HISTORY OF HOSPITALITY EXCELLENCE

The story of our guiding visionary.

From the moment you step onboard our one-of-a-kind award-winning ships, you notice the Uniworld difference. The spirit of hospitality that follows you your entire journey is the result of our guiding visionary, Bea Tollman. Bea is the creative mind behind our luxury, floating boutique hotel experience and her personal touches can be found everywhere—from the distinct design of our ships, the recipes for our locally sourced cuisine and the unmatched staff attentiveness. She has been honoured for a lifetime of achievement in hospitality, including an induction into the British Travel and Hospitality Hall of Fame. We’re proud to follow her commitment to luxury. "I wanted something different for our guests. I knew that there was this vision inside of me and I set out to create it. " – Bea

DESIGNED TO INSPIRE Bea has helped design our ships to reflect the rivers they cruise on, with bespoke themes, colour palettes, original art and personally selected furnishings. Step onboard one of our floating boutique hotels and get a sense of her heart and love of hospitality in every room.

A NOURISHED PALATE Much of the attention to detail you’ll find onboard started in the kitchen. A temporary solution to help her husband, Stanley Tollman, with their first hotel paved the way for a life in food, later translating into the many delicious dishes and culinary feasts that have become a cornerstone for Red Carnation Hotels and Uniworld Boutique River Cruises alike.

A SPIRIT OF SERVICE To this very day, Bea remains hands-on. Over the years, she’s instilled many of her core values into how we interact with our guests. Whether it’s remembering exactly how you like your cocktail prepared, ending every exchange with a cheerful grin or surprising you with a thoughtful treat, Bea and her family have created a legacy of providing unforgettable experiences.