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Enter the gorgeous two-story lobby of Uniworld's new River Beatrice, and your stage is set for the unfolding of your river cruise along the enchanting Danube. One only has to gaze at the surroundings throughout the foyer & the entire ship to fully understand that no expense has been spared in creating the ultra-luxurious River Beatrice - embodying grace, beauty, refinement, and comfort. Throughout the ship, you’ll see a collection of original art-sketches in black and white, colour Lithographs, and oil on canvas paintings from a selection of great artists, including Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, B. Rabier, & Paul Maze. Not only is the River Beatrice a floating hotel, she's a floating museum! Equally impressive is the innovative interior design of the ship with a mix of patterns, eye- pleasing colours, and plush materials complemented by the fine original artwork on display. Beatrice Tollman, Godmother and namesake of the River Beatrice, and the President of Uniworld's sister company, Red Carnation Hotels, personally oversaw every aspect of the ship's interior design, décor & the art selection. The lobby is adorned with the very finest Italian-grade marble floor, hand-crafted solid wood panels with antique bevelled mirror insets, and a grand chandelier, handmade by Vecchia Murano of Venice. The main lounge, Captain's lounge, & the restaurant further reflect the attention to detail and their passion for creating an atmosphere of elegance and comfort. Custom-made carpets, silk taffeta window treatments, mahogany wood panelled walls, Julian Chichester classically inspired English furnishings, including deep red-velvet Mohair Berger chairs and library sofas, and beautiful coffee table books on many subjects -are just a few of the many signature touches you will find in the ship's public areas. The different categories of staterooms and suites have been designed to offer a unique style with three different colour schemes - with walls upholstered in golden silk taffeta, turquoise silk taffeta, or in grey silk taffeta with a woven leaf and vine design in cream. Each stateroom provides the ultimate in comfort, coupled with original art. Additionally, all bathrooms have floor to ceiling marble-either snow-white Thassos marble, or white & grey Carrera marble-and all have added amenities, including L'Occitane bath products, towels from Christies of Manchester - the oldest towel maker in Europe - and cozy bath robes. And for those guests who wish to be enveloped in pure indulgence, the one-of-a-kind owner's suite will fit the order perfectly. Custom-made carpet in vine and leaf design, an antique Italian gilt headboard, circa 1800 -restored to its former glory and upholstered in cream Mohair velvet; wall upholstery and curtains in golden silk taffeta; Brunswig and Fils chairs from the 1930's; a sunburst mirror; superb entertainment system with two flat- screen TV's with satellite channels in the sleeping area and one in the bathroom; & art by 20th-century English Impressionist Paul Maze. Of course, the equally splendid bathroom has floor-to-ceiling snow white Thassos marble, a separate rain shower and bath tub, a secluded toilet and bidet area, and towel warmer. The ultimate intimacy and luxury of this unparalleled ship makes it perfect for couples travelling alone, for groups, weddings, or honeymooners and more. Give it a try! www.uniworld.com