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Problems on river cruising – 5 point checklist

Problems on river cruising do happen. As a travel agent who specialises in river cruises we tell people honestly about problems that can occur on river cruises.  Once we have talked them through it, we find that people are ready to go and have the confidence to set off on their river cruise journey, safe […]

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Our opinion: 4 reasons to look at AmaWaterways

If you were to ask us, why choose AmaWaterways?  What do you think makes AmaWaterways stand out from its competitors?  Here are a few pointers we would like you to consider:

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Christmas Market River Cruises

Christmas markets river cruises allow you to sample so many different locations and some of the best of Europe’s oldest markets.  If you have the time, here are the best Christmas market river cruises to do. 17 Different Christmas Markets to Choose From   I have spent the last week going “aaah” over the beautiful […]

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Island Hopping Cruise in Croatia Review. Day 1

MV Amalia trip with Titan, 1st-3rd October 2015 We arrived at Venice Marco Polo airport whilst it is having renovations done. Beware at the moment as Venice Marco Polo airport is a little messy and quite a walk to the water taxis so be prepared. We were off for our journey to Rijeka via a […]

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Thinking of a Christmas River Cruise?

I very much like being able to sell river cruises where you know what you will get weather-wise. Christmas in central Europe will not be hot, the days will be short, the weather crisp and maybe a little snowy.  It is a landscape that will twinkle and inspire. Guaranteed! Luftner, Uniworld and AMA waterways offer […]

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MS Swiss Corona Review – Burgundy & Provence

Cruising the Rhône & Saône on the MS Swiss Corona Riviera Travel operate their Rhône and Saône river cruises through Burgundy and Provence on the lovely MS Swiss Corona.  It really is a cruise of two very different rivers with the calm, peaceful, picturesque La Saône meeting the strong and powerful Le Rhône at their […]

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Azamara Quest Ship Visit – 4th July 2015

Azamara Quest Ship Visit – Saturday 4th July Queen Elizabeth Il terminal Southampton. It was a very busy morning in Southampton as Britannia and Azure and Anthem and the Azamara Quest were all disembarking and embarking but traffic still pretty good at 9.30. Southampton really does know how to do ex UK cruising. But you […]

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Our Loire River Cruise Review

Being lovers of France we are always especially pleased to hear about new river ships in France. So, when we discovered that Croisi, the most French of river cruise companies and actually the largest river cruise company in the world, my English speaking friends, had decided to put their minds to a ship design that […]

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Top 10 Reasons to Visit Vienna

Vienna is a much-loved river cruise destination and there are many ways to see and enjoy it. Operators offer short city tours, at-night illumination cruises, private concerts, and recitals as well as museum visits and local culinary adventures.  We would also recommend an extended stay in the city, there is so much to see. So […]

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In Praise of French Balcony Cabins on European River Cruise Ships

Are you planning a river cruise for your next holiday? If so, then you should consider the difference between cabins with French Balconies and Verandah cabins. Both offer stunning views of passing scenery that can’t be experienced from land-based accommodations. But there are distinct differences between them that could influence your decision on which one […]

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There’s more to the Douro Valley than just Port!

Sweet and fruity, rich and full of flavour, Port wine is powerful and strong. After all it does have an alcohol content of between 18 and 22%. Yet we were surprised to find just how much variety exists during a river cruise through the Douro Valley – the home of the Port producers. Rosé, white […]

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European Christmas Traditions – Via a River Cruise

All this talk of Christmas river cruises is making me feel a bit festive, even in October!  Mince pies,  advent calendars, cake, crackers, carols and trees are an essential part of an English Christmas. I have been wondering how the other countries – where our river cruises call – also celebrate this holiday. If like me you are curious, then […]

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