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River cruises

The Elbe and its sandstone massif.

Beyond the Rhine and the Danube: Alternative European rivers to cruise

Think you’ve done river cruising in Europe? It’s time to look beyond mainstream rivers at the marvellous range of alternative cruise destinations.

  • Brian Johnston
Oceania Vista ship.

Luxury cruising

Luxury cruising has been undergoing a quiet revolution, with fabulous on-board dining, top-notch service and incredible itineraries.

Portugal’s Mateus Palace.

The story behind the beautiful castle on a world-famous wine label

In the 1970s, Mateus Rosé was the epitome of cool; its curvy shape as much a style icon as the flares and shag-pile carpet of the era.

  • Kerry van der Jagt
In New York, legislation against diesel-powered cruise ships is under consideration following complaints from locals about the pollution from the 200 cruise ships that dock in the harbour annually.

More cities crack down on cruise ships, but don’t believe the ‘bans’

The media often erroneously reports cruise ship “bans” which are anything but.

  • Brian Johnston
On the river in the cappuccino-coloured MS Estrela.

The Australian ship cruising one of Europe’s most spectacular waterways

The MS Estrela is a new ship for a new era of cruising, purpose-built to navigate the Douro River.

  • Kerry van der Jagt
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Cruising the Nile with Viking is a bucket-list moment.

Twelve things that will surprise you about a Nile cruise

Reckon the Middle East is a no-go zone for tourists right now? Think again. The sights along Egypt’s lifeblood will amaze even the most seasoned traveller.

  • Steve McKenna
On board Virgin Voyages. The average age of cruisers is dropping rapidly.

Passengers are getting younger: How cruising is changing in 2025

The average age of cruise passengers is dropping as ships embrace digital technology and more exotic destinations.

  • Brian Johnston
Nile a new favourite for cruisers … The Pyramids at sunset with Avalon Waterways.

River cruising’s new frontier is (excitingly) nowhere near Europe

Done with the Danube and the Rhine? It might be time to look beyond the Continent’s predictable horizons for your 2025 sailing.

  • Brian Johnston
This festive Viking cruise takes in five of Europe’s most atmospheric Christmas markets in one eight-day itinerary.

Four countries, five Christmas markets, one magical week in Europe

Eight days, five festive markets – and home well before December 25 to place gifts under the tree? Yes, it can be done.

  • Chrissie McClatchie
The adults-only Solarium on board Royal Caribbean’s Quantum of the Seas.

Adults-only areas on cruise ships are getting bigger and better

If you’re looking for family-friendly holiday options while secretly craving adult me-time, then big cruise ships have the solution for you.

  • Brian Johnston

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