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flag Australian company APT launched two luxury river cruise ships in 2025, blending Australian design with European routes, gaining acclaim for their unique, authentic aesthetic.

flag Australian travel company APT has launched two luxury river cruise ships, APT Solara and APT Ostara, designed by Hecker Guthrie and built in the Netherlands. flag Each carrying 154 passengers, the vessels feature Australian-inspired interiors that emphasize authenticity and community through thoughtful design, avoiding clichéd national symbols. flag Since their 2025 debut on European routes like the Danube-Rhine and Main-Rhine rivers, the ships have received strong acclaim for blending modern elegance with a distinct Australian perspective. flag The launch highlights a growing influence of Australian design in global luxury travel and reflects increased competition in the river cruise market, as major ocean cruise lines expand into the space.

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