Traveling with Denella and AmaWaterways

Win Two Silver Telly Awards for “Cruising on the Rhine” Production

 

Calabasas, CA, June 2024 – Traveling With Denella, a premier travel media brand, in collaboration with AmaWaterways, the world’s leading river cruise line, proudly announce their joint win of the prestigious Silver Telly Awards in two notable categories for their production “Cruising The Rhine.”

 

The Silver Telly Awards, which honor excellence in video and television across all screens, have recognized “Cruising The Rhine” for its outstanding contributions in both Videography and Cinematography and Culture and Lifestyle.

 

This captivating production takes viewers on an unforgettable journey along the iconic Rhine River, exploring the scenic beauty and cultural richness of France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Switzerland. Through the lens of Traveling With Denella and showcasing the exceptional onboard service of AmaWaterways, audiences are immersed in a vivid tapestry of cultural experiences and breathtaking landscapes.

 

“We are thrilled to receive such esteemed recognition for our collaborative efforts on “Cruising The Rhine”,” said Denella Ri’chard, host of Traveling With Denella. “It was truly an honor to partner with AmaWaterways to bring the enchanting allure of the Rhine to life for our viewers. Our efforts delivered not one, but two esteemed recognitions.”

 

Michal Maguire, AmaWaterways VP of Marketing, expressed the line’s appreciation. “It is such an honor to be chosen for these two awards, especially Culture and Lifestyle as that is an important focus on every one of our voyages. Denella and her team’s ability to truly capture the flavor of the region and our guests’ enjoyment made for a winning formula, and credit goes to our great crew for showcasing all that our ships have to offer.”

 

With its innovative storytelling, breathtaking cinematography, and insightful exploration of culture and lifestyle, “Traveling With Denella’s Cruising The Rhine” sets a new standard for excellence in travel programming. For travelers seeking inspiration and adventure, “Cruising The Rhine” offers a captivating glimpse into the wonders waiting to be discovered along Europe’s most legendary waterway.

 

For more information or to reserve an AmaWaterways river cruise and land package, contact your preferred Travel Advisor, call 1.800.626.0126 or visit AmaWaterways.com.

 

About AmaWaterways

 

Family-owned and operated for 22 years, AmaWaterways offers unparalleled river cruise experiences with 29 custom-designed ships sailing Europe’s major rivers; Southeast Asia’s Mekong River; Africa’s Chobe River; Egypt’s Nile River and Colombia’s Magdalena River (2025). Co-founded by pioneering river cruise executives Rudi Schreiner, Kristin Karst and Jimmy Murphy, the company is renowned for its warm and welcoming crew; innovative and sustainable ship design; wellness activities (including a wide choice of included small group shore excursions featuring biking and hiking options); and award-winning, locally sourced cuisine paired with complimentary fine wine. Modern, spacious and tastefully decorated, most AmaWaterways ships welcome an average of just 150 guests and feature onboard amenities such as a stunning Main Lounge, specialty Chef’s Table restaurant, hair and massage salons, Sun Deck walking track and heated outdoor swimming pools with swim-up bars. AmaWaterways leads the river cruise industry in innovation, highlighted by the launch of the revolutionary AmaMagna. The company also offers a variety of themed sailings and brand relationships, with sailings geared towards active travelers and families, as well as group and charter options.

 

About Traveling with Denella Ri’chard

 

Denella Ri’chard is a world traveler, TV personality, former travel industry executive, and entrepreneur. Traveling With Denella Ri’chard is nationally syndicated, reaching millions on US broadcast television (ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, FOX, MNT), cable television (YurView / COX cable subscribers), globally ON DEMAND + streaming, in-flight currently on Turkish Airlines and Kuwait Airways; additionally, the television show can be watched in 168 countries on American Forces Network (AFN). With numerous travel and hospitality awards (including two – 2023 Silver Telly Awards, The International Hospitality Institute (IHI) list of “100 Most Influential People in USA Hospitality and Travel for 2023,” the 2023 Travel Pulse list of “Most Influential Women in Travel,” 2023 Travel Weekly Magellan Awards winner), she leverages her experience and expertise to excite viewers to stop dreaming and start traveling. Ri’chard held executive and senior leadership positions with publicly traded multi-billion-dollar travel companies: Hilton Worldwide, Carnival Corporation (Holland America Line), and Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings.

 

For more information about “Traveling With Denella Ri’chard” and to watch the award-winning episodes, visit www.travelingwithdenella.com. Follow the show on Facebook and Instagram @TravelingWithDenella.

 

About the Telly Awards

 

The Telly Awards annually showcase the best work created within television and across video, for all screens. Telly Award winners represent work from some of the most respected advertising agencies, television stations, production companies, and publishers from around the world. The Telly Awards recognize work created on behalf of a client, for a specific brand and/or company, or self-directed as a creative endeavor. For more details on the Telly Awards, visit www.tellyawards.com.