AmaWaterways will stick to what it knows best and not venture into open seas, remaining laser-focused on the rivers of the world, Co-Founder Kristin Karst has reiterated.

AmaWaterways recently hosted its first Australia and New Zealand VIP famil trip, with a select group of valued trade partners cruising the Danube River.

AmaWaterways is reveling in the success of being pioneers in the Colombia luxury river cruise market, with the US-based company driven by the destination’s vibrant culture, rich biodiversity, unique product and potential route expansion.

Having pioneered the launch of river cruising in Colombia earlier this year, AmaWaterways is “actively looking” at new destinations to add to its offering, CEO Catherine Powell has confirmed.

A new partnership with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will see AmaWaterways offer a new series of exclusive pre- and post-river cruise experiences to its clients from 2026.

A deal has been struck for the construction of the already announced sister ship for AmaWaterways’s AmaMagna, with the new vessel to be built in Croatia by Vahali Shipyards.

AmaWaterways has launched its “most ambitious” trade incentive to date, with the River of Rewards campaign to stretch over eight months, culminating in a full-ship mega famil on the Danube River aboard AmaSofia which launches in early 2026.

In a landmark event for both river cruising and Colombian tourism, AmaWaterways officially christened its newest ship, AmaMagdalena, on Tuesday in the UNESCO-designated city of Mompox.

Auckland-based Tracey Brennan has been confirmed as the first-ever New Zealand-based Regional Sales Manager for AmaWaterways, an important step in the river cruise line’s expansion into the Kiwi market.

American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) Senior Vice President of Business Development Sarah Little has been revealed as the Godmother of AmaWaterways’ newest ship, AmaSofia, set to debut on the Danube River in 2026.

The current CEO and Co-Founder of AmaWaterways Rudi Schreiner will transition to a new role as Chairman of the Board, with President Catherine Powell to step up as the company’s new CEO from 1 July.

AmaWaterways christened its newest luxury river cruise ship, AmaSintra, last week and the vessel officially embarked on its inaugural voyage along the Douro River in Portugal. The launch of this new ship further strengthens AmaWaterways’ presence in Europe.