River Cruise Newsletter

Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

Several fantastic airfare deals for Europe are about to expire this month. These early bird savings are for 2018 departures and must be booked by September 30.

Fly for free from select gateways on Scenic cruises such as Unforgettable Douro and Gems of the Danube.

Fly for free from certain cities, plus companion cruises for free on Viking sailings such as Paris to the Swiss Alps and France's Finest.

Fly for free from select gateways on departures of Rhine & Rhone River Cruise, Splendours of Europe and more with Emerald Waterways.

Airfare is included from select cities on Uniworld river cruises. This offer is combinable with the company's early booking discount of 10%. Includes Gems of Northern Italy and Uniworld's new Remarkable Rhine itinerary.

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Several new river ships have launched in the last few weeks. I've listed them below -- click the links for ship details and itineraries.

Carrying 166 passengers, the American Duchess is the most intimate ship to join the fleet of American Queen Steamboat Company. While the Duchess has the signature red paddle wheel and white "wedding cake" exterior of classic Mississippi River cruisers, its interiors sport a more contemporary look than its sister ships. Accommodations include two-story Loft Suites.

The 110-passenger Crystal Bach from Crystal is outfitted with multiple dining venues, a spa and fitness center and a self-service pantry with coffees, teas, wines and snacks. All accommodations feature butler service, king-size beds and walk-in closets. It primarily sails the Rhine River. A sister ship, Crystal Mahler, will debut at the end of September.

CroisiEurope inaugurated its new 60-guest Mekong River ship last weekend. Guests aboard the RV Indochine II can take a dip in the pool, get a massage, enjoy the views from the outdoor sundeck bar or attend a lecture that focuses on Southeast Asia. All will have private balconies.

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There is still space available on 2017 Christmas markets cruises in Europe. These late-November and December sailings offer opportunities to visit festive outdoor holiday bazaars set up in city squares. They are a much-loved winter tradition, particularly throughout Germany and Austria. Merchants sell handcrafted ornaments, toys, candles and woodcarvings, as well as local treats like grilled sausages, roasted chestnuts and gingerbread. Click here to see all departures this year, or take advantage of a couple of remaining last-minute deals below.

Save $500 to $1,500 per couple ($250 to $750 per person) off Christmas markets cruises on the Rhine and Danube with AmaWaterways when you book by September 30.

Companion cruises for free on Crystal holiday river cruises.

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If you're thinking of taking a river cruise and traveling solo, you probably already know that operators often charge an extra fee -- called a single supplement -- for an individual booking a cabin intended for two.

The good news? Vacations To Go has found low or no single supplements on a variety of river cruise departures. These great solo deals are listed on our site. Click here to see our Singles Travel Discounts now.

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Here are this week's Top 20 River Cruises. All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.

1) Castles Along the Rhine, 8 days with Uniworld. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save 10%. Starting at $2,999. Departures from March 25 through November 4, 2018.

2) Magical Rhine, 8 days with Cruise & Maritime Voyages. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Starting at $1,449. Departures from October 6 through November 3, 2017.

3) Holiday - Christmas Markets, 8 or 9 days with American Queen Steamboat Company. Travels between Memphis and New Orleans. Save $1,400 per couple, plus enjoy free shore excursions and more. Starting at $1,799. Departs December 4, 11 & 18, 2017.

4) Amazon Riverboat Adventure In Depth, 9 days with G Adventures. Begins and ends in Lima. Starting at $1,949. Departures from October 21, 2017 through December 22, 2018.

5) Antebellum South, 8 days with American Queen Steamboat Company. Travels between New Orleans and Memphis. Save $400 to $1,000 per couple, plus enjoy free shore excursions and more. Starting at $1,999. Departures from January 8 through November 12, 2018.

6) 12 Day Classic Danube River Cruise with Prague, 12 days with Gate 1. Travels between Budapest and Prague. Save $900 per couple. Starting at $2,249. Departures from March 28 through November 24, 2018.

7) Columbia & Snake Rivers, 8 days with American Queen Steamboat Company. Travels between Vancouver and Clarkston. Save $400 to $1,000 per couple, plus enjoy free shore excursions and more. Starting at $2,399. Departures from April 2 through November 5, 2018.

8) Romantic Rhine, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Amsterdam and Zurich. Fly from $299 per person from select gateways. Starting at $2,449. Departures from March 31 through November 4, 2018.

9) Melodies of the Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins in Budapest and ends in Vilshofen. Save $500 to $2,000 per couple. Starting at $2,499. Departures from March 23 through December 28, 2018.

10) Secrets of the Douro, 8 days with Emerald Waterways. Begins and ends in Porto. Fly from $495 per person from select gateways. Starting at $2,595. Departures from April 14 through November 10, 2018.

11) Sensations of Southern France, 8 days with Emerald Waterways. Travels between Nice and Lyon. Fly for free from select gateways, plus receive one free hotel night in Lyon. Starting at $2,995. Departures from April 21 through October 13, 2018.

12) Cruise on the Marne Canal from Paris to Epernay, 7 days with CroisiEurope. Begins and ends in Paris. Save $500 per couple. Starting at $3,175. Departs April 21 and May 5 & 19, 2018.

13) Delightful Danube & Prague, 10 days with Uniworld. Travels between Budapest and Prague. Save 10%. Starting at $3,199. Departures from May 2 through November 5, 2018.

14) 8 Day Rhine Highlights, 8 days with Scenic Cruises. Travels between Amsterdam and Zurich. Fly from $295 per person from select gateways. Starting at $3,595. Departures from May 2 through September 26, 2018.

15) Wonders of China & the Yangtze River, 19 days with Collette. Begins in Beijing and ends in Shanghai. Starting at $3,599. Departures from April 11 through October 31, 2018.

16) Bordeaux, Vineyards & Chateaux, 8 days with Uniworld. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Airfare is included from select gateways, plus save 10%. Starting at $3,699. Departures from March 18 through November 11, 2018.

17) Paris & the Heart of Normandy, 8 days with Viking River Cruises. Begins and ends in Paris. Companion cruises and flies for free. Starting at $3,998. Departures from April 6 through December 16, 2018.

18) 16 Day Classic European River Cruise, 16 days with Gate 1. Travels between Amsterdam and Budapest. Save $1,800 per couple. Starting at $4,049. Departures from April 28 through October 27, 2018.

19) Luxury Mekong & Temple Discovery, 11 days with Scenic Cruises. Travels between Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap. Fly for free from select gateways. Starting at $4,175. Departures from July 7, 2018 through April 27, 2019.

20) Great American Waterways, 16 days with Blount Small Ship Adventures. Travels between Chicago and New York City. Starting at $4,949. Departs June 27, August 1 and September 5, 2018.

Customers in the US and Canada can call us toll-free at 800-510-4002. For a list of our other toll-free numbers worldwide, click here.

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Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Chairman & CEO