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The Lumiere, one of the custom-built river ships that Tauck charters from Scylla.

Scylla: The biggest river company in Europe that you've never heard of?Most consumers have never heard of Scylla. But with nearly 50 ships, including vessels sailing for Tauck and Riviera, it's one...

An exterior view of the Zafiro ship by Jungle Experiences.

Jungle Experiences provides an Amazon exploration in luxuryThe river cruise operator provides an option for clients who want a thrilling experience in the heart of some of the world's...

Explora plans to put its Europe river cruises on sale in 2027.

Travel advisors are enthusiastic about Explora's river cruise ventureAdvisors who sell Explora's ocean cruises say the entry of a boutique, luxury river line in Europe fills a gap in the market.

Travel advisors applaud limit on Douro cruise ships

Travel advisors applaud limit on Douro cruise shipsCruise sellers are saying that a cap could protect the Douro Valley from overtourism and preserve what makes the river in...

Low waters of the Danube River in Budapest this summer.

Low water, high stakes: River lines take a hit to satisfy guestsLow water levels on the Danube and Rhine have disrupted itineraries, and river cruise lines have added costs in an effort to...

The Rhine River with low water levels in Konigswinter, Germany.

Low river levels in Europe are challenging river cruise lines and advisorsWhile river lines are busy adjusting operations, travel advisors are working overtime addressing client concerns and disrupted...

Amadeus River Cruises is seeing an uptick in Gen X customers.

Generation X is getting onboard with river cruisingMany major river lines say that Gen X travelers are booking more cruises than they were a few years ago.

The Danube River is experiencing low water levels as Europe grapples with a drought.

Low water levels in Europe are disrupting river cruisesParts of the Danube and Rhine have been impacted by low water levels as Europe grapples with a drought, forcing lines to adjust...

River cruise lines add full land tours to create longer vacationsAvalon Waterways, AmaWaterways and Uniworld Boutique River Cruises have all announced such land-river pairings, which are in...

The Transcend Connect, Transcend Cruises' first Europe river ship, is expected to enter service this year.

Transcend Cruises' goal: Reshape group chartersThe new company aims to revolutionize group charters by offering a high level of customization, and it's making a pitch to...

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