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Why banning kids onboard isn't a bad thing

Why banning kids onboard isn't a bad thingAs some river cruise lines target younger travelers with active itineraries or court families by welcoming kids onboard, Viking...

Monitoring river levels during a hot, dry summer in Europe

Monitoring river levels during a hot, dry summer in EuropeSo far, there have been no major disruptions, but river cruise lines are likely doing rain dances in hopes of avoiding the low...

Are weddings and river cruises a perfect match?

Are weddings and river cruises a perfect match?Despite some legal hurdles, don't be surprised if river cruise lines begin tapping more into the destination wedding market.

Options abound on Canada's St. Lawrence River

Options abound on Canada's St. Lawrence RiverCanada's second longest river, the 1,200-mile St. Lawrence, is one of the more underappreciated waterways for river cruising.

The increasingly diet-conscious river cruiser

The increasingly diet-conscious river cruiserAmaWaterways' pivot toward offering healthier food and beverage options is part of a growing trend on the rivers.

On Europe's rivers, it's the smaller ports that shine

On Europe's rivers, it's the smaller ports that shineMarquee destinations like Amsterdam, Budapest, Prague or Vienna help sell sailings, but small towns and villages are often the...

Partnerships underscore lines' commitment to agents

Partnerships underscore lines' commitment to agentsFor instance, American Queen Steamboat Co. this month announced that it has become an Ensemble preferred partner.

Viking the latest line to up its alternative dining game

Viking the latest line to up its alternative dining gameAlternative dining venues, which previously felt like a bit of an afterthought, are evolving with themed dining, dedicated...

Two different versions of river cruising

Two different versions of river cruisingRiver cruise lines must balance the needs of both the independent traveler and the ones with a group mentality.

European lines bringing value proposition to the rivers

European lines bringing value proposition to the riversA growing number of European river cruise lines are looking to court more U.S. customers, in part by offering river cruises for...

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