VIVA Cruises christens its new vessel VIVA ENJOY

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River cruise line VIVA Cruises christened its newest ship, the VIVA ENJOY, at its home port of Düsseldorf on Tuesday, 14th January. 

With a festive ceremony and many good wishes from guests, VIVA Cruises’ third new build ship is set to offer exciting itineraries on the Rhine, Danube and beyond. 

VIVA Cruises chief executive Andrea Kruse said: “We are thrilled to celebrate the christening of our third new build ship today. This milestone marks another significant step in our journey to provide exceptional river cruising experiences. VIVA ENJOY, with its modern and premium amenities, creates unforgettable journeys along the beautiful rivers of Europe.”

Award-winning UK cruise writer Jeannine Williamson was given the honour of being VIVA ENJOY’s godmother, a gesture that shows VIVA Cruises’ commitment to its growing English-speaking audience and the global market.

VIVA ENJOY’s christening saw more than 200 globally invited guests as well as Düsseldorf passers-by watching on from ashore, to celebrate the launch. 

The VIVA Cruises team welcomed guests on board the new ship for its christening festivities. 

The new ship will connect Amsterdam, Budapest and Vienna for the first time in 2025 with new 7-, 10-, and 14-day itineraries. 

In addition, VIVA ENJOY will feature one-week trips from Frankfurt to Amsterdam, offering options for all travellers keen to explore the best Europe has to offer.

Sophisticated and sustainable

VIVA TWO, VIVA ENJOY will offer an elevated experience for guests, including an extra multi-purpose treatment room, as well as three restaurants RIVERSIDE, MOMENTS and VIVA’s Bistro. 

The ship also complies with the gold standard of the international Green Award, highlighting VIVA Cruises’ commitment to proactivity and protecting the environment. As Kruse puts it: “At VIVA Cruises, we are devoted to innovation and excellence, ensuring that every voyage with us is a truly enjoyable experience.”

In line with VIVA Cruises’ commitment to sustainability, VIVA ENJOY employs eco-friendly technologies, including the use of sulphur-free GTL and biofuels, responsible route planning and reliance on shore power whenever possible. 

These energy-efficient practices meet the requirements of the Green Award certification, which recognises the use of sustainable technologies and quality measures.

Comfort on the water

VIVA ENJOY boasts 95 stylish cabins, including eight suites, spread across three decks which can accommodate up to 190 passengers., and most of the cabins feature French balconies.

At the same time, the vessel features three restaurants, an open-plan lounge, a spacious sun deck and a fitness and wellness area, creating a floating premium hotel experience with a modern look and feel-good ambiance. 

There is also a pool on the sun deck and free rental bicycles available for guests.

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