A Few Hours in Frankfurt Overview Technically known as Frankfurt am Main, the city of Frankfurt is the financial center of Germany, and home to more than 650,000 residents. Situated along the … [Read more...] about Frankfurt, Germany
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amiable Amsterdam Don't make the mistake of summing up the destination of Amsterdam as a city of tulips, cheese, and bicycles, alone. There is so much more to this iconic European city, packed with … [Read more...] about Amsterdam, Netherlands
Viking Emerald
VIKING EMERALD Ship Review Built in 2011, the 256-guest Viking Emerald operates Viking’s China river cruises along the famed Yangtze. She features all-balcony staterooms and interiors … [Read more...] about Viking Emerald
Who We Are
About Us Ralph Grizzle, a.k.a The Avid Cruiser, began his journalistic career at the age of 32, following the conclusion of what he calls his "sabbatical decade." From 1980 through 1990, Ralph … [Read more...] about Who We Are
Dining options evolve on Europe’s rivers
Over the past couple of years, river cruise companies have begun to put greater emphasis on their culinary programs, introducing new dining areas, hiring new chefs and even creating entire itineraries … [Read more...] about Dining options evolve on Europe’s rivers
Avalon Creativity
AVALON CREATIVITY Ship Review Having entered service for Avalon Waterways in 2009, Avalon Creativity carries 140 guests through the remarkable French countryside on voyages between Paris and … [Read more...] about Avalon Creativity