CRUISE DANUBE DESTINATIONS
once lived and a trip to a monastery. Within a two-hour bus ride of Ruse is Veliko Tarnovo, described as Bulgaria’s medieval capital thanks to its cobbled streets and Tsarevets Fortress, which has been masterfully restored.
w BUCHAREST, ROMANIA The final stop is Romania’s beautiful city, Bucharest. After disembarking, you’ll bid farewell to SS Beatrice and the Danube and journey to the centre of the city (around an hour). From its elegant, French-inspired
architecture to echoes of communist rule, Bucharest offers a fascinating glimpse into the past. Post-cruise excursions include a city tour with a visit to the ‘People’s House’, the second-largest administrative building in the world after the Pentagon. And following a final day or two of
exploration, sit back with a coffee and reflect on an itinerary that mixes top- billed cities with lesser-known towns, on a journey through the rich history and culture of eastern Europe.
Tried & Tested SS BEATRICE, UNIWORLD
The 152-passenger SS Beatrice was the first ship in the Uniworld fleet to be refitted to ‘Super Ship’ status, and its light wood panelling, blue and white decor and grand staircase, complete with a Murano chandelier, certainly add to the ‘floating boutique hotel’ feel it brands itself on. Uniworld has reworked the former Captain’s lounge and library to create two new dining areas, giving guests more choice. In the bow, Austrian-inspired Schubert’s offers sharing plates throughout the day, while second venue Max’s alternates between a steakhouse (€50 per person) and chef’s table cooking class (€95). Mozart’s remains the main restaurant, serving regional dishes such as Hungarian fish soup and Balkan mezze platters or salami and local cheese. The lounge has been refreshed, with additional USB ports in all areas. Finally, there are two new Royal Suites and a second Owner’s Suite. Connecting rooms have been added.
Uniworld president and chief executive Ellen Bettridge says: “Customers wanted more suites and new dining venues, which is exactly what we have given them with the Super Ships.”
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