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Claire’s first River Cruise with Riviera Travel – Danube Christmas Markets. Read about her trip and top tips

Budapest • Bratislava • ViennaI have just been on a Danube river cruise with Riviera River Cruises, beautiful Christmas markets, mouth watering dining, and superb service combined for an unforgettable trip. Budapest, HungaryMy festive journey began in the gorgeous Hungarian capital. Here I wandered round the city’s Christmas markets, and sampled some of the local […]

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Festive fun in Hamburg- Claire’s experience onboard Fred Olsen’s Balmoral

Claire has just returned from the most fabulous sailing with Fred Olsen Cruise Lines, and she couldn’t wait to share it with you all! “We spent time exploring the Hamburg Christmas Markets — From twinkling lights and handcrafted decorations to the smell of gingerbread and mulled wine drifting through the air… it was the perfect

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Cruising the Rhine with Riviera: A Week of Scenery, Schnapps & Surprises

I’ve just returned from a Riviera river cruise – this time sailing the legendary Rhine from Basel to Cologne – and it’s safe to say, I’m already thinking about the next one. We sailed aboard one of Riviera’s sleek river ships, staying in a Ruby Deck cabin. Comfortable doesn’t quite cover it, we had floor-to-ceiling

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