Uniworld Named Top River Cruise Line for Families by Travel + Leisure

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection was recently recognized by Travel + Leisure readers, who selected the popular all-inclusive river cruise line as the “Top River Cruise Line for Families” in the magazines “2015 World’s Best” awards. It is the fourth straight year that Uniworld has taken home the prestigious award, given in recognition of the line’s dedicated family-friendly river cruise itineraries.

Uniworld’s new Super Ship S.S. Catherine docked in Tain L’Hermitage, on the Rhône river in France. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle
Uniworld’s Super Ship S.S. Catherine docked in Tain L’Hermitage, on the Rhône river in France. © 2014 Ralph Grizzle

“We are honored to be selected by Travel + Leisure readers as the top choice for families in the river cruise industry,” said Guy Young, president of Uniworld. “Uniworld pioneered family river cruising in 2009 with the expansion of our superior cruise collection. The demand for multi-generational programs has since increased at an unprecedented rate, and we continue to expand upon the frequency and exclusive experiences offered on these itineraries. We are debuting new all-inclusive family departure itineraries in 2016.”

Conveniently scheduled during the summer and winter vacation periods, Uniworld’s family-friendly sailings offer guests between the ages of four and 18 half-off their cruise fare when travelling with an adult. The line also offers specially-designed shore excursion programs on these sailings that are tailored to appeal to kids (and adults) of all ages. In addition, select excursions are designed for different age groups ranging from children to tweens and teens.

Uniworld’s all-inclusive, family-friendly sailings and departure dates for 2016 will include:

  • Castles along the Rhine,” Basel to Amsterdam, July 13 and July 20;
  • Rhine Discovery & Prague,” Basel to Prague, July 24;
  • Delightful Danube & Prague,” Budapest to Prague, June 29 and July 4;
  • Danube Discovery & Prague,” Prague to Vienna, July 29;
  • Grand European Discovery,” Basel to Vienna, July 24;
  • Splendors of Italy,” Milan to Rome, June 24, July 1, July 8,
  • Classic Christmas Markets,” Frankfurt to Nuremberg, Dec. 12.

Uniworld also offers inclusive meals and unlimited beverages onboard, complimentary use of bicycles, a dedicated family ambassador, gratuities, complimentary Wi-Fi, a PlayStation®- or Wii®-equipped game room, and transfers on departure and arrival days, all of which go a long way to eliminating stress when travelling as a family.

The Habsburg Salon is the S.S. Maria Theresa's main gathering spot, located all the way forward on Habsburg Deck. Photo © 2015 Aaron Saunders
Uniworld’s interior decor is a major point of attraction among the line’s many loyal guests. Photo © 2015 Aaron Saunders

More information on Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection can be found by viewing our Company Profile here on River Cruise Advisor.

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