Airport transfer fees are almost always included in your river cruise fare if you book air travel through the cruise line. Even if you don’t, the fees may still be part of the package. It just depends … [Read more...] about Airport Transfer Fees: Which River Cruise Companies Include Them in the Fare?
Cruises on the Douro River
Douro River cruises are from Porto, Portugal to Vega de Terron, Spain. Most trips are roundtrip from Porto, which is a coastal city in western Portugal located near the Atlantic Ocean. Vega de Terron … [Read more...] about Cruises on the Douro River
Shore Excursions: Which River Cruise Companies Include Them in the Fare?
Are shore excursions or tours included in the river cruise fare? It depends. While shore excursions are often an add-on for ocean cruises, they are pretty much the norm for river cruises in all … [Read more...] about Shore Excursions: Which River Cruise Companies Include Them in the Fare?
Prepaid Gratuities: Which River Cruise Companies Include Them in the Fare?
Prepaid gratuities may or may not be bundled with an all-inclusive river cruise package. But did you know there are varying degrees of gratuities? What probably comes to mind for most people is the … [Read more...] about Prepaid Gratuities: Which River Cruise Companies Include Them in the Fare?
Join The Avid Cruiser On A Barge Journey Through France
River Cruise Advisor founder Ralph Grizzle – perhaps better known as The Avid Cruiser – is doing a very different kind of cruise this year – and he’s inviting readers to experience it with him. … [Read more...] about Join The Avid Cruiser On A Barge Journey Through France
Mini River Cruises in Europe
Most river cruise itineraries are at least seven nights or eight days; however, there are a few packages that are less than seven nights. These are considered mini river cruises or short break … [Read more...] about Mini River Cruises in Europe