Few travel experiences capture the magic of the season like a European Christmas Market river cruise. Picture twinkling lights reflected on the water, centuries-old town squares filled with wooden stalls, and the scent of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts in the air. As a travel advisor with a passion for river cruising, I often get asked: “How do I choose the right itinerary?”

If you’ve ever dreamed of wandering through cobblestoned streets, sipping local wines, hiking to ancient castles, and cruising past fairytale villages, Avalon Waterways' Danube Dreams itinerary is everything the name promises—and more.

Christmas in July Series: Amadeus Rhine Cruise with Amsterdam. Dreaming of Christmas in July? Or just looking for your next vacation? In this series we will be taking a look at some festive vacations with accompanying itineraries to give you some Christmas vacation inspo!

Why Amadeus River Cruises are a Smart and Stylish Choice for your next European river cruise. This hidden gem offers elegant ships, spacious accommodations and a more personalized approach exploring Europe's waterways.

Avalon Waterways-an outstanding river cruise choice When it comes to river cruising, finding the perfect blend of comfort, adventure, and thoughtful service is key—and Avalon Waterways delivers all that and more.

Why AmaWaterways Is a Top Choice for River Cruising

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Avalon Waterways river cruise aboard the Avalon Passion offers excellent service and amenities.

10 things to know before your river cruise

Embarking on a river cruise in the summer? Here is a handy packing list just for you from your river cruise expert, Trips by Mary.

🌷 Clothing: Lightweight waterproof jacket or trench coat Layered outfits (long-sleeve tops, sweaters, light fleece) Comfortable walking...

Discover Europe’s Treasures: The Best Reasons to Cruise the Rhine, Danube, and Moselle Rivers

Did you read my series about my recent "Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps, Taste of Christmas Markets" cruise aboard AmaWaterways? I had a...

Our river cruise concludes in Basel, Switzerland where three countries converge.

A charming tour of Strasbourg, in the Alsace region of France.

As I woke up in Heidelberg this morning, the weather seemed to reflect the season—cold and brimming with the promise of winter rain or...

Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps river cruise continues through the magical storybook vistas of the Rhine Gorge.

Magical holiday river cruise continues with festive fun onboard the AmaMora ship.

Embark on a magical river cruise with me aboard AmaWaterways!

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