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How to Choose a River Cruise Line: 4 Things to Consider
Every river cruise line's website makes it sound like the best choice. That's their job, after all. So if you're trying to figure out how to choose a river cruise line, the good news is you don't need to compare every line side-by-side on every single detail. After...
What to Pack for a Christmas Markets Cruise + My Packing List!
So you've booked a Christmas markets cruise, and now you're staring at your closet wondering what on earth to bring. I've been there! When we sailed the Rhine during market season, I absolutely loved seeing Strasbourg, Cologne, and Colmar all decked out in festive...
How Many Days In Amsterdam Before A River Cruise
How many days to spend in Amsterdam before a river cruise, plus where to stay, what to book early, and the one souvenir to skip.
River Cruise Water Levels, Explained: Why Trips Sometimes Get Rerouted
What river cruise water levels actually mean for your trip, which rivers are most affected, and why a scary headline doesn’t have to change your plans.
River Cruise Balcony Types, Explained: French Balcony vs Veranda?
Confused by river cruise balcony types? Here’s what veranda, French balcony, and open-air really mean, and what each cruise line calls them.
CroisiEurope Loire River Cruise Review
If the Loire Valley is on your someday list, I understand completely. This is the valley of Chambord and Chenonceau and Villandry, of vineyards and hundreds of châteaux scattered across a couple of hours of countryside. It definitely belongs on a travel bucket list...
Celebrity Is Entering River Cruising!
If you've spent any time researching river cruises, you already know the usual cruise line brands like Viking, Avalon, and AmaWaterways. Now there's a new one to learn, and it's not a name you'd expect from the river cruising world at all, but might be one you already...
Not Your Typical River Cruise: The Tulips & Windmills Itinerary
Wondering what river does the Tulips and Windmills river cruise sail on? Here’s a list of all the waterways!
Kinderdijk Windmills: What to Expect on a Tulips & Windmills River Cruise
When most people picture the Netherlands, windmills are the first thing that comes to mind. And if you want to see the real thing, the Kinderdijk windmills are the best place to see them. They are one of those rare sights that live up to every photograph you have ever...
Keukenhof Gardens River Cruise Excursion
Planning a Keukenhof river cruise excursion? Here’s everything you need to know — what to see, practical tips, and why it’s the highlight of the cruise.
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