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“Moments of happiness on the ship” – this is the motto under which the DDSG Blue Danube fleet, consisting of seven modern ships, sets off on countless boat trips throughout the day and evening. The DDSG Blue Danube themed trips will attract visitors in November 2023 with a variety of attractions combined with culinary delights and musical accompaniment.
“We write stories together on the waves of the Danube – a new chapter with every themed trip. November offers many new opportunities for moments of happiness that are worth remembering,” says DDSG Blue Danube managing director Wolfgang Hanreich.
MS Admiral Tegetthoff: November highlight
On Saturday, November 11, 2023, the “Martini Gansl” will be the focus of the “Martini Gansl and autumn specialties” themed trip of the same name in Vienna. During an evening boat trip along the Vienna skyline, crispy goose variations with apple compote or red cabbage, dumplings and juice are served as part of a seasonal specialty buffet. The band Funfair provides musical entertainment.
On November 24, 2023, guests on board the MS Admiral Tegetthoff can experience an extraordinary evening all about Johann Strauss. A classical ensemble presents Johann Strauss' world-famous music of the Danube Waltz. The program offers waltz dancing in a unique atmosphere and in front of a spectacular backdrop as well as Viennese delicacies from the buffet. In addition, the biography of Johann Strauss is presented in a multimedia and interactive way. Music and singing comes from Monika Mosser and the Viennese Strauss Pearls, while the professionals from the Chris dance school give a dance performance and offer a dance course for waltz enthusiasts.
“With every beat of music and every culinary delight, we create moments that will be remembered. Life and tradition combine on board our ships. Where else can you dance a waltz while the city lights go by?” comments DDSG Blue Danube managing director Wolfgang Fischer.
MS Wien: Heurigen trips with Viennese songs
Every Thursday at 19.00 p.m. the DDSG Blue Danube boat fleet goes on the popular Heurigen cruise with Viennese songs. At the beginning of the trip, guests are treated to a rich buffet, while a Viennese Heurigen duo provides the subtle background music. The buffet offers both cold and warm Heurigen specialties, including typical Viennese delicacies such as schnitzel, spreads, apple strudel and cakes. After the meal, the musicians go from table to table and fulfill the guests' musical wishes from the traditional repertoire. The Heurigen trips under the title “Advent in Vienna” will take place on November 16th, 23rd and 30th, 2023.
