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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

This week, I'd like to highlight 10 of our best-selling river cruises in Europe, listed below in no particular order.

On these vacations, you'll glide along Europe's scenic and historic waterways on a comfortable ship, enjoying river-view staterooms, superb dining and personalized service. Daily excursions ashore and onboard entertainment and enrichment activities are generally included in the upfront rate.

To see departure dates and rates on these popular trips, click the links below.

Danube Delights, 8 days with Emerald Cruises -- Take in stunning views of the Danube banks from Gellert Hill, have afternoon coffee and cake with a Slovakian family in Bratislava, cruise through the scenic Wachau Valley and hike to the medieval ruins of Durnstein Castle.

Rhine Getaway, 8 days with Viking -- On a route between Amsterdam and Basel, you'll visit 700-year-old Marksburg Castle, the Alsatian city of Strasbourg and the historic town of Speyer with its imposing cathedral.

Brilliant Bordeaux, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises -- Sail along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers and Gironde estuary in southwest France and learn about the rich heritage of towns like Saint-Emilion and Blaye. Enjoy wine tastings, visit grand chateaux and sample local delicacies.

Enchanting Rhine, 8 days with AmaWaterways -- Enjoy your choice of excursions in each port of call, from a German beer tasting in Dusseldorf to sample the local brews to a Black Forest hike and a stroll through Strasbourg's Petite France district.

Gems of the Danube, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Guests can choose from a variety of included excursions on this itinerary. In Vienna, tour opulent Schonbrunn Palace or enjoy a cycling excursion to Danube Island. In Melk, visit the 900-year-old Benedictine Abbey or sample wines and regional delicacies.

Romantic Rhine, 8 days with Avalon Waterways -- Classic highlights of this itinerary include the picturesque Rhine Gorge, Heidelberg Castle and Strasbourg's pedestrian-friendly old quarter. You'll also visit whimsical spots like a museum devoted to mechanical musical instruments.

The Douro, Porto & Salamanca, 8 days with Riviera River Cruises -- In the Portugal region famed for its fortified wines, guests participate in tastings at quintas (traditional wine estates). You'll also travel to the Spanish university town of Salamanca.

Grand European Tour, 15 days with Viking -- See the sights along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers on a panoramic sailing between Amsterdam and Budapest. Guided tours reveal the history and culture of Vienna, Regensburg, Cologne and more.

Jewels of the Rhine, 8 days with Emerald Cruises -- Highlights on this itinerary include a canal cruise in Amsterdam, a guided bike tour of Breisach and a private evening concert on the Rhine.

Paris & Normandy, 8 days with AmaWaterways -- Cruise the Seine River round trip from Paris. Featured attractions include Chateau Gaillard in Les Andelys and Claude Monet's home and gardens in Giverny. In Normandy, you can tour World War II landmarks or visit historic abbeys in the region.

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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.

Popular Places to See on a River Cruise -- See highlights of sailings on the Danube, Mississippi, Mekong and other rivers.

Limited-Time Deals -- Take advantage of these offers for Vacations To Go customers.

Unique Ship Design Features -- Read about special ship amenities like onboard herb gardens and innovative designs for private balconies.

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

U.S. River Cruises, Victory Cruise Lines & More -- Get a few ideas that may help you plan your next vacation.

Brand-New 2025 Itineraries -- Check out sailings debuting next year on the Rhine, Danube and other waterways.

France River Cruises -- Read about top sights along the Seine, Rhone, Saone and other rivers.

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

Rhine River Cruise Attractions -- Impressive castles, charming towns and lush vineyards are highlights of this popular route.

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

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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) Best of the Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins and ends in Budapest. Save up to 50%. Starting at $1,590. Departures from February 23, 2025 through September 30, 2026.

2) Rhine River Cruise, 9 days with Gate 1 Travel. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save $800 per couple. Starting at $1,699. Departures from April 29, 2025 through October 28, 2025.

3) Danube Dreams, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Budapest and Vilshofen. Save with deeply discounted cruise fares. Starting at $1,980. Departures from November 4, 2024 through November 17, 2026.

4) Sensations of Lyon & Provence, 8 days with Emerald Cruises. Travels between Lyon and Nice. Save up to 73%. Starting at $2,120. Departures from April 12, 2025 through October 25, 2025.

5) The Seine, Paris & Normandy, 8 days with Riviera River Cruises. Begins and ends in Paris. Save up to $650 per couple. Starting at $2,399. Departures from April 2, 2025 through October 23, 2025.

6) Chateaux, Rivers & Wine, 8 days with Viking. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Save with reduced cruise rates and special air offers. Starting at $2,599. Departures from March 23, 2025 through November 15, 2026.

7) Venice & the Jewels of Veneto, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Begins and ends in Venice. Save up to 20%. Starting at $3,136. Departures from April 6, 2025 through November 1, 2026.

8) Delightful Douro, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Begins and ends in Porto. Save up to 69%. Starting at $3,145. Departures from November 17, 2024 through November 8, 2026.

9) Lower Mississippi River Cruise, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Memphis and New Orleans. Save up to $1,900 per couple. Starting at $4,325. Departures from February 21, 2025 through April 18, 2025.

10) Rhine Connoisseur, 11 days with Tauck. Travels between Brussels and Montreux. Starting at $6,790. Departures from October 27, 2024 through October 5, 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