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A Viking river cruise ship ran aground while sailing in Europe’s Danube River. 


TUI River Cruises has announced TUI Luzia, the first purpose-built ship for the brand, was floated out in Kladovo, Serbia marking a major construction milestone and the first time the ship has touched water.
The MS Anna Katharina was sailing on the Danube River in Vienna, Austria, when the reported incident occurred. 
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announces the debut of three new ships in 2028: the S.S. Helen, S.S. Clara, and Mekong Mystique, bringing the brand to a total of 22 ships. 


Riviera Travel River Cruises on July 14, 2026 announced the official opening of bookings for its 2028 river cruises.
Emerald Cruises & Tours has celebrated the ceremonial launch of Emerald Lumi, with the new Emerald Star-Ship entering water for the first time at the shipyard in Romania.
Dutch specialised shipyard Concordia Damen is proud to announce it has received a contract from TUI River Cruise. The contract consists of 2 CDS River Cruise 135 vessels. 
Over 60 agents who successfully completed a seven-month CLIA training programme have been officially recognised as river or expedition ‘Cruise Champions’. 

Launching in Spring 2027, AmaRudi builds on the success of AmaMagna as AmaWaterways’ second double-width river ship.
As Tauck moves into its second century, it is expanding its small-ship and river cruise businesses and continues to put the guest at the heart of every decision. Jeremy Palmer tells Susan Parker more.
Graham Leadbitter and Caroline MacFarlane travel along Scotland’s Caledonian Canal and into Loch Ness onboard a Le Boat cruiser.
From Milwaukee to La Crosse, more Wisconsin cities are welcoming cruise ships during the spring and summer. One more Lake Michigan city is on the verge of joining those communities on June 25.
CroisiEurope has launched its new November Cruise Escapes collection, a series of river cruises operating in November 2026 and 2027.
Riverside Luxury Cruises recently unveiled several advisor-facing initiatives, spanning a new loyalty program, a refreshed certification curriculum and an AI-powered support tool. 
