In this Avid Cruiser video, we show you the challenges of navigating parts of the Danube River during high water periods. The high water levels result not only from excess rain and melting snow but … [Read more...] about Video: Viking Odin Attempting To Pass Under Bridge Two Inches Too Low
Today On Our Christmas Markets Danube River Cruise: Visiting The Melk Abbey
That's the famous Melk Abbey in the photo above. We visited the Benedictine abbey this afternoon when Viking Odin docked in Melk, an Austrian village situated on the Danube River. The abbey has been … [Read more...] about Today On Our Christmas Markets Danube River Cruise: Visiting The Melk Abbey
Winter Cruising In Europe: The Magic Of Christmas Markets River Cruises
A few of my friends can't stand cold weather. The thought of traveling anyplace where the mercury level resembles a near-empty glass of wine is unappealing to them. They find no pleasure in bundling … [Read more...] about Winter Cruising In Europe: The Magic Of Christmas Markets River Cruises
Live From Viking Odin: Last Night At The Budapest Christmas Market
Originally published Sunday, December 16, 2012 on Avid Cruiser. Saturday, Late Afternoon, Budapest Christmas Market — We're off to a good start. Although it was rainy and chilly (just above the … [Read more...] about Live From Viking Odin: Last Night At The Budapest Christmas Market
Where Am I? Hashtag Hint: #VikingLongships
It seems that everyone I know is — or was — on a Christmas markets river cruise this year. Several travel agents who I have spoken with either have been — or are on their way. Writers for Avid … [Read more...] about Where Am I? Hashtag Hint: #VikingLongships