I sat down with Kristin Karst, co-owner of luxury river cruise company AmaWaterways, to find out what's new on the rivers for next year. Kristin reveals more about their soon-to-launch double-wide river ship built solely for the Danube river.

063: What I Learned From My First River Cruise

Apr 5th, 2018 22m 35s

This week we talk with Doug Parker from Cruise Radio about his very first river cruise. Find out what he learned from his lack of research.

062: New River Ships in Europe & USA Plus Not-to-Miss Europe Shore Excursions

Mar 21st, 2018 15m 40s

This week's episode catches up on the new river ships set to launch this year. From Europe to the USA, new river ships are taking on a new look. Not sure what Europe river cruise shore excursions to choose? Curious about Keukenhof? Here's a r

061: Cruising Scotland's Rugged West Coast

Jan 3rd, 2018 35m 48s

A cruise along Scotland's west coast is truly a bucket list vacation. Step aboard Argyll Cruising's eight-passenger Splendour and set sail from Holy Loch, one of Scotland's most picturesque ports. Argyll Cruising is family-owned and operated b

EP 60: Danube River Cruise Through Eastern Europe Starting in Bucharest

Dec 21st, 2017 23m 37s

A lower Danube river cruise is like stepping back in time to the Cold War era, when the entire region was under Communist rule. Beginning in Bucharest, Romania and cruising upriver to Vienna, the transformation from Eastern to Western culture i

059: Tauck River Cruise Review | Cruising from Prague to Budapest

Dec 5th, 2017 31m 31s

This week we hear from Annie Rudolph who just returned from her first Tauck luxury river cruise. From Prague to Budapest, Annie talks about her first impressions of Tauck's MS Savor, life aboard and all of the special, exclusive Tauck events i

058: River Cruise Radio is Back! A River Cruise for Millennials, Best Time for a River Cruise & More

Nov 14th, 2017 8m 47s

Did you know there's a new river cruise line only for Millennials? This and more river cruise news about new ships for next year...who's building what and where they'll cruise. Embarkation day doesn't have to be stressful. Here's some advice

057: Single Cruising, Cabin Tips, and Where I Should Cruise To

Oct 13th, 2017 20m 22s

This week we answer more of your listener question. Sherry Kennedy from GuidetoRiverCruising.com answers them. Are there any times during the year that river cruise lines offer great deals? How do I know what river I should go on, to be hone

056: Smoking on River Cruise Ships, Staying Active, & Itinerary Changes

Oct 5th, 2017 16m 24s

Sherry Kennedy from GuideToRiverCruising.com stops by to answer more of your listener questions. 1. Are all river cruise ships alike? 2. Is it easy to gain weight on a river cruise? 3. What are some good ways to stay active on a river crui

055: Your River Cruise Questions Answered

Sep 30th, 2017 17m 31s

This week we answer some of your questions about river cruising. Sherry Kennedy from GuideToRiverCruising.com takes the hot seat. 1. Categories of river cruises? 2. When to river cruise? 3. What is life like onboard? 4. Is all inclusive really

054: Cruise on the Columbia River in the Northwest

Sep 21st, 2017 20m 37s

Sherry just returned from a river cruise on the Columbia and Snake rivers in the northwest part of the United States. Sherry shares her adventure and gives us a full trip report. It was a very interesting time to travel because of the wildfires

053: Spending the Day in Venice, Italy

Sep 14th, 2017 20m 14s

After a recent trip to Venice, Italy, we talk tips on navigating the city and how to get around.

RCR Unschedule Break in Programming

Sep 8th, 2017 1m 16s

Taking a break this week because of Hurricane Irma. Will resume next week. Thank you so much for being here and subscribing.

052: European Christmas Market Questions | River Cruise

Aug 31st, 2017 14m 12s

On this episode, we answer some of your questions about European Christmas market river cruises. We talk about the general vibe at the actual Christmas markets, what to expect, excursions and activities themed around the sailing itself, and a g

051: Sailing North America Rivers | River Cruise

1 Aug 24th, 2017 12m 35s

We are taking a break from European river cruises and heading to our own backyard this week! Chris Gray Faust from CruiseCritic.com joins us to talk about her recent adventures cruising North American waters.

050: River Cruise Trends, Newer Ships, and Upcoming Itineraries

Aug 17th, 2017 13m 21s

Every once in a while I come across a guest who can give us a lot of information on river cruises and offer some raw data. On this episode, the ceo of CruiseDirect.com stops by and we discuss river cruise trends, new European river ship launche

049: Talking to a River Cruise Skeptic

Aug 10th, 2017 16m 32s

We talk with a river cruise skeptic, Tommy Casabona from the Always Be Booked Podcast, who isn't the least bit interested in taking a river cruise. When he told me this, it fascinated me, so I turned the mic on and we chatted about the reasons

048: Azamara Club Cruises vs River Cruises

Aug 3rd, 2017 15m 17s

This week we answer a listener request comparing an Azamara Club Cruise to a Viking River Cruise in Europe. Is there a difference? Simon from Cruiseline.com stops by to compare and contrast the two.

Best River Cruises For Your Interest

Jul 27th, 2017 12m 39s

Ever wonder what European river cruise might be for you? Or maybe it's not Europe - maybe it's one somewhere else. Editor and river cruise guru, Chris Gray Faust from Cruise Critic joins us to match the right cruise with your interest. We discu

046: Creating Your Own Shore Excursion + River Cruise Packing Essentials

Jul 20th, 2017 11m 46s

This week we answer two more of your listener questions. 1. A couple excursions don't look appealing to us. What is the best way to approach building our own food and wine tour? 2. What are the packing essentials for a river cruise? Send us

045: Listener Questions on River Cruise Wines and Hotels

Jul 13th, 2017 12m 31s

Today we have Sherry Kennedy on to help field your river cruise questions. We are traveling on the Rhine this fall and are looking for some wine advice. Our family is telling us to bring back some great wine but we know nothing about buying wi

044: Difference Between American and Europe River Cruises

Jul 6th, 2017 11m 57s

This week we break down the difference between European river cruises and river cruises that are sailed on American waters. We talk about the types of cruises, excursions, onboard atmosphere, and key distinctions.

043: Scenic River Cruise from Paris | Beaches of Normandy

Jun 29th, 2017 27m 33s

Howard and Alex just returned from an 11-night European river cruise on Scenic River Cruises, roundtrip from Paris. The couple normally sails Viking River Cruises but Normandy and Paris have been on their radar for a while and they decided to c

042: Shore Excursions on a European River Cruise

Jun 22nd, 2017 17m 35s

A river cruise is all about the destination so today we are going to talk about shore excursions offered on river cruises and how to pick them. We will tackle: What types of shore excursions are there? Examples of culinary tours? Active tou

041: Food on a European River Cruise

Jun 15th, 2017 19m 27s

Paul wrote in and told us that he's taking a Christmas market cruise with Viking River Cruises. He told us we should talk more about dining on European river cruises. On this episode, we attempt just that! Ask your questions: doug@cruiseradio.