We wondered when it would happen: When would a savvy river cruise company pick up the rest of Crystal River Cruises fleet. Nearly a year after Crystal ceased sailing, Riverside Luxury Cruises acquired … [Read more...] about Crystal River Cruises Reincarnated? Riverside Acquires Rest Of Crystal Fleet
European Christmas Markets River Cruises With 2023 Pricing
Leaving home for the holidays can be a hard. For some it feels like you are leaving behind tradition, family and friends, all of which seems unthinkable. I was one of those people - until I did my … [Read more...] about European Christmas Markets River Cruises With 2023 Pricing
Too Good To Fail? Crystal’s Fate
Our post about Crystal’s woes sparked all sorts of responses, from tears among Crystal’s current and former employees to past guests and travel advisors expressing hope for Crystal’s … [Read more...] about Too Good To Fail? Crystal’s Fate
Crystal’s Woes: Parent Genting Hong Kong Files For Insolvency
Crystal is suspending operations for its ocean and expedition ships through April 29, 2022, with river cruises suspended through the end of May 2022. The company announced in a letter to guests … [Read more...] about Crystal’s Woes: Parent Genting Hong Kong Files For Insolvency
Cruise With Me In 2022: Budapest To Amsterdam or Christmas Markets
Cruise With Me In 2022: Budapest To Amsterdam or Christmas Markets Seems that every time I host a cruise, I end up committing to hosting more. In 2022, I am now hosting a total of five trips. … [Read more...] about Cruise With Me In 2022: Budapest To Amsterdam or Christmas Markets
Postcards From The Magical Moselle
Two years ago, I posted The Moselle: Europe’s Most Beautiful River – At Least During The Fall. The Moselle was just as enchanting when I cruised on Crystal Debussy earlier this month. The wine harvest … [Read more...] about Postcards From The Magical Moselle
