The Joys of River Cruising

A river cruise offers the traveler a chance to experience a variety of cultures and cities at a comfortable, tranquil pace. An intimate river cruise provides travelers with a relaxed atmosphere with an optional itinerary. Imagine planning a traditional vacation throughout Europe: booking flights, hotels, car rentals, activities, and restaurants — figuring in unplanned incidentals for each country you visit. Anyone would need a vacation after that! Now, imagine departing Paris by ship and spending the next eight days traveling four countries and 12 amazing cities and only unpacking once! Explore the local shops and cuisine while soaking up as much or as little local flavor as you like. That would be a relaxing holiday! Below are our guests' top ten reasons to experience a river cruise.

10. Value
All-inclusive packages allow you to budget your vacation and reduce the chance of unforeseen costs. Get your hotels, restaurants, tours, and nightlife all in one exciting cruise.

9. Romance
Experience some of Europe's most picturesque towns. Dine in quiet comfort, and then stroll the deck at midnight and gaze at the stars.

8. Shopping
Hundreds of shops and cafés await you throughout your vacation. Many of our clients find themselves exploring every city, searching for that one unique present or souvenir.

7. Relaxation
Have the flexibility to do what you want when you want to, without being held to a strict itinerary in order to meet travel plans. With our river cruises, you can do as much or as little as you like.

6. Adventure
Imagine awakening every morning to new sights, sounds and smells of a whole new country. Experience travel as it was centuries ago with unknown treasures around every corner.

5. Cuisine
Enjoy luxurious dining options in every port as well as on the ship. Many of the chefs take pride in creating local cuisine, incorporating seasonal foods with local wines to provide our guests with the most authentic holiday possible.

4. Simplicity
One call gets you a vacation experience like no other without the hassles of multiple bookings. Spend your time enjoying every moment of your vacation, rather than rushing to meet your next destination itinerary.

3. Luxury
There is something to be said for the way a river cruise pampers you in luxury. With an attentive and courteous staff you will feel like you are the only one on the ship.

2. Variety
River cruises offer guests choices in dining, shopping, activities and atmosphere. What more could you ask for in a vacation.

And the Number 1 Reason...

Because you're worth it!
Sail off to the vacation of a lifetime. You work hard all year — go out and enjoy it. With all the options available on a river cruise you can make the most of your valuable time off.

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