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Clockwise from top left: River cruise editor Brinley Hineman, Tauck president Jeremy Palmer and Folo host Rebecca Tobin talk about how Tauck managed its river cruise business during a low-water season on the Rhine and Danube rivers.

Tauck's president on how its river line manages low water in EuropeResponse teams, on-the-ground relationships, communication strategies and more -- it's a conversation...

Itinerary highlights include a privately guided tour of Machu Picchu.

AmaWaterways offers post-cruise extensions in PeruAmaWaterways will debut a six-day Machu Picchu journey next year and make the post-cruise extension...

HX Expeditions' Roald Amundsen in Antarctica. Expedition cruise lines say they are increasingly altering Antarctica itineraries midsailing due to weather conditions.

Climate change: Tourism's hot topicClimate change effects are having a growing impact on how and when travelers vacation and how the...

Travel Weekly editors, clockwise from top left: River cruise editor Brinley Hineman, hospitality editor Christina Jelski, cruise editor Teri West and Folo host Rebecca Tobin.

The Folo updates: The newest in hospitality, cruise and river cruiseAmong this week's topics: U.S. hotel demand, travel to Mexico, new directions in cruise pricing, a new...

The Sirius is Travelmarvel's first vessel purpose-built for the Nile.

Travelmarvel returns to Egypt with new river shipAfter a decade hiatus, the Australian tour company has returned to Egypt with the Sirius, its first...

The AmaMaya is AmaWaterways' newest ship on the Mekong.

AmaWaterways unveils the look of its upcoming Mekong shipThe 60-cabin AmaMaya will debut in January.

An exterior view of the Zafiro ship by Jungle Experiences.

An exterior view of the Zafiro ship by Jungle Experiences. Photo Credit: James Barrett 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 most untouched jungle, writes contributor James Barrett.

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 Portugal special.

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 satisfy customers during a difficult summer.

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Cumbia dancers treated guests to a show onboard the AmaMelodia.

Cumbia dancers treated guests to a show onboard the AmaMelodia. Photo Credit: Brinley Hineman

On the Magdalena River, AmaWaterways takes guests on a Colombian journeyFrom the comforts of the AmaMelodia, AmaWaterways' tropical river cruises enable guests to discover Colombian cuisine, wildlife...

With a 1-to-1 staff-to-guest ratio, the Pure Amazon is more like a boutique hotel than a river cruise ship

With a 1-to-1 staff-to-guest ratio, the Pure Amazon is more like a boutique hotel than a river cruise ship

A&K delivers a boutique experience on its new Amazon shipGuests on the Pure Amazon enjoy luxurious accommodations, local Peruvian cuisine and guided wildlife outings.

The Avalon Alegria docked in Porto Antigo.

The Avalon Alegria docked in Porto Antigo. Photo Credit: Nicole Edenedo

Avalon Alegria brings happiness to Portugal's DouroThe resort vibe is strong on the newest ship to join Avalon Waterways' fleet and its first to sail the Douro River.

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AmaWaterways' newest ship, the AmaMaya, can accommodate 120 guests. The vessel is sister ship to the AmaDara but introduces a refreshed design to the line's Mekong fleet.

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Sneak peek at AmaWaterways' AmaMaya

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A first look at the upcoming AmaRudi

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Sneak peek at Celebrity River Cruises' cabins

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Cruising through Laos on Mekong Kingdom's Boheme

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The pull of the pyramids

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Sailing on the Viking Mississippi

A cruise along India's Lower Ganges

A cruise along India's Lower Ganges

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