The Amera, owned by Phoenix Reisen, recently celebrated its 35th anniversary. The 834-passenger ship officially entered service for Royal Viking Cruises in early 1989.
Originally built for the luxury cruise line, the then Royal Viking Sun crossed the Atlantic without guests on board before arriving in California in January 1989.
A few days later, the luxurious ship was christened by actor James Stewart and his wife, Gloria, in a ceremony held in the port of San Francisco.
The Royal Viking Sun finally set sail on its maiden voyage, a 100-day round-the-world cruise with all bookings sold out.
The 38,000-ton vessel also sailed for other brands, including Seabourn and Holland America Line, before being acquired by Phoenix Reisen, its current operator, in 2018.
Sailing for the German operator, the Amera continues to offer long cruises around the world, as well as shorter trips to different parts of Europe.
After a major refurbishment, which included the replacement of engines and propellers and the modernization of electrical systems, as well as updates to its hotel section, the ship is ready to offer a varied cruise program in 2024.
After returning to complete a round-the-world cruise in mid-May, the Amera embarks on a series of cruises departing from the German port of Bremerhaven.
With itineraries ranging from three to 21 nights, the program includes destinations in Northern Europe, as well as Madeira and the Azores, Iceland, Greenland and the Canary Islands, among others.
In October, the ship will also offer one-way cruises to southern Europe with various destinations in the western and eastern Mediterranean.
According to Phoenix Reisen, the Amera offers many of the company's signature features and a "great maritime style," along with "plenty of space, with generously designed rooms and a variety of comfortable outside cabins."
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