AmaWaterways has christened its 26th ship at a ceremony in Germany.
AmaSiena, a sister vessel to AmaLucia, AmaMora, AmaLea and AmaKristina, has 78 staterooms, the majority of which feature AmaWaterways’ signature twin balconies.
Godmother Debbie Fiorino, senior vice president and chief operating officer of owned brands at World Travel Holdings, was helped by captain Ronald Schuegard in breaking a champagne bottle against the vessel’s hull during the ceremony in Lahnstein on Sunday.
Fiorino was joined by the line’s co-founders, president Rudi Schreiner and executive vice president Kristin Karst, as well as travel agents, at the event
Karst said: “The christening ceremony for AmaSiena celebrates our much-anticipated return to the rivers and it is particularly meaningful to have esteemed travel industry leader Debbie Fiorino act as her proud godmother.
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“We continue to be inspired by the resiliency, passion and commitment of the travel agent community and we are so proud to share this christening with travel agents and guests.
Fiorino added: “Being part of the travel industry has allowed me to discover so much of the world and AmaWaterways has taken me to many of these amazing places, traveling along iconic rivers visiting spectacular cities and discovering amazing towns like Lahnstein.”
Dining options on board AmaSiena include the Main Restaurant and The Chef’s Table, as well as an al fresco area in the Main Lounge with a bistro-style menu.
Regional wines and beer will be offered during each meal and guests will receive a cocktail each day.
AmaSiena has a heated pool with a swim-up bar, massage and hair salon services and a dedicated wellness host organising guided group fitness classes and hiking and biking tours.
The ship will sail a variety of seven-night itineraries on the Rhine river including the Enchanting Rhine, Captivating Rhine and festive Christmas Markets on the Rhine.
From 2022, it will also sail the Dutch and Belgium Waterways on the Best of Holland & Belgium itinerary.