by Sarah Kuta
Last updated: 2:40 PM ET, Tue July 15, 2025
Inside the new Spirit of the Moselle (Photo Credit: Karen Massey Photography/Saga)
Saga has officially welcomed its newest ship, Spirit of the Moselle, to its fleet.
The company hosted a christening ceremony for the new river cruise vessel in Amsterdam, with Louise Robinson—editorial director of Saga Magazine—serving as godmother. She performed the traditional act of smashing a bottle of Champagne against Spirit of the Moselle’s hull.
“What an unforgettable day in Amsterdam,” says Robinson. “I was so thrilled by the whole thing I thought might implode along with the champagne bottle, which, to my enormous relief, smashed on my command.”
After the ceremony, the 172-guest ship set sail on its inaugural voyage, an 8-day cruise through the Netherlands and Germany. The vessel has four passenger decks featuring 92 cabins, a restaurant, a sun deck and a large lounge area.
Spirit of the Moselle’s reception and lobby area is decorated with low-hanging lanterns and cascading bronze leaves. The interior design also features warm, rich tones and soft pastels, as well as modern furnishings.
“We have spent such a long time crafting every detail of Spirit of the Moselle, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally see her set sail,” says Lorraine Friend, head of river hotel operations for Saga. “The ship has really come to life, and she feels truly unique—a modern, boutique river ship designed with our guests in mind.”
For the latest travel news, updates and deals, subscribe to the daily TravelPulse newsletter.
Topics From This Article to Explore
