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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

River cruise companies incorporate unique elements into their ships, like onboard herb gardens, heated pools and innovative designs for private balconies. I've highlighted some of these features below. For more details on the ships, and to see the itineraries they sail along with departure dates and prices, click the applicable links.

Opulent fabrics, rich color schemes and fine art and antiques from auctions and private collections are used for the fleet of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. No two ships are alike. The River Princess displays artwork by Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse, while the S.S. Antoinette has a 10-foot blue Baccarat chandelier that once hung in New York's famed Tavern on the Green. The S.S. Joie de Vivre has a pool with a hydraulic floor that can turn into a dance area or outdoor cinema at night.

The Suite Ships of Avalon Waterways feature 200-square-foot Panorama Suites, which have nearly 11-foot-wide, wall-to-wall windows that slide open to transform your entire stateroom into one large, open-air balcony. Plus, beds face the windows so you'll always see the view.

The Longships of Viking River Cruises have the indoor/outdoor Aquavit Terrace at their bows, with retractable floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Longships sail with energy-efficient, hybrid diesel-electric engines and solar panels, as well as organic herb gardens. Two-room, 445-square-foot Explorer Suites have private wraparound verandas.

Many ships in the AmaWaterways fleet include staterooms with twin balconies: a French balcony with glass doors that open to a railing (but you can't step out), and a full balcony that you can walk out on. The AmaMagna is the line's largest ship to date, measuring at twice the width of traditional European river ships. It features a full-size pickleball court on the sundeck and a water-sports platform stocked with Zodiac boats and other recreational equipment.

American Cruise Lines' riverboats sport modern designs and airy, light-filled spaces, including a four-story glass atrium. All staterooms have private balconies, even the single cabins for solo travelers. Top suites provide separate living and sleeping areas and large verandas that allow for private dining.

Cabins aboard the Space-Ships of Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours can be transformed into weatherproof "sun lounges." If the weather is chilly, just press a button and a glass pane will rise to create an enclosed space. The Scenic Diamond and Scenic Sapphire offer Scenic Culinaire, a space outfitted with cooking stations for classes, and the Salt Lounge in the spa, constructed of handcrafted salt bricks that are said to provide therapeutic benefits.

Emerald Cruises' Star-Ships combine comfort and innovation with sophisticated styling and modern amenities. They have heated swimming pools with retractable roofs (this space converts to a movie theater on some evenings), as well as balcony suites that open to the outdoors with the push of a button. The fleet is equipped with bicycles that guests can use to explore ashore.

Five Monarch ships sail in Europe for Gate 1 Travel and carry 136 to 174 passengers each. They are outfitted with sundecks, cozy bars and lounges, fitness rooms, self-serve coffee and tea stations and other amenities for a comfortable and relaxing trip.

The ships of Riviera River Cruises display an understated elegance, with marble floors, hardwood furniture, polished brass and copper, and leather and Italian fabrics. More than half the fleet was constructed in 2017 or later. The MS Douro Splendour is designed to sail through the locks of the Douro River in Portugal; its upper-deck balcony cabins come with windows that slide down halfway to create a small balcony-like area within your stateroom.

CroisiEurope strives to make its ships as eco-friendly as possible. In its fleet are the 96-passenger MS Loire Princesse, the first cruise ship with cabins to sail France's Loire River, and the modern two-deck MS Elbe Princesse II, built to cruise shallow waters with two paddle wheels at its stern.

The Grace, Inspire, Joy and Savor from Tauck come with eight uniquely designed loft cabins on their lower decks. Each has a raised seating area with a high ceiling above and boasts a tall window that allows natural light to stream into the cabin. Part of the window can be raised electronically to let in fresh air.

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In case you missed any of our recent river cruise newsletters, I've provided links below for the last 10 topics we've covered. Click any link to read more.

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U.S. River Cruises, Victory Cruise Lines & More -- Get a few ideas that may help you plan your next vacation.

Brand-New 2025 Itineraries -- Check out new sailings debuting next year on the Rhine, Danube and other waterways.

France River Cruises -- Read about top sights along the Seine, Rhone, Saone and other rivers.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Browse this company's all-inclusive offerings.

Rhine River Cruise Attractions -- Impressive castles, charming towns and lush vineyards are highlights of this popular route.

Emerald Cruises -- Get exceptional value with the company's river sailings.

Themed River Cruises -- Read about itineraries that are designed around a particular theme, such as culinary or musical interests.

Discover Europe's Grand Castles -- See the castles and palaces that are often visited on river cruises.

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Here are this week's Top 10 River Cruises. All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.

1) Melodies of the Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins in Budapest and ends in Vilshofen. Save up to 50%. Starting at $1,790. Departures from October 30, 2024 through November 12, 2025.

2) Rhine River Cruise, 9 days with Gate 1 Travel. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save $800 per couple. Starting at $1,699. Departures from April 29, 2025 through October 28, 2025.

3) Rhine Getaway, 8 days with Viking. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save with reduced cruise rates and special air offers. Starting at $1,999. Departures from October 31, 2024 through November 19, 2026.

4) Danube Dreams, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Budapest and Vilshofen. Save 50%. Starting at $2,010. Departures from September 28, 2024 through November 11, 2024.

5) Sensations of Lyon & Provence, 8 days with Emerald Cruises. Travels between Lyon and Nice. Save up to 76%. Starting at $2,099. Departures from October 12, 2024 through October 25, 2025.

6) Gems of the Danube, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Travels between Budapest and Munich or Nuremberg. Save up to 72%. Starting at $2,504. Departures from September 26, 2024 through October 19, 2025.

7) Highlights of the Douro Valley & Salamanca, 8 days with Riviera River Cruises. Begins and ends in Porto. Save $500 per couple. Starting at $2,949. Departures from October 24, 2024 through October 21, 2025.

8) Paris & Normandy, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Begins and ends in Paris. Save up to 20%. Starting at $3,214. Departures from March 23, 2025 through October 19, 2025.

9) Lower Mississippi River Cruise, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Memphis and New Orleans. Save up to $1,900 per couple. Starting at $3,445. Departures from December 29, 2024 through March 28, 2025.

10) Rhine Connoisseur, 11 days with Tauck. Travels between Brussels and Montreux. Starting at $6,790. Departures from September 29, 2024 through October 5, 2025.

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Please e-mail me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@rivercruise.com and I will respond the same day.

Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go