Unique River Cruises to Auction at Your Next Fundraising Event

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When it comes to fundraising auctions, experiences consistently outperform traditional items. In fact, luxury travel and experience packages often see 2-3x their cost, likely due to the fact that over 70 percent of consumers prefer spending their money on experiences rather than material goods.

In our experience, unique cruises, like AmaWaterways offerings, inspire donors to bid high due to their once-in-a-lifetime journeys and meaningful mission. In particular, their river cruises offer varied cruise options that allow you to easily access multiple destinations in a smaller, more intimate ship setting.

Below are a few river cruises that can make powerful fundraising auction packages:

  1. Tulip Time Cruise in the Netherlands & Belgium

This seasonal escape is the perfect mix of culture, history and charming scenery through iconic destinations like Amsterdam and Brussels. You can do everything from explore the acres of tulip fields in bloom to taste your way through the Belgian beer culture to walking tours of medieval towns.

When? Spring

For who? Culture-inspired travelers who enjoy exploring medieval scenery by foot or bike

Highlight? Cycling through the windmills and tulips of Kinderdijk

2. Wine Cruise Along the Danube

For food and wine lovers, this cruise explores historic cities along the Danube River, like Vienna and Budapest, paired with expert-led wine tastings galore. It offers a mix of daytime history excursions and romantic evenings with the backdrop of storybook villages.

When? All year (we recommend Spring or Summer!)

For who? Mature cruisers or couples looking for a romantic getaway filled with culture and beautiful landscapes

Highlight? Expert-led wine tastings without leaving the ship

3. Christmas Markets Cruise on the Rhine, Danube and Main 

This cruise offers the chance to explore not just one, but 7 nights of Christmas markets along Europe’s biggest rivers. Another seasonal cruise that takes guests through iconic destinations straight out of fairytales – plus evenings filled with mulled wine and hot chocolate! 

When? December 

For who? Adults who want to feel the holiday magic and centuries-old traditions in central Europe 

Highlight? Seasonal treats and handcrafted gifts to get you into the holiday spirit. 

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Join the Journey… Your Way:

Come along on one of these upcoming unique journeys to immerse yourself in local cultures while enjoying first-class luxury. 

Thanks for traveling with a glass-half-full spirit. 

Warmly,

Kristina