TRAVEL
River cruising has gained in popularity
over the last 10 years, with an
increasing variety of companies and
boats and routes to choose from when
planning a trip. Traveling along inland
waterways into the center of towns and
cities is a delightful way to travel.
unpacking! The cabin accommodations have a river view
through a veranda or window, hotel style beds, televisions
with English programs, etc. This is similar to ocean cruising,
but from then on there is a world of difference. River ships
are smaller than ocean going cruise ships, the average ship
carrying 90 to 250 passengers. Due to their smaller size and
low draft, a river cruise is in constant
sight of land and stops are more
frequent than regular cruise ships.
The vessels are likes small, friendly
floating inns, whereas ocean cruise
ships are much larger, flashier, and
carry thousands of passengers, with
all the accompanying logistics of
crowd control.
River cruising is particularly suited for
senior travel. In contrast to the typical
coach tour, a river cruise provides
a unique experience. Coach tours
usually involve multiple hotel stays,
much packing and unpacking, not to
mention the frequent climbing up and down the coach
steps. Cruising on a river consists of going aboard
and immediately settling into your cabin and one time
A river cruise docks right in a town or
city center, in the heart of things, and
passengers walk down the gangway
ready for guided tours to historic and
cultural sites, or go off on their own to
soak up the local flavor. Many cruises
include shore excursions in the fare, in addition to a variety
of on-board activities. Naturally all meals are included and
most offer complimentary wine with meals.
is one of the
activities most often mentioned
by seniors when asked what
they would like to do in
retirement.
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