Some people pick a trip by the destination. You pick it by what the food options are! You enjoy the bakery more than the cathedral. You'd rather sleep in a beautiful hotel than a functional stay or big brand name hotel. You like to linger. And a river cruise sounds lovely, right up until you picture buffet lines and a cabin the size of a closet. If that sounds like you, Riverside Luxury Cruises deserves a closer look. Riverside's Debussy Suite When I stepped onboard myself, I

Your fall and winter river cruise packing list, built for Christmas markets, chilly decks and cozy dinners onboard.

The Danube River has inspired composers for centuries, and its gentle flow invites travelers to experience a unique journey through Europe’s heart. Unlike your traditional European travel, this river moves at a calm pace, allowing you to wake up in a new capital city almost every day without the hassle of packing and unpacking. Sailing from Budapest to Bavaria aboard the AmaSofia, AmaWaterways’ newest ship, offers a seamless way to explore iconic cities, historic sites, and s

I Thought Uniworld Boutique River Cruises Was Not for Me. I Was Wrong. I'll be honest with you. Before I attended the 2026 ASTA River Cruise Expo in Amsterdam, I wasn't a Uniworld superfan. I knew the brand. I'd booked them. But I hadn't felt it. Then I walked onboard the S.S. Emile, their newest ship and that was it. I was hooked! So if you've also wondered what Uniworld Boutique Cruise is all about, read more now and check out my stateroom tour videos. The new SS Emile hits

Next week, I'm packing my bags and my brand new DJI Pocket 3, and heading to Amsterdam for the ASTA River Cruise Expo. My mission is to personally step aboard 14+ luxury river ships, meet the crews in person, and separate the marketing fluff from the true five star experiences. Because the only way to advise at the level my clients deserve is to live it first.

Traveling with friends can be one of life’s greatest joys — or its biggest headaches. Anyone who has ever been the unofficial trip planner knows the chaos: endless group chats, last-minute changes, lost luggage, and the stress of coordinating everyone’s preferences. But what if there was a way to enjoy a group trip without the usual friction? A way to actually relax, connect, and explore together without the usual headaches?

There's something about river cruising that just clicks. Maybe it's waking up in a new city every morning without the hassle of packing and unpacking. Or watching the Austrian countryside roll by from your balcony while sipping local wine. I've now booked this itinerary for different clients, and I still get excited every time someone discovers what makes the Danube so special. As a luxury travel advisor and river cruise specialist, I help couples, families, solo travelers an

Basel’s Mittlere Brücke bridge spans the Rhine, offering a perfect blend of historic charm and city views, just minutes from top river cruise embarkations. Why Basel Deserves a Spot in Your Itinerary When I first started selling Rhine River cruises with AmaWaterways, Scenic, Viking (and more), I didn’t know much about Basel. Now? Since my first visit, I’m officially hooked on its culture and charm! Whether it’s your cruise embarkation or disembarkation point, don’t skip out

Nestled along the banks of the Rhine River in Germany lies Rüdesheim, a picturesque town that feels like its directly out of a storybook. As part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Upper Middle Rhine Valley, this enchanting destination offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, rich history, and cultural delights that make it a must-visit stop on any Rhine River cruise. It’s hard to pick, but I think this was my favorite day on my recent AmaWaterways Taste of Christmas Rhine R

At first glance, river cruise fares can cause serious sticker shock. But before you click away, let's dive deep into what that number really means and why millions of travelers find tremendous value in these floating boutique hotels. So how much is a river cruise cost anyway? I get this question a lot when people are considering their first river cruise. And, the short answer to “What is the average cost of a river cruise?” is: it varies. A lot. It depends on the river, the c

Imagine waking up to a new view every morning, floating past medieval castles, or watching the sunrise over ancient temples—all while unpacking just once. Welcome to the world of river cruising, where luxury meets adventure in the most seamless way possible. Rhone River: View the Cologne Cathedral at night Why River Cruising is Having Its Moment River cruising has emerged as a traveler's choice for exploring the world's most fascinating destinations. Unlike ocean cruises that

View castles on the Rhine with Amawaterways. When planning travel for families, the options are often overwhelming—resorts, road trips, ocean cruises, and everything in between. But one option that many families may not consider is a river cruise. Offering a mix of adventure, cultural immersion and convenience, river cruises provide a unique travel experience that caters to all ages, making it the perfect choice for families (and multi-generational families) who want to explo