Before there was river cruising, there was barging. Historically, barges were used to transport goods along the waterways of Europe. They could carry bulk and other cargo that was difficult to … [Read more...] about The Emergence of Barging, Part I
AmaWaterways’ Grand 21-Day Adventure
If you’ve always wanted to take a river cruise but found that the standard weeklong river cruise just isn’t enough time to spend in the historic embrace of Europe, AmaWaterways has put together just … [Read more...] about AmaWaterways’ Grand 21-Day Adventure
A Cruise Aboard the Viking Odin
The Avid Cruiser's Ralph Grizzle has been a busy man: after taking part in the christening ceremonies of four of Viking River Cruises' new Longships in Amsterdam, he joined the beautiful Viking Odin … [Read more...] about A Cruise Aboard the Viking Odin
In Pictures: The Beautiful Viking Odin
It's been a busy week for myself and Avid Cruiser Ralph Grizzle. We were both aboard the brand-new Viking Odin (updated info coming soon), part of the 12-strong Viking Longship order that could even … [Read more...] about In Pictures: The Beautiful Viking Odin
Uniworld announces new Douro River vessel
There’s little doubt that Portugal’s unspoiled Douro River Valley is one of the hottest river cruise destinations. Famous for its port wines, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the oldest … [Read more...] about Uniworld announces new Douro River vessel
Gems of the Danube With Scenic Tours
There’s nothing quite like a river cruise down the Danube. With its mix of historic sights and storybook villages, cities and towns lining its banks, the Danube offers some of the most stunning sights … [Read more...] about Gems of the Danube With Scenic Tours