Uniworld announces S.S. Emilie to sail Europe in 2026

S.S. Catherine exterior
Edited by Travel Weekly


    Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has announced its new Super Ship, S.S. Emilie to debut in Europe in 2026.

    The ship will be a new build inspired by renowned Austrian painter Gustav Klimt and named after his life partner and muse, Emilie Flöge.

    “We’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new ship to our fleet in 2026, just in time to celebrate Uniworld’s 50th anniversary,”

    “Our commitment to excellence is unwavering, and this outstanding new vessel reaffirms our dedication to providing the best and most luxurious ships on the rivers,” president and CEO, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises, Ellen Bettridge, said.

    “We believe in delivering the highest level of quality to our guests, and our portfolio truly embodies the best of the best in the market.”

    The S.S. Emilie joins other new Super Ships including the S.S. Victoria, debuting on the Rhine and Moselle rivers in 2024 and the S.S. Elisabeth, debuting on the Rhine in 2025.

    Uniworld has added five Super Ships to its fleet since 2020, including the Mekong Jewel on the Mekong in Vietnam and Cambodia; Aria Amazon on the Maranon and Ucayali rivers in Peru; S.S. São Gabriel on the Douro in Portugal; S.S. La Venezia on the Venetian Lagoon; and S.S. Sphinx on the Nile in Egypt.

    The fleet of 5-star floating boutique hotels is designed to reflect the destinations in which they sail, each is distinctive with impeccable service, farm-to-table cuisine, and curated excursions, for a luxurious and unique all-inclusive river cruising experience.

    Featured image: S.S. Catherine

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