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Live Cruise Q&A Back From River Cruise: Sunday 27 July 2025 (5pm UK/ Noon ET / 9am PT)

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Northern_europe · SummerFrom AmsterdamVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I think this is this is my 12th river cruise. So I've had a fairly good sense of what to expect.

Probably the biggest surprise um uh which I sort of knew before I went in was that river cruising certainly an Avalon have shifted a little bit more to a little bit more flexibility.

I would happily go on both. What I might actually do is although I do need to try talc I but maybe next year I will go back on a go to the Danube.

I have not got tired of them and I've actually been sitting this weekend because my 26 is full and I actually want to plan 27.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Do go out on every single possible excursion that you can on an Antarctica trip.
Be ready and willing to also get out on deck quick and fast if they spot whales or whatever.
Track cruise fares using a fare tracking service to potentially save money or get upgrades.
For solo travelers on river cruises, look for lines that offer solo deals, especially on shoulder season sailings.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Solo travelers may feel isolated on river cruises as most passengers are couples or groups.Be outgoing and chat with people on excursions; look for lines with solo deals or solo cabins.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the dos and don'ts for an Antarctica trip with Viking?
QHow does Avalon compare to Amma waterways?
QWhich river cruise lines do you recommend for solo travelers and do any offer reduced supplements?
QCan the ship force you to take a bus for all or part of your excursions on a river cruise?
QWhat is the biggest difference between ocean and river cruising?

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Port Highlights

Amsterdam2½ Happy Bacon
Cologne2½ Happy Bacon
Rouen2½ Happy Bacon
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