Looks can deceive. Rarely, for example, will Scenic appear as the lowest-priced operator when comparing river cruises on similar itineraries. In my story, What Scenic Does Differently In Bordeaux, Scenic’s per diems for eight-day Bordeaux itineraries were considerably higher than AmaWaterways (by 28 percent), CroisiEurope (by 90 percent) and Viking (by 45 percent). On some […]
Summer Plans? To Save Big on Christmas Markets River Cruises, Naturally.
Summer has officially arrived. While sugarplums and candy canes might not be dancing in your heads, it’s a sweet time to book a holiday-themed river cruise. AmaWaterways just announced a limited-time offer that could save you up to $1,500 on 2017 Christmas markets theme cruises, if you book by July 31, 2017. Don’t delay, as these sailings […]
Scenic Announces Free Airfare on 2018 Mekong Cruises
It is never too early to plan a Mekong cruise – especially as Scenic announces free airfare for guests booking the 13-day Treasures of the Mekong cruises. Guests get to explore and learn about the cultures and histories of the cities, towns and villages that reside along the banks of the 2,700-mile long, six-country river. […]
In Bordeaux, What Scenic Does Differently
Five companies operate river cruises in Bordeaux: AmaWaterways, CroisiEurope (with two ships), Scenic, Uniworld and Viking. All five companies run similarly sized vessels, similar itineraries and similar land programs, and visit more or less the same destinations. Libourne, with excursions to nearby Saint-Émilion; Pauillac, for outings in the Medoc region; Blaye, with its impressive fortress; […]
Scenic Offers Free Flights and Other Incentives on 2017 Mekong and Irrawaddy Sailings
Scenic offers free flights or up to $2,000 per couple savings on 2017 SE Asia sailings Scenic is bringing Southeast Asia closer to a reality for US travelers. Booking any departure between August and December 2017 means free air from 25 US gateways or $2,000 savings per couple on its 13-day “Treasures of the Mekong” […]
