The river cruise industry is hot - red hot - and 2013 is poised to be one of the best years on the books for nearly every major line. Public awareness has taken off in recent years, and more and more … [Read more...] about River Cruising 2013: The Next Big Destination
River Cruise Basics: Multiple Dining Venues
While multiple dining venues have been standard on practically every deep-ocean cruise ship to enter service in the past decade, many river cruise ships tend to offer meals only in the ship’s main … [Read more...] about River Cruise Basics: Multiple Dining Venues
River Cruise Basics: Step-Out Balconies
There’s no doubt that the river cruise industry is changing and evolving at a rapid pace. Innovations and new features crop up with every new ship that floats out on the water, as river cruise lines … [Read more...] about River Cruise Basics: Step-Out Balconies
River Cruise Basics: Onboard Bicycles
If you’re looking to explore and get a little exercise on your next European river cruise, you'll be glad to know that an increasing number of river cruise lines are offering the use of bicycles while … [Read more...] about River Cruise Basics: Onboard Bicycles
A Journey through France aboard Avalon Creativity
For the past week, Avid Cruiser and River Cruise Advisor-founder Ralph Grizzle has been sailing through France aboard Avalon Waterways’ 2009-built Avalon Creativity along with his teenage son, … [Read more...] about A Journey through France aboard Avalon Creativity
Room Service Roundup
It’s something that most of us tend to take for granted: Room Service. A staple feature of nearly every hotel and deep-ocean cruise line out there, many properties and ships offer at least a modest … [Read more...] about Room Service Roundup