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River Cruise Blog

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

European River Cruise Sights That You Don’t Have To leave The Ship To Enjoy

17th May 2016
The highlight of any European river cruise is getting off the ship and exploring the new destinations. However, there will be plenty to please the eye on the river banks too.

3 Things To Do In The Port Of…Nashville

10th May 2016
Nashville serves as a starting or finishing point on some of our Mississippi and Cumberland river cruises. Here are some great things to do in Music City.

European Wine Ports You May Not Have Heard Of

3rd May 2016
Europe is home to some of the best wine regions in the world but here are some wine ports which you may not be familiar with.

4 Things You’ll Find On Our Belgian and Dutch Waterways Cruises

26th April 2016
Spring is the perfect time to travel along the Belgian and Dutch waterways. Here are a few things you can expect to see along the way.

New River Cruise Line Brings French Flair To America’s Deep South

12th April 2016
A new luxury river cruise line is to set sail throughout America's Deep South later this year. Here's everything you need to know.

4 Highlights Of An African River Safari

5th April 2016
Our Africa river cruises with AmaWaterways give you the chance to enjoy a range of fantastic experiences. Here are just four highlights of these trips.

10 Facts About 10 Places The Danube Flows Through

29th March 2016
Europe's second longest river flows through ten different countries. Here are some facts about the towns and cities that lie on the banks of the Danube.

3 Things To Do In The Port Of…Basel

22nd March 2016
Our Rhine river cruises usually end or begin in the city of Basel, so here are three of the best things to do when you arrive in port.

Why Douro River Cruises Are The Hottest Holiday For 2016

15th March 2016
After a significant increase in the number of people interested in Douro river cruises, we look at why 2016 is the year to sail through Portugal.

Viking Invades Amsterdam With Six More Longships

8th March 2016
A recent event in Amsterdam celebrated the launch of six more Viking Longships, as the cruise line continues to expand its fleet at quite a pace.

Float Through France With Uniworld

1st March 2016
With Uniworld's 'Ultimate France' itinerary, you can sail three regions of France in one trip.

Discover US Cultural Heritage With Themed Cruises From Un-Cruise

23rd February 2016
US specialist Un-Cruise Adventures have added more themed cruises for 2016. Here we take a look at what they will focus on.

Talk Of A Tauck Fleet Upgrade

16th February 2016
River cruise line Tauck have announced plans to upgrade five of their ships, renaming them and creating more space on deck.

Indulge Yourself This Easter Along Europe’s Rivers

9th February 2016
Easter is a time of the year when we all like to indulge in a few sweet treats. Here are some river cruises that allow you to do just that.

3 Things To Do In The Port Of…Mandalay

2nd February 2016
As a stop on many of our Irrawaddy river cruises, Mandalay is a great city to explore. Here are some exciting things to do whilst you're there.

More Chances For A Sightseeing Cycle With AmaWaterways

26th January 2016
As AmaWaterways increases its hiking and biking shore excursions for 2016, there's now a wider range of active tours when travelling through Europe.

Do I Need A Balcony On My River Cruise?

19th January 2016
We take a look at whether a balcony stateroom is worth the upgrade. Here are some great benefits to having your own outside space.

Celebrate 260 Years Of The Douro Wine Company

12th January 2016
The Douro Wine Company was established in 1756. 260 years later and the controls it put in place have helped Port wine to become a great success all over the world.

What Does 2016 Have In Store For River Cruising?

5th January 2016
As we look ahead at the next twelve months, we consider what the world of river cruising may have in store for travellers during 2016.

The European River Cruise Bucket List

22nd December 2015
There are some great sights to see along Europe's waterways, but here is our list of those which you must not miss.

Make 2016 The Year You Take An Asian River Cruise

15th December 2015
With three different rivers to choose from, Avalon Waterways have some great options for exploring Asia.

3 Things To Do In The Port Of…Minneapolis

8th December 2015
If you find yourself in the city of Minneapolis, ready to start an adventure along the Mississippi, here are some fantastic things to get up to whilst you're there.

I’m A Celebrity, Get Me Ama Here!

1st December 2015
As 'I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here' heads into its final week, AmaWaterways are sharing some unique dining experiences of their own.

Explore The Beaches Of The Normandy Landings With Avalon Waterways

24th November 2015
In 2016, Avalon Waterways are offering the chance to visit the historic beaches of the Normandy Landings as part of a Seine river cruise from Paris.

Highlights of the Majestic Yangtze River

17th November 2015
A Yangtze River cruise, coupled with a longer land-based stay is the perfect way to explore this ancient and magical country in perfect comfort.

Three Times A Silver Lady

10th November 2015
Amadeus River Cruises are set to launch their third longship when Amadeus Silver III arrives in the spring.

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