In our last post, we learned how steam engines were adapted to propel riverboats in Europe and the United States (if you missed that post, see Where River Cruising Began: A ‘Fire Boat’ On The Saône). … [Read more...] about Paddle-Wheelers On The Mississippi, Steamboats On The Rhine & The Rise Of KD River Line
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Where River Cruising Began: A ‘Fire Boat’ On The Saône
In 1783, in the city of Lyon, a 32-year-old engineer and inventor did something remarkable: He unwittingly gave birth to river cruising as we know it today. On what was presumably a warm day in … [Read more...] about Where River Cruising Began: A ‘Fire Boat’ On The Saône
The Top 10 Best European River Cruises For 2020
Many of the best river cruises in Europe get overlooked by the average consumer. We're going to make it easy for you to choose a spot, whether it's your first time on a river cruise or you're a … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Best European River Cruises For 2020
My River Cruise Reviews
My River Cruise Reviews I've been on more than 50 river cruises during the past decade, and on each of those cruises, I've written some sort of review. The review may have taken the form of a … [Read more...] about My River Cruise Reviews
Elbe River Cruises: A Primer For 2019
Both Viking River Cruises & CroisiEurope operate Elbe River Cruises. Which is right for you? The Elbe River is like the stereotypical socialite: It’s shallow and gets around, but no one seems … [Read more...] about Elbe River Cruises: A Primer For 2019
Seine River Cruise Peak Season Price Comparisons (2019 update)
While the Seine River is no stranger to European visitors, to date, much of the travel on this waterway has been limited to boat tours lasting but a few hours - offered as a pre- or post-river-cruise … [Read more...] about Seine River Cruise Peak Season Price Comparisons (2019 update)