Viking River Cruises has a fantastic programme of river cruises that explore some of the most fascinating cities and towns along Russia's Volga river, and the line recently embarked on a massive … [Read more...] about Brush up on your Russian with Viking River Cruises
Five Reasons to River Cruise in 2012
I will admit it: Before I had taken my first river cruise, I had my doubts. Would I enjoy it? Would I be bored? Would it be too laid back? Even though I have 25+ deep ocean cruises under my nautical … [Read more...] about Five Reasons to River Cruise in 2012
River Cruising’s New Golden Age: 2012 Ship Launches
As we alluded to on New Year’s Day, this could be one of the best years to take a river cruise – ever. The number of new ships launching on the waterways of Europe alone is remarkable enough, but six … [Read more...] about River Cruising’s New Golden Age: 2012 Ship Launches
2012: The Year of the River Cruise
Happy New Year! 2012 may only be a few hours old, but we've got a feeling the forthcoming year could be one of the best ever for the river cruise industry. No less than 10 new river cruise ships will … [Read more...] about 2012: The Year of the River Cruise
Viking River Cruises’ Gluhwein
If you've been through the amazing Christmas Markets of Europe, you'll be familiar with the warming scents of the German spiced mulled wine known as Gluhwein. Now, the good people at Viking River … [Read more...] about Viking River Cruises’ Gluhwein
River Cruise of the Week – Viking’s Elegant Elbe
You don't really hear a lot about the Elbe River. It's not as well-known as the Main, nor does it have a snappy waltz composed in its name like the Danube. But the banks of the Elbe are home to some … [Read more...] about River Cruise of the Week – Viking’s Elegant Elbe