Europe

With more than 19 million Americans taking cruises each year, and around 41 percent of U.S. outbound travel heading to Europe, river cruising has become one of the most popular ways to explore the continent. Planning a European river cruise has become more complex: Different cruise lines, different ships, and hundreds of possible routes. That is why many travelers choose to work with a cruise advisor who can guide them through the process and coordinate the details from start

Introduction to River Cruises Europe has a long tradition built around its rivers. Many of the continent’s most important cities were built along these waterways because transport by water was historically easier and more efficient than travelling over land. Today these rivers allow travelers to experience Europe in a unique way. Cities such as Vienna and Budapest grew along the banks of the Danube, while the Rhine connects historic towns, vineyards, and castles across German