

Chef Tom Goetter of Scenic Group and Top Chef World-All Stars to Join Chef Dale MacKay’s Cruise
June 21-28, 2024
8-day itinerary | Danube Delights with Chef Dale MacKay Budapest to Regensburg (Munich) EWNB210624.2
We are thrilled to announce that guests on Chef Dale MacKay’s Danube Delights cruise June 21-28 will double their “Top Chef” culinary experience: Scenic Group’s own Tom Goetter will join his Top Chef World All-Stars castmate and friend — Canada’s Dale MacKay — for a once-ina-lifetime culinary sailing with Emerald Cruises. This eight-day sailing offers a unique opportunity for the celebrity chefs to collaborate as they blend their distinct culinary styles for a week of inspiring cuisine onboard Emerald Destiny.


Discover the Danube with Two World-Renowned Chefs
Chef Dale and Tom’s Unforgettable Culinary Collaborations
Onboard, Chef Tom and Chef Dale will collaborate on a remarkable dinner inspired by the Danube Region. Witness their culinary genius and enjoy:
Exquisite Danube-Inspired Dinner: Indulge in a specially crafted dinner by Chefs Tom and Dale, highlighting the flavours of the Danube Region.
Live Cooking Demonstrations: Watch in awe as both chefs demonstrate their culinary expertise, creating unique dishes from identical ingredients.
Interactive Q&A Session: Engage in a live Q&A, gaining insights into their behind-the-scenes experiences in TV and renowned restaurants.

About Chef Tom Goetter
Tom Goetter started his cooking career at Hyatt Hotels in his hometown of Mainz, followed by Steinberger Academy in southern Germany where he obtained his master’s in culinary arts graduating with honors. He trained under Thomas Keller and his team in Napa Valley before beginning his career with Scenic when he took the position of Executive Chef for the newly launched Scenic Eclipse in 2019. Today he oversees the entire culinary program for both Scenic Eclipse Discovery Yachts as well as the two Emerald Cruises yachts as VP of Hotel Operations for Scenic Group.

About Chef Dale MacKay
Chef Dale MacKay was born in Saskatchewan, Canada and knew from an early age that he was destined for the kitchen. He travelled the world, working his way through the kitchens of Gordon Ramsay and Daniel Boulud for a decade before winning the first season of Top Chef Canada. Following his time on the show, he moved back to Saskatoon. Over the past ten years, he and long-time co-worker and business partner Christopher Cho have opened five award-winning restaurants in Saskatchewan under Grassroots Restaurant Group. Featuring Japanese, Korean and French influences, the restaurants include Ayden Kitchen and Bar, Little Grouse on the Prairie, Sticks and Stones, Avenue Restaurant. A single dad to his son Ayden, he enjoys spending his free time cooking together and watching movies at home. Always testing his competitive side, Dale has also appeared on Iron Chef Gauntlet, Fire Masters, Wall of Chefs and competed internationally on Top Chef World All-Stars.


Danube Delights River Cruise
Explore the captivating cities of Vienna, Budapest, and Bratislava and more, where history and culture intertwine, and architectural gems await at every turn. Delve into the region’s fascinating past with guided tours to medieval castles, baroque palaces, and UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites. This insightful itinerary crosses into four countries, offering a unique perspective into their past and present simultaneously.
Experience our Emerald Cruises’ Generous Inclusions
A 7-time winner of Emerald Cruises’ Editors’ Picks award and a 2023 top winner of the Cruise Critic Cruiser’s Choice Awards for Best River Cruises, Emerald Cruises’ inclusive approach to contemporary river cruising offers so much included with one incredible price.
Port charges and taxes included
Boutique hotel-style suites
All on board meals and gourmet dining at Reflections restaurant
A refined selection of wine, beer, and soft drinks all day, every day*
All airport transfers to and from your Star-Ship
Daily excursions
Biking and hiking guided tours with EmeraldACTIVE
Highlights Unique to Your Itinerary:
Guided tour of Göttweig Abbey
Vienna art tour with a visit to the Kunsthistorisches Museum
Walking tour of Bratislava
Traditional Bavarian band on board
Home-hosted coffee and cake with a Slovakian family
Traditional Hungarian folklore show on board
Plus so much more
Regensburg
GERMANY Engelhartszell
Munich
Map is a guide only
7 AUSTRIA
Passau Dürnstein
Krems
Vienna
SLOVAKIA
Bratislava
Budapest
HUNGARY

Add Prague to your cruise starting at $750pp
Your stay includes:
§ Three nights in Prague
§ A guided tour of Prague
§ Coffee & Cake at Lobkowicz Palace
§ Transfer from the ship and to the airport
§ 3 Breakfasts
Danube Delights River Cruise with Chef Dale Mackay
June 21-28, 2024
Budapest to Regensburg (Munich) EWNB210624.2
Sailing through 4 countries along the Danube River, the region celebrates a harmonious blend of hearty, comforting dishes, a rich tapestry of flavours and refined culinary techniques. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be one of only 180 lucky guests on board to experience the artistry of Chef Dale MacKay and Chef Tom Goetter as they flawlessly combine locally sourced, premium ingredients of the region with their renowned culinary approach.



PRICING PER PERSON
Terms & Conditions: Valid for new bookings on June 21, 2024 Danube Delights with Celebrity Chef Dale MacKay (Journey Code: EWNB210624.2) made by May 31, 2024. A non–refundable initial deposit of $500 per person at time booking. Promotional offers are strictly limited on selected cabin types on set departures, subject to availability and until sold out. Offers and discounts are non-transferable, non-refundable and cannot be redeemed for cash. Offer is combinable with EmeraldEXPLORER loyalty voucher, Travel Showcase Event vouchers and are available to new groups booked and deposited during promotional period, no retroactivity). Offers are not combinable with exclusive promotions, solo offers, Family50 offer, Friends & Family rates, interline, distressed discount offers, or any other restricted/special/exclusive offers. All offers are inventory controlled, strictly capacity limited, may be extended, cancelled, or withdrawn at any time without notice, and subject to availability until sold out. All prices advertised are in CAD dollars and include all advertised discount savings including early payment discounts. We reserve the right to not honour any published prices that we determine were erroneous due to printing, electronic or clerical error. Super Earlybird Promotion: Full payment is due 10 months prior to departure. When booking within 10 months of departure, if the Super Earlybird is still available, full payment is due at time of booking. All bookings are subject to our full terms and conditions. Once sold out or if full payment is not received the standard fare will apply. Tax and ticket surcharges may apply. If Super Earlybird promotion offer includes international airfare flights are economy class and must be booked by Emerald Cruises, and on airline and routing of Emerald Cruises’ choice. Maximum value for flight tickets, including taxes is $1,850 per person. Air Credit in lieu of flights is available up to a maximum of $1,200pp (based on booked stateroom/suite). Flights must be booked within 10-6 months to departure. If not booked during this time, Emerald Cruises reserves the right to remove the flight offer and replace it with the Air Credit discount. Any flight surcharges or upgrades must be paid in full at time of flight ticketing. Once the flight is booked, the flight tickets are 100% non-refundable and non-changeable. Economy Air only on Emerald Cruises choice of airlines from 11 specific Canadian gateways: YHZ, YYZ, YOW, YUL, YQR, YXE, YWG, YEG, YYC, YVR, YYJ. All other gateways will incur a surcharge. Flights must be booked by Emerald Cruises