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River Cruising Guide – An Introduction to River Cruising The popularity of river cruising has soared over recent years, as holidaymakers recognise the benefits of this slower pace of travel. If you’ve never considered a river cruise before, then what are you waiting for? We’ve put together just six of…

There’s was once a rumour that when sailing between the UK and India, certain passengers would request ‘port out, starboard home’, or POSH – a way to protect themselves from the heat of the sun and take advantage of the cool breeze. This has, of course, been debunked numerous times…

Where the Whales & Dolphins are by Terry Ward With villages that look similar to mainland Portugal’s but landscapes that might remind you of a mash-up between Hawaii and New Zealand, the Azores are like no place on Earth. Located about 900 miles off the coast of Lisbon, the nine-island…

Knowing what to pack for a world cruise is one of those things that is half-exciting, half-distressing. You’re full of excitement as your holiday finally comes around, but wait, what do you pack? How do you fit a whole wardrobe of outfits into your luggage allowance? What about the shoes?…

We were lucky enough to spend a week in Portugal exploring one of the oldest wine countries in the world onboard AmaDouro, the namesake AmaWaterways ship bringing a touch of gold to the Douro River. Here’s why it should be on your holiday wish list.  There are certain things that…

We’re craving something exotic this week and sweet layers of honey-soaked pastry hit the spot. This Greek classic has been made since ancient times and is popular around the Mediterranean. To say we’d quite like to be eating this pistachio version somewhere in Santorini is an understatement. Thankfully, Viking are…

Six-Star Gourmet Getaways Cruising is as much about the food as it is the ship or even your destination. After all, having all your meals expertly designed, prepared and served by some of the most talented chefs in the world is all part of the adventure. Luxury cruise lines are…

As cruise lines compete to offer the best experiences at sea, it’s not surprising that the crown for coolest cruise ship restaurants is hotly contested! Whether you’re a fan of Asian flavours, or like your food served up with a bit of added theatre, here are just five of the…

‘Reviewed by Senior Marketing Executive Sam’ I’m an 80’s baby, and have just had my first experience on a river cruise with Riviera Travel. I’d love to share my day-by-day experience with you first hand – I hope you enjoy it. Arrival in Amsterdam, with an overnight stay in port…

Discovering Gaudi by Janice Davidson Think of drawing a house when you were a child. A square building, pitched roof, square windows, rectangular door. It’s simple. It’s obvious. And, it’s easy to draw. Now imagine 10-year-old Antoni Gaudí idly sketching the same thing amid the sounds and smells of a…