Riverside Luxury Cruises has named Emmy Award-winning host, producer and travel expert, Alle Pierce, as Godmother of Riverside Debussy. Pierce will christen Riverside Debussy on 13 March during the 2024 American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) River Cruise Expo in Amsterdam.Riverside Debussy (formerly Crystal Debussy) is Riverside Luxury Cruises’ third ship and will enter service on the Rhine River starting 23 March 2024.A former TV newsdesk anchor and entertainment reporter, Pierce is also the Founder of Gals Abroad Getaways.Pierce’s bespoke group trips empower independent women to chase their travel dreams one passport stamp at a time. Her adventures include dazzling the screens at major international sporting events and crafting captivating digital content for top streaming platforms and brands. Her infectious energy has been featured in The New York Times and Forbes and earned her an American Advertising Award.Subscribe to LATTE Cruise’s free eNewsletter to keep up to date with everything in the luxury cruise space.
“Alle’s extensive experience and infectious enthusiasm for travel makes her the perfect Godmother for Riverside Debussy,” said Jen Halboth, CEO of Riverside Luxury Cruises.“Her mission to empower women to travel and her support of travel advisors is an inspiration for the industry, if not for everyone. We cannot wait to for Alle to christen Riverside Debussy and launch Riverside Luxury Cruises’ third luxury river ship,” Halboth added.“Being named the Godmother of Riverside Debussy is a profound honour,” said Pierce. “Growing up with a mother who is a distinguished luxury travel advisor, river cruising has been an integral part of our shared travel story. It’s a mode of travel where my inherited adventurous spirit, inquisitive nature, and fervour for cultural exploration find their truest expression.
“The allure of river cruising lies in its ability to seamlessly blend adventure, curiosity, and a deep passion for diverse cultures. I am confident that Riverside Debussy will offer travellers an unparalleled opportunity to immerse themselves in the enchanting tapestry of Northwest Europe, a region that holds a special place in my heart.”Riverside Luxury Cruises is Europe’s newest and most luxurious river cruise brand offering all-inclusive vacations along the Rhine, Rhône, Danube, Main, and Moselle rivers. The brand’s all-suite Riverside Mozart, Riverside Ravel, and the soon-to-launch Riverside Debussy offer spacious accommodations, luxury furnishings, and onboard amenities found on Europe’s rivers.Travel advisors can register and book their luxury clients through the brand’s dedicated partner portal at www.Riverside-Cruises.com/TA.
