Wednesday, October 7, 2015

River Cruising Guide - Discover the Beauty of River Cruising onboard AMA, Avalon, Uniworld, and Viking. Europe – Asia – Africa & more.

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RIVER CRUISING GUIDE
Discover the Beauty of River Cruising onboard AMA, Avalon, Uniworld, and Viking.
Europe – Asia – Africa & more.

Become mesmerized by the experience of river cruising and touring the world’s most charming towns and cities. Travel from one fascinating village to another in wondrous, luxurious style. As you sail through the beautifully quaint countryside of captivating islands, indulge in local customs, the lure of fresh bread baking nearby and revel in the instant bursts of fresh scents and mesmerizing sunsets. From the heart of Normandy to the hem of the Mediterranean, you can dance to the music of majestic beauty while admiring the surrounding bosky landscape.
See more than you could ever imagine on a river cruise. Get up-close and personal to destinations larger ships only dream to go and become one with history, culture and refined grace. From a fascinating journey through Vietnam’s Mekong River to an exploration along the amazingly intimate Rhine River of Europe, take a voyage immersed in exquisite tastes, genuine tradition and unimaginable delights.

Onboard, enjoy the comfort of French balcony cabins and spacious river-view staterooms that give a magical panoramic view of each intricate gem. It’s the sheer intimacy of being in the heart of a destination that will captivate your soul. Only on a river cruise can you reach out and touch the authenticity of the heartland and it gleefully reaches back for you.

 
Europe AmaWaterways Cruises
Cruise with AmaWaterways and encase yourself in magnificent rolling green hills, beautiful vineyards and medieval castles, as you sail through Europe on the Danube River. Voyage to the Hungarian capital of Budapest then, continue on your way to the birth place of the Waltz, Vienna, Austria, or explore the Iron Gates, the divider of Europe’s Balkan and Carpathian Mountains. In Amsterdam, Netherlands, you’ll discover the seamless preservation of Europe’s countryside including the remnants of archaic civilizations who once flourished centuries ago.

AmaWaterways ... Leading the Way in River Cruising
Sail with Cruises Inc. and AmaWaterways and embark on a river cruise adventure like none other you’ve ever imagined. Their fleet of 15 modishly designed ships has taken the lead in the industry, and continues to build momentum as they deliver remarkable experiences to destinations like, Europe, Russia, Vietnam, Cambodia and Africa.

Once you cast off you’ll enjoy award-winning dining, professional onboard entertainment, and a plethora of fun and leisure activities fit for all. Listen to the sweet sounds of a violin quartet, discover the tranquility of a massage delivered by an expert masseuse, or enliven your being with some dinner and dancing accompanied by a live performance.

You’ll never run out of delightful and diverse endeavors to enjoy on any one of their fantastic ships.

What’s more, venture on land and take pleasure in the repose of a complimentary guided bike tour, or a world-class guided trip through some of the most breathtaking site-seeing spots in the world, equipped with a state-of-the-art headset allowing you to capture your tour guide’s every word. AmaWaterays also offers the “Gentle Walkers” group for those who like to explore at their own pace; the “Active Walkers” for travelers wishing to extend their reach a little farther, and the “Late Starter” group for anyone looking to sleep in a few extra ticks on the clock.

With AmaWaterways and Cruises Inc., you’ll embark on a journey filled with endless beauty, and a richness of 5-star amenities making your river cruise experience the most unforgettable trip you’ll ever take.


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Amsterdam-Netherlands, Barcelona-Spain, Basel- Switzerland, Budapest-Hungary, Paris-France,
Prague-Czech Republic, Vienna-Austria.
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Scroll to bottom of webpage to see links for “overviews” and “pictures” of AMAWaterways ships.
 
AMAWaterways ships:  AmaBella, AmaCello, AmaCerto, AmaDagio, AmaDante, AmaDara, AmaDolce, AmaLegro, AmaLotus, AmaLyra, AmaPrima,  AmaPura, AmaSerena, AmaSonata, AmaStella – New Ship!, AmaVerde, AmaVida, AmaViola – New Ship!, and Zambezi Queen. 

 

Europe Avalon Waterways Cruises
Immerse yourself in old-world charm with all the comforts and amenities of a five-star cruise ship with Avalon Waterways River Cruises. Journeying the rivers and waterways weaving through historic destinations such as Cote d’Azur and Strasbourg, you’ll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in local culture. Experience the unmatched splendor of the historic Kölner Dom cathedral in Cologne. Or, if your cruise happens to take you to Amsterdam, be sure to sample the local cuisine at Meneer Pannekoek, offering traditional Dutch pancakes very much like crêpes. Other luxurious destinations include Avignon, France, Basel, Switzerland and many more!

AVALON WATERWAYS RIVER CRUISES...CRUISE EUROPE IN STYLE - Book Your Luxury Cruise with Avalon Waterways River Cruises & Cruises Inc.
Not all cruises are created equal. When you select an Avalon Waterways River Cruise, you are making the decision to immerse yourself in the utmost indulgence in cruising. Avalon Waterways offers its signature Avalon ChoiceSM to all passengers, allowing you to design the perfect European river cruise experience based solely around your personal preferences. Uniquely crafted with luxurious details at every turn, Avalon Waterways provides the small-ship feel with all the posh and decadence of a five-star resort. Contemporary décor, wall-to-wall panorama windows and elegant finishes abound to lend a captivating and comforting air.

Let Avalon Waterways River Cruises be your home away from home. With expert detail, each cruise ship is designed with the utmost care, giving you every comfort you could hope for and more. With a fleet of suite ships, Avalon Waterways offers not only the signature Avalon Deluxe Staterooms, but also Panorama Suites and Royal Suites for those who want it all. Comfort comes standard with all staterooms, and each is artfully prepared with European-style duvets, Egyptian cotton sheets, full private showers, flatscreen televisions and more. Even better, more than 80% of staterooms include floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors and French balconies, while suites feature Open-Air Balconies with seating for 6.

Mealtime aboard Avalon Waterways is a part of the journey. With mouthwatering temptations certain to delight your palette, the chefs cater to your every craving. From the very first night when you dine on a five-course meal at the captain’s reception, you’ll discover that each meal is as tailored as the last. Dine under the pristine sky at the open-air bistro, or take advantage of cocktail hour at the Panorama Lounge. If traditional dining is more your cup of tea, enjoy the convenience of open seating in the dining room as you savor the elegant menus featuring local cuisine and delicacies.

Take the time to relax on the comfortable lounge chairs on the sky deck, or try your hand at the game area where you could play a life-sized game of chess. With complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout your Avalon Waterways cruise ship, convenience is at your fingertips 24/7. Immerse yourself in Avalon Waterways’ Culture & CruiseSM activities from wine and beer tastings, to demonstrations from local artists and even exciting entertainment from local performers.

Most European cruises extend between 7 and 14 nights, giving you the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the luxury and culture your Avalon Waterways River Cruise is will provide. Sail the waters of the Rhine, Main, Danube Rivers and more and soak in the culture of hotspots such as Prague and Vienna. Boasting the youngest and newest fleet of ships in Europe, Avalon Waterways is proud to include the brand new Avalon VistaSM and Avalon VisionarySM to its already impressive lineup of luxury ships. Take the time to indulge in cruise memories that will last a lifetime. With Cruises Inc. your dream holiday is just moments away!

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Côte d’Azur-France, Zurich-Switzerland, Amsterdam-Netherlands, Bucharest-Romania, Budapest-Hungary, Frankfurt-Germany, Munich-Germany, Paris-France, Prague-Czech Republic, Vienna, Austria.
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Scroll to bottom of page and see links for “overviews” and “pictures” of Avalon Waterways ships.

Avalon Waterways River Cruise Ships:   Amazon Discovery, Aria, Avalon Affinity, Avalon Artistry II, Avalon Creativity, Avalon Expression, Avalon Felicity, Avalon Illumination, Avalon Imagery II – New Ship!, Avalon Impression, Avalon Luminary, Avalon Myanmar, Avalon Panorama, Avalon Passion – New Ship!, Avalon Poetry II, Avalon Scenery, Avalon Siem Reap, Avalon Tapestry II, Avalon Tranquility II, Avalon Visionary,  Avalon Vista,  Century Legend,  Century Paragon, Isabela II. 

 

Europe Uniworld River Cruises
Spend a week to a month sailing through Europe’s most gorgeous riverside cities on a Uniworld River Cruise to Europe. You’ll visit a Bavarian village in Passau, Germany, marvel at the exquisite jewels at the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, Turkey, and cruise past the nightlife of Budapest, Hungary under a starry sky. See the best of Van Gogh – not to mention Monet, Gauguin, Toulouse-Lautrec, and other greats – at The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Netherlands, or attend a classical concert featuring Mozart and Strauss in Vienna, Austria.

UNIWORLD RIVER CRUISES...BOUTIQUE CRUISING AT ITS BEST - Discover True Luxury with Uniworld River Cruises & Cruises Inc.
Choose a Uniworld River Cruise to travel to incredible destinations in Europe, Russia, Egypt, Vietnam, Cambodia, and China on 13 of the world’s most beautiful rivers. Uniworld River Cruise’s unique partnership with Red Carnation Hotels ensures that each ship is its very own luxury 5-star boutique hotel. Every aspect of the design, décor, fine art, priceless antiques, and deluxe amenities is carefully selected for the utmost style and comfort, from the full-service lobby to the only working fireplace on the rivers.

Uniworld River Cruise staterooms feature handcrafted Savoir® of England beds with fine linens, flat-screen satellite televisions, and breathtaking river views; many also include marble bathrooms and French balconies. Outside of your elegantly appointed stateroom, you can relax in the heated pool, unwind in the Jacuzzi, or sip a glass of wine in the lounge as postcard-worthy views pass you by on the way to your next destination. Pamper yourself at the Serenity Spa, or stay in shape at the state-of-the-art fitness center. Uniworld also provide complimentary bicycles and Nordic walking sticks to use in port.

Uniworld River Cruises has earned the coveted Top Dining award from Zagat® Cruise Lines Survey. Meals are inspired by the regions of your itinerary and prepared with the freshest ingredients, often brought onboard from local farmers markets. Uniworld’s small ships provide a wealth of dining options: hit the buffet for an early-riser breakfast, snack on pastries at afternoon tea, eat lunch al fresco in the ocean breeze, and don your finest at the Captain’s Farewell Dinner. Fine European wines, beer, and soft drinks are all complimentary.

When you cruise with Uniworld, you can expect an intimate atmosphere (the average capacity is just 130 guests), elegant personal touches, and attentive hoteliers who will quickly learn your preferences and anticipate your every need. Uniworld River Cruises delivers a unique “boutique cruising” vacation that must be experienced in all its luxury to be believed. And with Cruises Inc.’s unmatched value, your next luxury river cruise is now within reach.

After opening link, scroll to mid-way down page & see “departure port” info. 
Amsterdam-Netherlands, Arles-France, Basel-Switzerland, Brussels-Belgium, Budapest-Hungary,
Chalon-Sur-Saone-France, Cologne-Germany, Istanbul-Turkey, Lisbon-Portugal, Nuremberg-Germany, Paris-France, Passau-Germany, and Vienna-Austria.
Then scroll further down for, Asia River Cruise offers and Asia “departure ports” !
Scroll to bottom of page and see links for “overviews” and “pictures” of Uniworld River Cruises ships.

Uniworld River Cruise ships:  Century Legend, Century Paragon, Ganges Voyager II, Queen Isabel, River Ambassador, River Baroness, River Beatrice, River Countess, River Duchess, River Empress, River Orchid,  River Princess,  River Queen, River Royale, River Tosca, River Victoria, S.S. Antoinette, S.S. Catherine, and  S.S. Maria Theresa. 

 

Europe Viking River Cruises

Spend 7 to 14 magical nights aboard a Viking River Cruise to Europe. You’ll feel as if you’re living in a fairytale as you stroll down the winding cobblestone streets in Prague, Czech Republic and picnic beneath the Eiffel Tower in Paris, France. Sample the world’s best chocolate and beer in Brussels, Belgium, or take a dip in Europe’s largest thermal bath in Budapest, Hungary. You’ll find fascinating culture and unforgettable adventure around every corner.
VIKING RIVER CRUISES...TRAVEL WITH THE BEST - Enjoy the Vacation of a Lifetime with Viking River Cruises & Cruises Inc.

Award-winning Viking River Cruises prides itself on providing top-notch accommodations, unique itineraries, and impeccable service. The world’s largest fleet of river cruise ships features elegantly decorated interiors and cutting-edge design; Viking’s “green” ships even boast diesel-electric hybrid engines. And all-inclusive cruise fares mean you don’t have to pull out your wallet for every cocktail or shore excursion, so you can relax and simply enjoy your once-in-a-lifetime vacation through the rivers of Europe, Russia, Asia, and beyond.

On board your Viking River Cruise ship, stretch out in your spacious room with a hotel-style bed and a view of the passing landscape via your own private veranda, French balcony with sliding-glass doors, or picture window. Relax in the library, lounge, or bar, and help yourself to 24-hour complimentary cappuccino, coffee, and tea. When it comes time to explore on shore, Viking’s tour guides will introduce you to your port city’s art, culture and history with ease and expertise.

Viking River Cruises takes fine dining very seriously, from its expertly prepared meals to its cooking classes, demonstrations, and food and wine tastings. Viking chefs use only fresh, local ingredients – the Viking Longships even feature organic herb gardens on the sun deck. Wake up to a breakfast buffet in the dining room, lunch al fresco on the sun deck, and sit down to a gourmet five-course menu at dinner time. Viking’s unique “Taste of...” events introduce you to the culinary delights of the destinations on your itinerary, from German leberwurst to Italian wine – all complimentary, of course. Combine Viking River Cruises’ five-star amenities and Cruises Inc.’s unbeatable deals, and you have a river cruise vacation to rival the very best.

After opening link, scroll to mid-way down page & see “departure port” info. 
Amsterdam-Netherlands, Basel-Switzerland, Berlin-Germany, Budapest-Hungary, Chalon-Sur-Saone-France, Nuremberg-Germany, Paris-France, Passau-Germany, Porto-Portugal.
Then scroll further down for, Asia River Cruise offers and “departure ports” !
Scroll to bottom of webpage to see links for “overviews” and “pictures” of Viking River Cruise ships.

Viking River Cruise Ships:  MS Mayfair,  Viking Aegir, Viking Akun, Viking Alruna, Viking Alsvin, Viking Astrild, Viking Atla, Viking Baldur, Viking Bestla, Viking Beyla, Viking Bragi, Viking Buri, Viking Delling,  Viking Egil, Viking Eir, Viking Eistla, Viking Embla, Viking Emerald, Viking Fontane, Viking Forseti, Viking Freya,  Viking Gefjon,  Viking Gullveig,  Viking Heimdal, Viking Hemming, Viking Hermod, Viking Hlin,  Viking Idi,  Viking Idun,  Viking Ingvar, Viking Ingvi,  Viking Jarl, Viking Kadlin,  Viking Kara,  Viking Kvasir,  Viking Legend,  Viking Lif,  Viking Lofn,  Viking Magni,  Viking Mandalay, Viking Mani,  Viking Mekong,  Viking Mimir,  Viking Modi,  Viking Neptune,  Viking Njord, Viking Odin,  Viking Osfrid, Viking Prestige,  Viking Pride,  Viking Rinda,  Viking Rolf,  Viking Schumann,  Viking Sineus,  Viking Skadi,  Viking Skirnir,  Viking Spirit,  Viking Sun,  Viking Tialfi,  Viking Tor,  Viking Torgil,  Viking Truvor, Viking Var,  Viking Ve,  Viking Vidar,  Viking Vili.

 

If you’ve only cruise by Ocean Liner …. River Cruising will give you a whole new dimension in seeing and visiting many different places in the World.

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