Uniworld Announces New 2025 University Course

Image: Uniworld is offering a new Uniworld University course on its 2025 product. (Photo Credit: Uniworld)
Image: Uniworld is offering a new Uniworld University course on its 2025 product. (Photo Credit: Uniworld)
Bruce Parkinson
by Bruce Parkinson
Last updated: 5:35 PM ET, Sun May 5, 2024

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has launched its new Uniworld University course for 2025, now available in its online travel advisor education program.

The course details what’s to come in 2025 for the luxury river cruise line, including five new itineraries, inspired land extensions, more ‘MAKE TRAVEL MATTER’ Experiences and a brand-new ship setting sail next year, the S.S. Elisabeth.

Ellen Bettridge, Uniworld

Ellen Bettridge, Uniworld President & CEO. (Photo Credit: Uniworld)

"We're committed to equipping our trusted travel advisors with the most up-to-date and comprehensive information as we continue to enhance our portfolio," says Ellen Bettridge, President and CEO of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. "Our advisors are wonderful partners to us, and we’re excited to welcome their clients onboard for another year of one-of-a-kind, bucket list adventures.” 

Whether a new member or a registered user, advisors who take the course will receive exclusive details about the new offerings for 2025, gaining a better understanding of Uniworld’s overall brand and products.

Those who participate in the Uniworld University program receive exclusive travel advisor rates, points towards CLIA’s Certification Program, are listed as a Preferred Specialist on the Uniworld website and receive a Uniworld Preferred Specialist badge for their e-mail signature.

Below is a brief overview of the offerings Uniworld University members will learn about in the newly introduced course:

Uniworld S.S. Elisabeth

Exterior of Uniworld's S.S. Elisabeth. (Photo Credit: Uniworld)

The S.S. Elisabeth and S.S. Emilie Join the Fleet 

The S.S. Elisabeth will join the Uniworld fleet in 2025, debuting as a brand-new Super Ship. Complete with all of Uniworld’s signature touches, The S.S. Elisabeth will sail the Rhine River on itineraries such as ‘Castles Along the Rhine’ from Basel to Amsterdam.

Another new Super Ship, the S.S. Emilie, will join the fleet in 2026, docking out of the iconic city of Vienna. The S.S. Emilie is a new-build inspired by renowned Austrian painter Gustav Klimt, and will also treat travellers to luxurious adventures through Central Europe.

New European River Cruise Itineraries

Due to popular demand, Uniworld continues to introduce additional Cruise & Rail itineraries, with one new route coming soon for 2025, travelling from Paris to Istanbul. In 2025, Uniworld will also launch four brand-new river cruise itineraries throughout Europe including: 

‘Wine Roads of France and Portugal’

This sailing combines guest favourite itineraries ‘Brilliant Bordeaux’ with ‘Portugal, Spain & the Douro River Valley’ to create the ultimate 18-day journey for wine connoisseurs. Clients can embark on the quintessential voyage through two of Europe's most revered wine regions, complete with plenty of tastings along the way.

Rhine, Moselle & Belgium Grand Discovery’

A 15-day sailing from Belgium to Switzerland, this trip allows guests to immerse themselves in the cultures of six different countries in Central Europe. drive up a Swiss mountain for a breathtaking finale.

Grande Italia

Your clients can explore three of Italy's most vibrant cities—Milan, Venice, and Rome—and uncover hidden towns along the way on this 13-day adventure.

Dutch & Belgian Holiday Celebration

Uniworld is offering guests more ways to celebrate the holiday season in style. Passengers can celebrate Christmas in Belgium and ring in the New Year in the Netherlands with an 11-day itinerary brimming with holiday cheer.

Uniworld Wave Season Sale

Uniworld ship sailing the Peruvian Amazon. (Photo Credit: Uniworld Boutique River Cruises)

Expanded Land Extensions 

In 2025, Uniworld is launching a range of new extensions, giving travellers the opportunity to supplement their cruise experience with a land extension before or after their trip in destinations such as Zurich, Madeira Island, Kitzbühel and more.

Meaningful ‘MAKE TRAVEL MATTER’ Experiences 

Carefully selected by industry experts, Uniworld’s ‘MAKE TRAVEL MATTER’ experiences allow guests to immerse themselves in the local communities and wildlife of a destination sustainably while leaving a positive impact. The brand is working towards having at least one ‘MATTER TRAVEL MATTER’ Experience on every itinerary in 2025.

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