Adelman Discoveries’ river cruise partner, AMADEUS River Cruises, debuted their newest ship this month, the AMADEUS Nova. The Nova will begin sailing on the Rhine and Danube rivers, both celebrated for their beautiful scenery, rich history and unique cultural traditions.

AMADEUS River Cruises is renowned for their spacious and luxurious ships, premium amenities, modern design and commitment to sustainability. A recipient of the river cruise industry’s prestigious Green Award, AMADEUS is committed to protecting the environment, and they continuously set the bar by finding new ways to improve sustainable river travel. All of AMADEUS’ ships are equipped with state-of-the-art water treatment plants that recycle the water used onboard; disposable plastic containers are eschewed in favor of glass dispensers and water bottles; and many items used onboard are turned into raw material in order to be repurposed.

The AMADEUS Nova, with its innovative shipping technology, will set new environmental protection standards on rivers. Some of the newest sustainable innovations on the Nova include:

· A hybrid diesel-electric drive that significantly reduces emissions, a powerful battery that ensures maximum engine power, and main engines that almost completely eliminate the emission of air pollutants

· Solar panels that feed electric energy into the ship’s circuit and heat recovery systems that make the heat from the electric engine room and public areas reusable

· Highly insulated glass that minimizes heat loss in winter and heat penetration through windows and glazed areas in summer

With the dawn of their newest ship, AMADEUS is focused on elevating sustainable travel practices while at the same time providing a new style of luxury cruising. While the Nova borrows from the design of some of AMADEUS earlier new generation ships, it is unique in that it feels much more spacious with features such as:

· Four decks with elegant, wind-protected lounge areas

· A heated swimming pool on the sundeck and more open-air areas

· Comfortable and spacious staterooms and suites with panoramic windows, full dropdown windows, or walkout exterior balconies.

· More 5-star amenities that meets travelers’ demands for luxury and comfort

Previous Adelman Discoveries journeys with AMADEUS include cruises on the Rhine, Seine, and Danube rivers. Adelman Discoveries is currently planning a Christmas Markets cruise aboard the AMADEUS Nova. For additional information on the Christmas Markets cruise or any other Adelman Discoveries cruise, please visit www.adelmandiscoveries.com.