There are river cruises that check the boxes. Then there are river cruises that surprise you. Bordeaux, France is firmly in the latter category. Avalon Waterways, known for its relaxed luxury and spacious Panorama Suites, has just joined the select group of river cruise lines offering itineraries in the Bordeaux region. While lines like Uniworld, AmaWaterways and Viking have sailed here for years, Avalon's entrance brings a refreshed approach, especially with their upgraded fleet and...

For river cruise travelers flying into Europe, navigating airport layovers  can be one of the biggest stress points of the journey. Some airports are well-oiled machines with efficient transfers, while others are notorious for long immigration lines, confusing layouts, and tight connection times that feel nearly impossible to make. If you're planning a European river cruise , your journey likely involves a connection at one of the major European or U.S. hub airports . Here's a detailed look...

The much-anticipated European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS) , initially set to launch in 2024, has now been delayed...