A new ultra-luxury European river cruise line will return the defunct Crystal Mozart to operation on the Danube next year, with German hotel group Seaside Collection acquiring the ship which has lain idle since the collapse of Crystal Cruises earlier this year (CW 20 Jan). The double-width vessel was constructed...
A new ultra-luxury European river cruise line will return the defunct Crystal Mozart to operation on the Danube next year, with German hotel group Seaside Collection acquiring the ship which has lain idle since the collapse of Crystal Cruises earlier this year (CW 20 Jan).
The double-width vessel was constructed in 1987 but underwent a total transformation in 2016 as it became the first of five ships comprising the former Crystal Cruises river fleet.
Seaside is establishing a new brand called Riverside Luxury Cruises, and will relaunch the ship as Riverside Mozart with premium amenities including butler service, targeting the “top luxury segment of international river cruising”.
The company is already taking bookings for the 2023 season, featuring a range of pricing models including “full board” and “premium all-inclusive” along with options to bundle shore excursions.
The ship features four restaurants, an indoor pool and all-suite accommodations.
Initially the operation will focus on the German market, but it’s understood an Americas office is also being established.
