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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

This week, I'll tell you about some of the themed river cruises that we offer at RiverCruise.com. Click any link to view limited-time offers and search for available trips.

Christmas market cruises take in the famous outdoor holiday bazaars of Europe. You can stroll among decorated stalls that sell handcrafted ornaments, toys and woodcarvings and enjoy treats such as gingerbread, grilled sausages and mulled wine. You also can ring in the New Year on select sailings.

Food and drink cruises explore a region's culinary traditions, and passengers are invited to participate in tastings, food pairings and cooking demonstrations. Wine cruises in Europe focus on vineyards along the Danube, Rhine, Douro, Seine, Saone and Rhone rivers and in France's Bordeaux region. Avalon Waterways also has beer-tasting cruises. In the U.S., travelers can learn about bourbon-making in Kentucky, sample Southern barbecue or sip wines of the Pacific Northwest.

Tulip-time cruises are offered from March to early May, when the flower fields of the Netherlands peak in color. A highlight of these itineraries on Dutch and Belgian waterways is a visit to Keukenhof Gardens, an 80-acre park planted with more than 7 million bulbs.

Music cruises celebrate a variety of genres. In Europe, look into the lives of composers like Mozart, Beethoven and Strauss and the Old World cities that inspired them. Some Mississippi River cruises are centered on the regional roots of jazz, blues and country music.

Family-friendly cruises are geared toward those who'd like to travel with their children or grandchildren. These departures feature onboard amenities and shore excursions specifically tailored to young guests.

European history cruises primarily visit World War II battlefields and landmarks.

Avalon's Active & Discovery cruises in Europe provide enriching and immersive shore outings. These can include energetic activities, like biking or kayaking, as well as interactive discoveries such as composing your own waltz, participating in a cocktail workshop or meeting an apple farmer and exploring the family's orchards.

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In case you missed any of our recent river cruise newsletters, I've provided links below for the last 10 topics we've covered. Click any link to read more.

10 Best-Selling Europe River Cruises -- Read about 10 of our most popular itineraries in Europe.

Popular Places to See on a River Cruise -- See highlights of sailings on the Danube, Mississippi, Mekong and other rivers.

Limited-Time Deals -- Take advantage of these offers for Vacations To Go customers.

Unique Ship Design Features -- Read about special ship amenities like onboard herb gardens and innovative designs for private balconies.

AmaWaterways -- Receive special access to deals from one of the industry's most experienced river cruise operators.

U.S. River Cruises, Victory Cruise Lines & More -- Get a few ideas that may help you plan your next vacation.

Brand-New 2025 Itineraries -- Check out sailings debuting next year on the Rhine, Danube and other waterways.

France River Cruises -- Read about top sights along the Seine, Rhone, Saone and other rivers.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Browse this company's all-inclusive offerings.

Rhine River Cruise Attractions -- Impressive castles, charming towns and lush vineyards are highlights of this popular route.

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Here are this week's Top 10 River Cruises. All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.

1) Romantic Rhine, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save with deeply discounted cruise fares. Starting at $1,960. Departures from November 2, 2024 through November 17, 2026.

2) Melodies of the Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins in Budapest and ends in Vilshofen. Save up to 50%. Starting at $1,840. Departures from March 22, 2025 through November 14, 2026.

3) The Blue Danube, 8 days with Riviera River Cruises. Begins and ends in Budapest. Save $500 per couple. Starting at $1,999. Departures from April 4, 2025 through October 27, 2025.

4) Rhine River Cruise with Amsterdam, 11 days with Gate 1 Travel. Begins in Amsterdam and ends in Basel. Save $800 per couple. Starting at $2,299. Departures from April 27, 2025 through October 19, 2025.

5) Secrets of the Douro, 8 days with Emerald Cruises. Begins and ends in Porto. Save up to 73%. Starting at $2,370. Departures from November 30, 2024 through November 8, 2025.

6) Gems of the Danube, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Travels between Budapest and Munich. Save up to 73%. Starting at $2,595. Departures from March 24, 2025 through October 26, 2026.

7) Paris & the Heart of Normandy, 8 days with Viking. Begins and ends in Paris. Save with reduced cruise fares and special air offers. Starting at $2,799. Departures from October 30, 2024 through November 19, 2026.

8) Burgundy & Provence, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Travels between Lyon and Marseille. Save up to 20%. Starting at $2,979. Departures from March 23, 2025 through November 2, 2025.

9) Columbia & Snake Rivers, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Clarkston and Portland. Save up to $2,200 per couple. Starting at $4,210. Departures from April 4, 2025 through July 4, 2025.

10) Rhine Connoisseur, 11 days with Tauck. Travels between Brussels and Montreux. Starting at $7,990. Departures from April 5, 2025 through October 5, 2025.

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.

Please e-mail me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@rivercruise.com and I will respond the same day.

Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go