Destination spotlight: Douro River Cruise – where I tried my hand at tile making

Everywhere in Portugal you’ll see azulejos. These distinctive blue and white tiles were first made...

Frequently Asked Questions

Some river cruise questions answered… What is a river ship like? The experience is like...

River Cruising – the perfect holiday if you’re thinking of travelling alone.

My solo river cruise experience… Several fellow passengers commented that I was very brave to...

What’s better, a relaxing holiday or a cultural holiday? Both!

There are two very different camps when it comes to holidays. Some people want to...

My No-Fly River Cruise Experience on the Seine

I often get asked: ‘is there a no-fly river cruise option?’. The answer is yes,...

My Lower Danube River Cruise March 2022

I joined my ship and home for the next five days In Budapest and we...

10 reasons to try a river cruise

1. A room with an ever-changing view One of the reasons so many people love...

4 Things You Should Know Before You Book a River Cruise

1. A room with a view but this could include a surprise… One of the...