In my last blog, I shared with you my love of touring the UK’s castles and how, once I’d seen all of those, I’d probably book myself on a river cruise in Europe, which as I explained, was a great way to go castle-spotting. My travels took me to the mighty Rhine, certainly the most […]
Facts (and fiction) about Germany
A lot of river cruises are centered around Germany. It’s a country well-known for having major rivers passing through the lands, including the Rhine, the Danube and the Elbe. With that in mind, I’ve put together a list of top facts about the nation, some of which you might find useful on a river cruise, […]
Berlin will take your breath away
At 680 miles long, the Elbe is one of Europe’s major rivers and crosses the Czech Republic and Germany, passing through a number of towns and cities before ending its journey in the North Sea. Though it isn’t located along the Elbe’s banks, Germany’s capital is a popular destination from which to begin your Elbe […]