Top 5 Things to Consider Before Booking a River Cruise

It's About the Destination: Unlike ocean cruises where the ship is a big part of the vacation, on river cruises it is all about the destinations... almost.  Think of river cruise ships as floating resorts.  They provide the home base and as much of the dining as you want but it's all about spending time in your destinations.  You arrive in the heart of the destination and spend more time there.  Therefore, know where you will be stopping and what there is to do there.  Make sure the excursions provided are what you want to do.  

 

Know the Weather:  Being that you will be at the destinations for more time and will spending more time out doors, it is even more critical to know the average weather in each port.  

 

Be Prepared for Calm: One of the great things about river cruises is that it's calmer.  Getting on and off the ship, going to