After all the European-based river cruise hoopla of the past few weeks, one news item has gone largely unnoticed by the mainstream press, even though it stands to be one of the more significant … [Read more...] about Understanding The New Century Paragon & Its Relationship To Avalon & Uniworld
Egypt River Cruises: Are They Safe?
You may have read that violent protests have erupted for a second day in Port Said, Egypt. One of the most fascinating countries in the world to visit, Egypt has been in a state of near-constant … [Read more...] about Egypt River Cruises: Are They Safe?
Water Levels and European River Cruising
This week, Ralph Grizzle is sailing aboard Viking River Cruises’ elegant new Viking Odin, one of six Viking Longships that entered service this year, and part of a larger order that will see ten … [Read more...] about Water Levels and European River Cruising
River Cruise of the Week: Tauck’s French Escapade
Our River Cruise Itinerary of the Week begins at a slightly different place than you might expect: in the sun-splashed millionaire’s playground of Monte Carlo, Monaco. It’s a fitting start to … [Read more...] about River Cruise of the Week: Tauck’s French Escapade
A Day in Vienna, Austria
A few weeks ago, guests aboard Tauck’s Swiss Jewel — including myself — had the opportunity to spend the day at their leisure enjoying all that the historic city of Vienna had to offer. What follows … [Read more...] about A Day in Vienna, Austria
Adventures Ashore: Hiking to Durnstein Castle
About a month ago, I was in the beautiful town of Durnstein, Austria. Nestled among green vineyards, rolling hills and bordered by the meandering Danube, Durnstein can be readily identified from the … [Read more...] about Adventures Ashore: Hiking to Durnstein Castle