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River Cruise Newsletter Dated
December 8, 2023
Dear Vacations To Go Customer,
River cruise companies are incorporating unique elements into their
ships, like onboard herb gardens, heated pools and innovative designs
for private balconies. I've highlighted some of these features below.
For more details on the ships, and to see the itineraries they sail
along with departure dates and prices, click the applicable links.
Opulent fabrics, rich color schemes and fine art and antiques from
auctions and private collections are used for the fleet of
Uniworld
Boutique River Cruises. No two ships are alike. The
River Princess
displays artwork by Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse, while the
S.S. Antoinette
has a 10-foot blue Baccarat chandelier that once hung in New York's
famed Tavern on the Green. The
S.S. Joie de Vivre
has a pool with a hydraulic floor that can turn into a dance area or
outdoor cinema at night.
The
Suite Ships
of
Avalon Waterways feature 200-square-foot Panorama Suites,
which have nearly 11-foot-wide, wall-to-wall windows that slide open to
transform your entire stateroom into one large, open-air balcony. Plus,
beds face the windows so you'll always see the view.
The
Longships
of
Viking River Cruises have the indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace
at their bows, with retractable floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Longships
sail with energy-efficient, hybrid diesel-electric engines and solar
panels, as well as organic herb gardens. Two-room, 445-square-foot
Explorer Suites have private wraparound verandas.
Many ships
in the
AmaWaterways fleet include staterooms with twin balconies:
a French balcony with glass doors that open to a railing (but you can't
step out), and a full balcony that you can walk out on. The
AmaMagna
is the line's largest ship to date, measuring at twice the width of
traditional European river ships. It features a full-size pickleball
court on the sundeck and a water-sports platform stocked with Zodiac
boats and other recreational equipment.
American Cruise Lines'
riverboats
sport modern designs and airy, light-filled spaces, including a
four-story glass atrium. All staterooms have private balconies, even the
single cabins for solo travelers. Top suites provide separate living and
sleeping areas and large verandas that allow for private dining.
Though they offer all the comforts of contemporary cruising, the paddle
wheelers of
American Queen Voyages were designed to resemble the
riverboats of the past, with fluted stacks, gingerbread trim and large
red paddle wheels. The
American Queen
is the largest steamboat operating overnight cruises on the Mississippi
River and its tributaries. It serves as the company's flagship and
features a beautiful steam calliope on board.
Cabins aboard the
Space-Ships
of
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours can be transformed into
weatherproof "sun lounges." If the weather is chilly, just press a
button and a glass pane will rise to create an enclosed space. The
Scenic Diamond
and
Scenic Sapphire
offer Scenic Culinaire, outfitted with cooking stations for classes, and
the Salt Lounge in the spa, constructed of handcrafted salt bricks and
said to provide therapeutic benefits.
Emerald Cruises'
Star-Ships
combine comfort and innovation with sophisticated styling and modern
amenities. They have heated swimming pools with retractable roofs (this
space converts to a movie theater on some evenings), as well as balcony
suites that open to the outdoors with the push of a button. The fleet is
equipped with bicycles that guests can use to explore ashore.
Five
Monarch ships
sail in Europe for
Gate 1 Travel and carry 136 to 146 passengers
each. They are outfitted with sundecks, cozy bars and lounges, fitness
rooms, self-serve coffee and tea stations and other amenities for a
comfortable and relaxing trip.
The ships of
Riviera River Cruises display an understated
elegance, with marble floors, hardwood furniture, polished brass and
copper, and leather and Italian fabrics. More than half the fleet was
constructed in 2017 or later. The
MS Douro Splendour
is designed to sail through the locks of the Douro River in Portugal;
its upper-deck balcony cabins come with windows that slide down halfway
to create a small balcony-like area within your stateroom.
CroisiEurope strives to make its ships as eco-friendly as
possible. Among its fleet are the 96-passenger
MS Loire Princesse,
the first cruise ship with cabins to sail France's Loire River, and the
modern two-deck
MS Elbe Princesse II,
built to cruise shallow waters with two paddle wheels at its stern.
The
Grace,
Inspire,
Joy
and
Savor
from
Tauck come with eight uniquely designed loft cabins on their
lower decks. Each has a raised seating area with a high ceiling above
and boasts a tall window that allows natural light to stream into the
cabin. Part of the window can be raised electronically to let in fresh
air.
In case you missed any of our recent river cruise newsletters, I've
provided links below for the last 10 topics we've covered. Click any
link to read more.
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Emerald Cruises
-- Enjoy unique experiences at an exceptional value.
Avalon Waterways
-- Read about new itineraries and flexible excursion options.
Uniworld Cruises, Sailings for Active Travelers and More
-- Get a few ideas that may help you plan your next vacation.
AmaWaterways
-- Check out new sailings and special offers.
Popular Places to See on a River Cruise
-- Take a look at highlights of the Danube, Mississippi, Mekong and
other rivers.
Brand-New 2024 Itineraries
-- Check out new river cruises debuting next year on the Rhine, Danube
and other waterways.
Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours
-- Learn about this company's all-inclusive offerings.
American Queen Voyages
-- Explore cities and towns in the U.S. on a cruise along one of its
famed rivers.
Viking River Cruises
-- Read about special offers from the world's largest river cruise
operator.
Here are this week's
Top 10 River Cruises. All prices are per
person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.
1)
Rhine Highlights,
8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Travels between Amsterdam and
Zurich.
Save up to 74%. Starting at $2,270. Departures from April
8, 2024 through October 29, 2025.
2)
Magna on the Danube,
8 days with AmaWaterways. Travels between Vilshofen and Budapest.
Save up to 50%. Starting at $1,200. Departures from February 11,
2024 through November 9, 2025.
3)
Danube River Cruise,
9 days with Gate 1 Travel. Travels between Budapest and Regensburg.
Save $900 per couple. Starting at $1,549. Departures from May 18,
2024 through November 24, 2024.
4)
The Douro, Porto & Salamanca,
8 days with Riviera River Cruises. Begins and ends in Porto.
Save
$1,000 per couple. Starting at $1,749. Departures from April 9, 2024
through October 26, 2025.
5)
Sensations of Lyon & Provence,
8 days with Emerald Cruises. Travels between Nice and Lyon.
Save up
to 73%. Starting at $2,170. Departures from April 6, 2024 through
October 25, 2025.
6)
Romantic Rhine,
8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Basel and Amsterdam.
Save up to $1,000 per couple, plus get air from $599 per person.
Starting at $2,749. Departures from April 2, 2024 through December 15,
2024.
7)
Paris & the Heart of Normandy,
8 days with Viking. Begins and ends in Paris.
Save with special
cruise rates, plus get reduced airfare and a $25 deposit offer.
Starting at $2,799. Departures from March 19, 2024 through November 20,
2025.
8)
Charms of the South,
9 days with American Queen Voyages. Travels between Memphis and New
Orleans.
Save up to $3,000 per couple in certain cabin categories.
Plus, get up to $250 per couple in onboard credit. Starting at
$3,219. Departures from February 24, 2024 through November 16, 2024.
9)
Historic Mississippi River,
9 days with American Cruise Lines. Begins and ends in New Orleans.
Fly for free, plus save up to $1,200 per couple off the cruise
price. Starting at $3,590. Departures from February 23, 2024 through
March 30, 2024.
10)
The Blue Danube,
12 days with Tauck. Travels between Budapest and Prague. Starting at
$6,790. Departures from April 4, 2024 through October 24, 2024.
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Please e-mail me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@rivercruise.com and I will respond the same day.
Sincerely,
Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go