One of the little known joys of European River Cruising is the Holiday Cruises that allow travelers to take in the festive Christmas Markets that are spread out in big cities and little towns along the river roads of Europe. A new Spotlight Collection Sale for Holiday Markets, Christmas and New Years European river cruises, offered by Premier River Cruises, offers savings up to $7,000 per couple when you book by June 15, 2014.
As one progresses down the Rhine or Danube River the Holiday Markets in Prague, Nuremberg, Salzburg or other cities and towns offer a chance to experience Christmas European style. These open-air markets offer the famous local brew of Gluewhein or spice wine, delicious foods such as native sausages, and delectable deserts of all kinds. Also for sale are Christmas decorations and creative products of all kinds such as crystal. Each market creates their own special Gluewhein mug, and they are nice, that can be refilled for a nominal fee. You can turn in the mug and get the deposit back or, as many do, keep them as a nice souvenir. By the time the cruise ends one might end with a dozen of these lovely mugs that friends and family will love to receive as gifts.
Traveling during the off-season offers a chance to see the cities and towns with fewer tourists and thus become more immersed in the local cultures along the way. One veteran traveler noted that one of his fondest memories of the Christmas Markets was seeing a group of children towing their new Christmas tree home on a sled through the snow. While the weather is cold, it is not oppressive enough to eliminate the enjoyment of relaxing on the ship's observation deck or in the hot tub.
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These special offers include a 7-17 night river cruise in a spacious river view cabin, prepaid tips [up to an $800 value], free hotel stays, all shore excursions, gourmet meals, free wines & beers at lunch and dinner, and on select departures, airfares from only $495pp. These cruises are offered in conjunction with premium AmaWaterways and Avalon Waterways, both premium river cruise lines. To take advantage of these extraordinary savings and free extras, you must book and deposit by June 15, 2014.
River cruises are the fastest segment of the cruise industry and sell out almost a year in advance. All river ships are non-smoking and feature very spacious, elegantly decorated outside staterooms. Staterooms and suites come with all the amenities of any fine 4-star resort. Also included in your low price are complimentary shore excursions in each port, gourmet cuisine and fine wines with lunch and dinner. Ships also feature in-room internet and entertainment including large flat panel TV's, Egyptian linens, spa & Massage treatments, Sauna, beautifully appointed lounges and multiple dining venues offering gourmet cuisine with warm personal service.
Premier River Cruises has been commended by leading travel publications as an expert for river cruise vacations. The company specializes in river cruises throughout the world and works closely with consumers to correctly match them with the perfect river cruise by carefully evaluating their needs, lifestyle and past travel history. Premier offers prices not available to the public and has established a unique niche in working with individuals and group organizers worldwide. There is no better river cruise resource anywhere!
To book a cruise, call Premier River Cruises at 1.855.255.1200. For more information on these fabulous European Holiday River Cruise values or to learn more about Premier River Cruises go to: http://premierrivercruises.com/premier-spotlight/home