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Fluffy golden Dutch poffertjes scattered with plump blueberries and fresh mint leaves are served as a sweet treat on a ceramic plate.
  • Destinations
  • Europe

The Best Dutch Food to Try in the Netherlands

Discover traditional Dutch food to try in the Netherlands, from stroopwafels and bitterballen to stamppot, herring, and more.
  • River Cruise 101
  • Planning / Booking a River Cruise

Money in Europe Made Simple for River Cruisers

Learn which currencies you may need in Europe, when to use cash or cards, and smart exchange tips for a European river cruise.
A metal viewing telescope frames a sweeping panoramic vista of the grand Hungarian Parliament Building across the Danube River in Budapest.
  • River Destinations
  • Danube

When To Visit Budapest for Every Travel Style

Discover the best time to visit Budapest by season, with tips on weather, crowds, festivals, and planning a Danube cruise stay.
Medieval towers of Golubac Fortress overlook lush hills along the Danube.
  • River Destinations
  • Danube

A Guide to Visiting Golubac Fortress

Golubac Fortress is a medieval stronghold on the Danube in eastern Serbia. Here's what cruise travelers need to know before their Lower Danube cruise.
Aerial view of Petrovaradin Fortress overlooking the Danube in Novi Sad.
  • River Destinations
  • Danube

Petrovaradin Fortress: What To Know Before You Go

Plan a visit to Petrovaradin Fortress in Novi Sad with history, highlights, accessibility notes, and practical tips for Danube cruise stop.
Half-timbered buildings and quiet cobblestone squares highlight the historic charm of exploring Mainz along the Rhine.
  • River Destinations
  • Rhine

The 7 Best Things To Do in Mainz on a River Cruise

Discover the best things to do in Mainz, from cathedral sights and the Gutenberg Museum to Rhine strolls, local wine, and easy cruise-stop planning.
Towering red sandstone Belogradchik Rocks rise above lush green Bulgarian hills.
  • Uncategorized

Vidin, Bulgaria: What To See in a Day on the Danube

Discover the best things to do in Vidin, Bulgaria, from Baba Vida Fortress to Danube views and nearby excursions on a river cruise port day.
A vibrant expanse of blooming tulips set against historic wooden windmills captures the quintessential springtime landscape of the Dutch countryside during river cruise season.
  • Cruise 101
  • What To Expect On A Cruise

River Cruises for Solo Travelers: How To Choose the Right European Itinerary

Learn how solo river cruises work, what they cost, and how to choose the right Europe itinerary for your travel style.
Bacharach in the Middle Rhine region, Germany
  • River Destinations
  • Rhine

Sailing the Rhine Gorge on a Rhine River Cruise

Find out what makes a Rhine Gorge river cruise unforgettable, from castles and vineyards to key stops, best viewing tips, and advice for first-time cruisers.