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St. Petersburg is a popular port call on Baltic cruises.

Cruise lines cancel Ukraine and Russia callsScenic has suspended all Scenic and Emerald 2022 and 2023 Russia river cruises, including any connecting land journeys.

Riviera's George Eliot river ship.

Riviera River Cruises offering itinerary that includes Floriade visitOptions to experience a full-day excursion will be available, or guests can opt for a morning visit to Floriade and have free...

The stage for the Oberammergau Passion Play, which is returning in 2022.

Luxe lines ready to raise curtain on Oberammergau sailingsThe epic Oberammergau Passion Play is set to return to the stage in the German village where it began nearly 400 years ago. And...

Avalon Waterways’ Avalon Expression on the Danube in Austria.

River cruise lines see signs of smoother sailing for 2022While the current crisis in Ukraine has raised some concerns for those planning travel to Europe, the lines insist that the...

From Hulu to YouTube, marketing approaches that worked

From Hulu to YouTube, marketing approaches that workedLeave it to the younger generation to find new ways to sell river cruises while traveling themselves -- and to those with more...

Clockwise from top right: Dietmar Wertanzl, Crystal's first hotel director; show host Rebecca Tobin; travel advisors Richard Turen and Susan Reder; and news editor Johanna Jainchill. Not pictured: Former marketing exec Art Sbarsky.

Crystal memories: Remembering the origins of a cruise lineWe go back in history to talk about the founding of Crystal Cruises, and some of its standards and brand philosophies, with...

Some clients are skittish about Europe travel.

Ukraine crisis causes uneasiness as Europe cancellations trickle inTravel advisors' clients are asking questions. For the the most part, they are forging ahead with planned Europe trips this...

The Scenic Azure river ship in Portugal.

Security breach shuts down Scenic Group's online reservationsSince the incident occurred on Feb. 21, the company has been servicing bookings via phone and email only.

Omicron's in the rearview, but bumpy road remains

Omicron's in the rearview, but bumpy road remainsTravel advisors' business is rebounding. But completing a booking takes longer today.

Obtaining Crystal refunds not as easy as ABC

Obtaining Crystal refunds not as easy as ABCThe chance of obtaining a refund could be bleak for some clients.

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