These Two Luxury Cruise Lines Are Collaborating to Create a One-of-a-kind River and Ocean Voyage in 2026
Luxury cruise line Seabourn has teamed up with luxury river cruise line Uniworld to offer a first of a kind voyage. (more…)
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Scenic Opens 2027 European River Cruise Pre-Bookings in Earliest Ever Release
Scenic is opening up its 2027 European river cruise itineraries for pre-booking, the earliest its ever offered access to a newly-opened-for-booking season. (more…)
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Victoria Cruise Lines to launch electric-hybrid cruise ship on Yangtze River
The 570-passenger vessel Victoria Isabella will be inaugurated on 28 September. (more…)
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Amadeus launches 2026 fly-cruise programme
Amadeus River Cruises has launched a ‘Five-Star Tailor-Made River Cruising’ programme that includes return flights from the UK, executive overseas transfers and full board accommodation on all itineraries. (more…)
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Plateau International is delighted to announce a new partnership representing M/S Farah Nile Cruise
Showcasing the concept of ultimate luxury on The Nile, M/S Farah Nile Cruise offers guests a voyage of contemporary beauty along the legendary Nile on 3,4 and 7-night itineraries between Luxor and private docking in Aswan. (more…)
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Exploring Jewish Heritage on River Cruises in Europe
It has been 80 years since the end of World War II and the liberation of prisoners from the concentration camps in Europe, and interest in Jewish heritage, historical exploration and cultural enrichment in countries like Germany, Austria, Hungary and Prague has been increasing. (more…)
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Century Cruises Plans European Entrance, New River Ship
Century Cruises, one of China’s main river cruise operators, plans to enter the European river cruise market through a partnership with UNITED WATERWAYS, a provider of white-label ship management services. (more…)
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AmaWaterways and Smithsonian Journeys Unveil 2027 River Cruise Collection. Introducing New France and Southeast Asia Itineraries
Leading river cruise line AmaWaterways has announced 42 new departures for 2027 in collaboration with Smithsonian Journeys – the travel program of the Smithsonian Institution and a recognized leader in enriching, small-group exploration. (more…)
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Riviera Travel Unveils New Website
Riviera Travel has announced the launch of its newly redesigned website, now offering a fresh look and enhanced tools to further streamline and simplify the booking process for North American guests and travel advisors. (more…)
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Antara Cruises Partners with Serandipians Network
Antara Cruises has joined hands with Serandipians, the prestigious global network of bespoke travel designers, hotels, and exclusive experiences. (more…)
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AmaWaterways Strengthens Executive Team with Two New Senior Vice Presidents
Angel Christopher Gomez and Sezin Aksoy Join Award-Winning River Cruise Line to Support Global Growth and Innovation. (more…)
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VIVA Cruises launches 2025, 2026 and VIVA Boutique brochures online – available to order from today
From today, both travel agents and consumers can order brochures from European river cruise specialist, VIVA Cruises, online in the UK and Ireland. (more…)
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From Tea Estates to National Parks – Explore Assam by River with Pandaw Cruises
Experience the biodiversity of Northeast India aboard Pandaw’s Brahmaputra expedition. (more…)
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Explore Kerala’s Backwaters on a new Pandaw adventure
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Starting in October 2025, Pandaw will set course through the Kerala Backwaters, an inland waterway once used by spice traders, missionaries and merchants. (more…)
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Forbes Travel Guide Announces First and Only Star Rating System for River Cruises
Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”)—the only independent, global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, spas, ocean cruises and ocean cruise restaurants—today announced it will begin rating river cruises, a cruise industry first. (more…)
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Ensemble Welcomes Riverside Luxury Cruises as Preferred Partner
Ensemble Travel Group has announced that Riverside Luxury Cruises has joined its network of partners, marking a significant addition to its luxury cruise portfolio and the first such partnership with a travel agency consortium for the river cruise line. (more…)
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Smithsonian Journeys returns to the Mississippi and plans big for Europe rivers
Smithsonian Journeys will offer a cruise on the Mississippi River for the first time since the pandemic, as the operator expands its river cruise portfolio. (more…)
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Vietnam’s Ambassador Cruise II Takes Out Two National Records
The five-star line behind Halong Bay’s most remarkable cruise experiences, Ambassador Cruise, has clinched two national records due to ‘Ambassador Cruise II’ vessel’s huge capacity and compelling entertainment set-up. (more…)
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Trafalgar launches new offer for advisors and clients ahead of river cruise debut
Trafalgar has launched a limited-time offer for both travel advisors and their clients to mark its entry into the river cruise market. (more…)
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APT Travel Group Marks a New Era of Travel with Launch of ‘APT Luxury’
Australia’s largest family-owned tour and river cruise company, APT Travel Group, has today launched APT Luxury, a bold new chapter that redefines its luxury river cruise and escorted touring offerings. (more…)
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Vietnam Launches Remarkable Cave Dining Accompanied by Cultural Spectacle – Ambassador Cruise
A 150-million-year-old cave in Vietnam’s north has become the extraordinary setting for an immersive theatrical show and a fine dining celebration of hyper-local Vietnamese cuisine. (more…)
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A-ROSA installs the fastest Internet on the river. New internet packages available for booking on six ships from mid-July
A-ROSA is setting up multiple ships with particularly fast and reliable internet to offer guests an even more comfortable and personalised travel experience. (more…)
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Spirit of the Moselle Christened, Sails Maiden Voyage
Saga Magazine’s Editorial Director, Louise Robinson, christened the Spirit of the Moselle as godmother of the ship before it set sail on its maiden voyage. (more…)
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Viking Announces New River Voyages In India. Debuting in Late 2027, the New Viking Brahmaputra Will Sail the Company’s First River Voyages in India
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Uniworld Announces Partnership With Luxury Restwear Brand, Lunya, For First-Ever ‘Women-Only Cruise’
Uniworld Boutique River Cruises announces its partnership with women-led luxury restwear brand, Lunya, for its first-ever ‘Women-Only Cruise,’ setting sail on August 24, 2025, in France. (more…)
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Bread and coffee sommeliers set sail with VIVA Cruises’ first gourmet voyage
European river cruise specialist, VIVA Cruises, is serving up something truly special this November: its first-ever gourmet river cruise aboard VIVA ENJOY, the company’s newest ship. (more…)
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More big boats in La Crosse last week, including first Viking cruise stop for 2025
Riverfest may be done for this year, but La Crosse’s riverfront will still be active last week. (more…)
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The European River Cruise Specialist VIVA Cruises Appoints Stefan De Schepper as Chief Financial Officer
The European River cruise specialist VIVA Cruises is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefan De Schepper as Chief Financial Officer, effective 1 July 2025. (more…)
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Christmas Markets, Elevated: Riverside Offers a Fresh Take on a Festive Tradition on the Rhine and Danube
River cruising has quickly become a favorite way to explore Europe’s historic Christmas markets—offering the ease of visiting multiple destinations without the packing or hotel hopping. (more…)
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The Waldorf Astoria Is Launching an All-Suite Cruise Ship on the Nile River Next Year
Hilton is the latest hospitality heavyweight to dive into cruises. (more…)
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CLIA Opens Registration for 2025 Ports & Destinations Dialogue at Seatrade Europe in Hamburg
Renewed Partnership for SMM and Seatrade Europe with Hamburg Messe und Congress Underscores Industry Commitment to Collaboration, Innovation, and Sustainability. (more…)
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CroisiEurope Launches A Brand New Hotel Barge Cruise Taking In The Magical Christmas Markets Of Belgium
Europe’s largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, has launched a brand new cruise taking guests to some of the most magical Christmas markets along the Belgium canals. (more…)
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AmaWaterways Celebrates Historic Christening of AmaMagdalena in Colombia
First Luxury River Cruise Ship on the Magdalena River Ushers in a New Era of Tourism and Cultural Exchange. (more…)
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Amadeus ‘aims to protect’ with new conservation project
Amadeus River Cruises has launched a new conservation project in a bid to protect local communities and waterways. (more…)
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Riviera Travel Unveils Summer River Cruise Offers
Riviera Travel has launched a series of exclusive summer offers that make European travel more affordable than ever for North American guests. (more…)
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VIVA Cruises introduces brand new river cruises from Berlin to Stralsund, ending in Copenhagen
In 2026 European river cruise specialist, VIVA Cruises, will be introducing exclusive journeys on VIVA RUBY departing from Berlin for the first time, with a unique three-day stay in Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen. (more…)
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AmaWaterways chooses Sarah Little as godmother of new Danube ship
Little is the senior vice president of business development for the American Society of Travel Advisors. (more…)
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A New Way to Celebrate the Season: Abercrombie & Kent Launches Limited-Edition Winter Holiday Journeys for 2025
As travelers’ mindsets evolve, Abercrombie & Kent (A&K), the global leader in luxury travel, is unveiling a new collection of limited-edition journeys designed for the festive season. (more…)
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Pearl Seas Cruises Opens 2025 Great Lakes Season: Celebrating a Decade of Small Ship Cruising in the Region
Pearl Seas Cruises is pleased to announce the opening of the 2025 season on the Great Lakes, celebrating a decade of small ship cruising in the region. (more…)
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Duluth finishes seawall just in time to welcome season’s first cruise ship
After delays and cost overruns, a crucial component of the port’s marine tourism infrastructure is ready for business. (more…)
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