Five Must-See French River Ports

Paris is perennially popular with river cruise passengers, but France has other enchanting waterside cities too. Francophile cruise fan Gillian Thornton shares her favourites….
Flying high on a CroisiEurope Belgian barge

Discover Belgium the slow way – with gourmet dining, beautiful scenery and surprising adventures…
Venice and the Jewels of Veneto: History, Hospitality and Hidden Gems

Ian Cooper experiences Uniworld’s ‘Venice and the Jewels of Veneto’ river cruise….
Island Hopping Along Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast: A Cruise Through the Adriatic’s Hidden Gems

Anna Selby cruises Croatia’s stunning Dalmatian Coast on a boutique yacht through the Adriatic….
A Boutique Seine Cruise Inspired by France’s Greatest Artists

From Monet’s water lilies to Van Gogh’s wheat fields, this Seine voyage turns famous paintings into real-life experiences…
VIVA Cruises – river cruising redefined!

Discover a modern, all-inclusive river cruise experience offering premium comfort, flexible dining, wellness facilities, and sustainable travel across Europe….
Sailing through colour and culture: an extraordinary journey exploring India on the Ganges and Hooghly rivers

Sail the Ganges and Hooghly Rivers on Katha Pandaw to discover West Bengal’s villages, temples, and timeless traditions on an unforgettable India river cruise….
Celebrating in style: a cruise through Burgundy and the Rhone Valley

Gillian Thornton and her husband celebrate a special occasion with a slow boat through southern France…
History and Art of the Rhône River cruise

Journey through France’s artistic and historical heart on Riviera’s Rhône River cruise, exploring Roman marvels, medieval treasures, and contemporary art while enjoying fine cuisine and scenic beauty….
Port, Palaces, and Peace: Discovering the Douro on the New Riviera Rose

Ian Cooper experiences a seven-night ‘Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca’ river cruise…
A Taste of Luxury Aboard the SS Victoria

Although our stay on the SS Victoria lasted just 24 hours, it was a truly unforgettable experience…
Slow travel on a VIVA River Cruise

It happened between Frankfurt and Strasbourg on the River Rhine when I came face to face with an orange beak. …