We bring you the latest news on all the latest happenings in the world of river cruising. River Cruise Passenger provides Australian travellers with up-to-date news articles on new cruise ships, exciting destinations, shore excursions, and more.
Check our news section regularly to get the scoop on recently launched river cruise ships. Discover details and images of new vessels from lines like Viking, Avalon Waterways, APT and Scenic. Additionally, learn about innovative ship designs and amenities for an unparalleled on-water experience.
Moreover, get inspired for your next river cruise vacation by reading our destination spotlights. We cover trending and emerging river ports across the globe – from marquee European cities to lesser-known gems in Asia and South America. In addition, peruse sample itineraries to help plan your perfect cruise.
Gain insider tips by browsing our latest excursion features. Read about active walking tours, immersive cultural experiences, once-in-a-lifetime special excursions and more ways to experience ports. Also, see reviews of new shore tour offerings for cruise lines.
Furthermore, this site also reports on important industry news like new safety protocols, travel restrictions, deals and more to help you cruise with confidence.
Want to stay current on all aspects of river cruising? Bookmark our site for a frequently updated mix of news articles, ship profiles, destination guides and insider advice tailored for Australian travellers.
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Tauck’s newest and first ship in the Douro River reveals her Portuguese inspired décor and touches as she counts down to her debut in the first week of April 2020. The 84-guest ship is purpose-built for the Douro River and features touches that highlight Portuguese culture and traditions. From painted ceramic decorative tiles synonymous with … Read more
River cruise lines are offering more dining options than ever, as well as crafted menus featuring local specialties. River cruise food has come a long way since the days of a single onboard restaurant. Today, many lines offer menus inspired by the destinations they are sailing, taking advantage of local fresh ingredients to share regional … Read more
Cruise lines are pouncing on Portugal’s Douro River, with two more ships debuting this year – and there are a bunch of reasons why. Luxury lines Uniworld and Tauck will be debuting two brand new ships in April in addition to their existing sailings, which heats up the competition with local cruise lines that have … Read more
Once, cruise lines shunned them or charged them twice for the same trip. Now, as solo sailor numbers grow, lines are embracing the trend with special deals. Competition is increasing, and the result is discounted deals to ‘no solo supplements’ – and even entire vessels reserved purely for independent travellers. It’s a dilemma for the … Read more
German river cruise line A-Rosa is launching itself to Aussies with two remarkable marketing pitches.
River cruise lines have made their first cancellations due to the coronavirus as it continues to spread across the world. Despite the season typically commencing from March, many lines with vessels operating in China have already made drastic changes to their itineraries in an effort to minimise the impact. Many of the main China-operated river … Read more
Luxury boutique river cruise line Uniworld is suing MSC Cruises for nearly $19 million in damages after one of the ocean line’s ships crashed into the River Countess while it was docked in Venice in June last year. In a press release, Uniworld’s CEO Ellen Bettridge said: “We are extremely disappointed with the unprofessional manner … Read more
APT have announced new deals this week with offers including free international flights for 2021 departures. This comes as competitive early bird specials and big discounts are currently being released across the board by river cruise lines for the next season of sailings. If you book before April 3o this year then you’ll receive the … Read more
Crystal River Cruises has announced a number of new European itineraries for its 2022 river sailings. Onboard the Crystal Bach, Crystal Debussy, Crystal Mahler and Crystal Ravel, guests will have the option between seven to 10-night itineraries. “The magic of Crystal River voyages goes beyond the attentive, anticipatory luxury and service found aboard our ships. It extends … Read more
She's the most specious ship yet from luxury line Oceania Cruises. James Sitters tells Rose Kelly and Peter Lynch what's on board the new class of ship, including restaurants, spas and suites.
