River cruises are not cheap, but neither are they as expensive as many first assume. When you look past the headline fare and consider what is included, European river cruises can provide great value.

I had never been a big fan of cruises or group travel in general. But from the moment I set sail on my first European river cruise, I was hooked. Whether exploring France's wine regions, historic ...

Guests on the first sailing of the new MS Lumiere can expect gourmet tastings, Beaujolais sips, and vineyard hikes when the 10-day Savoring France: Paris, Lyon & Provence itinerary debuts in March ...

Cruising along Europe’s rivers, including the Danube, the Rhine, and the Main, is in some ways one of the oldest segments of the cruise industry, but it continues to grow rapidly. While mostly ...

River cruising has existed for well over a century, but the modern experience of river cruising exploded in popularity just over the last 10 or so years. The ASTA River Cruise Expo (now in its fourth ...

I was halfway into my cruise on the Rhine and Moselle Rivers on Riviera Travel's new Riviera Resplendence, and I couldn't stop pouring myself chococcinos (sort of a mocha with added milk) from the ...

As Europe has suffered through record high temperatures and a drought, it has raised concerns over the impact on residents. In addition, it is also presenting issues for commercial shipping, including ...

Europe’s rivers have shaped the region’s history for centuries. Today, they offer travelers one of the most immersive and effortless ways to experience its culture, landscapes and iconic cities. From ...

Persistent drought and repeated heat waves have driven water levels on major European rivers—including the Rhine and Danube—to historically low levels this summer, disrupting one of the continent’s ...