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As river cruising booms in popularity, it’s no surprise that the Mississippi has become a dream destination for cruisers longing to explore North America. Cutting through America’s Deep South, the river offers cruisers the perfect opportunity to experience a comforting slice of Southern hospitality. Things To Do in New Orleans…

Celebrity River Cruises has announced its entry into the European river cruise market.

New winter 2026 cruises have arrived from Marella Cruises and TUI river cruises! Whether you’re dreaming of scenic rivers or sunny shores, the new season brings exciting itineraries, returning favourites, and exclusive experiences – all ready to book! In this new release of cruises, Marella Discovery 2 and Marella Explorer…

Discover Portugal’s Douro River aboard APT Estrela. Enjoy port tastings, scenic cruising through Europe’s largest lock, and Porto’s night lights.

TUI River Cruises has announced an exciting new programme of winter sailings for 2026.

AmaWaterways has officially launched the AmaMagdalena, a pioneering luxury river cruise ship based on Colombia’s Magdalena River.

Celebrity River Cruises is due to launch in 2027, as the brand announces plans for a brand-new fleet of river ships.

I had never been on a river cruise before so was very interested to see how it would compare with the ocean cruises I have experienced before. I was not quite sure what to expect. Overall I was highly impressed by the quality of service, guided tours and the much more personal nature of Riviera Travel’s river cruise ships compared to the larger ocean-going cruise ships I am used to.

The Saga river cruise ship, Douro Spirit, has been sailing the famous Portuguese river for over a decade. Bringing guests closer to fascinating ports throughout the country – and even some in Spain – presents a relaxed way to experience the region. Having recently returned from a week-long Douro river…

Welcome to the land of pharaohs, pyramids, and the mighty Nile River – the cradle of Ancient Egypt, one of the world’s oldest and most fascinating civilisations. The Nile is not just the longest river in the world, but also a living testament to the country’s rich history, religion, and…

The banks of the world’s most iconic waterways are home to quaint villages, remote towns and enclaves that you may have never heard of, and further inland lie destinations that may not be your usual choice of holiday. Many of these places welcome river cruising passengers with open arms, and…

In November 2022, I joined APT for my first river cruise onboard one of their brand-new four-star premium ships, Travelmarvel Vega. Travelmarvel Vega is one of three identical new river ships introduced by APT, alongside Travelmarvel Polaris and Travelmarvel Capella. With so many burning questions unanswered, I couldn’t wait to…