The Advantages of Choosing a River Cruise to Explore Europe

If you’re a couple or solo traveler looking for something different, river cruising in Europe might just be the adventure you’ve been dreaming of.

With so many beautiful cities and rivers to explore, it’s no wonder that river cruising is becoming more and more popular each year. In this blog post, we’ll explore the advantages of choosing a river cruise over other forms of travel and address some common concerns that new river cruisers might have.

FAQs about Water Level Disruption on Danube River Cruise Holidays

River Cruise Ships – Amadeus Queen Review

I have been lucky enough to have been invited to the christening on the Lüftner family’s 14th ship, no mean feat for a family owned river cruise line.  Mrs Lüftner’s speech outlined the challenge when she recalled standing and looking at all the ships lined up together in their winter dry dock and calculating that […]

Introduction to No Fly River Cruises in France By Rail

This week’s blog post is an introduction to the reality of doing a French river cruise without having to set foot in an airport.  In the UK, our rail system is poor apart from routes leading directly into London.  But once at St Pancras for the Eurostar, then the European mainland is waiting.  So, our […]

Why do single travelers pay more for a river cruise?

“Why do I have to pay double for a single cabin?” We get asked this question all the time.  The worst thing for a single river cruise traveler is the single supplement.  But don’t just get angry.  It’s easy to avoid paying double by understanding the river cruise single market and how it works.

Exciting new trends ahead for river cruising

River cruising continues to expand and grow in popularity with European river cruises being the most frequently chosen. With a huge selection of places to travel to, wonderful culture to explore and stunning scenery, it is easy to see why Europe is leading the trend of river cruise holiday destinations.

The ultimate packing guide for your river cruise holiday

Packing is one of the worst parts of the holiday, as well as unpacking when you get back home. Having a comprehensive packing list makes it so much easier, especially when you are about to embark on one of our last minute river cruise deals.

Keeping fit has never been easier on river cruises!

River cruise lines, just like ocean cruisers, are offering more activities for adventure-minded travellers. The changes help river cruises appeal to the more independent and fitness-conscious passengers, with cruise itineraries becoming more diverse and active.

Why you should choose a river cruise as your next big holiday

Europe is a great destination for a holiday, and is so easily accessible from the UK, either by plane, boat, car or train. Whether you are visiting the continent for the first time or have been many times, a river cruise is a great choice for your next big holiday in Europe!

Tick off a river cruise in Russia from your bucket list

Russia has much to offer on a river cruise holiday, from magnificent cities to museums, historical towns, and beautiful views along the waterways. Book one of our fantastic river cruises in Russia to experience the brilliant culture the country has to offer.

Scenic river tours to be aimed at younger travellers

River cruise company Scenic is making steps to reach out to the younger demographic and more active travellers for their river cruises through Europe, including launching an ultra-luxury yacht for 2018.

Top tips for a Seine river cruise

France’s second longest river, the Seine, flows more than 480 miles from Burgundy, through Paris and Normandy before joining the English Channel at Le Havre. A Seine river cruise is one of the best travel experiences to have in Europe and there is something for everyone.