<h2 style="text-align: center; ">ROMANCE ON THE DANUBE RIVER CRUISE</h2><h3 style="text-align: center; ">with Richard Marx</h3><h3 style="text-align: center; ">PLEASE CALL TRAVIS FOR MORE INFORMATION - 902-626-7515</h3><h3 style="text-align: center; ">August 10 - 17, 2024</h3><h3 style="text-align: center; ">Hungary | Slovakia | Austria | Germany </h3><iframe webkitallowfullscreen="" mozallowfullscreen="" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" src="//player.vimeo.com/video/864462545" width="640" height="360" class="note-video-clip"></iframe> <img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/2-1692896110501.png" style="width: 1200px;">

Stewart Travel Group is pleased to announce this exclusive Danube River with Grammy Award winner Richard Marx!  Join us onboard the AmaViola for another amazing artist experience.

<img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/travis-and-paula-stewart-3-1693249676133.png" style="width: 600px;"><div style="text-align: left;">Richard Marx is a songwriter and performer, with nearly four decades of musical experience.</div><div style="text-align: left;"> </div><div style="text-align: left;">He's has sold more than 30 million albums worldwide, starting with his self-titled debut which went to No. 8 on the Billboard Top 200 chart. The album spawned four Top 5 singles, including “Hold on to the Nights” and “Don’t Mean Nothing,” which earned him a Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance. His follow-up, 1989’s Repeat Offender, was even more successful, hitting No. 1 and going quadruple-platinum with two No. 1 singles, “Satisfied” and “Right Here Waiting.” He has since made history as the only male artist whose first seven singles reached the Top 5 on the Billboard charts.</div>Richard has also written on a No. 1 single in each of the last four decades, an accolade previously only reached by Michael Jackson. He has written with and for numerous artists, including Barbra Streisand, Keith Urban, Kenny Rogers, Celine Dion, Chicago, Natalie Cole, Kenny Loggins, Vince Gill, Daughtry, The Tubes, Martina McBride, Lifehouse, NSYNC, Michael Bolton, Vixen,&nbsp; and Josh Groban. He also went on to earn a 2004 Song of the Year Grammy for co-authoring Luther Vandross’ “Dance with My Father.” He is a true multi-talented performer who continues to challenge himself and his fans.His 2022 release, Songwriter, featured 20 tracks crossing four different musical genres: pop, rock, country, and ballads. He has toured extensively for the past three decades, building a strong fanbase all over the world that only continues to grow.&nbsp;

Special Guest-Richard Marx

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<h2 style="text-align: center; ">Itinerary</h2>Journey along the Danube and see firsthand why this storied river has inspired generations of artists, poets, and musicians. Indulge your passion for timeless architecture and art in three magnificent capitals: Budapest, Bratislava, and Vienna. Let the hills come alive with the sounds of music in Salzburg and the Austrian Lake District. Cruise through the enchanting Strudengau Valley and let the romance of the Danube carry you from one gem to another on a regal journey through time.<img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/map-melodies-danube-1663794840695.jpg" style="width: 896px;"> 
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Highlights &amp; Itinerary
</h3><h4>Travel Day </h4>
Overnight flight to Budapest <h4>

Day 1: Budapest (August 10)
</h4><div style="text-align: left;">Arrive in Budapest and board the luxurious AmaViola (D) MEET AND GREET WITH RICHARD MARX</div><div style="text-align: left;"><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/richard-marx-webpage-headers-3-1692899913810.png" style="width: 1200px;"></div></div> <h4>
Day 2: Budapest
</h4>Budapest offers an unmatched combination of culture and tradition. Your city tour begins with a visit to the Great Market Hall before going to both the Buda (hilly) and the Pest (flat) sides of the river. You'll see Heroes' Square and Castle Hill, home to the Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church. As an alternative, you can hike up Castle Hill for breathtaking views of the city and the riverscape, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (B, L, D) 1st EVENING INTIMATE PERFORMANCE BY RICHARD MARX
Tour Options:
<ul><li>"Queen of the Danube" Tour </li><li>
OR Castle Hill Hike </li></ul><h4>
Day 3: Bratislava
</h4>Host to the crowning ceremonies of 11 Hungarian kings and queens between 1536 and 1830, Bratislava certainly has earned the title "Coronation City of Kings," as you'll discover during your walking tour. Or join a special "Tastes of Slovakia" tour. For a more active adventure, hike up to Bratislava Castle, offering magnificent views of the city. (B, L, D)

Tour Options: <ul><li>
"Coronation City" walking tour
</li><li>OR Tastes of Slovakia
</li><li>OR Bratislava Castle Hike </li></ul><h4>
Day 4: Vienna
</h4>The “City of Waltzes” offers a wealth of gems and your city tour showcases its regal splendours, including the majestic Opera House and the former Imperial Palace of the Habsburgs. Conclude your tour in Vienna’s historic city centre and then visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral, or discover Vienna by bike. During the afternoon, enjoy leisure time to further explore this iconic city. (B, L, D)
Tour Options: <ul><li>
"Imperial Vienna" tour
</li><li>OR Vienna City Tour by Bike</li></ul><h4 style="text-align: left;">Day 5: Weissenkirchen </h4>After reaching Weissenkirchen, you’ll be treated to several choices of excursions. Take a walking tour of Dürnstein before visiting the UNESCO-designated Melk Abbey. For a more culinary-focused experience, join a walking tour in Dürnstein, then enjoy a wine tasting hosted by a local vintner and sample special apricot treats from a local boutique. If you prefer a more active adventure, hike up to the fortress where Richard the Lionheart was once held or join a guided bike tour to Melk. Later in the day, sail through the Strudengau Valley to medieval Grein for an exclusive visit to the more than 500-year-old Greinburg Castle, looming regally from above. While here, enjoy a folklore show and wine reception. (B, L, D)&nbsp;Tour Options: <ul><li>
Highlights of Dürnstein and Melk Abbey
</li><li>OR Dürnstein with wine and apricots
</li><li>OR Dürnstein fortress hike
</li><li>OR Weissenkirchen to Melk bike tour</li></ul><h4>Day 6: Linz	</h4>
The ship arrives in Linz where you’ll have several choices of excursions. Opt for a full-day excursion to Salzburg where you’ll tour the historic centre, Mirabell Gardens, Residenz Square and the Old Market. En route to Salzburg, stop at Mondsee, home of the Basilica St. Michael. Or join a morning walking tour through the old city centre of Linz and by the Mozart House; or go on a bike tour of the city’s famed “Cultural Mile” and the Danube. In the afternoon, you can also choose to visit charming Český Krumlov, located just over the Czech-Austrian border. (B, L, D)&nbsp;2nd EVENING INTIMATE PERFORMANCE&nbsp;BY RICHARD MARXTour Options: <ul><li>
Full-day Salzburg excursion
</li><li>OR “UNESCO City of Media Arts” walking tour
</li><li>OR “Cultural Mile” bike tour
Český Krumlov excursion*
</li></ul>*Note: Not available with full-day Salzburg excursion
 Day 7: Passau Discover the city of Passau in one of three ways. Enjoy a walking tour and marvel at Gothic and Italian Baroque architecture and St. Stephen’s Cathedral. Alternately, choose between a guided hike up to the Veste Oberhaus fortress or a guided bike tour along the Danube River. Later, cruise to Vilshofen, where you will be treated to a festive Oktoberfest celebration— an AmaWaterways exclusive. (B, L, D)&nbsp;CHARITY FUNDRAISER DINNER WITH RICHARD MARX
Tour Options: <ul><li>
“City of Three Rivers” walking tour
</li><li>OR Passau bike tour
</li><li>OR Passau Castle hike </li></ul><h4>Day 8: Vilshofen	</h4>
Bid farewell to Vilshofen and prepare for your flight home. (B)
 Note: schedule of artist's performances subject to change&nbsp;

The Itinerary

<h2 style="text-align: center; ">The Ship - AmaViola</h2><h2 style="text-align: center; "><img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/viola-exterior1-1692896499422.jpg" style="width: 1200px;"> </h2><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: center;"></h3>Inspired by classic ocean yachts, AmaViola is the epitome of European river cruising elegance. Spacious staterooms, most with twin balconies, are just the beginning. Lounges with rich, vibrant colours dazzle with exceptional riverside views while dining venues, including The Chef’s Table speciality restaurant, serve award-winning cuisine featuring local flavours.<img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/6-1693228683564.png" style="width: 1200px;"><img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/image-1661543058821.png" style="color: rgb(99, 99, 99); width: 15px;"> Soak up some rays on the Sun Deck, then take a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, take a bike ride along the Danube, have a workout in the fitness room or book a massage at the spa.<img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/7-1693228710246.png" style="width: 1200px;"> Stateroom FeaturesBEDROOM <ul></ul><ul><li>One bed (convertible to two twin beds on request); upholstered headboard with integrated reading lights</li><li>Fine Egyptian cotton linens </li><li>Nightstands with 220V power and USB outlets </li><li>Armchairs (with an additional sofa in Suite sitting area)</li><li>Desk/bar area with refrigerator drawer and integrated power </li><li>Custom shelving with bar amenities </li><li>Flat-screen HD TV, Entertainment on Demand system with complimentary TV, movies, and music library</li><li>Generous closet and storage space with personal safe</li><li>Full-length mirror</li><li>Blackout drapery and sheers</li><li>In-room temperature controls</li></ul>BATHROOM <ul><li>Vanity with halo-lit mirror</li><li>Glass-enclosed shower with both overhead and handheld showerhead</li><li>Suites also include a separate bathtub and dual sinks</li><li>Cotton bathrobes, slippers, and bath amenities</li><li>Ample storage</li><li>Makeup mirror</li><li>Hair dryer</li><li>220V power</li></ul><img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/4-1693228747641.png" style="width: 1200px;"> <img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/3-1693228778421.png" style="width: 1200px;"> <img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/5-1693228791357.png" style="width: 1200px;"> <img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/amaviola-1-1692901237841.png" style="width: 1230px;"> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;More AmaViola information (<a href="https://www.amawaterways.ca/ships/amaviola-river-cruise-ship" target="_blank">click here</a>)<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); text-align: center;"> </h3>

The Ship

<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">﻿Details:</h3>Dates: August 10-17, 2024 Tour Operator: AmaWaterways Your Trusted Stewart Travel Group Hosts: Travis &amp; Paula Stewart<h3 style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Pricing &amp; Payments:</h3>All pricing is in&nbsp;CAD (Canadian $$)&nbsp;and based on&nbsp;double occupancy. APPROXIMATE USD pricing is based upon the exchange rate as of Sept 18, 2024. Actual USD prices will be based upon exchange rate at time of processing payments. Payments WILL be processed in Canadian $ and subject to the client's credit card terms and exchange rates. E Stateroom (160 sq. ft. Piano Deck, Fixed Windows) -&nbsp;$5,495 USD /&nbsp;$7,395 CAD per person&nbsp;&nbsp;NOTE:&nbsp;There is no elevator to this floorD Stateroom (160 sq. ft. Piano Deck, Fixed Windows) - $5,495 USD / $7,395 CAD per person<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; color: rgb(99, 99, 99); font-family: Verdana;">&nbsp;<span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-size: 17px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; color: rgb(99, 99, 99); font-family: Verdana;">NOTE:&nbsp;There is no elevator to this floorCB Stateroom (155 sq. ft. Violin Deck, French Balcony) - $6,295 USD / $8,395 CAD per person&nbsp;CA Stateroom (170 sq. ft. Violin &amp; Cello Deck,&nbsp;French Balcony) - $6,395 USD / $8,595 CAD per person&nbsp;BB Stateroom (210 sq. ft. Cello Deck, Twin Balconies) - $6,595 USD / $8,795 CAD per person&nbsp; BA Stateroom (210 sq. ft. Violin Deck,&nbsp;Twin Balconies) - $6,695 USD / $8,995 CAD per person&nbsp;AB Stateroom (235 sq. ft. Cello Deck,&nbsp;Twin Balconies) - $6,895 USD / $9,395 CAD per person&nbsp;AA Stateroom (235 sq. ft. Violin Deck,&nbsp;Twin Balconies) - $6,995 USD / $9,495 CAD per person&nbsp;Suite Stateroom (350 sq. ft. Violin Deck,&nbsp;Twin Balconies) - $9,695 USD / $12,995 CAD per person&nbsp;*Single occupancy is rate x 2 and the deposit is $2000 CAD (Canadian $)<ul><li>$1000 CAD (Canadian $) per person non-refundable deposit&nbsp;due at the time of booking&nbsp;</li><li>Final&nbsp;non-refundable&nbsp;payment of remainder: February 1, 2024</li><li>Port taxes of $293 CAD per person additional.</li><li>Gratuities of $199 CAD per person additional.</li></ul><h3 style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What's Included: </h3><ul><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">MEET AND GREET WITH RICHARD MARX.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">TWO INTIMATE PERFORMANCES WITH RICHARD MARX.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">CHARITY FUNDRAISER DINNER WITH RICHARD MARX </li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Accommodations during the cruise.</li><li style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">All gourmet meals onboard (Early Riser Coffee and Croissants, a Rich Breakfast, a Festive&nbsp;Lunch, Afternoon Tea and coffee with cake &amp; sandwiches, and a Multi-Course-Dinner). </li><li>Free-flowing red and white wine from the local regions, beer or soft drinks for lunch &amp;&nbsp;dinner. Sparkling wine is complimentary at breakfast as well.</li><li>Meals onboard as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner).</li><li>Complimentary 'Sip &amp; Sail' cocktail hour offering a 'Happy Hour' menu on five evenings&nbsp;one hour before dinner (Captain’s Reception on the other two nights). </li><li>Choice of dining options at no additional cost including the main dining salon and an&nbsp;intimate Chef’s Table Restaurant where the Chef prepares the meal in person.</li><li>Coffee, tea, water and iced tea are included all day. Cappuccino, latte, and&nbsp;espresso can be requested during all meals. A self-serve coffee &amp; tea&nbsp;station is available 24 hours in the lounge.</li><li>Bottled water, fluffy bathrobes and slippers are provided in each cabin.</li><li>Sun Deck for total relaxation with a heated hot tub/pool and walking track, as well as lounge chairs and tables.</li><li>Complimentary use of the fitness equipment.</li><li>Complimentary use of onboard bicycles and helmets.</li><li>Complimentary use of the internet onboard. Note that WIFI is 'subject to availability' when sailing.</li><li>Complimentary in-cabin movies.</li><li>Every AmaWaterways vessel is equipped with an elevator. Please see&nbsp;deck plan for more information.</li><li>Daily shore excursion program during the cruise with English-speaking guides.</li><li>Use of Quietvox headsets is also included at no additional cost.</li><li>Services of professional English-speaking cruise director.</li><li>Gratuities&nbsp;for all crew members on board and the Cruise&nbsp;Director are included in the cruise rates.</li></ul>What's Not Included:<ul><li>International Flights &amp; transfers from airport to ship</li><li>All meals not listed in the itinerary. Note: drinks outside of meal times or 'Sip &amp; Sail' cocktail hour are additional cost.</li><li>Travel Insurance</li><li>Gratuities not mentioned (e.g. tour guides, bus drivers, etc.)</li><li>Items of personal nature</li></ul>Travel Insurance: Travel protection that includes trip cancellation, trip interruption, baggage loss / damage / delay, flight / travel accident, and emergency medical coverage is available and is&nbsp;highly&nbsp;recommended for all travelers. Ask your Trusted Travel Advisor for details on available options. Travel insurance can be booked online on our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stewarttravelgroup.ca/" target="_blank">homepage</a>&nbsp;- look for the insurance box. If a client chooses not to purchase travel insurance, a liability waiver will be required. <h3 style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Terms &amp; Conditions:&nbsp;</h3>Please review Stewart Travel Group's Charter&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stewarttravelgroup.ca/2024-richard-marx-terms-and-conditions" target="_blank">Terms and Conditions</a>&nbsp;prior to booking.

Pricing & Details

<img src="https://ttand.imgix.net/pt-rm-page-1693334648409.png" style="width: 400px;"> Paula and Travis Stewart have been hosting European river cruises since 2010. As hosts, they have travelled to numerous destinations in Europe and the Caribbean. They&nbsp;are pleased to be hosting this cruise with Richard Marx. They've already hosted two incredible cruises with Jim Cuddy in 2022 and will be hosting a third sold-out cruise with Blue Rodeo in November 2023! And in October 2024, they're setting sail on two back-to-back cruises - once more with Jim Cuddy and Rose Cousins, and then with the Colin James Blues Trio.&nbsp; As co-owners of Stewart Travel Group, based in Charlottetown, PEI, they are well-known as leaders in Canada’s retail travel industry. Known for awesome customer service (2023 recipients of the Excellence in Customer Service Award) they create exceptional experiences for their clients.<p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body" style="color: rgb(34, 55, 138); font-family: &quot;YAD1aLikJo8 0&quot;, _fb_, auto; --font-size: 16.0411px; --line-height: 1.25; line-height: 20px;"><p class="cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body" style="color: rgb(34, 55, 138); font-family: &quot;YAD1aLikJo8 0&quot;, _fb_, auto; --font-size: 16.0411px; --line-height: 1.25; line-height: 20px;">

2024 Romance on the Danube River Cruise with Richard Marx

ROMANCE ON THE DANUBE RIVER CRUISE

with Richard Marx

PLEASE CALL TRAVIS FOR MORE INFORMATION - 902-626-7515

August 10 - 17, 2024

Hungary | Slovakia | Austria | Germany

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