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Top 10 Tips for Travelling Solo

Read our top 10 tips to travelling solo so you can gain confidence, make new friends, and explore the world safely on our solo-friendly itineraries.

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The Riviera Travel Blog

From travel guides for our most popular destinations to insider insights from Riviera Travel experts, take a look at our blogs to inspire your next adventure

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View of Marienberg Fortress in Wurzburg - Bavaria, Germany

A Guide to the Main River

Expert advice on when to go, what to pack, and what to see when visiting Mainz, Nuremberg, Würzburg, and Miltenberg.

Panorama of Cochem town on the Moselle River in Germany

A Guide to Moselle River Cruises

Learn about the highlights of a Moselle River cruise, from Cochem and Trier to the romantic town of Bernkastel.

A male and female couple stood on the end of a jetty holding one another round the waist and arm with the sun on their faces.

What to Expect on a Yacht Cruise – Sailing Holidays in Croatia

Choose an idyllic yacht cruise destination such as sailing holidays in Croatia for your next adventure.

Route map of Budapest to the black sea

A Map of the Danube: From Black Forest to Black Sea

The Danube River flows with a rich cultural history that’s second to none in Europe - discover our Danube River map showing all the main highlights.

View on Passau, the city of three Rivers in Bavaria, Germany.

River Cruise Guide – 15 Reasons for Choosing River Cruising

A river cruise is a cultural adventure, one that visits several amazing destinations on one trip. Read on to find out which river cruise is right for you.

Netherlands houses overlooking the river Amstel canal in Amsterdam

Spring Cruising Guide to the Dutch Waterways

What to expect on a Dutch waterways river cruise – from first-class dining to luxury cabins – plus what to pack and wear.

Skyline view of Budapest at sunrise with Szechenyi Chain Bridge over the Danube river in Hungary

Less is More: Explore More on a Luxury River Cruise With So Much Included

Are you new to river cruises? Let us tell you why it is a great way to travel and discover how river cruises compare to ocean cruises.

The 10 Best Natural Wonders of Europe

Discover the 10 best natural wonders of Europe including Verdon Gorge, the Dolomites and the Matterhorn.

Abbey of Senanque and blooming rows lavender flowers in a large field

20 Reasons to Visit Provence

If you’re thinking about holidays to France, put the region of Provence on your bucket list for these 20 reasons and more. Read our blog.

River Cruises for Solo Travelers – 12 Solo River Cruise Tips

12 tips to get the most out of your solo river cruise.

Aerial shot of the Blue Lagoon thermal springs, Iceland.

20 Ideas for the Ultimate Europe Bucket List

Inspiration and ideas for the ultimate Europe bucket list – where to go, what to see and amazing experiences.

Historical half-timbered houses and cobbled streets of Rothenburg on a sunny day with blue sky and clouds in Franconia, Bavaria, Germany.

The History of Half-Timbered Houses: Our Medieval Germany Cruise

Synonymous with ancient European towns and villages, find out why the charming half-timbered houses are so prevalent in German architecture. Read more.