ailing on a river allows you to view the
countryside in a particularly relaxing way, especially
for those who prefer having land nearby. The
cruises are generally from 7-15 days in length,
and guides on board also provide a running
commentary on the sights along the way.
The most popular cruises are on European rivers,
i.e., the Rhine and the Danube, and in Russia,
cruising from St. Petersburg to Moscow, but
increasingly being offered on rivers in Southeast
Asia and South America.
A river cruise represents life in the slow lane,
sailing at a gentle pace, soaking up the scenery
with lots of opportunities to explore riverside towns
and cities en route. It is a very calming experience,
an antidote to the frenetic pace and pressures of
our modern world, in nice surroundings that are
comfortable, not fussy or pretentious, along with
good food and enjoyable company.
Diana Loeffel is the owner of Old Farm Travel
Service. In 1992 she was awarded the Certified
Travel Counselor designation (CTC) by the Institute
of Certified Travel Agents. She served two terms as
President of the Caribbean Tourism Organization
and was a founding member of the NJ Travel
Industry Professional Society. With over 35 years
experience in the industry, Diana is bound to steer
you in the right direction with your travel plans.
Contact Diana Loeffel
518-235-1413
or [email protected]
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