Cruise the Mekong river on a small boat cruise, or trek & bike through the mountains as you admire terraced rice paddies and traditional villages that typify Vietnam.
Which type of cruise is better? That depends. Read on for the major distinctions, including passenger count, excursions, and food.
A guide to what you need and what you don't need for smooth sailing.
You've got a lot of options; we'll help you figure it out.
Take our test to determine whether you should book a cruise on an oceangoing ship or a river-bound vessel.
If you dream of adventure, the kind that comes with tropical rainforests, exotic animals and indigenous cultures, consider a river cruise on the Peruvian Amazon.
What is ‘luxury’ when it comes to river cruising — and how do you explain that to clients?
Cruise travelers spend a lot of time planning what to do and what not to when they travel. Those efforts are tempered with personal variables that change from traveler to traveler. The other day I thought of the most important elements of the river cruising experience that set Viking apart from others. Through that process came five things to know about Viking River Cruises. The Massive Viking Fleet Offers Distinct Advantages A common but rather severe alteration to our itinerary happened on a…
For many river cruises, the biggest differentiating factor is usually the river itself. Cabin availability and a price tag that suits are important too.
"Sailing through the heart of cities and landscapes with Viking you'll see things differently...it's a feeling that only a river can give you," goes the commercial, pronounced in plummy tones by a...
European river cruises continue their seemingly unstoppable rise in popularity. How can you enjoy one and still maintaining your level of fitness?
Have you been thinking about taking a world cruise but just aren’t sure if it’s for you?
What to pack? This is easily one of the most-discussed topics for cruisers – newbies and veterans alike. One of the best things about cruising is that a lot of your standard conveniences and necessities will already be available for you onboard your ship. So there are dozens of items you won't need to pack for your cruise. In addition, there are numerous you shouldn't pack, either, because they are simply not allowed to be brought aboard by passengers. Here is our list…
You’re cheating yourself of the best version of your cruise vacation if you’re making any of these poor decisions.
When I recently asked for blog topics, someone asked for a granular breakdown of how I spend time on cruises. This is actually something I get asked about once
With a bit of planning, you can take a cruise that fits your needs.
Make the most of your time at sea with this advice
After all these stay-at-home orders and travel restrictions, you’re itching to get out on the vast, open ocean. You’re ready to see multiple countries — but only want to unpack…