THE B

"U by Uniworld" River Baroness ("THE B") ship cruises on Seine River, departing from Paris City, France. The shipowner Uniworld also offers combined B2B (back-to-back) itineraries roundtrip from Paris. They additionally include a Dordogne and Garonne river cruise from Bordeaux (roundtrip on SS Bon Voyage).

Uniworld (officially "Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection") is a major river cruise company part of The Travel Corporation group.

With the similar features and amenities are the Uniworld ships Ambassador (1993, now THE A), Countess (2003, now SS La Venezia), Duchess (2003), Empress (2001), Princess (2001), Queen (1999), Royale (2006).

Note: Since April 2018, the ship operates under the new brand "U by Uniworld" under the name THE B, together with the fleetmate River Ambassador (THE A).

• The "U by Uniworld" brand product is tailored for travellers ages 21-45, with fewer price-inclusions in comparison to standard Uniworld deals.
• "U by Uniworld" deals are inclusive of 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner) and 1 or 2 shore excursions (each day). Optional tours and excursions (at additional prices) are offered each day.
• After the refit in 2017, both riverboats are with all black hulls, gym, main lounge, rooftop bar lounge, coffee bar, 2 dining venues ((main restaurant and rooftop / alfresco). Cabins are in only 3 categories.
• Both "U by Uniworld" ships were launched on April 14, 2018.
• THE B ship operates on Seine River itineraries, featuring overnights and longer stays in Paris City.

In 2020, both sisterships (THE A, THE B) will be redeployed in Central Europe and their itinerary programs will be changed. THE B cruises between homeports Brussels-Amsterdam and Amsterdam-Frankfurt, while THE A cruises between homeports Nuremberg-Vienna and Vienna-Belgrade.

In 2020, "U by Uniworld" was rebranded to "U River Cruises", with planned inauguration in April (2020). However, THE A's and THE B's inaugural departure dates were rescheduled for May 1 (THE B) and May 15 (THE A). For season 2020, the boats introduced 3 new 8-day itineraries.

• "Vienna Vibe" (between Nuremberg and Vienna) visits Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Melk, Krems.
• "Eastern Europe Escapes" (between Vienna and Belgrade Serbia) visits Bratislava, Budapest, Mohacs, Novi Sad.
• "Amsterdam and Brussels Bound" itinerary visits Rotterdam, Middelburg, Ghent, Antwerp.

MS River Baroness cruise ship, which was refurbished completely in 2011, has a two-story lobby and large picture windows. According to the cruise, included are the first-class hotels and all shore excursions (with English-speaking guides and audio headphones). In 2010 River Baroness was chosen for one of the "Top Small Cruise Ships" in the world.

Cabins

All River Baroness cabins are outside and a half of them feature French balconies. The Riverview Suites and standard staterooms are with handcrafted UK-made Savoir beds and top-luxury bedding sets. All Rhine Deck cabins are with French balconies. The suites are four and have extra amenities: a bottle of wine on guests' arrival, daily cookie and fruit plate, DVD, larger sitting area, refrigerator, continental breakfast, morning tea and coffee, free laundry and shoe shine services. The cruises focus on exploration tours and cultural enrichment programs. Family-friendly programs are offered on select dates.

River Baroness river cruise prices are per person and based on double occupancy. These are only indicative Uniworld France cruise rates. They might be different when you book your Uniworld Seine River cruise only or cruise tour deals, influenced by travel agency promotions, special offers and discounts, group travel booking or last-minute deals rates. Uniworld offers air-inclusive cruise deals and pre/post-cruise hotel packages as extensions (at additional cost).

After River Baroness boat's refit and refurbishment in 2017, "U by Uniworld" THE B ship now has 4 suites, 29 studio bedrooms (single cabins), 26 balcony staterooms and 2 studio bedrooms with triple occupancy. All accommodations provide unobstructed outside views and built-in Bluetooth speakers.

Shipboard dining options - Food and Drinks

The new brand "U by Uniworld" provides as onboard meals many local (river cruise itinerary-based) dishes made from locally sourced and freshest ingredients. Among the dining options are classic and comfort food choices, as well as plenty of organic, vegan, vegetarian and healthy food choices. Special dietary needs are always accommodated upon request.

The boat provides 2 meals a day (based on its daily schedule) in the Van Gogh Restaurant (Main dining room). You can also offer custom-made food, like specialty burgers (bacon, goat cheese, fresh-made fries), make-your-own pizza (fresh local toppings), homemade granola (breakfast food with fresh juices). Whenever possible, local street food is also served.

Water, teas and coffees are also included in the fares. Extra cost craft beers, wine by the bottle, cocktails, specialty coffees. Since 2021, U by Uniworld cruise deals are inclusive of wine and beer by the glass (at lunches and dinners) and roundtrip airport transfers. Ticket price-inclusive are 3x daily meals (with locally sourced ingredients), 2x U Hosts (dedicated staff/destination experts), daily shore excursions, local DJ performances (on the boat's rooftop bar lounge), all gratuities, shipwide Wi-Fi.

Shipboard entertainment options - Fun and Sport

MS River Baroness features a Monet Lounge (with a dance floor and full-service Bar), Sun Deck (chessboard, shuffleboard), Library, Boutique Shop, Serenity Spa, Fitness Center, 24-hour specialty tea and coffee bar, 24-hour reception. On river cruising days, the ship often stops in picturesque locations, where on the Sun Deck passengers can create their very own painting - wine and supplies are provided complimentary.

Also organized onboard are mixology classes (for making signature cocktails), cooking classes (multi-course, led by the boat's chef), silent disco (headphones are provided), complimentary yoga classes (held in the mornings on the Sun Deck, led by the boat's wellness coach). Complimentary Wi-Fi access (throughout the ship) is also provided.

"U by Uniworld" THE B ship offers two roof-top / outdoor venues, entertainment with international DJs, professional mixologists, communal dining tables, farm-to-table cuisine.

"U by Uniworld" cruisetours and excursions

All river cruise itineraries are with included/complimentary tours, among which are bicycle rides (along the river or in some cities), evening strolls, canal cruising (Amsterdam), vineyard hikes, castle tours. Additional ship amenities include complimentary use of Nordic walking sticks and bicycles on all Uniworld cruises' shore excursions.

All boat-to-town transfers are complimentary. passengers can always plan their own private excursions. In addition, there are specially planned excursions, events and shore activities created by the company's destination experts. These are optional (at extra charge) tour offers available on most itinerary days. Some activities are relaxed and low-key, others are for more active passengers. U by Uniworld promises the benefits of best booking prices, complimentary transportation to and from the boat, and high-quality expert service.

"U by Uniworld" Itineraries

U by Uniworld cruise prices start from GBP 160 / USD 250 pp per day (in comparison to USD 330 pp per day for lowest-priced off-season Uniworld cruise). Both U by Uniworld ships - THE B (Baroness) and THE A (Ambassador) - operate on Seine, Rhine, Main and Danube river itineraries, featuring overnights and longer port stays in major cities (Amsterdam Holland, Budapest Hungary, Vienna Austria, Paris France).

Starting April 21, 2019, The B ship operates on a new 8-day Seine River cruise tour itinerary (themed "Northern France at a Glance" with call ports Paris, Les Andelys, Vernon, Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, Rouen, Caudebec-en-Caux. The new itinerary begins and ends on Sundays, allowing passengers to spend Friday and Saturday nights in Paris City.

In 2020, both sisterships (THE A, THE B) were scheduled for deployment in Central Europe with new itinerary programs. THE B cruises were planned between homeports Brussels-Amsterdam and Amsterdam-Frankfurt, and THE A cruises - between homeports Nuremberg-Vienna and Vienna-Belgrade.