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River Cruise Lines Don't Like Talking About These Issues

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👁️ 516K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 13:04
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Creator's Key Takeaways

water levels are river arch enemy poor winter snows and low summer rains can make it impossible for the boats to travel their full itinerary

the ships all look the same and how similar and limited the facilities were inside

european river cruising is much more costly than ocean cruising

river cruising is not ideal in my view anyway for people with accessibility issues

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Plan and book far ahead for European river cruising
✓Be aware of water level issues and be flexible when booking
✓Check what is included in all-inclusive fares when comparing lines
✓Take earplugs as river cruise ships can be noisier
✓Check carefully with the cruise line if you have mobility issues

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Ships looking the same with limited facilities — Understand that ships are similar due to design constraints, focus on decor and unique facilities
Limited dining options and set dining times — Be prepared for mostly main dining room meals at set times, with few casual options
Structured itinerary similar to escorted tours — Expect a more structured vacation with set times for activities, unlike ocean cruising flexibility

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are under discussed issues with European river cruising?
QHow do water levels affect river cruise itineraries?
QWhat are the similarities and differences between river cruise ships?
QHow expensive is European river cruising compared to ocean cruising?
QWhat is the experience like compared to ocean cruising?

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