10 reasons to take a river cruise

1. Incredible value. River cruising provides amazing value as almost everything one could want is included in your cruise fare.  Your travel advisor will be the best person to advise - depending on the river cruise you arrange - however you can usually expect tours at each port, wifi, wine, beer and soft drinks to be complimentary during your cruise.

2. Stress free. All the travel and other details are arranged for you; especially if you are working with your travel advisor. A beautifully planned itinerary, warm and comfortable surroundings, excellent meals and beverages. Your entire experience is thought through and carefully designed for you.

3. Intimate. River ships have size limitations which allows them to sail under bridges, through locks and into ports and venues appropriate to their size. Relationships flourish in such an intimate environment whether it be with your ship staff or your fellow guests.

4. Luxurious. River cruise ships are wonderfully outfitted and are often compared to five star hotels. Comfortable and spacious guest rooms and common spaces, large windows, open decks provide you with so many opportunities to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Some river ships have fitness centres, pools and hot tubs!

5. Unique. River cruising tourism provides unique access to cities.  A typical day starts with a lovely breakfast, a stroll from the ship into the City or hopping onto an excursion, stopping for lunch and more exploration and then an easy and relaxed return to your ship. It is a wonderful and restful way to experience highlights of a region and enjoy each destination of your itinerary.  

6. Casual. River cruises are luxurious however are meant to be comfortable and enjoyable in terms of dress so bring the little black dress or tuxedo only if you wish!

7. Active or not! The sailing will be relaxing and calm however your day can be as fun filled as you desire. There are ports to walk in, shore excursions to experience, wonderful entertainment on board and of course fabulous meals.

8. Solo travel.  River cruises offer an intimate environment where one can form relationships and meet people with similar travel interests and values. It is also a safe and welcoming environment which many solo travellers enjoy. 

9. Healthy.  Calm rivers result in a smooth and motion free cruise so "mal de mer" is a very rare occurrence.

10. Safety and security.  Rivers are often only a few meters deep and only a few meters wide. One is always within view of land.

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