Guest column by Elsa Nystrom As I write this, the TV broadcasts news of a shooting at the Ft. Lauderdale Airport, perhaps 300 miles south of us in Florida. While 2016 was a year of terror for many … [Read more...] about Keep Traveling, Even In Troubled Times
Are River Cruises On The Nile Dead or Alive?
There was once a time when nearly every river cruise line offered river cruise journeys along Egypt’s Nile River. After the events of the Arab Spring in 2011, most companies moved to cancel their … [Read more...] about Are River Cruises On The Nile Dead or Alive?
When & How Do You Book Your River Cruise?
The results from last week’s poll suggest that most of our readers are planning their river cruises more than six months in advance. And while most believe they get the best value by booking a year or … [Read more...] about When & How Do You Book Your River Cruise?
Water Levels Continue to Disrupt European River Cruises – Update 2
The issue of water levels on the rivers of Europe has grown, with river cruise lines now reporting sailings are affected on the Danube, Elbe, Rhone, and Rhine rivers. All rivers except the Elbe are … [Read more...] about Water Levels Continue to Disrupt European River Cruises – Update 2
Water Levels Affect Danube, Elbe, Rhine River Cruises
The issue of water levels along the rivers of Europe has once again reared its ugly head – and it’s not pretty. Due to increased rainfall activity, the Danube and Rhine Rivers are currently … [Read more...] about Water Levels Affect Danube, Elbe, Rhine River Cruises
River Cruise Lines, Airlines, Respond to Brussels Terror Attacks
Update: March 24, 7:57 PM EST: Brussels Airport will remain closed through Sunday, March 27, inclusive. All flights into and out of the airport remain cancelled. Following yesterday’s terrorist … [Read more...] about River Cruise Lines, Airlines, Respond to Brussels Terror Attacks