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Riverside, Rivera and Viking River Cruises | LUXURY COMPARISON

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Riverside is a company that's based in Germany really it has a lot of German clientele they have three ships it's a small Fleet it's a new company they are uh Ultra Luxury is they positioning in the market

Riviera is the most popular River Cruise Line in the UK really so it is more focused um on the UK traveler they have made a concerted effort recently to expand and into the North American market

Viking is North American right river side is more uh Germans and then Riviera is more UK so right off the top you're going to have that demographic

Riverside is you know grilling giant prawns on the top deck and doing you know seared tuna and steaks at the buffet at lunch and so it's definitely that luxury product

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QHow do Riverside, Riviera, and Viking River Cruises compare?
QWhat type of guest is each cruise line best suited for?

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In this exciting episode of RTE-Travel Talk, our host Ken sits down with Lauren Matthews to dive deep into the world of river cruising, focusing on the two R's: Riverside and Rivera, and how they stack up against the renowned Viking River Cruises. They begin with an in-depth overview of the three river cruise lines, discussing their unique features and offerings. The conversation then moves to the typical demographics of passengers you might find on each line, providing insights into who you might meet on your river adventure. Lauren shares her experiences with the diverse and delectable cuisines offered on Riverside, Rivera, and Viking River Cruises, highlighting what food enthusiasts can expect. The segment also includes a fun "cruise matchmaking" discussion, helping viewers identify which cruise line might be their perfect fit. Inclusivity and the level of personalized service on each line are also examined, giving potential cruisers a comprehensive understanding of what to anticipate. Finally, Lauren imparts her invaluable advice for anyone considering a river cruise, ensuring that viewers are well-prepared for their next voyage. Don't miss this informative and engaging discussion! # traveltips #CruiseAdvice #VikingRiverCruises #rivercruise #askarealtravelexpert Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/โ€‹ https://www.facebook.com/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ Contact Cruise & Travel Specialists: lauren@cruzholidays.com Cruise & Travel Specialist website:โ€‹ https://cruztrav.com/ Image & Video Credits: Courtesy of Viking River Cruises, Riverside and Riviera River Cruises RTE Travel Talk does not endorse any of their guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect those of the host and RTE Travel Talk. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 00:18 Special Guest Lauren Matthews 01:13 In depth overview of the 3 river cruise lines 05:28 Who would you find on each line? 08:18 Cuisine to expect on each line 09:08 Cruise "match-making" 10:16 Inclusivity on each line 12:25 Lauren's Advice 13:35 Contacting Lauren 14:07 Lauren's future travels