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What to Expect on a River Thames Barge Cruise in England’s…

Heidi Sarna is the co-founder of QuirkyCruise.com, a guide to small-ship cruising. The narrow River Thames unfolds like a ribbon dropped onto an old map. Flowing for more than 200 miles through southern England, the waterway famously passes through London but also threads through enchanting countryside, where grand estates—some over 1,000 years old—border the riverbanks…

Seeing them via a river cruise

Picture twinkling lights reflected on the Danube River as you sail into port, steps away from the merriment of a festive Christmas market. European Christmas markets have been a tradition since the Middle Ages. Market stalls decked in garland and ornaments beckon visitors with a cozy atmosphere and delicious food and drink. There are thousands of…

4 River Cruises in India That Will Wow You

Heidi Sarna is the co-founder of QuirkyCruise.com, a guide to small-ship cruising. India is a spectacular destination, but it can also be a challenging and overwhelming place to travel. A river cruise mitigates some of the tough parts so you can focus on the amazing stuff—ornate Hindu temples and Mughul-era mosques and citadels, colorful markets,…