River Cruise Newsletter

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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

American Cruise Lines offers more than 50 itineraries in the U.S., with river voyages along the Mississippi, Columbia, Hudson and others, as well as coastal sailings in destinations like Alaska and New England. There are no more than 180 passengers aboard any sailing, and guests receive personalized service in a relaxed, casual setting.

Right now, our customers can save on American Cruise Lines' sailings with the following special offer:

Save up to 29% on river cruises. Also, get $150 per couple in free onboard credit. Book by May 11.

American Cruise Lines will debut a number of new ships in the coming years. American Patriot and American Pioneer carry 125 passengers each and will start sailing itineraries along the East Coast this year. In 2026, the line will launch American Maverick and American Ranger, two 130-passenger vessels that will also visit East Coast ports (the American Ranger will sail the Hudson River, too). At 180 passengers, American Encore will explore the Columbia and Snake rivers in the Pacific Northwest in 2026 and will be joined by sister ship American Anthem in 2027.

Cruise fares include regionally inspired cuisine, wine and beer with lunch and dinner, a cocktail hour every evening, gratuities and Wi-Fi access. Musicians, historians and naturalists are on every cruise, and onboard entertainment ranges from informal lectures to live musical performances.

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River cruise operators recognize that many guests want options for staying fit while traveling. These lines offer wellness programs and fitness amenities on board -- like gyms, spas and pools -- and provide unique and active ways to explore ashore.

Sailings with Avalon Waterways include guided active excursions, like a hike to Bratislava Castle in Slovakia or a morning run in the French town of Caudebec-en-Caux with the Avalon Adventure Host. Active & Discovery itineraries provide an even larger selection of active options in every port of call with hiking, biking, canoeing and jogging excursions.

The "Let's Go" shore excursions of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises include walking, hiking, cycling, kayaking and golfing tours. Bicycle to Claude Monet's home at Giverny or hike up to a 12th-century castle on the Rhine, for example. The line's Wellness on the Water amenities include yoga sessions, TRX suspension training classes with certified instructors, fitness centers and heated pools.

Emerald Cruises has the EmeraldACTIVE program, which might feature a guided bike tour along the Danube or a hike in Germany's Black Forest. Its sister company, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, has similar options, like cycling through the Dutch town of Veere or to a Bordeaux wine estate for a tasting.

As part of its program, AmaWaterways has wellness hosts fleetwide in Europe (except for ships in Portugal). They lead fitness classes like stretching, core strengthening and resistance-band training and also conduct hiking, biking and jogging excursions.

Several lines also carry bicycles on their ships, so passengers can pedal along riverside paths or through cities and towns on their own.

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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.

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

Highlights of the Danube -- Learn about the best places to visit on the Danube River.

Limited-Time River Cruise Deals -- Take advantage of fantastic offers for Vacations To Go customers.

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

Riviera Travel -- Read about new ships and itineraries from this line.

Avalon Waterways -- Customize your river cruise experience with a variety of flexible excursion options.

Germany River Cruises -- Learn about top sights along the Rhine, Danube, Mosel and other waterways.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises -- This brand is known for its upscale ships and thoughtful itineraries.

AmaWaterways -- Receive special access to deals from one of the industry's most experienced river cruise operators.

10 Best-Selling River Itineraries -- See some of our most popular river cruises in Europe and the U.S.

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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) Rhine Cruise to Switzerland, 8 days with Riviera Travel. Travels between Basel and Cologne. Save up to 55%. Starting at $2,399. Departures from June 10, 2025 through October 24, 2026.

2) Romantic Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins in Vilshofen and ends in Budapest. Save up to 47%. Starting at $1,990. Departures from June 25, 2025 through October 31, 2026.

3) Sensations of Lyon & Provence, 8 days with Emerald Cruises. Travels between Lyon and Nice. Save up to 74%. Starting at $2,045. Departures from May 31, 2025 through October 31, 2026.

4) Cruise through the Aquitaine Region, 7 days with CroisiEurope. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Save 25%. Starting at $2,159. Departures from June 4, 2025 through August 25, 2025.

5) Rhine Highlights, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Travels between Amsterdam and Zurich. Save up to 75%. Starting at $2,220. Departures from May 21, 2025 through October 28, 2026.

6) Active & Discovery on the Rhone, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Arles and Lyon. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,360. Departures from June 10, 2025 through September 22, 2026.

7) Paris & the Heart of Normandy, 8 days with Viking. Begins and ends in Paris. Save with reduced cruise fares and special air offers. Plus, get a free beverage package and included gratuities or a free shipboard credit. Starting at $2,599. Departures from May 21, 2025 through November 26, 2027.

8) Douro River Valley, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Begins and ends in Porto. Save up to 41%. Starting at $2,932. Departures from June 15, 2025 through November 22, 2026.

9) The Tennessee Rivers, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Chattanooga and Nashville. Save up to 26%. Starting at $3,195. Departures from July 1, 2025 through September 30, 2025.

10) Heart of the Danube, 8 days with Tauck. Travels between Munich and Budapest. Starting at $4,990. Departures from July 27, 2025 through October 12, 2026.

Customers in the US and Canada can call us toll-free at 800-510-4002. For a list of our other toll-free numbers worldwide, click here.

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