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Experiences include private wine tastings in Austria, thermal baths in Budapest, cycling the banks of the Danube, and of course, the traditional river cruising highlights of seeing Budapest, in particular the stunning Hungarian Parliament building which dazzles when lit up at night, and the castles and abbeys of the vineyard-lined Wachau Valley. Importantly, its fleet of river ships will be standard-bearers for parent company Royal Caribbean Group’s commitment to sustainability. The ships are equipped with a best-in-class hybrid propulsion system, waste management systems, and technology to reduce noise and vibration. Meanwhile, Celebrity Edge has recently returned to Australian waters, starting its third season sailing from Sydney and Auckland. The ship will be here until the end of April, 2026. And Celebrity Solstice, once dubbed “Australia’s favourite ship” will return on April 9 next year after a substantial renovation and modernisation. See celebritycruises.com/au/river
