One of the greatest obstacles of any river cruise can be finding affordable airfare. While some lines - most notably A-ROSA - include economy-class airfare as part of the cost of the cruise itself, … [Read more...] about River Cruise Basics: The Frequent Flyer Points Game
River Cruise Advice: Which side of the ship is better?
It’s a question that comes up again and again: What side of the ship should I book my stateroom on? The root of the question itself is understandable: There is a lot to see along the waterways of … [Read more...] about River Cruise Advice: Which side of the ship is better?
AmaWaterways Expands Africa River Cruises in 2014
AmaWaterways has taken the wraps off its 2014 safari river cruise itineraries in Africa with the release of its African Safaris & Wildlife Cruise brochure. The only river cruise line to offer … [Read more...] about AmaWaterways Expands Africa River Cruises in 2014
The Mystique of the American Queen and the Mississippi River
I read a fantastic post on the American Queen Steamboat Company blog the other day. It's well-worth a read. The article was on inspiration, and what inspires people to not just … [Read more...] about The Mystique of the American Queen and the Mississippi River
Scenic Welcomes Its Jewel Into The Fleet
Australian-based Scenic Tours officially welcomed its newest river cruise ship last Friday. Costing an estimated $27 million dollars, the 169-guest Scenic Jewel becomes the seventh ship in the Scenic … [Read more...] about Scenic Welcomes Its Jewel Into The Fleet
Four River Cruise Myths
Before I set out on my first Europe river cruise, I was already what you might call an “experienced cruiser.” This led me to believe - erroneously, I might add - that I knew what to expect on a river … [Read more...] about Four River Cruise Myths