805 Magazine December

DEC E M BE R 2017

THE HOLIDAY ISSUE

AmaWaterways Perfectly Curated

COLLECTION Of Gift-Giving Ideas

A DV E R T I S E M E N T

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inding ideal gifts for the holidays, birthdays, or other special occasions can present a challenge.

But when you’re on an AmaWaterways river cruise, you can show your friends and loved ones that you were thinking of them by purchasing unique mementos at each of your destinations.

AmaWaterways has curated the perfect collection of gift ideas, so when you’re in each port, go on a treasure hunt and stock up on these wonderful keepsakes that mark your journey.

AmaWaterways' Executive Vice President & Co-Owner, Kristin Karst

THE JOY OF GIVING What’s your idea of the perfect gift to bring someone home after you travel? For many guests traveling on an AmaWaterways cruise, the ideal memento is unique, inspires fond memories, and isn’t readily available back home; they might even be handcrafted. One of Kristin's favorite gifts she brought back while on the “Riches of the Mekong” cruise was the candy she made while visiting a small Vietnamese village.

Apricot liqueur tasting in Wachau Valley, Austria

Sweets For Your Sweetie

Handmade Toys For Young Ones

Easily packed in your hand-carried luggage, Belgian chocolates and Stroopwafels, the signature Dutch cookie, are hard to resist when traveling through the Netherlands and Belgium. When in Vienna, do as the Viennese do, and share the joy of Mozartkugel, a candy confection made of marzipan, nougat, and dark chocolate, in honor of Mozart. And while in Austria’s Wachau Valley, renowned for its apricots, pick up a few regional delights made with the fruit, such as jam, candy, and liqueur.

Handmade toys may be hard to come by in the U.S. But the craft of toymaking is alive and well in Europe. The Czech Republic’s marionettes have been a part of the country’s culture since the 18th century, when puppeteers roamed Central Europe telling stories and entertaining crowds. Prague is the perfect place to find these marionettes.

Handmade dolls from Hungary can be purchased in Budapest. Dressed in either traditional Hungarian peasant costumes or elegant ball gowns, they are admired for their delicate features and embroidered clothes.

Beauty Guru Gifts Bulgaria is among the world’s leading producers of rose oil, used in fine French perfumes and cosmetics. While in Bulgaria, you can find a variety of beauty products scented with the country’s Rosa Damascena extract. And while in France, pick up the world’s best lavender from Provence.

Handcrafted Collectibles When in Delft, Netherlands, buy authentic Delftware, the city’s iconic blue and white porcelain. Bruges, Belgium, is home to some of the world’s finest lace and tapestry studios, so when there, treat your special someone to these highly prized luxuries.

Collect Your Gifts While Sailing on the Highest-rated Ships When you journey with award-winning AmaWaterways, each day you’ll experience thrilling adventures, expand your horizons, and indulge in delicious cuisine accompanied by perfectly paired wines. So join AmaWaterways and start collecting your unique gifts as you sail from one captivating destination to the next.

For more information, contact your Travel Agent, call our river cruise specialists at (888) 626-1439 or visit www.AmaWaterways.com

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