We’ve posted a blog recently about the Christmas markets, and how enchanting they are across Europe. I wasn’t sure I’d really stressed enough quite how good they are, so I thought I’d take you through a typical itinerary. It’s not too late to book this year, so if you’re umming and ahhing, this might help […]
Mouth-watering Mekong meals
If you’re a foodie, you’ll know that travel is a great way to experience some of the world’s finest dishes in the most authentic way possible and also that when it comes to destinations, Southeast Asia is certainly one of the world leaders when it comes to top-class cuisine. A Mekong River cruise is a […]
Halloween and other spooky traditions
Happy Halloween, from all at River Voyages! We hope you’ve got a nice day planned, whether you’re taking the kids out trick-or-treating this evening or, like us, you’re just sat in the office munching on chocolates and sweets all day. It kind of feels like a tradition, despite Halloween being a blatantly American phenomenon that […]
7 fun river facts
The rivers of the world are pretty incredible, and the easiest way to get that across is with a selection of fascinating facts. So here’s a list of amazing statistics and truths that I’ve uncovered about some of the major rivers in the world, and water in general. #1 The longest river in the world […]
Exploring the Hungarian Parliament Building
Almost every voyage along the Danube passes by one of the river’s most recognisable sights, the stunning Hungarian Parliament Building in Budapest. It’s a certainly a breath-taking sight and the perfect introduction to a city which is rich in architectural attractions. The building, known in the country’s language as the Orszaghaz, is the seat of […]
Exploring castles by river – part 2
In my last blog, I shared with you my love of touring the UK’s castles and how, once I’d seen all of those, I’d probably book myself on a river cruise in Europe, which as I explained, was a great way to go castle-spotting. My travels took me to the mighty Rhine, certainly the most […]
Exploring castles by river – part 1
If you’re anything like me, your holidays around the UK typically involve a castle visit or three. Admittedly, we’re spoiled for choice when it comes to medieval fortifications in the British Isles, but the issue of wherabouts I’d go when I ran out of castles to see on our own shores got me thinking and […]
River cruises for families?
When you discuss river cruising in any form, a lot of the time comparisons and contrasts are drawn with the world of ocean cruising. It makes sense, since both forms of travel share a lot in common. But what’s really interesting is that river cruising is a much younger industry. Ocean cruising has existed in […]
AMA Waterways enhances Normandy itinerary to mark D-Day
AMA Waterways has recently announced that it intends to honour the 70th anniversary of the Second World War’s French D-Day landings with an enhanced itinerary on its Paris and Normandy itinerary for 2014. The line’s popular Paris and Normandy voyage will be enhanced by the inclusion of two ‘D-Day Remembered’ excursions, offered to river cruise […]
Five of the best Seine excursions
The Seine is France’s best-known river and a cruise along it is a great way to explore the country’s celebrated capital and a number of its most historic sites and towns, too. As you would imagine, there’s a wide choice of shore excursions available but here’s a look at five of the best you can […]