
• Ensure safe ship operation even in difficult weather / water level conditions
• Independent and flexible
• according to experience,   from 3000€ net

Riseday Ltd. is the one of the leading´s independent manager of river passenger ships o European rivers. We are looking for an experienced 2 nd captain to take charge of our vessel´s. For this position you should have   understanding of technical systems of the ships and be able to ensure it’s safe navigation on the Rhine, Danube, Main and Moselle.  

• Deputy of the 1 st Captain
• Good contact with the authorities, WSP, ports, etc.
• Planning and execution of the safety exercises
• Ensure crew is wearing personal protective equipment – life jacket, safety shoes…
• Train new employees and explain their function within the safety role
• Co-responsible for the impeccable cleanliness, hygiene and order on board
• At least 2 years of work experience as a 2nd Captain
• according to experience,   from 2500€ net

Riseday Ltd. is the one of the leading´s independent manager of river passenger ships o European rivers. We are looking for an experienced 3th captain to take charge of our vessel´s. For this position you should have   understanding of technical systems of the ships and be able to ensure it’s safe navigation on the Rhine, Danube, Main and Moselle.  

• Support the 2 nd Captain for safe & proper navigation of the vessel
• At least 2 years of work experience  
• according to experience,   from 1500€ net

Riseday Ltd. is the one of the leading´s independent manager of river passenger ships o European rivers.   The Bosun supervises the maintenance of the ship and assists the Chief Engineer and Captain ´s.

• Responsible to assign the daily work and to make sure it is completed on schedule
• Taking care of and operating the ship
• Responsible for the impeccable cleanliness, hygiene and order on board
• Maintaining the external appearance of the ship and anchors.
• Familiar with the security role and understand his duties
• Help maintain safety standards on the ship.
• Responsible for the external appearance of the ship
• Conducts emergency drills and actual emergencies.
• At least 1 years of work experience as deckhand  
• Decisive and assertive
• Fire-fighting skills, first aid knowledge
• according to experience,   from 1300€ net  

Riseday Ltd. is the one of the leading´s independent manager of river passenger ships o European rivers.   The Chief Engineer on a cruise ship is responsible for maintaining the various ship’s systems. This includes systems such as the engines and their controls, the electrical systems, the pumps and hydraulics, and more.

• Maintain deck machinery
• Repair, and maintain the ship’s systems
• Maintain Air conditioning units
• Inspect for structural problems
• Ensure the ship stays watertight
• Supervise fueling and quality
• Obtain maximum use of fuel
• Prepares the ship to be ready at all times for inspection
• Good mathematics skills.
• Strong team worker and able to motivate the crew
• according to experience, from 1500€ net  

Riseday Ltd. is the one of the leading´s independent manager of river passenger ships o European rivers.   The sailor is subordinate to the captain or his representative and assumes a special role during emergencies.

• Responsible for safety on board of the ship as assigned by the Captain
• Compliance with the guidelines, instructions (nautical manual) and regulations
• Report damage, issues and concern immediately to the Captain
• Responsible for the operational readiness of the rescue boat
• according to experience, from 1000e net  
• Service-oriented support for our international guests
• Implementation of the quality standards at the reception
• Independent execution of all reception work
• Cash accounting, daily and monthly statements
• Use of the hotel program and MS Office
• Compliance with safety standards and legal regulations
• At least 2 years of experience in a comparable position
• Advanced written and spoken English and / or German
• Sound IT skills at ICDL level
• High ability to work in a team and resistance to stress
• Security rounds during the night
• Completion of administrative tasks and preparation of the night audit report
• Preparation for embarkation, disembarkation
• active support of all departments
• Minimum year experience in a comparable position
• Responsible for ensuring a smooth operation of the entire Hotel department on board
• Representing the Company spirit at all times and providing professional and courteous service
• Distributing information within the team and exchanging information between all departments with Nautical and Cruise Director
• Ensuring a clear line of communication with all shore-side partners and the Head office
• Professionally cooperating with local authorities during inspections and audits.
• Monitoring the duty schedule following legal requirements
• according to experience, from 3200€ net plus tip
• Responsible for the entire front office area
• Responsible for a smooth embarkation and disembarkation
• according to experience, from 1700€ net plus tip

Restaurant and Bar

• Service-oriented assistance to our international guests
• Implementation of quality standards in the restaurant/bar
• Independent handling of a service station
• Perform all mise-en-place duties
• Cooperation in bar and deck events
• Experience in a coparable position
• In-depth knowledge of food and beverage
• Good communication skills in professional English and / or in German
• Excellent teamwork and stress resistance
• Responsible for the entire service on board including bar and restaurant
• High awareness for a service-oriented, professional guest care
• Responsible for all service standards including implementation and training
• Responsible for cost control, orders, stocks, daily closings, inventories
• Active presence at all official events
• Completed training or specialist training for F&B
• At least 2 years of professional experience in a comparable position
• Thorough knowledge of all F&B areas
• Professional handling of internal tools such as computer and cash register system
• Leadership skills, teamwork and expertise
• according to experience, from 2200€ net plus tip
• Relieving the Maitre d´Hotel
• Co-responsible for the entire service on board including bar and restaurant
• At least 1 years of professional experience in a comparable position

What we offer / Crew benefits

• Interdepartmental career growth opportunities
• Attractive Remuneration
• A tip money while sailing
• 1 day off per week
• Bonus opportunities – for Head of department Positions
• „Free of charge cruises“ For family member or friend of HODs or Hotel Manager
• Free of charge excursions
• Maltese Contract
• Paid or unpaid vacation during the season
• Reimbursement of travel expenses
• Health Insurance while onboard and during vacation
• Accommodation and food for free
• Free Wi-Fi Voucher throughout the ship
• Professional development

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• From $2,799
• 6 Guided Tours
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• 2024 2025 2026

Châteaux, Rivers & Wine Map

Explore Bordeaux like never before

Discover the ports, vineyards, farms and forests of Aquitaine, once Europe’s richest kingdom. See Bordeaux’s fountains and cellars. Hunt for truffles in Périgord, and create your own personal blend of Cognac at the Camus distillery. Savor France’s finest oysters fresh from the bay at Arcachon. Sip Saint-Émilion, Médoc and Sauternes in their own “ terroir”  on an 8-day cruise through Bordeaux—a region synonymous with fine wine and finer living.

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To learn more about each port of call and our included as well as optional excursions, click on the individual days below.

Itinerary and shore excursions are subject to change and may vary by departure.

More features, services and excursions included

One complimentary shore excursion in every port of call

Free Wi-Fi (connection speed may vary)

Beer, wine & soft drinks with onboard lunch & dinner

24-hour specialty coffees, teas  & bottled water

Port taxes & fees

Ground transfers with Viking Air purchase

Visits to UNESCO Sites

Enrichment lectures & Destination Performances

Your Stateroom Includes:

River-view stateroom

Bottled water replenished daily

110/220 volt outlets

Queen-size Viking Explorer Bed (optional twin-bed configuration) with luxury linens & pillows

Private bathroom with shower, heated floor & anti-fog mirror

Premium Freyja® toiletries

Plush robes & slippers (upon request)

40" or 42" flat-screen Sony® TV with infotainment system featuring Movies On Demand, plus CNBC, CNN, FOX & more

Telephone, safe, refrigerator

Individual climate control

*All amenities on board Viking Longships; amenities vary on other ships.

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More days means more to discover, with extension packages you can add before or after your Viking cruise or cruisetour. Enjoy additional days to explore your embarkation or disembarkation city, or see a new destination altogether with a choice of exciting cities. Pre & Post Cruise Extensions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

From $999 | 3 Nights

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Chef de Partie

Ttitle: chef de partie Rating: crew Department: galley/ kitchen Reports to: sous chef/ head chef/ corporate head chef Subordinates: demi chef de partie/ kitchen porter/ dishwasher Cabin: shared Uniform male: black trousers, safety shoes, black socks, black belt Uniform female: black skirt, safety shoes, natural tights, black belt

EXPERIENCE/ SKILLS/ CHARACTER

• Must have good knowledge of international cuisine;
• Must have strong knowledge of the HACCP standards;
• Previous experience of minimum five (3) years in a culinary field required;
• Diploma\Certification in a Culinary discipline is necessary;
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities;
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to work cohesively with fellow colleagues as part of a team;
• Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times;
• Must have English and/ or German language skills;
• Must be reliable and able to work unsupervised;
• Must be able to work flexible time schedule and to the Company’s standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Be friendly to passengers and crew as well as focused on job tasks;
• Discuss and prepare menus in collaboration with the kitchen colleagues;
• Ensure adequacy of supplies at the cooking stations;
• Prepare ingredients that should be frequently available (vegetables, spices etc.);
• Follow the guidance of the Head Chef and/or Sous Chef and have input in new ways of presentation of dishes;
• Put effort in optimizing the cooking process with attention to cost sufficiency, speed and quality;
• Enforce strict health and hygiene standards;
• Help to maintain a climate of smooth and friendly cooperation;
• To consistently offer professional, friendly and proactive guest service while supporting fellow colleagues;
• To ensure the consistency in the preparation of all food items for a la carte and\or buffet menus according to Vessel’s cruise recipes and standards;
• To actively share ideas, opinions and suggestions in daily shift briefings;
• To ensure all galley colleagues are aware of standards and expectations;
• To liaise daily with the Demi Chefs de Partie, Sous Chefs and Head Chefs to keep open lines of communication regarding passengers’ feedback;
• To maintain proper rotation of product in all chillers to minimize wastage/spoilage;
• To have full knowledge of all menu items, daily features and promotions;
• To ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of all work areas, utensils, and equipment;
• To follow the Vessel’s kitchen policies, procedures and service standards;
• To follow all safety and sanitation policies when handling food and beverage;
• Perform all duties assigned efficiently, follow the Company’s standards, adhere to procedures of the training manual.

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Danube river cruises: an ultimate guide to cruising Budapest and beyond

Why, when and how to sail along Europe’s second-longest river, which meanders through the likes of Vienna, Budapest and Bucharest

Its banks are lined with dramatic, unspoiled landscapes, postcard-perfect towns and villages, and grand, opulent cities . Take a river cruise down this majestic river and you’ll encounter some of the world’s most stunning countryside, including the UNESCO-protected Wachau Valley, along with an array of fascinating cultures.

Cruising Europe’s waterways is a great way to see more of the region in a short period of time than you might do by land, and a river cruise can be the ideal introduction to cruise holidays for first-timers.

While ships are smaller than those traversing across oceans, river cruise itineraries often feature big-name guests onboard – as is the case with our seven-night sailing along the Danube , when one of the UK's best-loved historians, Lucy Worsley (pictured below), joins guests on a private visit to Vienna’s Royal Lipizzaner Stables and Spanish Riding School.

What is the best time of year to cruise the Danube River?

The Danube is a year-round destination with the exception of January and February, when few cruise lines operate here. Summer, when the weather is hottest, is peak season and as a result Europe’s cities are particularly crowded. Because of that, we recommend taking a Danube river cruise in April, May, September and October. Good Housekeeping's seven-night itinerary sails in September, when the weather should still be balmy and dry, but the summer hordes have gone home.

Where does a Danube river cruise start and end?

The Danube either flows through or delineates part of the border of Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova and Ukraine. Many cruises traverse the stretch between the capital cities of Vienna, Austria and Budapest , Hungary, starting or ending at either location.

Our seven-night Danube river cruise with Lucy Worsley departs from the city of Engelhartszell in Austria before calling at Vienna (pictured below), the pretty town of Esztergom in Hungary and Budapest. You'll then loop back down the river, calling at Slovakia's capital Bratislava and the Wachau Valley in Austria before returning to Engelhartszell.

Is a Danube river cruise worth it?

Absolutely! If you love dazzling landscapes, magnificent architecture and fabulous food, a Danube river cruise is hard to beat. Exploring Europe by water requires no internal flights and train rides and eliminates schlepping around with your luggage in tow.

On a river cruise, you can discover multiple destinations – and even get to the heart of them with a guided tour, should you wish – in just one trip, all the while returning to the same luxurious stateroom and comfy bed each night.

What are the best things to do on a Danube river cruise?

One of the highlights of any Danube cruise is the Austrian capital, Vienna, with its musical heritage, imperial palaces, array of art museums, stunning Lipizzaner stallions, and delectable cuisine (a slice of Sachertorte chocolate cake is a must when in town!).

Secondly, Budapest, the capital of Hungary, boasts breath-taking architecture as well as historic thermal baths (pictured above), while Bratislava shouldn’t be overlooked with its lively 18th-century Old Town and impressive reconstructed hilltop castle from which you can look down over it.

Other hotspots along the Danube include the verdant Wachau Valley in Austria, which tumbles down to the riverbanks; and medieval Esztergom, Hungary’s former capital, which is home to the country’s largest church, Esztergom Basilica.

And that’s all without mentioning the entertainment and facilities onboard your ship. Join us on our seven-night Danube cruise and you’ll sail aboard A-ROSA FLORA, which boasts an onboard spa offering beauty and body treatments, gym, spacious sun deck, heated outdoor pool, outdoor restaurant with canopy top, bar and dancefloor, lounges and plenty of evening fun.

Which cruise lines offer Danube river cruises?

Among the companies offering cruises along the Danube are A-ROSA Cruises , with whom we have partnered to bring you our remarkable river cruise . A-ROSA has 20-plus years of experience in sailing couples, families, groups and solo travellers along some of Europe’s loveliest rivers in laidback style, giving you lots of freedom to explore port stops at your own pace.

How much does it cost to cruise the Danube?

Danube cruises can be great value, with our cruise through Austria, Hungary and Slovakia starting just over £2,000 per person for a week. All meals and drinks, including sparkling wines and cocktails, are included, as are snacks and afternoon tea. Also included is the use of the sauna, gym and top-deck heated swimming pool. You'll also get 15% off treatments in the onboard spa.

Sail the Danube and visit Vienna's famous riding school with Lucy Worsley in September 2024.

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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Ukraine in for 'difficult summer' as Russia preparing 'major offensive'

It is likely to be a "very difficult summer" for Ukrainian forces in the face of increased Russian attacks, military analyst Sean Bell says. Listen to a Daily podcast on whether the UK should send troops to Ukraine as you scroll.

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It's likely to be a "very difficult summer" for Ukrainian forces in the face of increased Russian attacks, says our military analyst Sean Bell.

Ukraine's army chief said yesterday that troops had been forced to make a tactical retreat from three villages in the eastern Donetsk region.

Oleksandr Syrskyi also warned of a worsening battlefield situation for Kyiv.

Bell says Ukraine has run "desperately short of weapons" on the front line during the winter - and with the ground hardening as spring arrives, Russia is now "mounting multiple attacks" while "taking advantage" of Ukraine's weapons shortage.

The boundary of Russian-controlled territory has "shifted west" since its seizure of the key town of Avdiivka earlier this year, Bell adds.

"Russia knows... its got a window of opportunity where it can push hard. It does appear their 'special military operation' was all about the Donbas, so that's where we're expecting the priority.

"The evidence suggests that Russia is massing its forces for a major summer offensive in the Donetsk region."

Ukraine is "on the back foot" as it awaits a massive arrival of military aid as part of the US's new aid package, Bell explains.

"It is going to be a very difficult summer for Ukraine," he says.

We've more to bring you now from Jens Stoltenberg's visit to Kyiv today for talks with Volodymyr Zelenskyy (details on their joint news conference in our 13.42 post).

The NATO secretary-general vowed that members would speed up the flow of military aid to Ukraine, saying the alliance has "not delivered what we have promised over the last months".

Speaking on the train into Kyiv this morning, Mr Stoltenberg noted the recent passing of a massive US aid package for Kyiv and a similar, smaller commitment from the UK.

He also said Germany had agreed to supply Ukraine with another air defence system, while the Netherlands had also ramped up its aid.

There are "new commitments to come", he said.

"This will make a difference – as the lack of support made a difference," he added, seemingly referring to Ukrainian battlefield losses in recent months. 

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has given "new impetus" to calls for the EU to be enlarged beyond the 27 members, the president of the European Council has said.

The alternative would be a "terrible, irresponsible mistake", Charles Michel said.

Discussing an enlargement in 2004, when 10 mostly ex-communist nations such as Poland and Hungary joined the bloc, Mr Michel said it had been a "call of history to unite European countries", the 20th anniversary of which is on Wednesday.

He added: "Twenty years later we face a similar challenge because there is this geopolitical chaos, including because of this war by Russia against Ukraine. 

"And facing this chaos is the geopolitical strategy to reunify once again." 

Applicants to join the EU include six Balkan countries, plus Ukraine, Georgia and Moldova. 

Ukraine is by far the biggest prospective member.

"Because of the war launched by Russia against Ukraine, there is a new impetus, a reinvigoration of the enlargement strategy," Mr Michel said. 

"It is challenging. But what is the alternative? The alternative would be a terrible, irresponsible mistake from the EU." 

He suggested the EU and candidate countries should carry out the reforms necessary for enlargement by 2030.

Fresh supplies of weapons from the US have begun to arrive in Ukraine but the process needs to speed up, Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said. 

Speaking alongside NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg at a joint news conference in Kyiv, the Ukrainian president said there had been "timely support for our army".

He added, however: "Today I don't see anything positive on this point yet. 

"There are supplies - they have slightly begun. This process needs to be sped up."

A new $61bn (£48bn) US military aid package was finally signed into law last week after months of deadlock in the US House of Representatives.

Kyiv is hoping its critically low stocks of artillery shells will soon be replenished. 

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked "partners" as he said Ukraine is "making every effort" to use drones more effectively.

In addition to posting some pictures on X, the Ukrainian president said he wanted to thank people who train drone operators, as well as "our warriors for their efficiency".

He added: "I thank everyone involved in the production and those who ensure better protection of the Ukrainian skies through their work."

Ukrainian servicemen have been saying goodbye to their visiting partners at the railway station in Kramatorsk, eastern Ukraine.

The men were on a short break from frontline duty.

Russia's defence ministry says its forces have taken control of the village of Semenivka in the eastern Donetsk region.

Yesterday, the ministry announced the capture of another village, Novobakhmutivka.

Ocheretyne, also near by, has been a focal point of fighting in recent days.

Ukraine's top general, speaking yesterday, said fighting had intensified in the east of the country, with troops falling back in three areas. 

Oleksandr Syrskyi said Russian troops had achieved "certain tactical successes" in the villages of Berdychi, Semenivka and Novomykhailivka.

Ukraine has confirmed that chatbots used by its security agencies on Telegram have been restored after being temporarily blocked.

We reported earlier (6.56am post) that Kyiv's security service described their blocking as "unreasonable".

Now, Ukraine's Centre for Strategic Communication has said three affected bots, used by Ukraine's SBU security service, the GUR and digital ministry for the war effort, had been restored.

A Telegram spokesperson said they were "temporarily disabled due to a false positive but have since been reinstated".

The number of civilians killed or injured in Ukraine in March was 604, according to the UN, which has a human rights monitoring team in the country.

The figure is 20% higher than February's.

The UK defence ministry, highlighting the numbers in its daily intelligence update, said 57 children were reported killed in March, "double the previous month". 

Their deaths have been "attributed directly to Russian use of aerial munitions", the MoD said.

Civilian deaths in general are attributed to "missile and aerial-munitions strikes throughout Ukraine and increased bombardment at the frontlines".

The UN's report highlights an increase in coordinated strikes on critical Ukrainian infrastructure, with 20 sites "destroyed or damaged".

In total, there have been 31,366 civilian casualties in Ukraine since 24 February 2022, the MoD said (including areas Russia is controlling).

Of those, 10,810 were killed and 20,556 were wounded.

We reported earlier in our big picture post (6.27am post) that Oleksandr Pivnenko, who commands Ukraine's National Guard, is not ruling out a Russian attempt to target Kharkiv - Ukraine's second-largest city.

Kharkiv has been the focus of recent air attacks.

The US-based Institute for the Study of War (ISW) thinktank assesses that the Russian military "lacks the forces necessary to seize the city".

But the commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian armed forces, Colonel General Oleksandr Syrskyi, has said the threat of an invasion is causing Ukraine to allocate additional resources to defend the city - weakening forces elsewhere.

The ISW said: "Syrskyi noted that Ukrainian forces have recently improved their positions near Synkivka (east of Kharkiv)."

The Russians' "combat effectiveness" can be questioned because of their "inability to seize Synkivka despite repeated mass infantry and mechanized assaults", the ISW said.

It went on: "ISW continues to assess that a potential future Russian offensive to seize Kharkiv City would be an extremely ambitious undertaking that would pose significant challenges to Russian forces, particularly since Russian forces will be facing better-equipped Ukrainian forces following the arrival of US military assistance."

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Amadeus Riva cruise review — spectacular memories on the Danube

Gillian bowditch hops aboard a new river tour and finds there’s no better way to see the magnificent capitals of central europe.

B y the time you are in the market for a river cruise down the Danube, there is a whole degree of discernment that needs to be accommodated. From the crispness of the Egyptian cotton sheets and the fluffiness of the robes to the size of the walk-in wardrobe and the plumpness of the pillows, standards must be met.

The Amadeus Riva has this licked. Launched in 2023, the five-star floating hotel is shipshape and Bristol fashion: teabags proudly from Yorkshire, fresh flowers that wilted not a petal on our seven-night voyage from Passau to Budapest then back to Linz.

As it was my first cruise I had some preconceived ideas. Some were justified — it’s hard not to succumb to the inevitable herd mentality, although it was easier to escape the enforced jollities than I had expected — but many were not. River travel is much more soothing than any other form, and the Danube is a charming, surprisingly rural river, despite being a working waterway and the second-longest river in Europe.

The balance of excursions to private time was judged well, with one city or attraction to explore each day. First stop, medieval Regensburg, which was the first of seven Unesco world heritage sites on the trip.

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Our guide was sympathetic when we decided to escape the tyranny of the tour flag too. There’s something charming about discovering a city by yourself, slipping into the cool interior of a baroque church or lingering over a courtyard that you might otherwise stride through. Well-informed local guides are part of every excursion along with personal headsets for those who enjoy a guided tour.

On day two we jumped off the ship and onto a coach to Salzburg, the birthplace of Mozart and the backdrop to The Sound of Music . In August the hills are alive with the sound of tourists. To escape the hordes we walked along the footpath overlooking this chocolate-box town nestled into the Austrian Alps on the River Salzach, before descending to take in another magnificent cathedral.

Anyone suffering from a deficit of the ecclesiastical baroque will be cured on this cruise. From the Wedgewood blue church of Dürnstein to the splendour of Melk Abbey, an 11th-century working Benedictine Abbey, there is no shortage of places to worship — that’s before you even get to the magnificent cathedrals of Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest.

Those three capital cities in three consecutive days constituted the remarkable finale of the trip. There is no other way it would have been possible to do this without a rigmarole of packing bags and moving hotel. Each city offered up some spectacular memory, not least the Albertina Museum in Vienna, whose almost empty state rooms housed works by Albrecht Dürer and drawings by Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci.

The best way to think of this Danube cruise is as a smorgasbord of culture — a tempting tapas that leaves you wanting more. My first act on arriving home was to plan another trip to Vienna with my daughter next year.

Talking of food, the chefs did a good job with the limited kitchen space. Breakfast buffets were robust and plentiful; lunch was either formal in the dining room or light in the upstairs lounge and dinner was four courses, except when it was seven. Packed meals were available for day trips. The sommeliers were unstinting with the wine. Everything was included and there was no mandatory tipping or hidden expenses.

Rob, our cruise master, gave it his all, even switching from lederhosen to spangles to boogie the night away to some golden oldies. The staff were charming and accommodating in equal measure. On the final night after dinner the Amadeus Riva cruised the length of Budapest, where the fairytale bridges and buildings on either side of the banks of the Danube were lit up like the set of a Christmas ballet.

In the balmy evening air, with a glass of fizz in our hands and the strains of Johann Strauss’s Blue Danube Waltz undercut by the lapping of the water against the side of the boat, this famous waterway that stretches from the Black Forest to the Black Sea was at its magnificent best and we left the trip on a high note.

Gillian Bowditch was a guest of Great Rail Journeys ( greatrail.com ). The Beautiful Blue Danube cruise costs from £1,595pp for seven nights, full-board on Riva’s sister ship, Imperial, including drinks, excursions, all transfers, flights from Glasgow or Edinburgh to Munich via London, plus one night’s B&B in London.

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