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Les Bateaux Belmond appoints its first culinary curator

Les Bateaux Belmond appoints its first culinary curatorFrench-born Dominique Crenn is the first female chef in the U.S. to attain three Michelin stars for...

A Tauck riverboat docked near Chateau Gaillard on the Seine River.

Tauck will sail two new riverboats in France in 2026The ships will sail on the Rhone and Seine rivers and will feature "fresh and fun innovations," said...

A rendering of the Emerald Astra, coming in 2026.

Emerald Cruises will welcome another Star-Ship in 2026Designed to mirror the sleek elegance of Emerald's luxury superyachts, the Emerald Astra will feature...

A junior suite on Heritage Line's Violet.

Heritage Line creates river cruise-hotel packages in Southeast AsiaOne package includes stays at the Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle in Thailand and the...

Advisor-driven sessions at CruiseWorld aim to unlock business insights

Advisor-driven sessions at CruiseWorld aim to unlock business insightsA highlight of the event next month in Fort Lauderdale will be the peer-to-peer sessions, led by...

Viva Boutique's master suites will be a new class of cabin for Viva Cruises.

Viva Cruises creates Viva Boutique, a premium sub-brandCEO Andrea Kruse said Viva Boutique will combine "the comfort of a boutique hotel with the diversity...

Nile River cruises are starting to come back after demand plummeted shortly after the Oct. 7 attack in Israel.

Nile River cruises are starting to come back after demand plummeted shortly after the Oct. 7 attack in Israel. Photo Credit: The Cousin Dave/Shutterstock Middle East tension stays high, and travel stays slowWhile not all tour operators have canceled Middle East departures, most say that interest has dwindled and business has sputtered since the Israel-Hamas war began a year ago.

Uniworld's first women-only cruise will offer a chocolate-and-wine pairing experience.

Uniworld will do its first women-only cruiseDeparting next August, the Burgundy and Provence cruise will feature truffle hunting, onboard workshops led by local artisans and a bike ride to the Chartreuse.

Vietnamese spring rolls artfully served on the AmaDara.

Getting out of my comfort zone and into Vietnamese cuisineOnboard an AmaWaterways’ Mekong River cruise, eaters can familiarize themselves with the local food culture without leaving the ship.

The indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace on Deck 5 aboard the Viking Mississippi.

Viking Mississippi service has an American touch

An all-American crew may not be the norm in river cruising in general, but it sure seemed like a selling point on this ship.

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The Avalon Alegria docked in Porto Antigo.

The Avalon Alegria docked in Porto Antigo. Photo Credit: Nicole Edenedo

Avalon Alegria brings happiness to Portugal's DouroThe resort vibe is strong on the newest ship to join Avalon Waterways' fleet and its first to sail the Douro River.

The pool onboard the new Viking Aton, which sails on the Nile River.

The pool onboard the new Viking Aton, which sails on the Nile River. Photo Credit: Viking

Shining a light on the spacious new Viking AtonFans of Viking's river ships now have more opportunities to sail Egypt's Nile River, thanks to the addition of the Viking Aton...

The split-level layout of the Panorama Lounge is the Viva Two's most striking feature. To get to the bar, you walk down a short staircase. The staircase continues into the Riverside dining room.

The split-level layout of the Panorama Lounge is the Viva Two's most striking feature. To get to the bar, you walk down a short staircase. The staircase continues into the Riverside dining room. Photo Credit: Nicole Edenedo

First Call: Viva Two's inviting design is a conversation starterThe ship is already distinguishing itself in the market, but its forward-thinking design also stands to help the line attract...

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The pull of the pyramids

The pull of the pyramids|Sep 29, 2024

A camel overlooks the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt, part of a Viking Aton excursion to the last remaining structure of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

The pull of the pyramids

The pull of the pyramids

Sailing on the Viking Mississippi

Sailing on the Viking Mississippi

A cruise along India's Lower Ganges

A cruise along India's Lower Ganges

What to expect on Variety Cruises' West African river sailings

What to expect on Variety Cruises' West African river sailings

A taste of Provence

A taste of Provence

Highlights from CruiseWorld 2023: Connections and conversations

Highlights from CruiseWorld 2023: Connections and conversations

Christmas markets return to Europe

Christmas markets return to Europe

Highlights from CruiseWorld 2022

Highlights from CruiseWorld 2022

AmaWaterways' AmaLucia is christened

AmaWaterways' AmaLucia is christened

Low water levels slow river cruising

Low water levels slow river cruising