Filed Under (River Tours) by rivertours on 01-06-2009
1
Jun

Carlos Sternson asked:
By booking a Thames river cruise in London you are choosing one of the most unique ways to enjoy the amazing scenes that this area has to offer. There are also multiple other add on specials that some companies offer such as a Casino and Murder Mystery cruise.
Some of the most popular sights include the beautiful Greenwich Maritime Museum, the Tower of London, St Paul’s Cathedral, and the House of Parliament. All of the cruises are required to have a knowledgeable staff that is specially trained to deal with different emergency situations.
If you check out different companies you will find that many of them have formed partnerships with local hotels and attractions such as the Maple Durham House or even Beale Park for several land based activities that your party might enjoy.
There are many types of Thames River cruises that offer all ranges of catering from sandwiches to a complete gourmet banquet. There are some companies that offer an extensive range of menus and you even can alter some of the choices to make it even more individualized for you and your guests.
If you are going on a business trip with coworkers of family trip you will all be able to enjoy the sights with seemingly endless music that is provided by either Jazz, Rock or Country bands. There are also some companies at offer Karaoke, Discos, String Quartets, and private DJs for your personal entertainment.
It is impossible to find a better way to experience the amazing sights of the London area than on an informative Thames River cruise. You can select a company that is aiming to please you and your guests by providing the perfect venue for your special occasion. They offer a highly trained staff that includes the professionally trained tour guides and specialty chefs.
Filed Under (River Tours) by rivertours on 01-06-2009
1
Jun

Amar Mahallati asked:
While today you can see Egypt by air or by road, there is really no better way to see it than by boat! Nile river cruises are the hands-down best way to see this beautiful ancient land when you board a ship that will sail up the Nile, you will realize why many people refuse to see Egypt any other way.
In terms of convenience, you can’t beat a Nile cruise. With other tours, you’ll be stopping every night at different hotels, some of which will vary greatly in space and quality. On the road, you’ll be forced to pack and unpack every day and night and live on the tour schedules. With a Nile river cruise however, you travel with your hotel and if you’re having a day where you just want to lounge on the deck, you can certainly do that as well. One of the main attractions of these tours is their highly flexible nature. If you feel like seeing everything an ancient city has to offer, you can explore to your heart’s content, and if you’d rather spend the time on board the ship, you can watch one of the many quality performance shows.
There are accommodations that will suit any budget and any group of people. There are plenty of options for families who are traveling with children and also cruises meant for singles who are interested in more adventuresome fare. You will find that with a little bit of searching, you’ll be able to find a Nile river cruise that suits you well.
There is really no better way to see Egypt than by boat. See why ancient pharoahs surveyed their country in this manner; whether you are planning a short trip from Luxor to Aswan or a seven day, Nile river cruise that will take you to the coast, there is something that will suit your tastes. In terms of seeing a wide variety of Egyptian countryside, from pyramids to small villages, this is one of the best ways to travel.
If you are less interested in history and more interested in luxury, the Nile river cruises are for you! You never have to go very far for entertainment as most cruises make it their responsibility to ensure that their guests never endure a dull moment. Whether you’re interested in belly dancers, magicians or movies, there will be something to suit you aboard the Nile river cruise.
If you’re only going to be in Egypt for a short amount of time, a Nile river cruise is an opportunity you won’t want to miss out on.
Filed Under (River Tours) by rivertours on 30-05-2009
30
May

Prince Cruise asked:
To many mothers, planning a birthday party can be very daunting. You need to have a theme and location in mind. These days, with birthday parties becoming more and more elaborate and different, why not do something different? Why not have the celebrations on a cruise? Everyone is sure to love the change and yes, they will enjoy themselves too.
If you’re an adult celebrating your birthday, one great birthday party idea if you are in Sydney is to book the Sydney Showboat. It’s also known as the “party boat” and is a good choice for an evening of fun with a dinner cruise thrown in with a three-course menu and a live international show.
Alternatively, you could choose a disco cruise as a Sydney Birthday Party Cruise, if you’re in London, UK. All you need to have is a group of six people and take a cruise down on the Thames, with lots of food and drink thrown in, not to forget the music. This Birthday Party Cruise sails down the Thames and has a DJ playing the latest music to put you into the party mood. And this includes enjoying a large buffet dinner which then goes on to non-stop partying, eating, drinking and dancing down the river.
Things can get slightly different if you’re taking a cruise with your family and celebrating one of your little kids’ birthday parties on board the cruise liner. For all of you, it’s a wonderful idea to celebrate the little one’s big day on a Birthday Party Cruise liner. But wait-first find out just how safe the ship is for little children.
For one, find out if they have day care facilities. If it does, it’s going to take the strain off you of looking after your kids-you can concentrate on enjoying yourself you’re your friends. Follow the steps given here and have a relaxing time cruising on your kid’s birthday. Here you go:
” Find out all you can about the Birthday Party Cruise liner you’re interested in. Ask if your friends who took the cruise you’re interested in have children who enjoyed themselves on the cruise?
” Ask if there are child care rooms and up to what age kids are allowed in here. How much does it cost to use a child care room? Should you book one in advance?
” Is the child care staff trained and are the children supervised? How are they kept busy? How many kids does each staff member look after?
” Is there any set check-in and pick-up procedure for kids in the child care room? Are they safe? Should children using this facility be potty-trained? Should they be vaccinated before they embark on this cruise?
If all your queries are answered satisfactorily, look beyond this and get cracking on the birthday celebrations. Remember, you’ve got a cake to think of, the other eats, games and take home gifts. What are you doing? Get up and get going. There’s not much you can get in the middle of the high seas-so go well prepared and have a good time.
Filed Under (River Tours) by rivertours on 30-05-2009
30
May

Sanjog asked:
Watching the sunset in the horizon, racing with dolphins along with your boat, having dinner while sailing out into the river passing through the lovely coastline, or relaxing while listening to music and crashing sea waves in the evening- Welcome to an unforgettable tour to Goa. Make this experience remarkable for a lifetime with the comfortable amenities on the river cruises in Goa. This small state is a home to various long and wide beautiful rivers, which offer a perfect location for wonderful river cruises. This fun activity is purely an exciting adventure facility to the tourists and the best way to explore the marine life in Goa. Most of these cruises are offered by Goa Tourism Development Corporation (GTDC).
GTDC and a few private firms run their facilities on the Mandovi river and Zuari Bay. They offer a wide range of cruises like:
Sunset
Sundown
Full Moon
Pleasure
Dolphin Fantasy
Pearl of the Orient
The activity is not only best for sunset views and crocodile or dolphin spotting, but also for the immense pleasure of enjoyment. Here you can witness and enjoy the live folk dance like Dekni Temple dance, Fugdi dance and the Corredinho dance. You are also taken on the sightseeing trips to several historical architectures like Reis Magos Church, Aguada Fort and the Cabo Raj Bhavan as well. Apart from golden and intoxicating beaches, Goa has various waterways ideal for this fun activity, which is a mixture of natural and cultural heritage cruise *** walking tour.
Filed Under (River Tours) by rivertours on 29-05-2009
29
May

MIKE SELVON asked:
Most of the time when people are contemplating taking a cruise vacation, they think about the huge liners that carry people from one exotic port to the next, or that traverse the oceans of the world. But in the last decade or so, river cruises have become more popular and are competing more and more for the attention of travelers. While there was a time when a river cruise was considered a specialty, these days choosing this type of excursion is a more mainstream option.
European river excursions are the most popular and were also the pioneers in providing interesting “off the beaten path” types of cruise vacations. There are many spectacular rivers that meander through different countries in Europe, which allows people to explore many scenic and historic areas not accessible by the large holiday ships.
These days there are river cruises in many other parts of the world from which to choose. As the river cruise ship lines discovered the increasing interest that people had in cruising on the waterways of Europe, they made efforts to expand their services into many other countries as well. This means that you now have the choice of cruising the rivers of Africa, South America and North America, as well as parts of Asia.
One of the advantages of a cruise on a river is that the ships are much smaller and therefore offer a more intimate and personal experience. Most of the cruise lines that sail the watercourses of the world take particular pride in offering their passengers excellent service, often with a ratio of one staff member to every three passengers, or even less. This ensures that each and every person along for the ride has their needs promptly addressed, are well attended to and even pampered on their voyage.
Even though the overall size of the ship that will carry you on the river outing is smaller, in many cases the cabins are somewhat larger than what you would find on the giant ships. In addition, they are often outfitted with fine appointments, which are meant to cater to American tastes and demands. Some of the newer ships have full Wi-Fi internet access and recent renovations on older ships have resulted in cabins with flat screen televisions, MP3 sound systems, fine high-count linens, cashmere throws, plush bathrobes, and European touches in decor and furnishings.
Adding to the luxurious surroundings of your cabin, you will also be gently gliding by gorgeous French chateaus, imposing German castles, brilliant tulip fields and many more stunning sites throughout the interior regions. And, when you are not enjoying the sights rolling by from your comfortable chair on the sun deck, you will have opportunities to leave the ship and savor the ambiance of the towns and villages along the river and rub shoulders with the locals.
Many people say that river cruises are simply the best way to be introduced to the best of Europe, because you can escape the common tourist traps. Cruising European rivers is a relaxing, enjoyable, stress-free, and comfortable way to gain new insights into the history and culture of the countries, the cities and the people.