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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 […]
READ MOREOur Loire River Cruise Review
Being lovers of France we are always especially pleased to hear about new river ships in France. So, when we discovered that Croisi, the most French of river cruise companies and actually the largest river cruise company in the world, my English speaking friends, had decided to put their minds to a ship design that […]
READ MOREIn Praise of French Balcony Cabins on European River Cruise Ships
Are you planning a river cruise for your next holiday? If so, then you should consider the difference between cabins with French Balconies and Verandah cabins. Both offer stunning views of passing scenery that can’t be experienced from land-based accommodations. But there are distinct differences between them that could influence your decision on which one […]
READ MOREWhat should I pack for a river cruise holiday?
Is there actually a dress code on a river cruise and what should I pack? These are questions we hear from potential first time river cruisers. The river cruise brochures show pictures of happy river cruise customers who all look so confident in their specially selected river cruise attire – straight out of a photo shoot of […]
READ MOREReview of Christmas Market & New Year River Cruises
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 […]
READ MOREService Recognized in Mystery Shopper Win
We’re delighted to have been named Winner in Travel Weekly’s Mystery Shopper exercise. Focussed on river cruise specialists, scoring was based on knowledge & expertise as well as service and the overall client experience. The weighting for each is shown below, we scored 89%. 50% – Advice & Product Knowledge 25% – Customer Service 15% […]
READ MOREMobility Issues and River Cruising
I do get often asked about how suitable river cruising is for people with mobility issues. It does of course come down to the judgement of the potential cruiser but I hope that the following bits of information and suggestions may make you feel more confident about whether a river cruise will suit your mobility […]
READ MOREBenefits of River Cruising Vs Ocean Cruises
River cruising is a relaxing way to discover new places from the comfort of a floating hotel. With an intimacy that is not available on an ocean-going cruiser and an accessibility to areas that a car cannot get, they are the best way to discover some of the world’s greatest treasures, both natural and man-made. […]
READ MOREQuick Guide: Tipping on River Cruises in Europe
You do need to know what to do about tipping on river cruises in Europe. Especially in the UK where we don’t have a culture of tipping, it can seem daunting for new customers. If you have sailed on an ocean cruise you will be familiar with either pre paying your tips or having them […]
READ MOREHow much does a river cruise cost?
One of the first questions a potential first time river cruiser will ask us is how much does a river cruise cost? Although this is a difficult question to answer, I will try to do my best here to explain some general pricing principles and guidelines. The purchase of a river cruise is very much […]
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