By
Laura Hyde |
The newest ship in the Riviera Travel fleet, Riviera Radiance, has completed its maiden voyage along the Danube River. The 178-guest ship, which returned from a 15-day ‘Budapest to the Black Sea River’ cruise on 23 June, is the second ship to debut this year for the river cruise operator.
“The launch of Riviera Radiance represents an exciting step forward for Riviera Travel as we continue to evolve our river cruise offerings,” said Stuart Milan, president of North America for Riviera Travel. “With our most spacious suites to date and the introduction of a third dining venue onboard – something our guests have been asking for – Riviera Radiance is setting a new standard for comfort and choice on Europe’s waterways.”
Riviera Radiance is the first ship to feature the river cruise line’s split-level design, which is on display in the two-storey lounge and main restaurant on the Ruby Deck. The ship is the first for Riviera Travel to offer guests three dining venues, including the debut of a new tapas-style restaurant called Mosaic located on the Emerald Deck. The Bistro restaurant on the Diamond Deck features an open kitchen, panoramic windows and al fresco seating.
Riviera Radiance is the first ship in the fleet to offer guests three dining venues
The ship also includes floor-to-ceiling French balconies in over 80 per cent of the 89 cabins across three decks. As well as a balcony, the ship’s Grand Suites, located on the Diamond Deck, feature a separate living area and a king-size bed, while the Superior Suites, located on the Diamond and Ruby Decks, offer a living area with a sofa, chair and table. Standard cabins include a French balcony and indoor seating area, while cabins on the lower deck have fixed windows.
A standard double cabin onboard Riviera Radiance
Riviera Radiance will sail seven itineraries on the Danube River: The Blue Danube River; Budapest to the Black Sea River; Gastronomy of the Danube; The Blue Danube River cruise for solo travellers; The Danube’s imperial cities and yuletide markets; Christmas on the Danube; and New Year on the Danube.