River Cruise Newsletter

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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

This week, I'll tell you about some of the themed river cruises that we offer at RiverCruise.com. Click any link to view limited-time offers and search for available trips.

Christmas market cruises take in the famous outdoor holiday bazaars of Europe. You can stroll among decorated stalls that sell handcrafted ornaments, toys and woodcarvings and enjoy treats such as gingerbread, grilled sausages and mulled wine. You also can ring in the New Year on select sailings.

Food and drink cruises explore a region's culinary traditions, and passengers are invited to participate in tastings, food pairings and cooking demonstrations. Wine cruises in Europe focus on vineyards along the Danube, Rhine, Douro, Seine, Saone and Rhone rivers and in France's Bordeaux region. Avalon Waterways also has beer-tasting cruises.

Tulip-time cruises are offered from March to early May, when the flower fields of the Netherlands peak in color. A highlight of these itineraries on Dutch and Belgian waterways is a visit to Keukenhof Gardens, an 80-acre park planted with more than 7 million bulbs.

Riviera Travel offers a selection of river cruises dedicated to solo travelers, with no single supplement. This is a great option for guests who are traveling alone or who want their own stateroom while traveling with friends.

Music cruises celebrate a variety of genres. In Europe, look into the lives of composers like Mozart, Beethoven and Strauss and the Old World cities that inspired them. Some Mississippi River cruises are centered on the regional roots of jazz, blues and country music.

Family-friendly cruises are geared toward those who'd like to travel with their children or grandchildren. These departures feature onboard amenities and shore excursions specifically tailored to young guests.

European history cruises primarily visit World War II battlefields and landmarks.

Avalon's Active & Discovery cruises in Europe provide specially designed shore outings. These can include energetic activities, like biking or kayaking, as well as interactive discoveries such as composing your own waltz, participating in a cocktail workshop or meeting an apple farmer and exploring the family's orchards.

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In case you missed any of our recent river cruise newsletters, I've provided links below for the last 10 topics we've covered. Click any link to read more.

Highlights of the Danube -- Learn about the best places to visit on the Danube River.

River Cruise Deals Expiring Soon -- Take advantage of fantastic offers for Vacations To Go customers.

Emerald Cruises -- Get exceptional value with the company's river sailings.

Riviera Travel -- Read about new ships and itineraries from this line.

Avalon Waterways -- Take advantage of flexible excursion options to customize your experience.

Grand Castles in Germany, Victory Cruise Lines & More -- Get a few ideas that may help you plan your next vacation.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises -- This brand is known for its upscale ships and thoughtful itineraries.

AmaWaterways -- Receive special access to deals from one of the industry's most experienced river cruise operators.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Browse this company's all-inclusive offerings.

10 Best-Selling River Itineraries -- See some of our most popular river cruises in Europe and the U.S.

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Here are this week's Top 10 River Cruises. All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.

1) Danube Waltz, 8 days with Viking. Travels between Budapest and Passau. Save with reduced cruise fares and special air offers. Plus, get $500 in free onboard credit. Starting at $1,999. Departures from May 18, 2025 through November 23, 2027.

2) Jewels of the Rhine, 8 days with Emerald Cruises. Travels between Amsterdam and Zurich. Save up to 75%. Starting at $1,805. Departures from May 17, 2025 through November 12, 2026.

3) From Portugal to Spain: Porto, the Douro Valley & Salamanca, 8 days with CroisiEurope. Begins and ends in Porto. Save 25%. Starting at $1,976. Departures from June 13, 2025 through August 21, 2025.

4) Burgundy, the River Rhone & Provence, 8 days with Riviera Travel. Travels between Avignon and Lyon. Save up to 59%. Starting at $2,099. Departures from May 29, 2025 through October 23, 2026.

5) Venice & the Jewels of Veneto, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Begins and ends in Venice. Save up to 41%. Starting at $1,847. Departures from May 18, 2025 through November 1, 2026.

6) Romantic Rhine, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,160. Departures from May 17, 2025 through November 17, 2026.

7) Paris & Normandy, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins and ends in Paris. Save up to 48%. Starting at $2,540. Departures from July 3, 2025 through November 7, 2026.

8) Bordeaux Affair, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Save up to 74%. Starting at $2,670. Departures from June 29, 2025 through October 22, 2026.

9) Medieval Germany: Bavaria & the Romantic Road, 8 days with Riviera Travel. Travels between Mainz and Nuremberg. Save up to 51%. Starting at $3,199. Departures from May 27, 2025 through September 23, 2026.

10) Upper Mississippi, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between St. Louis and St. Paul. Save up to 17%. Starting at $4,685. Departures from July 18, 2025 through September 26, 2025.

Customers in the US and Canada can call us toll-free at 800-510-4002. For a list of our other toll-free numbers worldwide, click here.

Please e-mail me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@rivercruise.com and I will respond the same day.

Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go