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River Cruise Blog

Our tips, advice and news stories give you everything you need to know about river cruising.

The Best Things About Taking A River Cruise

12th May 2015
There are many great reasons to take a river cruise but here are just a few. You can look forward to only unpacking once and a great all-inclusive package.

3 Things To Do In The Port Of…Koblenz

5th May 2015
When you reach Koblenz, on your Rhine river cruise, here are three things that you should definitely do before leaving the city.

A Silver Sister Joins The Amadeus Fleet

28th April 2015
As Amadeus launch their newest river ship, Amadeus Silver II, we take a look at what guests stepping on board can look forward to.

4 Innovative River Ship Features

14th April 2015
These innovative features mean that river vessels can make the most of the limited space they have whilst also attracting more travellers.

The Intriguing Irrawaddy

7th April 2015
Our Myanmar river cruises can take you down the length of the Irrawaddy. Here are some of the fascinating sights you will see along the way.

River Cruise Partnerships That Benefit You

31st March 2015
When a river cruise line partners with another company it usually means both will benefit. However, there are usually benefits for you, the cruiser, too.

Three Things To Do In The Port Of…Lyon

17th March 2015
When you arrive in Lyon during one of our Rhone river cruises, the city will greet you with open arms. Here are some great ways to spend your time.

4 All-Suite Ships For Luxury River Cruising

10th March 2015
These all-suite river ships will provide the most luxurious way to traverse the world's rivers. Premium amenities and unrivalled views await.

A Wealth Of Options When Choosing A European River Cruise

3rd March 2015
Our European river cruises can take you on a tour of many different countries on the continent. Here are the rivers that will take you through each nation.

4 Unfamiliar Danube Ports To Get Excited About

24th February 2015
There are many big cities along the river Danube that you will be very familiar with, but here are some lesser known gems to get excited about.

Tulip Time Is Almost Upon Us

17th February 2015
Spring brings with it thousands and thousands of tulips to the fields of the Netherlands. Here's what you can expect from our Tulip Time river cruises, which will allow you to see them in all their glory.

3 Things To Do In The Port Of… Phnom Penh

10th February 2015
Continuing our '3 Things To Do In The Port Of' series, we take a look at what you can get up to in the Cambodian capital of Phnom Penh.

5 Foods To Try During Your African River Cruise

3rd February 2015
Our African river cruises will take you into the heart of countries such as Botswana, Tanzania and South Africa. Here are some foods to try along the way.

Relive Your Favourite Film On A River Cruise

27th January 2015
Our river cruises can take you to filming locations all over the world. Find out how you can walk in the footsteps of your favourite film characters.

Europe’s Most Breath-taking Castles

20th January 2015
The banks of Europe's rivers are littered with magnificent castles. We take a look at some of the most impressive and nostalgic examples.

New River Ships To Get Excited About In 2015

13th January 2015
A number of new river cruise ships are being launched in 2015. We take a look at some of the most exciting new recruits.

The Amazing Amazon

23rd December
A trip along the Amazon River truly is an adventure. Here are some of the amazing things you will get to experience when you book with us.

3 Things To Do In The Port Of… New Orleans

16th December 2014
New Orleans is one of America's most loved cities. Here are three ways to get the most from this cultural, historical and fascinating Mississippi port.

River Cruise Trends To Look Out For In 2015

9th December 2014
As 2014 draws to a close, we take a look at some of the river cruise trends that we could see in 2015.

4 Rivers You’ve Never Heard Of

2nd December 2014
We're all familiar with rivers such as the Danube, Rhine, Mississippi and Seine but what about some of the more obscure but equally important ones?

Introducing the AmaWaterways Beer Themed Cruise

4th November 2014
Whether you are a beer connoisseur or just someone who appreciates the taste and complexity of this much-loved beverage, this beer-themed​ cruise may well fill your pint glass to the brim.

10 Irresistible River Facts

28th October 2014
Start your learning even before you set off on your river cruise by reading our fascinating facts about the world's waterways.

The Docile Douro

25th November 2014
The Douro provides a relaxing destination for a river cruise with plenty of chances to recount the history of the area and sample some amazing Port wine.

Three Christmas River Cruises Certain To Encourage Festive Cheer

21st October 2014
As Christmas creeps closer, we take a look at how you can get yourself in the festive spirit onboard a variety of different river cruises.

Top 3 Things To Do In The Port Of…Antwerp

18th November 2014
Belgium's second city has so much to offer. Here are some interesting things to do when you stop in Antwerp during your river cruise on the Dutch and Belgian waterways.

Top 3 Things To Do In The Port Of…Linz

14th October 2014
The port of Linz can be visited on our Danube river cruises. Here are some interesting things to get up to whilst you are in town.

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