Last week, we attended the christening of Viking River Cruises' spectacular Viking Longships in the Dutch city of Amsterdam. But this was no ordinary event: A total of 10 river cruise ships were … [Read more...] about River Cruising’s Crowded Future?
River Cruise Basics: Reclaiming your VAT
If you’re headed to Europe this year on a river cruise — and we know you are — you’ll most likely be buying either souvenirs of your journey for yourself or loved ones. That means that before your … [Read more...] about River Cruise Basics: Reclaiming your VAT
River Cruise Basics: Brochures
There’s no doubt that river cruising is exceptionally hot this year — and the vast majority of the 2013 European season has yet to begin. Across the world, river cruise lines are introducing new … [Read more...] about River Cruise Basics: Brochures
River Cruising 2013: A Look At Some Of The New Programs In The Year Ahead
Last year at this time, this space featured a look ahead — 2012: The Year of the River Cruise. Certainly, we were informed and expected 2012 to be a good year for river cruising. What … [Read more...] about River Cruising 2013: A Look At Some Of The New Programs In The Year Ahead
Live From the River: Amsterdam
Going Dutch for a Day in Rainy Amsterdam I’ve decided the current weather in Amsterdam must be punishment for my unseasonably warm first visit here last March. The window of my hotel room has become … [Read more...] about Live From the River: Amsterdam
River Cruise Basics: Gym & Spa Facilities
They’re de-facto features aboard oceangoing cruise ships, but Spa and Gymnasium facilities aboard river cruise ships aren’t such a sure thing. Part of the reason for this has to do with available … [Read more...] about River Cruise Basics: Gym & Spa Facilities