Is this river cruising’s world cruise equivalent? In June 2023, AmaWaterways will offer a 46-night exploration of Europe that sails through 14 countries on seven rivers. While full details will be … [Read more...] about The 47-Day River Cruise Through Europe
Cargo-Ladened & Pulled By Mules: The First Converted Barge To Cruise The French Canals
In previous posts, we learned how river cruising evolved from an experimental steamboat on the Saône to paddle-wheelers plying rivers in the United States and Europe. These evolutions, however, were … [Read more...] about Cargo-Ladened & Pulled By Mules: The First Converted Barge To Cruise The French Canals
Paddle-Wheelers On The Mississippi, Steamboats On The Rhine & The Rise Of KD River Line
In our last post, we learned how steam engines were adapted to propel riverboats in Europe and the United States (if you missed that post, see Where River Cruising Began: A ‘Fire Boat’ On The Saône). … [Read more...] about Paddle-Wheelers On The Mississippi, Steamboats On The Rhine & The Rise Of KD River Line
Where River Cruising Began: A ‘Fire Boat’ On The Saône
In 1783, in the city of Lyon, a 32-year-old engineer and inventor did something remarkable: He unwittingly gave birth to river cruising as we know it today.On what was presumably a warm day in … [Read more...] about Where River Cruising Began: A ‘Fire Boat’ On The Saône
REPLAY: Small-Ship Cruisers: What’s Trending? Where Should You Go Next? Silversea Tells Us
What are the hottest small-ship cruise itineraries for 2022/2023? Silversea’s Barbara Muckermann and Conrad Combrink joined us to discuss current booking trends for the luxury cruise company’s classic … [Read more...] about REPLAY: Small-Ship Cruisers: What’s Trending? Where Should You Go Next? Silversea Tells Us
Six Travel Trends Driving Record River Cruise Bookings For AmaWaterways
While travelers continue to prioritize health and safety, they are increasingly looking to plan longer, immersive travel experiences to better appreciate nature, live in the moment and reconnect with … [Read more...] about Six Travel Trends Driving Record River Cruise Bookings For AmaWaterways
