Special and Event Cruises With A-ROSA

A-ROSA began the 2023 season with a strategic reorientation, which primarily entailed an extension of the Premium All-Inclusive fare. The travel experience was perfected with even more service, individuality and flexibility. Here, the onboard programme and therefore the entertainment also played a central role. Now, new special and event cruises enrich the sailing offer in March and November and vitalise the low season. These new formats fit in with the corporate strategy of rejuvenating the industry. They focus on the themes of health & wellbeing, music & dance, art & photography and royals. These topics are particularly popular with younger generations and offer a way to connect with them. The cruises are offered in German and English on the Rhine and Danube and include additional experiences without increasing the regular cruise price.

The special and event cruises give the opportunity to deepen existing interests or to get to know entirely new passions during a 4- to 5-night sailing. Experts on board transform the ship into a colourful studio, a royal palace, a relaxed yoga oasis and much more. Inspiring lectures, exciting workshops, excursions or personal one-on-one sessions offer insights into the various topics and make a holiday with A-ROSA even more individual.

A couple embraces on a boat at dusk with a river and wooded hills in the background.

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Departures

Blumenbepflanzte Brücke über einen Kanal in Amsterdam mit zwei geparkten Fahrrädern und Sonnenlicht am späten Nachmittag
Luftaufnahme des Schlosses Benrath in Düsseldorf mit umliegenden Gärten und Wohngebieten im Frühling
Michael Begasse stands smiling in an elegant suit in front of a curtain and holds a red rose in his hand.

Royal Glamour

Michael Begasse knows the royals up close. Whether weddings, coronations, births or farewells: No noble event is lost on him. The renowned nobility expert entertains and informs on board with intriguing event lectures about current happenings in the European royal houses. The audience can immerse themselves in stories full of scandal, drama and a lot of heart – and of course a dash of gossip. Sailing along the Rhine, Begasse introduces guests to the Dutch royal family.

Meditation & Mindfulness

Mindfulness trainer Fabienne Bill teaches the know-how for meditation and breathing exercises in the morning. Reflection exercises for the day and two interesting lectures are also part of the programme. In addition, there are individual coaching sessions with the expert on topics such as resilience, emotions and mindfulness in everyday life. This relaxed A-ROSA time-out offers a completely new perspective on the self and one’s surroundings.

Traditional Dutch windmills in a green landscape with a blue sky by the canal of Rotterdam. In the foreground, a narrow wooden bridge over the canal.
An elegantly dressed woman leans against the railing of a river cruise ship and watches the sunset over the river, while she relaxes and enjoys the view.
Fabienne Bill sitzt bei einer Entspannungsübung im Schneidersitz auf einer Wiese und schaut nach rechts. Im Hintergrund sind viele Bäume zu sehen.
On four dates in November, A-ROSA invites you to wellbeing trips: Nutrition & Yoga with Ulrike Homuth and Meditation & Mindfulness with Fabienne Bill. Photo: A-ROSA
Two women and a man in sportswear are doing yoga on the sundeck, with a yoga instructor sitting in front of them. The sun is shining and there are green trees on the shore.
Blick auf Amsterdams Stadtzentrum mit Kanälen, historischen Gebäuden, grünen Bäumen und einer Fußgängerbrücke über das Wasser

Yoga & Nutrition

Health and lifestyle coach Ulrike Homuth uses her knowledge as a nutritionist to help guests adopt a more conscious diet and reveals all about inner beauty and healthy ageing in her sessions. She emphasises the importance of mental wellbeing in addition to healthy nutrition. To harmonise body, mind and soul, Homuth offers daily morning yoga sessions to start the day refreshed and energised.

Create & Illustrate

Tanya Meyer is an illustrator and a passionate artist and offers guests on board a creative break in different workshops. With the help of Tanja’s motif templates bags can be designed or watercolour postcards created. These very personal holiday souvenirs will always be a reminder of the wonderful time on board A-ROSA. The creative courses are suitable for both beginners and advanced students.

Drei Aquarell-Postkarten von Tanja Mayer mit Stadtmotiven: Riesenrad bei Sonnenuntergang mit Schrift "Grüße aus Wien", Burg von Bratislava mit Schriftzug "Bratislava" und die Skyline von Wien mit Schrift "Vienna".
Die Illustratorin Tanja Meyer sitzt an Ihrem Schreibtisch, hält eine Tasse in der Hand und lächelt in die Kamera. Im Hintergrund stehen ein Computer und ein Bücherregal.
Die Illustratorin Tanja Meyer sitzt an Ihrem Schreibtisch und zeichnet auf weißem Papier. Im Hintergrund stehen ein Computer und ein Bücherregal.
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A glass bottle of massage oil and a bowl of salt in a spa setting, adorned with a blossom and candles in the background.

Health & Beauty

Perhaps at some point one has already read one of the more than 700 scientific articles written by Prof Dr Lademann. On board, the internationally sought-after Charité expert speaks live. In his lectures “The Skin as a Reflection of Our Lifestyle” and “New Aspects of Sun Protection”, guests will learn how to boost the health and beauty of their largest organ. And using a miniature scanner, anyone interested can take a closer look at their skin.

Jazz & Swing

The Mood Messengers’ performances get into the blood, the heart and the legs. The international team of professional jazz musicians will delight with a wide repertoire of soulful jazz ballads, sensual bossa nova, captivating swing and surprising jazz interpretations of legendary pop classics. Their flair for music can be experienced during a short performance at the Welcome event and on two unforgettable concert evenings.

Panoramablick vom Ufer auf die Donau bei Bratislava während des Sonnenuntergangs. Ein Flussschiff fährt vorbei.
A couple stands at sunset with a glass of wine in hand at the railing of a riverboat. In the background, the river and a riverside landscape.
Two musicians are standing back to back in a library during a performance. The person on the left is playing saxophone and the man on the right is playing a double bass.
Die Griechengasse in Wien, eine schmale, gepflasterte Gasse mit historischen Gebäuden und Laternen, die eine charmante, altmodische Atmosphäre ausstrahlen. Copyright: Lisa Stelzel
Die Fotografin Lisa Stelzel steht auf einer Wiese mit Ihrer Nikon-Kamera in der Hand und lächelt. Der Hintergrund wird von der untergehenden Sonne erleuchtet.
A man stands on a historic wall in Arles and photographs something. In the background, the yellow buildings of the city.

Photography

Photographer Lisa Stelzel makes sure guests take the perfect holiday picture. On board, she teaches the basics of image composition and editing. Guests learn how to use light, angles and camera settings to successfully capture their favourite shot. The newly acquired knowledge can then be put into practice during guided excursions. The metropolis of Vienna plays a special role here, as Lisa Stelzel, a native of the capital, knows the city’s best photo spots like no one else.

Music

In co-operation with SofaConcerts, A-ROSA welcomes exceptional artists on board. Songs and stories can be experienced on two evenings of the cruise. In addition to authentic and handmade music in a cosy atmosphere, the relaxed mood also offers the opportunity to chat with the musicians and ask questions. In addition to selected covers, they also have many of their own songs and stories in store. On Danube and Rhine, Van Deyk and the Kingtwiins present their favourite hits. The sound of the SofaConcerts talents ranges from romantic pop to uptempo soul and emotional RnB.

Close-up of a singer singing into a microphone, with a blurred background and blue lighting.
Musician Henrik Wiards plays acoustic guitar at an intimate concert. He sits on a chair facing a small group of listeners in a living room with carpet and plants.
View of the Danube riverbank in Bratislava at sunset with Bratislava Castle in the background, surrounded by trees and the city. In the foreground, the lights are reflected in the river.
A man receives a relaxing facial treatment at SPA-ROSA while lying on a massage table.
A woman lies on a massage table in the SPA-ROSA while hot stones are placed on her back.
A woman sits in a panoramic sauna overlooking the Danube, surrounded by wood paneling and a relaxed atmosphere with two other people in the background.

Beauty & Spa

Anyone after that radiant beauty needs to be on board A-ROSA. Beautician and alternative practitioner Ingrid Bayer has nearly five decades of experience under her belt and is a sought-after beauty expert. She is a co-founder of the German Thalasso Association, a trained specialist in traditional Chinese medicine – and an excellent speaker. In her insightful talks, guests will learn about holistic and positive approaches to graceful ageing. Plus, the secrets of inner and outer beauty can be discovered through mindfulness as well as a beauty workshop – supported by Thalgo, A-ROSA spa partner.

Fun & Sketch

Picturing fun times ahead. Harry, the cartoonist, will playfully guide guests through two drawing sessions to bring out everyone’s inner artist. During the cruise, he will create picturesque memories of every destination. And ‘Make a Wish – The World's Fastest Drawing Show’ will leave the audience breathless with its speed and wit.

Donautal bei Abendstimmung. Links vom Fluss liegt ein kleines Dorf. Auf der rechnetn Flusseite türmen sich waldbesäumte Hügel, auf denen eine Burgruine liegt.
Two women are talking in dim light at a bar and enjoying their drinks.
Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna at sunset with reflecting fountain and baroque architecture
Michael Theissen and a woman are dancing together in a room with a wooden floor and red lighting, the woman is wearing a red patterned dress, the man a black shirt.
Panorama von Amsterdams Grachten bei Abenddämmerung mit historischen Gebäuden und beleuchteten Brücken
Zwei Paare in eleganter Kleidung tanzen auf der Tanzfläche in der Lounge auf einem Kreuzfahrtschiff, der Raum ist warm beleuchtet.

Dance

Skilled dance instructor Michael Theissen really knows his way around the dance floor. After all, he has his very own dance school, runs a venue and even judges dance competitions. On board, he will get guests dancing step by step – with a disco fox lesson for couples and two line dance lessons open to everyone. Plus, he’ll whisk listeners away on a journey through the history of dance in the multimedia talk ‘Dance Around The World’.

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