AMSTERDAM I’ve been a land-based traveler for most of my life. Motor coaches and cars have helped me explore everything from Italy’s Tuscany region to Ireland’s Rings of Kerry. But recently I ...

Last-minute bookings and heightened demand for Rhine and Douro sailings have largely shaped this summer's trends in Europe river cruising. And while France sailings, typically strong at this time of ...

Think river cruising is just for summer? Think again. Avalon Waterways is inviting travelers to explore Europe’s storied rivers during the upcoming fall and winter seasons—and there are still cabins ...

The private sundecks in the balcony suites on the Scenic Pearl promise gentle views of vineyards, castles, swans – maybe even some ducks – but not long after departure from Basel, my tranquil view of ...

The Rhine River! The heart of Europe. The idyllic destination for many European river cruises. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002. The “Romantic Rhine,” with more than 40 castles and ...

Avalon Waterways is inviting travelers to explore Europe’s storied rivers during the upcoming fall and winter seasons—and there are still cabins available. The line’s “Cozy Cruise Collection” includes ...