{"id":33397,"date":"2015-04-20T11:02:08","date_gmt":"2015-04-20T16:02:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/?p=33397"},"modified":"2018-03-01T12:00:51","modified_gmt":"2018-03-01T18:00:51","slug":"river-cruises-like-youve-never-seen-them-before","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.orbitz.com\/blog\/2015\/04\/river-cruises-like-youve-never-seen-them-before\/","title":{"rendered":"River cruises like you’ve never seen them before"},"content":{"rendered":"

Take me to the river! Those inland cruises you thought were just for your parents and the Rick Steves travel set? Take another look. River cruising<\/a> is reportedly the fastest growing segment in the travel industry, now exploring exotic locales like Egypt, Myanmar, Russia, and Europe. And while the price tag of such a trip may seem daunting, it\u2019s not so bad when you realize what you\u2019re getting for the money. So, before you write off a trip down a river, here are some things to consider:<\/p>\n

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1. Oh don\u2019t worry \u2013 that\u2019s included<\/strong><\/p>\n

There\u2019s no need to be concerned about hidden fees and drink charges adding up. On a river cruise, nearly everything is usually included in the price. You can enjoy excursions, relax with complimentary airport transfers, and have your fill of beer, wine, and specialty coffees without the worry of an extra expense.<\/p>\n

\"Eiffel<\/p>\n

2. Leave the planning to professionals<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since your excursions are already included, that means you don\u2019t have to worry about planning which ones you\u2019re going on. And what\u2019s more, the excursions offered by river cruises are almost always accompanied by a local guide. Another huge benefit? You\u2019re able to step off the ship and into the hearts of major cities, like Paris, as well as discover off-the-beaten-path locations, like Provence, without wasting time trying to find transportation.<\/p>\n

\"River<\/p>\n

3. When in Rome\u2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

Prepare to do as the locals do (no matter what city you\u2019re in), as river cruises offer you cultural immersion through excursions and<\/em> stuff on board. Enjoy local foods, like fresh cheeses, small-batch wines, and ripe fruits, while actually learning a bit about the places you\u2019re going. Most river cruises offer cultural lectures and regional performances too, allowing you to get the most out of your vacation.<\/p>\n

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\"Viking

Viking River Cruises<\/p><\/div>\n

4. Go ahead: Post those Instagram photos<\/strong><\/p>\n

It\u2019d be a shame to wait a week to show off those beautiful pics of your trip. Luckily for river cruisers, posting and surfing (the web) isn\u2019t a hassle. Sailing close to land means guests can enjoy Wi-Fi without stressing about an additional cost.<\/p>\n

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\"Ava

Avalon Waterways<\/p><\/div>\n

5. Bigger is not always better<\/strong><\/p>\n

Most river cruise vessels have a max capacity of only around 200 passengers. That means there\u2019s no fighting for space at dinner time, lines are basically nonexistent, and the staff is super attentive. Another bonus is that after a day of walking around a foreign city, you don\u2019t have trek a quarter mile around the ship to get something to eat.<\/p>\n

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\"Ama

Ama Waterways<\/p><\/div>\n

6. A cruise with a view<\/strong><\/p>\n

Choose to cruise a river and you\u2019ll find that staterooms with generously sized windows almost always come standard. That\u2019s because the ships are generally too narrow to offer inside staterooms, meaning none of the passengers have to worry about claustrophobia.<\/p>\n

Like how that sounds? Check out these river cruise lines, available through Orbitz: Viking River Cruises<\/a>, AmaWaterways<\/a>, Avalon Waterways<\/a>, and Uniworld River Cruises<\/a>.<\/em>\"\"<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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