HOLIDAY OFFER Join a literary festival on the Danube
House Beautiful readers can sail along the Danube in the company of some of the world’s most inspiring writers in association with the Henley Festival of Literature & Arts
We’re thrilled to announce our first Literary Festival on Water. Departing in April 2021, this unique eight-day Danube cruise will lead you on an unforgettable voyage along one of Europe’s great rivers. Sailing in style on an Emerald Waterways Star-Ship, you’ll enjoy talks, interviews and Q&A sessions on board with famous and inspiring writers and more. Created in partnership with the Henley Literary Festival, this holiday promises the chance to enjoy fantastic food, wine and views as you explore Europe’s great cities, while rubbing shoulders with some of our favourite personalities from the world of books.
Who you’ll meet DAME JENNI MURRAY
Much-loved broadcaster Jenni Murray has presented BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour for more than 30 years. She is also the author of several books, including A History Of Britain In 21 Women.
JEREMY PAXMAN
The award-winning journalist, author and broadcaster was the anchorman of BBC’s Newsnight for 25 years and has hosted University Challenge since 1994. His books include the memoir A Life In Questions.
LOUIS DE BERNIÈRES
Louis has written numerous internationally acclaimed novels. His best-known work, Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, won the Commonwealth Writers’ Prize for Best Novel and was adapted into a film.
VICTORIA HISLOP
Victoria’s novel The Island has sold more than 5m copies. Her books have been translated into more than 30 languages, and she’s drawn to Greece and the Aegean, where many of her novels are set.
KATE ADIE
The former correspondent presents BBC Radio 4’s From Our Own Correspondent and has written several books, including a memoir of her extraordinary life, The Kindness Of Strangers.
LIZ EARLE
Liz is the bestselling author of more than 35 books, as well as being a leading wellness entrepreneur, TV presenter, podcast host, charity founder and organic farmer.
GABY HUDDART
GH’s editor-in-chief, Gaby Huddart, will host a drinks reception and gala dinner, interview special guests and give her insight into how Britain’s biggest-selling lifestyle magazine is created.
WHERE YOU’LL STAY
Your elegant Emerald Waterways Star-Ship has everything on board to make your trip truly unforgettable. Staffed by an attentive and highly trained crew, the ship’s excellent amenities include spacious cabins, a stylish restaurant with outstanding cuisine, sundeck, putting green, fitness centre and heated swimming pool, which turns into an open-air cinema on selected evenings.
WHERE YOU’LL GO
During this wonderful voyage along the Danube, you’ll have time to discover two capitals: Vienna, famous for its art, culture and culinary specialities (including delicious patisseries), and Budapest, known for its magnificent architecture, such as the Hungarian Parliament Building and Buda Castle. Along the way, there’ll be more to enjoy, including guided walks, gourmet tastings and other excursions, plus the chance to discover Passau and Linz, the 900-year-old Melk Abbey and UNESCO-listed Wachau Valley.