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The Top 17 Reasons You MUST Take a River Cruise

Carol Wolniakowski

Your friends are raving about it. New headlines are published daily about it. Cruise lines are seeing unprecedented demand for it.  The question is: do river cruises live up to the hype? The answer is a resounding YES! Here are my top reasons you absolutely must sail on a river cruise this year:

  1. Receive incredible value with rates that include accommodations, all meals, shore excursions, unlimited premium beverages, exercise classes, bike rentals, cooking classes and other diverse onboard activities.

  2. Explore a variety of towns and cities without having to pack and unpack.  This is a huge benefit that not only is less hassle, but maximizes your precious vacation time. You also will visit smaller, under-the-radar villages that the average traveler may not know about.

  3. Immerse in local culture. By docking in the interior of a country in the heart of town, you can simply step off the ship and instantly interact with locals.

  4. Enjoy longer stays in port - often overnight and late disembarkation so that you can enjoy dinner and nightlife in town.

  5. Relax while enjoying magnificent views on the vista deck (with Champagne!) as the perfect compliment to a day of touring and exploring.

6. Enjoy authentic cuisine and Michelin-level dining with locally sourced ingredients. Traditional dishes are highlighted throughout the cruise as well as international favorites. The best part is that chefs go to local markets while in port to buy fresh ingredients and pair their dishes with local wines.

7. Drink world class wines on board, with luxury cruise lines offering premium wines all day - not to mention spirits and local beers. Buy some local wine while exploring and enjoy it on the ship with dinner. You can even bring a special bottle on board from home.

8. Connect with winemakers, vintners, chefs and sommeliers on themed wine and culinary cruises, where a guest host will provide educational seminars, wine pairing dinners and other special activities for travelers.

9. Experience easy access to vineyards and wineries, not to mention incredible views. Sailing along the Rhône, Garonne, Danube, Rhine, Moselle and Douro rivers places you squarely in the midst of wine country. 

10. Get pampered with exquisite accommodations and amenities on vessels that are essentially like floating luxury hotels. Fine Italian linens, marble baths, butler service and luxury amenities rival those of the finest hotels.

11. Experience personalized, intimate service on small ships with large staff to guest ratios.  Most river cruise vessels hold just 150 passengers or less, allowing staff to ensure that each guest is well taken care of.

12. Engage in a wide variety of activities, from active endeavors to total relaxation. Each day you have a choice of included excursions, giving you freedom to curate your own personalized experience. Whether you are interested in cycling, art galleries, historic sites, culinary classes, yoga, spa - or any combination - there is something for everyone; even for those who want to do their own thing or do nothing at all!  

13. Learn about local culture and other interesting topics like architecture and art appreciation from on-board lectures by experts in the field. 

14. Be entertained by a variety of talented musicians and performers on the ship as well as by exclusive performances for guests in historic settings ashore.

15. Interact with like-minded, international clientele on the ship and create friendships around the globe. With the average age of river cruisers trending lower and lower, you can expect to meet travelers of all ages.

16. Stay comfortable in country-club casual attire with a relaxed vibe onboard.

17. No motion sickness!!

With so many great attributes, it is easy to see why more and more savvy travelers are sailing on the river. Fabulous food and wine, interesting cultural activities and stunning views make river cruising a must-do for 2020. Have you been thinking of a cruise for yourself or your group? Send us a note here or email info@cuveewinetravel.com for details on exciting itineraries and special deals. Cheers!

PS - want to read about my very first river cruise? Click here!

Photo Credits: Cuvée Wine Travel, Inc., AmaWaterways, Crystal Cruises and Uniworld

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