Solo travel is booming, And river
cruising provides an option for those seeking independent exploration and
self-discovery in some of Europe’s most intriguing destinations.
A recent
study from Road Scholar revealed that 85 percent of solo travelers are women, and 60 percent are married but choose independent destinations.
Traditional cruise costs can be a barrier for solo
travelers. As a result, Riverside
Luxury Cruises offers an allotment of Harmony Suites (Riverside Mozart) and
Melody Suites (Riverside Debussy and Ravel) with no single supplement added.
"We recognize that solo travel is an important and
growing trend, and we at Riverside are committed to creating a welcoming and
comfortable environment for all our guests," said Jennifer Halboth, CEO of
Riverside Collection Americas in a statement.
She added, "By waiving the single supplement on select
suites across our entire fleet, we aim to make river cruising more accessible
to solo travelers, including women who are looking to explore Europe
independently. Whether traveling alone or with a group of friends, we want to
ensure that everyone has the opportunity to enjoy the unique experience of
river cruising on their own terms."
Riverside’s intimate ships foster a sense of community and
camaraderie, creating an ideal travel experience for solo travelers and opportunities
to forge new friendships and share unforgettable experiences. A two-to-one
guest to crew ratio provides more personalized assistance for solo travelers,
and all-inclusive fares remove the worry of additional, unplanned expenses.
Popular itineraries among solo travelers include:
- Danube Medley- calling on three major
European capital cities: Vienna, Bratislava and Budapest, including three days
in Budapest, where solo guests can take advantage of the city’s famed baths or
after-hours nightlife.
- Rhone Rhapsody- French sailing for foodies
with a visit to the gourmet mecca of Lyon’s Les Halles and the famed
Chateauneuf-Du-Pape. Historic Avignon ideal for solo travelers to wander, shop and
taste to their hearts content.
- Romantic Rhine - Offers ports of call in
Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands, showcasing some of Europe’s most
beautiful scenery, best viewed from the top of the ship’s deck.
Riverside’s single supplement waiver, subject to
availability and quantities, includes select Harmony Suites on the 162-guest
Riverside Mozart cruising on the Danube River, and Melody Suites on the
110-guest Riverside Debussy, sailing the Rhine, Main, Moselle and Danube, and
Riverside Ravel, sailing the Rhône and Saône.
As Europe’s newest and most luxurious river cruise line, Riverside
offers all-suites on Riverside Mozart, Riverside Ravel, and Riverside Debussy
offering the largest average suite size, king-size beds, highest staff-to-guest
ratio and up to five onboard restaurants.
Guests can choose from a variety of Riverside Choice
excursions, take out a pedal- or e-bike for self-guided exploration and bask in
a rejuvenating treatment in the onboard FEHI Spa (extra fee charged).
All ships stay late or overnight in some of Europe’s most
captivating towns and cities, allowing guests to immerse in authentic cultures
and social life.
Guests on board will enjoy butler service, gourmet cuisine,
premium wines and spirits, complimentary StarLink broadband Wi-Fi, shore
excursions in every port, prepaid gratuities for crew and guides/drivers on
land and complimentary ground transfers.
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