Viking’s river fleet is back with record eight-ship launch across Europe
Viking’s chair Torstein Hagen said COVID is “really behind us” – and launched eight new river ships to prove the point.
Viking’s chair Torstein Hagen said COVID is “really behind us” – and launched eight new river ships to prove the point.
The Mekong River captured millions of travellers with its unique charm and significant role in Southeast Asia’s history. From its origin high up in Tibet, the magnificent river courses over 4,900 kilometres through Asia, providing a lifeline for millions of people living in the Mekong Delta. The delta covers more than 38,800 kilometres and is … Read more
The Mekong River has captured many travellers with its unique charm and significant role in Southeast Asia’s history.Â
After Death on the Nile hit the big screen, Egyptian cruises have caught worldwide attention.
River cruise lines believe the post-pandemic travel scene will favour their contention that small ships close to shore is one of the safest forms of travel. River cruise ships carry under 200 guests, and because they travel close to the river banks between countries and cities, help is never far away. As we enter the … Read more
Vietnam has surpassed four other nations to be named Asia’s top river cruise destination at this year’s World Cruise Awards, which is the most distinguished prize in the cruise industry. The organisers of the World Cruise Awards, which is a sister event of the World Travel Awards announced on Thursday that Vietnam beat Cambodia, China, … Read more
As the world copes with the effects of the pandemic, the river cruise industry is hoping to start sailing early in the New Year. Select river cruise companies resumed operations earlier this year, but with international borders in a state of confusion, numbers are low. But for those who can, it’s a great time to … Read more
River cruises offer more shore activities than open sea cruises and more shore days too. You’ll get a chance to explore different countryside and cities, so you won’t get bored. And while European river cruises are, perhaps, more famous for finer excursions such as wine tours, museum trips, or cultural performances, many cruise companies are … Read more
Shore excursions are one of the most exciting parts of embarking on a river cruise. Almost every day, you’ll get a chance to visit different inland activities such as wineries, local tourist attractions, art installations, and many more. For 2022, European river cruise companies are now accepting passengers who love new experiences. Danube Dreams for Wine … Read more