Join AmaWaterways on a Stained Glass Cruise along the Rhine River Nov 2018
Europeanbarging is offering a special Stain Glass Themed cruise aboard the AmaPrima ship with stained-glass specialist Mary Clerkin Higgins and filmmaker Peter Swanson. Both were involved in the film "Let Their Be Light" showcasing Masters of the stained Glass art.
SPRING, Texas, Sept. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ms. Higgins will be providing passengers with guided talks about stained-glass installations at notable landmarks along the way. Explore both medieval and modern stained-glass installations along the Rhine River with an expert in the field. An award-winning artist and hands-on conservator at Clerkin Higgins Stained Glass, NYC, Mary Clerkin Higgins has conserved stained glass from the 12th century to the present for numerous museums and institutions across the United States. Her new work has been selected for Corning's annual New Glass Review and she continues to write and lecture frequently on stained glass. Higgins is also a founder and past president of the American Glass Guild, which recently presented her with a lifetime-achievement award.
Higgins appears in the documentary, "Let There Be Light" created by filmmaker, Peter Swanson. Currently airing on PBS, the film follows three grand masters of stained glass as they make their last window for the Washington National Cathedral. Told with stunningly beautiful images, its aim is to inspire and ignite that inner creative light that is within all of us
Join grandmaster Mary Clerkin Higgins from November 10 -17, 2018 as she takes to the river, exploring stained glass installations at some of the most notable landmarks along the Enchanting Rhine. The AmaPrima – your luxurious home-away-from-home, provides a destination in itself – offering incredibly spacious river view staterooms, luxurious amenities, critically acclaimed dining, best-in-class service and much, much more.
AmaWaterways 7 night Stained-Glass Cruise starts at $3,866 per person. This fare is good for 7 nights' stay in an river view stateroom with French Balcony. Those who will opt to join the cruise will enjoy the following:
Fine dining at The Chef's Table and Main Restaurant, and Sip & Sail Daily Cocktail Hour.
Experience and socialize at a Captain's Gala Dinner and Cocktail Reception
Unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner.
Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board
Free use of helmets and bicycles are also provided during shore tours and excursions while the ship is in port.
PLUS THESE SPECIAL EXTRAS:
- A celebratory champagne Welcome Reception with Mary and "Let There Be Light" filmmaker Peter Swanson.
- Join Mary as she delves into the nuances of the stained-glass installations of Freiburg Cathedral, Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Strasbourg and the famous Cologne Cathedral, home to works by Gerhard Richter.
- Europeanbarging is offering each cabin a $50 on board credit.
The Stain Glass Cruise departs on Nov 10th and will disembark on Nov 17th, 2018. The 7-day cruise promises a great time aboard the ship and on land during each scheduled docking. From Breisach, Join Mary on the excursion to Freiburg, founded in 1120 and home to the Freiburg's Münster, a Gothic cathedral said to have "the most beautiful spire on earth." . An alternative excursion is a walking tour of the enchanting Alsatian town of Riquewihr, which looks almost the same as it did in the 16th century. On your walking tour, admire historic architecture as well as famous sights, such as the Dolder Gate.
Strasbourg's famous Notre-Dame Cathedral is another site that Mary will give information on. Discover its many treasures with a panoramic tour past the stunning Parc de l'Orangerie, the European Parliament and the Place de la République. You'll then walk through its iconic "La Petite France" district, which appears to have been lifted straight from the pages of a fairytale. Prefer to enjoy the city more actively, then join a guided bike tour, which also takes you through the Parc de l'Orangerie.
From Manheim Germany, a choice of three excursions. Visit Heidelberg, and Heidelberg Castle or visit one of Germany's oldest cities, Speyer, known for the largest Romanesque cathedral in Europe—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Later in the day, set sail to Rüdesheim.
Spend the morning in Rüdesheim and enjoy a tasting of Riesling wines after a lovely gondola ride soaring high above the vineyards en route to the Niederwalddenkmal Statue. Afternoon cruise on to Koblenz.
Cologne is home to one of Germany's most revered Gothic masterpieces, the Cologne Cathedral, this 2,000 year-old city is also a bustling cosmopolitan hotspot. Join a guided tour through the enchanting Old Town and explore the UNESCO-designated cathedral, where the remains of the fabled Three Kings—the Magi— are believed to rest.
The cruise ends in Amsterdam. Eclectic Amsterdam boasts amazing history, art, architecture, and museums, and you have three choices as to how you wish to explore it. The famous canals of Amsterdam await discovery on your city tour beginning with a scenic canal cruise followed by a walk to Begijnhof, known for its Middle Age buildings. For a different view of the city, you can join the Jordaan District walking tour or the Jewish Heritage tour.
For more information on the cruise and its activities, contact Jan Baumgartner of Europeanbarging.com at 888-869-7907, or send an email to [email protected].
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