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Kristin Karst on Her First River Cruise Experience

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👁️ 174 views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 5:30
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Creator's Key Takeaways

i was probably 30 something years old right that is young very young and i fell in love already then with it

it is a segment that i recommend to almost everybody i talk to now

Creator's Tips & Advice

Use river cruising to see Europe without the logistics of trains or flights
Enjoy the comfort of reading a book on the sundeck while cruising

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

River cruising is perceived as only for older peopleMake changes like adding bicycles, free internet, and complimentary wine to attract younger travelers

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat was Kristin Karst's first river cruise experience?
QHow did river cruising change over time to appeal to younger people?

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YouTube Video Description

Kristin Karst, the co-founder of AmaWaterways, is one of the driving figures in the growth of the river cruise industry and its continued blossoming to this day. But what was her first impression upon getting onboard a river sailing for the first time? As part of Check-In Episode 10, Kristin speaks about that experience and what she remembers about it. The full episode with Kristin is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XljfmvX3A5A&t=1449s **Subscribe and like for more #Travel and #TravelAdvsor content**