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The Most Magical Christmas Markets to Visit on a River Cruise

The Most Magical Christmas Markets to Visit on a River Cruise

The Most Magical Christmas Markets to Visit on a River Cruise   There is no feeling more quintessentially festive than strolling amongst charming market stalls with the alluring scent of spiced mulled wine filling the air against backdrop of twinkling lights. A river cruise is an opportunity to explore a new enchanting Christmas market each day, sailing from one of Europe’s historic towns and cities to the next in search of festive charm, medieval streets and the ultimate winder wonderlands.   Discover the most sought after Christmas market itineraries sailing Europe’s waterways to truly bring your festive season to life.   Christmas Market River Cruises   Christmas on the Danube     For Europe’s grandest cities and imperial architecture, a journey along the Danube is guaranteed to delight as you wander gothic streets, revel in magnificent city squares and enjoy the authentic regional flavours amongst charming Christmas markets.   Vienna is home to one of the continents largest and most impressive markets, including an ice rink pulled from the scenes of a Christmas film to captivating festive performances. For more intimate seasonal delights, Bratislava hosts a cosy market in the Old Town showcasing handmade crafts whilst Budapest features artisan stalls and Hungarian cuisine in Vörösmarty Square.     Festive Charm Along the Rhine   A Christmas setting pulled from the pages of a storybook, the medieval towns and enchanting castles along the Rhine are the perfect backdrop for your winter river cruise.     In Rudesheim, meander the famous Drosselgasse alley as it twinkles with festive lights and comes alive with live music and the scent of traditional German winter cuisine. Cologne is home to a must-visit Christmas market experience, with a plethora of stalls and magical festive decorations adorning the magnificent cathedral square.   The Magic of the Main   Christmas is timeless along the Main as you sail through half-timbered towns and medieval streets, decorated with charming lights and beautiful traditional fare.   Enjoy Christmas carollers in Würzburg, intimate markets in Bamberg and of course the iconic Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg, Germany’s most highly-renowned Christmas market. Centuries-old traditions come alive here, with mulled wine, smoked sausages and roasted almonds to delight your tastebuds whilst gingerbread and nutcrackers warm your soul – there is truly no better destination to embrace the magic of the season.     The Magnificent Moselle   Intimate, quaint markets await in the Moselle Valley, home to charming medieval towns and beautiful vineyards that come to life during the festive season.   Trier, Germany’s oldest city, hosts a Christmas market that echoes the traditions of centuries, whilst Cochem enchants with its beautiful decorations and castle overlooking the river, offering captivating views from your river cruise ship. A cosy yet soul-stirring festive experience, a Christmas cruise along the Moselle is guaranteed to ignite a sense of warmth despite the crisp winter chill in the air.   Discover Christmas Market River Cruises   Sailing the rivers in the festive season is an experience that cannot be matched, sipping mulled wine from the deck of your river cruise ship as you sail alongside beautiful cities adorned with twinkling lights and charming décor, after a day spent savouring Europe’s premier, most authentic Christmas markets. Explore a range of fairytale itineraries and Christmas market experiences with leading river cruise lines and look forward to an unforgettable festive adventure.      from 2026-11-25 to 2025-12-24  

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The Best Winter River Cruise Destinations

The Best Winter River Cruise Destinations

The Best Winter River Cruise Destinations   A river cruise is an ideal year-round escape, thanks to a varied and diverse array of waterways across the globe, each winding through cities and villages with an enchanting story to uncover. During the winter months, a European river cruise is the perfect way to bring to life the magic and wonder of the festive season, whilst river cruises further afield in far-flung destinations can offer a welcome escape from the bitter cold of home.   See Winter River Cruise Deals   The Danube     Watch the iconic landmarks of Budapest and Vienna glow in the moonlight as you sail into frost-covered cities along the Danube. Savour the spellbinding aromas of warm, spiced mulled wine and seasonal pastries that immerse you into a winter wonderland as you explore charmingly decorated cities and charming festive markets across Europe’s premier cities.   See Danube River Cruise Deals   The Rhine     Mulled wine that warms your soul, cinnamon pastries that ignite your spirit and Christmas lights that twinkle and dance along the riverbanks await when you sail the romantic Rhine during the winter. Snow-dusted castles and vineyards line the Rhine Gorge, and half-timbered streets pulled from the pages of a winter fairytale await in port.   Discover the nighttime glow of cathedrals in Basel and Cologne, festive decorations in Strasbourg and traditional German Christmas lining the streets of Rüdesheim and Koblenz, bringing every moment of festive magic to life.   See Rhine River Cruise Deals   The Seine     Experience the enchantment of the festive season along the Seine, welcoming and magical with fewer tourists crowding iconic sites so you can explore at your own pace. See the sparkling lights of Paris, the still winter landscape of Normandy and the delightful half-timbered streets of Rouen as you immerse yourself in the rich, cultural delights of the region. On board, savour seasonal delights, from delicious regional cheeses and wines to roasted chestnuts, truffles and mulled cider, each scent and flavour transporting you into a winter fairytale.   See Seine River Cruise Deals   The Mekong     Escape the European winter and venture to the magnificent Mekong, for pleasant climes and lively floating markets. Immerse yourself in a contrasting festive culture and experience a Christmas season that is altogether different.   See Mekong River Cruise Deals   Winter River Cruises for Every Traveller   For the perfect winter river cruise for you, call our expert Cruise Concierge who will be happy to guide you through the range of options available.   See Winter River Cruise Deals

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Celebrity Cruises Unveils NEW Celebrity River Cruises

Celebrity Cruises Unveils NEW Celebrity River Cruises

Celebrity Cruises Unveils NEW Celebrity River Cruises   Priority access for Celebrity Cruises’ highly anticipated and remarkably innovative new river cruise line, Celebrity River Cruises, opened this afternoon, closing within less than an hour due to unprecedented demand. This monumental new offering will see Celebrity Cruises bring their renowned excellence to Europe’s most iconic rivers: the Danube and the Rhine. Guests will now prepare for general sale to be in with an opportunity to secure a space on board.   Find Out More   Two breath-taking new ships, Celebrity Compass℠ and Celebrity Seeker℠, feature the signature Celebrity Cruises intuitive design, allowing guests to remain connected to the world around them with innovative open spaces that remain accessible throughout the entire journey.      Guests can look forward to included drinks, Wi-Fi, onboard experiences, one shore excursion per day and the most dining variety on the rivers, including a groundbreaking new 24-hour dining option. Choose from eight spectacular restaurants and bars, featuring Celebrity-favourite venues from their incredibly popular ocean cruises: The Martini Bar, Sunset Bar and Café Al Bacio.   A first for river cruising, Celebrity River Cruises will offer the chance to dine suspended above the river on the spectacular Magic Edge – never-before-seen cantilevered dining pods – whilst savouring the flavours of destination-inspired culinary delights. Each ship showcases a commitment to maximising guests’ time outdoors, with transformative shade structures, a top deck bar and grill and zones for every mood. Plus, an incredible infinity-edge plunge pool offers a unique opportunity to cool off whilst taking in the sights.     Offering an inaugural season of 33 seven-night itineraries along the Rhine and the Danube, Celebrity River Cruises will sail intimate journeys through Europe’s cultural and historic heart, complemented by personalised, friendly service, world-class onboard amenities and thoughtfully crafted excursions at each port of call. Every moment is designed to immerse guests deeper into their destination.   General sale is expected to open soon and will likely sell out incredibly quickly, following the incredible popularity of the Priority Access window. Don’t miss your opportunity to be a part of this extraordinary new chapter for Celebrity Cruises!   If you'd prefer not to wait, why not explore our fantastic selection of river cruise itineraries and book your journey along the world's waterways today.    See All River Cruise Deals

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