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The Ganges River Cruise
River cruises in India are a different experience altogether of late. Sometime in the nineties the concept of river cruises started gaining ground in India and very soon the mighty river Ganges was considered as a preferred locale for such cruises. The Ganges and the Hooghly river system which is considered to be the National Waterway No. 1 was selected as a passenger river cruise from Kolkata to Varanasi. There were lot of challenges for river cruising on the River Ganges initially but gradually all challenges and odds were won over and the system of cruising in the rivers began in India.. The services were streamlined and staff was trained and also motivated towards serving the people better. All the staff is knowledgeable and experienced staff provides the best kind of experience. Cruises [...]
Chaophraya River Cruises in Bangkok
The Chaophraya River was the reason why the Thai Civilization took birth and has come down from a history that is well known even today. This is a great river of memory and runs through the centre of the Thai Kingdom. This is a cruise that shouldn’t be missed and is along the River on the Chaophraya Princess. The River Chao Phraya is the main link amongst the people in the kingdom. This is a river that reflects the existence of the civilization and legacy of the Thai culture. The Chao Phraya is respected and is called the River of Reign. The Chao Phraya Princess Cruise I was constructed in the year 1991. It is around 10 metres wide and 41 metres long. It weighs around 300 tonnes and supports upto 250 passengers. It has two decks with the lower deck being air conditioned and carrying around [...]
Cruise Pleasures in the River Seine
Paris is the dream destination for so many people and provides the tourists with the best fantasies of a great land. Anyone who comes here gets enchanted by the sight of the river Seine and would never miss a chance to embark on a river cruise here. Cruises in the River Seine are filled with the best kind of boat delights and give you the best tour delights. A cruise on the River Seine takes you around the heart of the city. The boats are all elegant and glass covered giving you the facility of enjoying to the maximum. They are operational throughout the year and everyone gets great and memorable views on cruises like this. These boats give the best tour pleasures and return to the Quai Branly which is very near the Eiffel Tower Then there are the Vedettes de Paris boats which also charter [...]
Europe’s River Cruise Season Falling Low
The water levels on the Rhine, a major river in Europe, are supposed to be at their highest in the present months traditionally. However, commercial river traffic operators have been warned of water shortage and possible bottleneck formation at the narrow points of the Rhine as well as its various tributaries. The news website Bloomberg reported that the water levels on the Rhine and its tributaries have been at their lowest in seventeen months. The snow season was poor, and as a result the meltwater from the Alps Mountains that give water to the rivers of Europe has also been low, which has resulted in lower water levels. In addition to this the month of April was unusually dry. The situation is at the moment affecting only freight barges that have been traveling with lighter loads to prevent [...]
Rhine River Cruises
Rhine River Cruises are one of the most exciting ways of exploring Germany. The cruise takes you through the many attractions that the country is famous for. The various accommodations, destinations, cost and other factors need to be taken into consideration while taking a cruise on the Rhine. There are a number of excellent vacation packages that are on offer nowadays, and if you choose the right one, there is no limit to the fun you can have. There are a great number of fascinating destinations that are offered on Rhine River Cruises. The ships offer a number of excellent facilities as well, plus top class entertainment and dining. Finding the right ship as well as crew will be the best thing you can do to have an amazing vacation. Rhine River Cruises are offered by a huge number of cruise [...]
Danube River Cruises
The River Danube is one of the major rivers in Europe. The river had a good hand in shaping the culture and history of several of Europe’s nations. The river is the longest in the European Union and is the second longest waterway in the entire Europe, Volga in Russia being the longest. The River Danube originates from the Black Forest region in Germany, and goes through two different European countries, and then on to the Black Sea. The countries through which the river passes through before it reaches the Black Sea are, in reverse order, Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova, Ukraine, Serbia, Hungary, Croatia, Germany, Austria and Slovakia. Danube River Cruises are one of the most popular and most fun ways to tour Europe. You can cruise the entire length of the river, or parts of it. Whatever the [...]
Volga River Cruises
The Volga River is the major river among Russia’s water bodies, and Volga river cruises are among the most popular and rewarding activities among travelers in Russia. The sheer length of the river, all of which is navigable, makes for an extremely rewarding way of traversing the whole country, and enjoying the sights, sounds and smells of the country on a whole different level and view point. There are a whole range of Volga river cruises available, and there are a good number of cruise ship companies that have cruises on steamers and cruise ships on offer. The stay at these cruise ships is extremely luxurious, and the remarkable views and insights into culture available make for a great way of experiencing the country. Major Russian cities are also located at the banks of the River Volga, [...]
Cruising the Russian Rivers of Volga Nevi, Svir
The nation of Russia has had a long association with its numerous rivers. River travel has been a central feature of the Russian people. The greatest of the Russian Cities have their foundation closely connected with the rivers, and most of them are located at the banks of a river. Moscow is located at the point at which the Rivers Moskva and the Neglina, St Peters burg and Novgorod are on the Volhov. Nizhniy Novgorod, Yaroslavl, Uglich and Kostroma are located at the banks of the Volga. The Volga is the considered the greatest Russian River. At approximately 3, 700 kilometers ( 2, 300 ) miles, it is Europe’s longest River, and it is possible to navigate the entire length of the Volga. Volga influenced the foundation of several settlements and their development. The Volga was used as a trade [...]