Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announces the addition of two new Super Ships, the S.S. Victoria and S.S. Elisabeth, which will begin sailing in Europe in 2024 and 2025, respectively.
Uniworld will take over the ships from Seaside Collection under a 3-year, bareboat charter agreement for each ship and create the signature Uniworld experience on existing itineraries with an all-Uniworld staff, as well as the brand’s trademark touches and amenities. Before joining Riverside Luxury Cruises, the ships were a part of Crystal Cruises’ river fleet as the Crystal Bach and Crystal Mahler.
“We’re thrilled to add two stunning new ships to the Uniworld fleet, beginning with the S.S. Victoria on the beloved Rhine, fulfilling our promise to maintain the best and most luxurious ships on the rivers,” said Ellen Bettridge, president and CEO of Uniworld in a media statement. “The S.S. Victoria and S.S. Elisabeth are unique vessels that we know our guests will love, featuring a modern design, some of the largest suites on the rivers, and an ambiance that exudes contemporary luxury. Onboard, guests can expect our Tiny Noticeable Touches throughout every aspect, from the impeccable service provided by the Uniworld crew they know and love to the multitude of all-inclusive amenities available to them.”
New Uniworld Ships Offer Luxe Amenities
Identical sister ships, the S.S. Victoria and S.S. Elisabeth can accommodate 110 guests in 55 luxurious suites and staterooms. All rooms feature a similar design and feel, only differing in size and nuance, each with full-length windows directly in front of the king-sized beds for panoramic views of the passing scenery. Guests will find such luxe details as leather, velvet, and marble, plus lavish features in select suite categories, including walk-in closets, fireplaces, and up to 759 square feet of space in a Uniworld-first 2-bedroom accommodation with adjoining suites.
Other ship highlights include a massage room, gym, bistro for snacks, rooftop bar and grill for cocktails and light bites, and fine dining restaurant for breakfast, lunch and gourmet dinner. Like all Uniworld cruises, dining venues will feature farm-to-table cuisine utilizing fresh local ingredients gathered by the chef in the destination daily.
The S.S. Victoria will be the first to set sail at the start of the 2024 season, sailing a variety of Moselle and Rhine river cruises. The S.S. Elisabeth is scheduled to set sail in 2025, with details to come.
For more information, visit uniworld.com.
