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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 cruises for beer enthusiasts.

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.

Riviera Travel offers a selection of river cruises dedicated to solo travelers, with no single supplement. This is a great option for guests who are traveling alone or who want their own stateroom while traveling with friends.

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 tailored to young guests.

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

Avalon's Active & Discovery cruises in Europe provide specially designed 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 a family orchard.

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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 River Cruises -- Take a look at some of our best-selling river cruise itineraries.

Limited-Time River Cruise Deals -- Take advantage of fantastic new offers for Vacations To Go customers.

Emerald Cruises & Tours -- Get exceptional value on these river sailings.

Riviera River Cruises -- Read about ships and itineraries from this company.

New Trafalgar River Cruises Plus Sailings for Active Travelers -- Get a few ideas that may help you plan your next vacation.

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

Viking River Cruises -- Consider a trip with the world's largest river cruise line.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Receive special savings on the all-inclusive cruises offered by this line.

Avalon Waterways -- Read about the personalized experiences that are available on an Avalon river cruise.

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

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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) Rhine & Moselle, 8 days with Riviera Travel. Begins and ends in Cologne. Save up to 66%. Starting at $1,699. Departures from July 26, 2026 through October 28, 2027.

2) The Beautiful Blue Danube, 6 days with CroisiEurope. Travels between Budapest and Passau. Save up to 25%. Starting at $1,267. Departures from July 20, 2026 through August 21, 2026.

3) Rhine River Cruise, 9 days with Gate 1 Travel. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save up to 17%. Starting at $1,969. Departures from July 23, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

4) Melodies of the Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Travels between Budapest and Vilshofen. Save up to 47%. Starting at $2,200. Departures from July 20, 2026 through November 8, 2027.

5) Romantic Danube, 8 days with Viking. Travels between Budapest and Regensburg. Save with reduced cruise fares and special air offers. Plus, get a free beverage package and $500 per couple in shipboard credit. Starting at $2,399. Departures from July 25, 2026 through November 18, 2028.

6) Vida Portugal: Vineyards and Villages Along the Douro, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Begins and ends in Porto. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,481. Departures from July 22, 2026 through November 17, 2027.

7) Sensations of the Seine & Normandy, 8 days with Emerald Cruises & Tours. Begins and ends in Paris. Save up to 71%. Starting at $2,630. Departures from March 27, 2027 through December 11, 2027.

8) Burgundy & Provence, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Travels between Lyon and Marseille. Save up to 41%. Starting at $2,866. Departures from August 23, 2026 through October 25, 2026.

9) Castles & Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Travels between Basel or Zurich and Frankfurt. Save up to 70%. Starting at $3,323. Departures from July 29, 2026 through October 6, 2027.

10) Lower Mississippi River, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Memphis and New Orleans. Save up to 19%. Starting at $3,795. Departures from November 27, 2026 through February 16, 2027.

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