A collaboration of different cultures originated this special pastry. In German, strudel translates to “whirlpool,” in reference to its...

The Moselle River meets the Rhine at Koblenz, Germany. Often paired with a cruise through parts of the Rhine, the Moselle offers uniquely...

Imagine yourself amid a backdrop of Europe’s most regal castles, historic ruins, and vineyard-laced hills, all the while tasting...

For those interested in Jewish heritage and history, a river cruise itinerary with a focus on Jewish Heritage is a unique way to explore...

The baroque masterpiece of Melk Abbey overlooks the Danube River and is one of Europe’s largest and most revered monasteries. A Sight to...

While it’s been possible to extend your cruise with land packages and or even more than one cruise, two river cruise lines recently...

You’ve heard me talk a lot about European, Nile, Amazon, and Mekong, river cruises, but there are also some pretty fabulous river cruise...

Have you ever wondered what your ancestors’ lives were like in Europe at the turn of the century? Or imagined how it would feel to follow...

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...

Cruising is a fantastic way to travel the waterways of the Netherlands and Belgium, giving you a unique perspective on the heritage and...

In Central and Eastern Europe, you’ll find some of the most spectacular landscapes, architecture—castles, churches, and war memorials—as...

Whether your potential group is made up of friends, family, co-workers, neighbors, yoga buddies, book groups, garden club members, or...

River cruises offer a perfect opportunity to extend your stay either at the beginning or the end of your cruise. Many travelers like to...

From Lima to the legendary Machu Picchu, a 15-day cruise/tour is an all-encompassing adventure into the marvels of Peru and the Amazon...

Brighten up the long winter nights the way Europeans have for centuries with an intensely warming and fragrant drink of hot mulled wine...

Whether you enjoy cooking, eating, or simply soaking up other cultures, river cruises offer a diverse selection of shore excursions from...

European river cruises also include Italy and although only a couple of cruise lines currently sail the Po, it is the longest river in...

With fabulous rooftop pools, cozy public spaces, and wellness programs—plus exquisite cuisine and delicious cocktails—it’s tempting to...

If you’ve always been fascinated by the ancient civilizations of the world, then there is no doubt that Egypt is on your list. River...

Several years ago, I embarked on my first European river cruise. Never having been a huge fan of mass-market ocean cruising, I was very...