Blue Water Blog
Read the latest small ship, luxury and river news and features from the experts. Booking your first river cruise can feel a little like standing at the edge of a new adventure and wondering where to start. From planning and packing to life onboard and shore excursions, this guide pulls together our most helpful cruise tips for first-time river cruisers. Tue 27 Jan 2026 European river cruising is one of the most rewarding ways to explore the continent's heartlands. We've gathered the top 10 European river cruises, rivers that consistently offer the most spectacular routes, rich culture and unforgettable experiences Fri 05 Sep 2025 Heather and Jade, two of our cruising specialists, were lucky enough to be invited on an all-inclusive cruise along the River Seine on the luxurious Scenic Gem. Wed 16 Sep 2015 Read an exclusive review of a 7-night river cruise from Paris along the beautiful River Seine which is renowned for inspiring many Impressionist artists Wed 25 Jun 2014
