FORT WORTH, Texas (29 April 2026) — The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) is proud to announce that AmaWaterways, the largest cruise line dedicated exclusively to river cruising, has joined as the association’s newest Global Partner.
AmaWaterways has spent over 23 years focusing on personalized service, wellness, and local immersion across the world’s most iconic waterways. Their transition to Global Partner status reflects their ongoing dedication to making sure LGBTQ+ travelers feel celebrated and welcomed across their fleet in Europe, Asia, South America and Africa.
“We are thrilled to welcome AmaWaterways as an IGLTA Global Partner,” said Clark Massad (he/him), IGLTA Vice President of Global Partnerships. “AmaWaterways has been a strong IGLTA member for years with a proven track record of providing welcoming experiences for the LGBTQ+ community on board.This elevation to Global Partner status builds on their long-standing support, and we look forward to working together to expand inclusive river cruise opportunities to our network.”
“We’re proud to deepen our partnership with IGLTA and continue building on the work we’ve done over the past several years,” said Alex Pinelo (he/him), Chief Sales Officer at AmaWaterways. “Creating a welcoming and inclusive environment on board is one of our greatest priorities and we’re grateful for the opportunity to work more closely with IGLTA to continue expanding these experiences for LGBTQ+ travelers around the world.”
AmaWaterways has been an active member of the IGLTA network since 2018. IGLTA tour operator members have organized many LGBTQ+ group sailings and full-ship charters on AmaWaterways vessels, creating memorable river cruise experiences for the LGBTQ+ community around the world. As a Global Partner, AmaWaterways gains increased visibility within the IGLTA network and will collaborate closely with the association to further engagement within the luxury cruise sector.
About IGLTA & the IGLTA Foundation
The International LGBTQ+ Travel Association is the global leader in advancing LGBTQ+ travel and a proud Affiliate Member of UN Tourism. IGLTA’s mission is to enable authentic travel that enriches lives and connects the LGBTQ+ community and tourism industry. IGLTA's global network includes 14,500+ LGBTQ+ welcoming accommodations, destinations, service providers, travel agents, tour operators, events, and travel media in 80 countries. The IGLTA Global Partnership program builds strong brand alliances, providing our partners with the context, vocabulary and research to elevate their support of the LGBTQ+ travel community. The philanthropic IGLTA Foundation empowers LGBTQ+ welcoming travel businesses globally through leadership, research, and education. For more information: iglta.org, igltaconvention.org or iglta.org/foundation and follow social media at @IGLTA and @IGLTAFoundation.
About AmaWaterways
AmaWaterways curates river journeys designed for comfort, connection and discovery. Its spacious, custom-designed ships cruise through Europe, Southeast Asia, Africa and South America, offering guests the freedom to explore at their own pace. Founded by European pioneers in river cruising, the company is celebrated for its thoughtful approach to travel, blending authentic experiences with heartfelt service. With daily onshore experiences, regionally inspired cuisine, award-winning wellness amenities and a warm, welcoming atmosphere, every journey reflects the rhythm and interests of each guest. https://www.amawaterways.com