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10 CHARMING TOWNS YOU CAN VISIT ON A RIVER CRUISE
One of the wonderful benefits of river cruises is being able to visit even the tiniest of towns and villages. And you do so without...
Lucy LeTourneau
Feb 27, 20233 min read
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FIVE FOODS & DRINKS YOU MUST TRY AT CHRISTMAS MARKETS
Christmas markets in Europe are a staple and have become quite popular places to visit each year as throngs of stalls open, lights are...
Lucy LeTourneau
Dec 6, 20223 min read
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DIVING INTO THE CHAMPAGNE (REGION)
Dom Pérignon, a Benedictine monk, once said, “Come quickly, I am tasting the stars.” Sparkling wine never tasted better than in the...
Lucy LeTourneau
Oct 11, 20223 min read
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THE INDULGENCES OF LYON - FOODIE CAPITAL OF FRANCE
This historic city is the gastronomic capital of France – and the French would probably argue (and possibly be right), the entire world....
Lucy LeTourneau
Sep 12, 20222 min read
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SUCCULENT APRICOTS OF THE WACHAU VALLEY
In the nineteenth century, vineyards in the UNESCO-designated Wachau Valley needed another delectable and staple fruit to grow....
Lucy LeTourneau
Aug 29, 20222 min read
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PRE CRUISE SPOTLIGHT - MUNICH
The Botanical Garden has over 19,000 plant species and subspecies. Blooming flower beds, greenhouses and a lovely café . There is no...
Lucy LeTourneau
Jun 18, 20223 min read
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TOP RIVER CRUISE EXCURSIONS FOR CHOCOLATE LOVERS
Believe it or not, it was an apothecary shop that sold squares of simple dark chocolate on the side that created Belgium’s more...
Lucy LeTourneau
May 26, 20222 min read
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WHAT'S THE BEST TIME TO TAKE A RIVER CRUISE?
River cruises in Europe typically run from mid-March through the New Years’ holiday and cover a variety of countries and rivers. One of...
Lucy LeTourneau
May 11, 20222 min read
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SEVEN TOP WINE REGIONS OF EUROPE
River cruises in Europe take you through some of the most spectacular wine regions in the world, many of which have existed since ancient...
Lucy LeTourneau
May 11, 20224 min read
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SIX HIGHLIGHTS OF BORDEAUX RIVER CRUISE
A showcase of the best of Southwest France, a Bordeaux river cruise will include sailing along three stunning rivers, the Garonne,...
Lucy LeTourneau
Apr 29, 20223 min read
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PEELING BACK THE LAYERS OF A DANUBE DELICACY
A collaboration of different cultures originated this special pastry. In German, strudel translates to “whirlpool,” in reference to its...
Lucy LeTourneau
Mar 10, 20223 min read
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THE MOSELLE - SEVEN HIGHLIGHTS OF A MAGICAL RIVER
The Moselle River meets the Rhine at Koblenz, Germany. Often paired with a cruise through parts of the Rhine, the Moselle offers uniquely...
Lucy LeTourneau
Mar 7, 20224 min read
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WHAT IS A WINE-THEMED RIVER CRUISE ALL ABOUT?
Imagine yourself amid a backdrop of Europe’s most regal castles, historic ruins, and vineyard-laced hills, all the while tasting...
Lucy LeTourneau
Mar 4, 20222 min read
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A DEEP DIVE INTO JEWISH CULTURE
For those interested in Jewish heritage and history, a river cruise itinerary with a focus on Jewish Heritage is a unique way to explore...
Lucy LeTourneau
Feb 23, 20223 min read
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FORTY-SIX NIGHTS ON SEVEN RIVERS - A BUCKET LIST TRIP
While it’s been possible to extend your cruise with land packages and or even more than one cruise, two river cruise lines recently...
Lucy LeTourneau
Feb 16, 20222 min read
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HOW YOU'LL SPEND TIME ABOARD A RIVER CRUISE
If you’ve cruised on a large ocean ship in the past, you might wonder what there is to do on a river cruise vessel. While there may not...
Lucy LeTourneau
Jan 17, 20223 min read
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THREE CITIES TO SAVOR IN BELGIUM
Cruising is a fantastic way to travel the waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium, giving you a unique perspective on the heritage and...
Lucy LeTourneau
Jan 3, 20222 min read
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EIGHT INCREDIBLE COUNTRIES OF THE DANUBE
In Central and Eastern Europe, you’ll find some of the most spectacular landscapes, architecture—castles, churches, and war memorials—as...
Lucy LeTourneau
Dec 1, 20215 min read
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BENEFITS OF GROUP TRAVEL ON A RIVER CRUISE
Whether your potential group is made up of friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, yoga buddies, book groups, garden club members, or...
Lucy LeTourneau
Nov 30, 20212 min read
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MY TOP FIVE PRE OR POST RIVER CRUISE EXTENSIONS
River cruises offer a perfect opportunity to extend your stay either at the beginning or the end of your cruise. Many travelers like to...
Lucy LeTourneau
Oct 24, 20214 min read
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