Riviera Travel Announces Partnership with Approach Guides

Image: Rivera Travel MS George Eliot (Photo Credit: Riviera Travel)
Image: Rivera Travel MS George Eliot (Photo Credit: Riviera Travel)
Noreen Kompanik
by Noreen Kompanik
Last updated: 1:50 PM ET, Thu June 25, 2026

Riviera Travel, known for its ultra-premium river cruises and more than four decades of European touring experience, has announced a new strategic partnership with Approach Guides.

The partnership provides travel advisors with a co-branded digital marketing platform that allows them to share Riviera Travel content under their own brand while giving clients direct access to pricing and availability.

Stuart Milan, president of North America for Riviera Travel said in a statement, “As we continue to expand our support for the travel advisor community, providing tools that help advisors market and sell Riviera Travel remains a top priority. Through our partnership with Approach Guides, advisors can personalize Riviera Travel content with their own branding, delivering a more professional and trusted experience that encourages travelers to connect directly with their advisor for expert guidance.”

The result is a more personalized client experiences that helps advisors strengthen relationships, stay top of mind and generate more bookings.

“Riviera Travel has everything advisors look for in a river cruise partner: compelling value proposition, deep destination expertise and a product that stands apart,” said Jennifer Raezer, co-founder and CMO of Approach Guides. “As awareness continues to build in North America, this technology gives advisors an easy, effective way to introduce the brand, engage clients and convert interest into bookings.”

As a result, the platform helps advisors spend less time building marketing materials and more time focusing on client relationships and sales. Advisors can quickly showcase Riviera Travel's latest itineraries, promotions, and travel experiences while providing clients with an easy way to explore options and take the next step toward booking.


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