SINGAPORE (September 10, 2014)—Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection announces it has been honored with the Readers' Choice Award for best “Culinary Cruise Line” in the 2014 SAVEUR Culinary Travel Awards.  The SAVEUR Culinary Travel Awards recognize those who put cuisine and culture at the forefront of the travel experience. Readers' Choice winners are a coveted​ list of the very best​ destinations and travel providers, as chosen by the magazine's audience of 1.6 million food and travel enthusiasts.​

“We take great pride in giving our guests a scenic 'tasting menu' of Europe, and it's wonderful to be recognized for this by SAVEUR readers. We are extremely honored,” said Guy Young, President of Uniworld. “All of our European itineraries include opportunities to explore centuries-old culinary traditions, including hands-on cooking experiences and private wine tastings. And of course, fantastic food and wine onboard.”

Uniworld's talented chefs can often be found browsing farmers' markets in different ports of call, selecting locally grown produce, and finding inspiration in regional cuisine. The company's wine list was selected by top sommeliers and features vintages from European's most acclaimed grape-growing regions. Craft and regional beers, spirits, soft drinks, and specialty teas and coffees are also served onboard on an unlimited and complimentary basis.

Shore excursions often highlight local experts and artisans—such as chefs, bakers, cheese makers, and chocolatiers—making for memorable culinary experiences for Uniworld's well-traveled guests.

“Our guests can make their own pasta in Italy, sample foods made with saffron grown along the Danube, and watch cheese being made in the Netherlands,” said Young. “Eating and drinking as the locals do, there's simply no better way to discover the true heart and soul of another culture.”

A full ​listing of Readers' Choice winners​ in all categories can be found on the SAVEUR website at www.saveur.com/CTA. The site also has a list of Experts' Choice winners—selected separately by a panel of industry experts and​ SAVEUR editors—as well as a photo gallery, an article about each winner, and links to all winners' websites​. In addition, the October 2014 issue of SAVEUR will feature special coverage of the Experts' Choice winners, along with a reference to the announcement of the Readers' Choice winners online. The issue goes on sale September 16, 2014.

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About Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection

Award-winning Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection—the world's only authentic boutique river cruise line™—features luxurious ships with an average capacity of 130 guests and the highest staff-to-guest ratio in the river cruise industry, as well as included shore excursions, gourmet cuisine, and unsurpassed hospitality. Based in Los Angeles, California, Uniworld offers voyages on 16 rivers in 21 countries throughout Europe, Russia, China, Vietnam, Cambodia, and India. Uniworld is a member of Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) and is highly regarded by discerning travelers, media, and cruise industry experts:

• ·         Listed among the "World's Best River Cruises" by Travel + Leisure, and recognized for the “World's Best Service” in the River Cruise category
• ·         Seven ships listed among Travel + Leisure's “Top 20 River Ships,” with River Countess rated highest of all cruise ships (river & ocean)
• ·         Distinguished as a Condé Nast Traveler “Platinum Circle Member” (an honor bestowed for being on the prestigious Gold List every year for seven years (2008 – 2014)
• ·         Top three ranking on Condé Nast Traveler's “Top Ten” list of cruise lines (river & ocean)
• ·         Named “Best Luxury River Cruise Line” by Cruise International (2012 & 2013)

About The TreadRight Foundation
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is part of a joint initiative with The TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit foundation established by The Travel Corporation to encourage sustainable tourism within our own family of brands and in the places we visit. To date, TreadRight has donated more than US $2 million to sustainable tourism projects around the world. To find out more about our partnership, please visit TreadRight.com. 

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