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1 Week Rhine River Cruise on TUI Aria

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👁️ 6K views📅 3 days ago⏱️ 51:41
What This Creator Said
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Northern_europe · Summer · 7 nightsFrom BaselVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

This is part two of three of my one-week cruise of the Rhine with TUI.

I think Le Petit Train would be a great way to tour Strasbourg on your first visit.

I think there's a good range of drinks on board considering it's a small boat.

This could be the best £39 you've ever spent.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Try to get to breakfast around 8:45-9:00 a.m. for a calmer experience.
Consider upgrading to the all-inclusive drinks package for better value.
Book excursions in advance or once on board for good value.
Bring small change for public toilets in some towns.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Mobility and walking distancesBe aware there could be a lot of walking; consider trams or excursions if less mobile.
Heat and weatherStay hydrated and plan for hot temperatures; some days reached 33°C.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the facilities and meals like on TUI Aria?
QHow do you travel from Kehl into Strasbourg?
QWhat is there to do in Mannheim independently?
QIs there enough to keep you occupied on a river cruise?
QWhat are the drinks prices and is the all-inclusive package worth it?

Topics Covered

Itinerary Route3 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Basel2½ Happy Bacon
Koblenz3½ Happy Bacon
Mannheim3 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

In the previous episode I flew out to Basel to join TUI’s newest ship in the fleet, Aria, and we started this 1 week river Rhine cruise! Today, I’ll show you more of Aria’s facilities, all meals reviewed, including the new Reflections Italian restaurant, and more of a focus on the entertainment and day time classes and activities. I’ll also tour Strasbourg, showing you how to arrive into the centre by tram, with a recommendation for lunch, a day exploring Mannheim independently, and an amazing excursion in stunning Rüdesheim followed by incredible daytime cruising. All this and much more! I booked this cruise trough TA Jenny Cookman - her details and interesting river cruise blogs can be found here https://www.rivercruising.blog Don’t forget to like this video, subscribe and turn on notifications for bi-weekly cruise and travel vlogs plus my Monday night lives! Let’s follow each other on Facebook (jamiewrobins), X, Threads and Instagram @travelblogjamie. You can become an exclusive member / Patron at Patreon.com/travelblogjamie, have personalised videos made for you at Cameo.com/travelblogjamie and find my webpage at beacons.ai/travelblogjamie. #travelblogjamie #cruise #tui #tuiaria #rivercruise #cruiseship