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  • Meet the Avalon Envision: 2019’s Newest Suite Ship

    By The Cruise Web, Inc. April 2019 marked the introduction of Avalon Waterways’ 13th and newest Suite Ship: the Avalon Envision. This luxurious ship will cruise the Danube between its’ home ports of Prague and Budapest, while guests enjoy their stay in Avalon’s award-winning Panorama Suites. These 200 square-foot suites boast more than 30% more room […]

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  • Viking Shares Recipe for Pumpkin Soup

    Just in time for the cozy fall season, Viking River Cruises is sharing their Pumpkin Soup, part of their Viking Recipe Collection. This no-cream recipe is nutritious as well as flavorful, a perfect appetizer or main dish to get you ready for those chilly fall evenings. Enjoy!

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  • U by Uniworld Announces New Northern France Itinerary for 2019

      Starting on April 21, U by Uniworld’s river ship The B will sail along the iconic Seine River to experience Northern France at a Glance. This 8-day Seine River itinerary features stops in Paris, Vernon, Les Andelys, Conflans-Sainte-Honorine, Rouen and Caudebec-en-Caux.   This new itinerary includes immersive excursions including tea at Chateau du Champ […]

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  • River Baroness

    Uniworld Aims to Attract Millennials with ‘U by Uniworld’ Brand

    A very important precedent has been established in the cruise industry by Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection as it aims to attract millennials and Gen Xers – younger travelers in their 20s, 30s and 40s – with its ‘U by Uniworld’ brand. This innovative venture is poised to deliver more immersive and experiential itineraries, fewer […]

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  • Christmas Market in Germany

    River Cruising to Europe's Christmas Markets

    As you prepare to gather with family and friends this holiday season, consider your favorite Christmas traditions. Many of these traditions and holiday hallmarks are actually rooted in German culture, including gingerbread houses, Advent calendars and decorating Christmas trees. These popular traditions are also at the heart of Europe’s Christmas Markets – seasonal festivals devoted […]

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  • 8 Regions to Visit in Asia

    The massive continent of Asia is a place filled with mystery, especially for people living in the Western Hemisphere. Asia packs in extremely diverse landscapes, cultures and experiences. While cruising to Asia, you’ll find traditional cultures less impacted by Western customs. You’ll find amazing technology, like the bullet train that goes 200 miles per hour. […]

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  • What’s So Special About Specialty Cruising?

    The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines a specialty as something that a person or place is known for making or producing well. We think everyone has a hidden specialty, something that makes you stand out. You might have a specialty in baking chocolate chip cookies, or perhaps you have a certain way around car engines. Cruise lines […]

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  • Avalon Waterways Adds Two Ships to Its Fleet

    Last year Avalon Waterways introduced the Visionary and the Vista to their fleet, last month they introduced Avalon Artistry II and just this week they welcomed her sister ship, Avalon Expression. All of these ships are considered Suite Ships, which include Panorama Suites that are on average 30 percent larger than staterooms on other river […]

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  • Avalon Introduces Beer, Golf Theme Cruises

    Celebrating a hobby or a passion while on a vacation to a beautiful destination is the best of both worlds. Not only are you discovering something new, but you are meeting others who share your interests. River cruise line Avalon Waterways has seen the profound effects their specialized sailings have had on their passengers, and […]

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