River Cruise Advisor was quoted in The New York Times this week in a story about preparing for your first river cruise.

It’s always fun to see river cruising getting attention in mainstream travel coverage. The article looks at what first-time river cruisers should know before booking, from choosing the right river to understanding how river cruising actually works compared with ocean cruises.

Ralph was quoted recommending the Danube as one of the best rivers for first-time cruisers, largely because itineraries include marquee cities like Vienna and Budapest along with smaller towns that really show off what makes river cruising special.

For anyone new to river cruising, that combination is hard to beat.

Speaking of first-time river cruises, one of the questions we hear a lot is whether river cruising works well for solo travelers.

So this week, we’re looking at which river cruise lines are best for solo travelers, including which companies offer lower single supplements or cabins designed specifically for solo guests. See The Best River Cruise Lines For Solo Travelers.

We’re also exploring something that comes up more often than you might expect: how easy it is to dine privately on a river cruise. While river cruising has traditionally leaned communal, some lines offer more flexibility than others, including room service options and better access to tables for two. When You’d Rather Dine Alone: River Cruise Lines That Give You That Option

If you’d like to read the New York Times story that started the week – I’m attempting to include a gift link so everyone can read it without the paywall. It didn’t work for Ralph when I tested it with him, so if it sends you to a paywall… blame the Times, not me.

Read the article here.