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Colors of Provence River Cruise: Everything You Need to Know
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Colors of Provence River Cruise: Everything You Need to Know

Provence has a way of making you fall in love at first sight. From rolling vineyards and lavender fields to charming medieval…
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Christmas Market Cruises in Europe: Everything You Need to Know
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Christmas Market Cruises in Europe: Everything You Need to Know

Imagine sipping mulled wine under twinkling lights, strolling through cobblestone streets lined with charming wooden stalls, and hearing carols drift through centuries-old…
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European River Cruise Packing List: What to Bring for a Stress-Free Journey
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European River Cruise Packing List: What to Bring for a Stress-Free Journey

Sunset from the French Balcony Cabin If you’ve booked (or are dreaming about) a European river cruise, congratulations—you’re in for a relaxing,…
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An Enchanting Rhine River Cruise
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An Enchanting Rhine River Cruise

If you're looking for a journey through Europe's heartland, a Rhine River Cruise is perfect for a first time river cruise, or…
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A Grand Tour of Europe: From Milan to Paris with a Rhine River Cruise
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A Grand Tour of Europe: From Milan to Paris with a Rhine River Cruise

Embark on a seamless two-week adventure through some of Europe’s most captivating destinations, blending art, history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. This journey…
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Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam: A Convenient and Charming Stay Near Amsterdam Centraal
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Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam: A Convenient and Charming Stay Near Amsterdam Centraal

During a recent river cruise, I had the pleasure of staying at the Kimpton De Witt in Amsterdam for a quick one-night…
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Travel Diaries: Amsterdam
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Travel Diaries: Amsterdam

Day 11: A rainy day in Amsterdam It’s nice that Viking doesn’t rush you off the boat, and you can choose your…
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Travel Diaries: Kinderdjik, Netherlands
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Travel Diaries: Kinderdjik, Netherlands

Day 10 - Kinderdijk, The Netherlands The morning was spent sailing through the rainy Netherlands to Kinderdijk, where we had an afternoon…
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Travel Diaries: Cologne, Germany
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Travel Diaries: Cologne, Germany

Day 9: Cologne, Germany It was lovely to be docked the whole day and late into the night in Cologne, so we…
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Travel Diaries: Cruising the Scenic Middle Rhine
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Travel Diaries: Cruising the Scenic Middle Rhine

Day 8: Mom’s birthday! The first part of this day was a gorgeous, narrated cruise through the middle Rhine, lined with so…
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