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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Riviera Travel, the British cruise line with a dozen five star ships and more to come, is leading a push for solo and single sailings with 11 exclusive sailings next year with all cabins free of any single supplement. Last month, Riviera announced 10 sailings in 2020 reserved exclusively for solo travellers, which saves travellers … Read more
Next year will be a big year for U River Cruises – formerly U by Uniworld. And the brand has detailed three new itineraries for 2020 on The B after its 2019 Seine River program was cancelled. In April 2020, The B’s seven-night itineraries will visit Brussels, Dusseldorf, Salzburg, Bratislava as well as Vienna. There … Read more
Crystal River Cruises is upping its entertainment offerings with a new show onboard – the line has announced that Broadway star Rachel York will be performing on a special seven-day voyage aboard the luxurious Crystal Ravel. Broadway shows are normally reserved for large ocean liners, but the appearance will be a real treat. Ms York … Read more
APT has announced a new range of premium wines which will be available aboard the line’s Europe River cruises. The premium wines will be paired with the food on the ships and will reflect the different regions guests travel through. Guests can taste their way through the different varieties of the Rhone, Rhine and Danube … Read more
It’s a highlight of one of the most popular cruise routes in Europe. Sailing past the Budapest Parliament building when it is lit up at night is definitely an Instagram moment on any visit. But since the tragic accident that saw 27 Korean tourists die and seven rescued after a collision between a river cruise … Read more
Joy and Colin Milmine were on a two month holiday, travelling around Europe and seeing the sights. The spectacular trip included a cruise aboard Uniworld’s luxurious River Countess. And that’s when fate took a hand. The couple were enjoying breakfast aboard the ship docked in Venice when they suddenly heard a horn blaring, that sent … Read more
Climate change and sustainability have become buzzwords in the tourism industry with some river lines such as Avalon Waterways and Uniworld leading the way in environmental initiatives. Avalon is focused on reducing its environmental footprint with the philosophy “take memories, leave only footprints.” Committed to preserving the environment, Avalon will remove single-use plastic products such … Read more
Premium lines like Evergreen Tours and Travelmarvel are outshining their luxury sisters as Australians search for value over inclusions. Four-star deluxe brand Evergreen Tours says that they have seen growth in their guest numbers over the past few years – despite an exceptionally competitive market. In fact, 64 per cent of their Category E Emerald … Read more
Crystal River Cruises will be replacing e-bikes with regular Trek bikes on their fleet from July. The amazing electric cycles, which can soar up to 40 kph and free guests to enjoy bank-side exploration and even city excursions, were hailed as the huge step forward for river cruises almost a decade ago. Whatever your age, … 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.
