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 […]
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; […]
CroisiEurope Inaugurates Its Latest Vessel, MS Douce France II
CroisiEurope has inaugurated its latest vessel, the MS Douce France II. After a complete renovation, the former MS Douce France has been transformed into the newest ship in CroisiEurope’s 50-plus ship fleet. Special attention was paid to open spaces and natural light. The company said it sought to achieve contemporary elegance, maximum comfort and utmost safety. The […]
CroisiEurope Announces Family Club Cruises With Included Second Cabin
CroisiEurope is further cementing its reputation as a family-friendly company with the introduction of the Family Club cruises. In addition to CroisiEurope’s standard offering of all meals, unlimited beverages and excursions on all programs, this new Family Club product allows children under 16 to cruise for free and includes a second cabin* so that families […]
