Think of river cruising and you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s the domain of retired couples who like to relax and watch the scenery, or young active types who like to trek across cities, visiting museums and learning about history. However, the river cruise industry is evolving fast. Many river cruise lines have recognised that...
Cruising on France’s longest river has traditionally been the preserve of flat-bottomed wooden boats known as toue sablières which were once deployed to transport goods along the Loire and its tributaries. Recently, cabin cruisers and small hotel barges have offered the opportunity to explore the Loire Valley with its spectacular châteaux. Due to sandbanks and...
Founded in Strasbourg in 1976, CroisiEurope is a pioneer in river cruising. It isn't a brand that is particularly well known in Britain, which is a pity as this river cruise specialist offers great value for money. This family-owned company is continually expanding its fleet of four-star vessels as well as creating unique itineraries. It...
This informative and in-depth guide offers not only a fascinating overview of the world’s most incredible regions,
but also some of their most exciting ports and cities as well as all the amazing things you can do there.
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as stays in a selection of hand-picked hotels.