The ULTIMATE European CHRISTMAS MARKET Cruise

Editorial Summary

The creators document a six night luxury river cruise through Europe on the Riverside Deucy, traveling from Dusseldorf to Basel. The journey focuses on visiting various Christmas markets in cities including Dusseldorf, Koblenz, Rudersheim, Mannheim, Mainz, Frankfurt, Speyer, and Strasbourg. The creators highlight the differences between Riverside and other cruise lines, specifically noting the larger suite sizes, king sized beds, and the intimate atmosphere of a smaller ship. They provide detailed reviews of the onboard dining experience, which features multi course meals and an all inclusive beverage package. Throughout the trip, the creators engage in activities such as collecting unique Christmas ornaments and participating in a mug collecting contest with friends. The video also offers practical advice for travelers, such as bringing cash for markets, exploring multiple markets within a single city to avoid crowds, and the importance of booking holiday cruises well in advance. While they praise the culinary program and accommodations, they note that some ship excursions were not compelling and that communication regarding docking locations could be improved.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.