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
The Top Three River Cruises For Millennials
Cruising is often seen as an activity for retirees - especially when it comes to cruising the rivers of Europe. Throughout the past few years, as river cruising has gained popularity, river cruise … [Read more...] about The Top Three River Cruises For Millennials
Your Thoughts On When We Will River Cruise In Europe Again
In last week’s story, we suggested that North Americans would be able to return to Europe for river cruises sometime during the summer of 2021. We asked for your vote, and this week, we're happy to … [Read more...] about Your Thoughts On When We Will River Cruise In Europe Again
When Can You River Cruise Again In Europe?
With Covid-19 vaccinations under way and river cruises scheduled to resume operations in the spring, one question stands above all others for us: When will North Americans be able to ply the rivers of … [Read more...] about When Can You River Cruise Again In Europe?
Two Jabs In Three Weeks: What Pfizer’s Covid Vaccine Means For Cruising
On Monday, cruise stocks, and in fact most travel-related stocks, surged on news that Pfizer’s Covid vaccine had shown to be more than 90 percent effective. Like us, you probably were cheered by the … [Read more...] about Two Jabs In Three Weeks: What Pfizer’s Covid Vaccine Means For Cruising
