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River Cruise

5 stories Updated October 9, 2026

Photograph · AmaWaterways

River Cruising Is Getting Younger

At least 25 new river ships arrive in 2027, and Celebrity and Explora are entering the market. A large US agency says the clients calling are younger.

Jeff Cameron · Oct 9, 2026 · 2 min

Luxor

Viking Adds a Ship for the Nile Eclipse

Oct 9, 2026 · 2 min

Dover UK

Saga's No-Fly Premium

Oct 9, 2026 · 2 min

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Trade Desk · Vienna UK

River Cruising Sells 2028

Scenic and Emerald have opened 2028 Europe river cruise sales, and VIVA's 332-departure 2028 programme follows on 15 October. Early prices and the best cabins go first.

Ingrid Vale · Oct 8, 2026

Destination Intelligence · Giza

Egypt's Museum Effect

A year after the Grand Egyptian Museum opened, Egypt sits fourth on Virtuoso's rising list and new Nile ships are arriving. Advisors should hold 2027 cabins now.

Oman Hassan · Oct 1, 2026

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