CRUISING SOULFUL EXPERIENCES
AMAWATERWAYS CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY AND CULTURE
During the Black Travel Summit in Rio, AmaWaterways highlighted their Soulful Experiences—a series of river cruises designed to celebrate Black history, culture, and community around the world. These journeys blend intimacy, luxury, heritage, and joy in a way that feels deeply aligned with how we want our travelers to explore: with meaning, connection, and intention. What Makes a Soulful Experience Special AmaWaterways crafted these sailings to ensure every itinerary highlights culture as both inspiration and anchor. Guests travel with a community of like-minded explorers, sharing space, stories, meals, and moments that stay with you long after the river bends. Included Soulful Exclusives Heritage-focused pre/post hotel stay with cultural tours Up to three diaspora-inspired excursions spotlighting cuisine, history, and music Onboard heritage lectures and cultural programming One evening of live performances by regional artists honoring Black and African diasporic sound Curated music night with AmaWaterways’ onboard musician Juneteenth-inspired dining experience created by James Beard Award–winning chef Alexander Smalls We’re Excited at IJUS Travel AmaWaterways is taking Black heritage seriously. Their commitment to storytelling, culinary authenticity, and culturally aware programming mirrors the IJUS Travel philosophy—travel that reconnects us with our roots and expands our understanding of global Black identity. Guests consistently share that these sailings feel: Transformative Welcoming Emotionally resonant Rooted in joy and community
It’s luxury with depth, intention, and heart.
LEGGO | DEC ‘25
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