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The B

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The B, from Uniworld's U River Cruises, is out of commission in 2019. It will return in 2020 with itineraries in Central Europe instead of France. The fares are all-inclusive and cover food, drink, entertainment, Wi-Fi, all the tours in each town and…

  • 120guests
  • 5,000gross tons
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A scenic canal in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

At a glance

The B is an intimate-size cruise ship operated by Uniworld River Cruises, in service since 2017. It carries 120 guests and 31 crew (3.9 guests per crew member) at 5,000 gross tons. It ties with 1 other ship as the 13th largest of 17 Uniworld River Cruises ships by guest capacity.

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Specs

Guests
120
Crew
31
Gross tons
5,000
Decks
3
Length
361 ft
Beam
38 ft
Maiden voyage
2017
Space ratio
3.9
Gross tons per guest
Guests per crew
3.9
Speed (mph)
15

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Our review

The B: High-end cruises in Central Europe on a modern ship

The B, from luxury cruise line Uniworld, features luxury river cruises in Central Europe for travelers of all ages. 

The B is stunning in its look, featuring rooftop lounges, geometric-printed carpets and walls, graphic-designed furniture and flashes of neon. Technology is front and center, with USB outlets in staterooms and even the dining room.

Fares are all-inclusive and cover food, drink, entertainment, Wi-Fi, all the tours in each town and gratuities. Shoe excursions start later in the evening to allow partying late into the night.

The B boasts luxuriously appointed riverview staterooms, some with French balconies and bathrooms are stocked with L’Occitane body products. There is a panoramic main lounge with a full-service bar, cozy library/game room, and elegant restaurant. You'll also find farm-to-table dining and mixology classes. A 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar are at cruisers' disposal. Enjoy the storied routes on the sun deck atop the ship. Wireless Internet access is available in public areas.

Who will enjoy sailing on The B

The B is a great option for plugged-in younger travelers and tech-savvy cruisers looking for a different kind of travel experience on a luxurious river ship.

Where The B sails

When it is operating, the B cruises between Brussels and Amsterdam and between Amsterdam and Frankfurt.  To see upcoming itineraries, contact a Cruiseable travel advisor. 

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Dining

All meals are in the Restaurant, forward on Moselle deck. It's a light and airy room. Meals are open seating. Breakfast and lunch are buffet-style. No need to dress up: Leggings, jeans and shorts are the norm.

Entertainment & public areas

  • Main Lounge with full-service bar and dance floor
  • Library/game room
  • Sun deck with life-size chess and shuffleboard
  • Fitness center with a jet massage shower cabin
  • Serenity River Spa, and boutique

Staterooms

Guests have a choice of four categories of cabins: Studios, Triples, Balconies and Suites. All cabins except Suites are a smallish 128 square feet; Suites are 256 square feet. All staterooms sport clean, modern lines as well as electronic outlets and lots of gizmos.

Additional amenities

  • Free Internet and Wi-Fi access
  • 24-hour reception service
  • Complimentary 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar
  • Use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks

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For pricing, itinerary information and to reserve your spot on The B, contact a Cruiseable travel consultant by email or call 1-877-322-3773.

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Inside and out

Destinations 3

  • The Grand Place, or Grote Market, is the central square of Brussels, Belgium.
    The Grand Place, or Grote Market, is the central square of Brussels, Belgium.
  • Cologne's two large churches are visible from the Rhine River.
    Cologne's two large churches are visible from the Rhine River.
  • Alte Oper (Old Opera), a concert hall and former opera house in Frankfurt, Germany, was destroyed by bombs in 1944. It was rebuilt and reopened in 1981.
    Alte Oper (Old Opera), a concert hall and former opera house in Frankfurt, Germany, was destroyed by bombs in 1944. It was rebuilt and reopened in 1981.

Ship exteriors 2

  • Sleek and modern, the river ships from U River Cruises targets today’s connected young traveler.
    Sleek and modern, the river ships from U River Cruises targets today’s connected young traveler.
  • For a completely different kind of river cruise catering to the younger crowd, consider The B from U River Cruises.
    For a completely different kind of river cruise catering to the younger crowd, consider The B from U River Cruises.

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  • A scenic canal in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.
    A scenic canal in Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

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