AmaCello Review

Amacello Christmas Markets Rhine Cruise

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Suedonym500
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

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Sail Date: Dec 2012
Cabin: Stateroom with French Balcony

This was my first river cruise and my first solo Christmas holiday and I couldn't have chosen better, the cruise was faultless and I had a wonderful Christmas. 122 passengers was a small enough group to make it really friendly and sociable. Open dining with tables from 2 to 8 means you can be as sociable as you wish at mealtimes. The food is top quality, in particular the dinners were superb. Afterwards we could relax in the lounge to piano music until about 10.30 when Miroslav upped the pace for dancing.

My cabin was really well designed with ample space. Linen and towels are changed after each use and like the entire ship it is kept immaculately clean. My cabin was quiet and the heating worked well. Full height patio doors make it feel larger and would be lovely to open in the summer.

Because the Rhine was flooding some ports of call had to be changed and there was uncertainty as to whether we would be allowed to cruise on to Basle. I heard no complaints or murmurs of discontent because we were confident the crew of Amacello would do their best for us. It couldn't have been easy to find 3 coaches and local guides to take us from Mannheim to Strasbourg on Christmas day but that is what Rolf, our cruise manager achieved. It was a bonus to discover the Christmas market in front of Strasbourg Cathedral in full swing! Some of us changed our planned excursions at short notice which again was handled with smiles. The coaches were only ever half full making travel comfortable. On our return we were greeted with warm towels and gluhwein that was much better than we had at the markets.

Cabin Review

Stateroom with French Balcony

Cabin B

One of a few B category double bed cabins towards the rear of the top deck. Very well designed, plenty of storage, case fits beneath the bed. I was aware of the engine when cruising overnight but it didn't disturb me, I would book 326 again. I Enjoyed the beautiful views but being a wet December opening the balcony doors was not an option, I imagine it would be wonderful in the summer though.

Individual heating/aircon is quiet and efficient. Superb shower, mineral water replaced daily,ice bucket ( there is a machine) excellent spa products, good hair dryer, safe.

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