AmaWaterways has been recognized as the only river cruise company based in the U.S. to receive an overall 4-Star Plus rating – the highest level found in the book – in the first edition of the Berlitz: River Cruising In Europe travel guide. AmaWaterways’ European fleet secured the top eleven spots in the guide’s ranking of more than 280 river cruise ships.

“AmaWaterways is honored to continually be recognized as the innovator we aim to be – a true leader – in river cruising,” said Kristin Karst, executive vice president and co-owner of AmaWaterways.

“This incredible distinction reflects our mission to not only design the most trend-setting ships on the market, but also to offer travelers top-of-the-line luxuries while exploring the world’s most desired European waterways.”

AmaWaterways’ enviable European line-up rounded out the guide’s top eleven positions, all with 4-Star Plus ratings – the highest level found in the book. With an overall score of 422, the AmaPrima took the crown as Queen of all European river cruise vessels, followed closely by AmaVerde , AmaSonata , AmaReina and AmaCerto.

AmaWaterways, www.amawaterways.com