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The 7 unmissable stops to take on a Danube River cruise

The Danube River is the second longest in Europe flowing west to east, making its way through numerous cities, ten different countries, and stunning landscapes, and has been a vital transportation route for over 2000 years. It is also one of best places to enjoy a river cruise, as there is so much to see. […]

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Garden based on the Mekong River features at the Chelsea Flower Show

A display garden based on the floating gardens of Cambodia seen along the banks of the Mekong River has been revealed at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, one of the world’s largest gardening shows.

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Review of Uniworld’s River Empress Ship

I’m finally getting around to writing about my visit to Uniworld’s River Empress. I do find it hard to write about Uniworld ships as I am so biased. What can you say other than it’s lovely. River Empress is a 110m Ship Having had my head turned by Uniworld’s “Super Ships” the Antoinette, Maria Theresa […]

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AmaWaterways Legendary Danube Review

Today I’d like to share my experiences of a sophisticated and elegant cruise down the Legendary Danube on AmaWaterways’ stunning new AmaSonata.

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Review of the MS Douro Elegance

The Douro river has been the new kid on the block for a couple of years now. Every year new ships are being built to try and meet the demand for cruises during April to November. Riviera Travel have been using the Douro Spirit, a ship which was originally built for Uniworld. So successful they […]

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Limited Mobility & Choosing a River Cruise

Assessing River Cruising for Limited Mobility Clients River Cruising appeals to all ages and can be a particularly popular holiday for clients with limited mobility or walking difficulties.  Gliding effortlessly along from port to port, as ever renewing scenery drifts past, can be a wonderful experience. It is important however to understand the challenges that one […]

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Problems on river cruising – 5 point checklist

Problems on river cruising do happen. As a travel agent who specialises in river cruises we tell people honestly about problems that can occur on river cruises.  Once we have talked them through it, we find that people are ready to go and have the confidence to set off on their river cruise journey, safe […]

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Our opinion: 4 reasons to look at AmaWaterways

If you were to ask us, why choose AmaWaterways?  What do you think makes AmaWaterways stand out from its competitors?  Here are a few pointers we would like you to consider:

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Christmas Market River Cruises

Christmas markets river cruises allow you to sample so many different locations and some of the best of Europe’s oldest markets.  If you have the time, here are the best Christmas market river cruises to do. 17 Different Christmas Markets to Choose From   I have spent the last week going “aaah” over the beautiful […]

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Island Hopping Cruise in Croatia Review. Day 1

MV Amalia trip with Titan, 1st-3rd October 2015 We arrived at Venice Marco Polo airport whilst it is having renovations done. Beware at the moment as Venice Marco Polo airport is a little messy and quite a walk to the water taxis so be prepared. We were off for our journey to Rijeka via a […]

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Thinking of a Christmas River Cruise?

I very much like being able to sell river cruises where you know what you will get weather-wise. Christmas in central Europe will not be hot, the days will be short, the weather crisp and maybe a little snowy.  It is a landscape that will twinkle and inspire. Guaranteed! Luftner, Uniworld and AMA waterways offer […]

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MS Swiss Corona Review – Burgundy & Provence

Cruising the Rhône & Saône on the MS Swiss Corona Riviera Travel operate their Rhône and Saône river cruises through Burgundy and Provence on the lovely MS Swiss Corona.  It really is a cruise of two very different rivers with the calm, peaceful, picturesque La Saône meeting the strong and powerful Le Rhône at their […]

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