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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

Since 1947, Trafalgar has helped travelers see the world's most iconic destinations on expertly guided vacations that combine personalized service with a seamless, worry-free experience. This spring, the company expanded into a new style of travel, launching its first season of European river cruises.

Trafalgar has just released these brand-new offers on 2026 and 2027 departures:

Receive a free onboard credit of 500 euros per couple on 2026 sailings.

Save up to 30% on 2027 river cruises. Book by June 30.

Trafalgar sails Danube and Rhine itineraries aboard the 128-passenger Trafalgar Verity and Trafalgar Reverie. On Best of the Danube, guests can wander Bratislava's charming Old Town and savor Vienna's famous Sachertorte, while Best of the Rhine & Amsterdam features a cruise on picturesque canals and a special lunch at a family-owned farm. Next year, the company will introduce Seine River voyages in France aboard the 126-passenger Trafalgar Harmonie.

Every Trafalgar cruise includes all onboard meals, as well as beer and wine served with lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy a variety of onboard activities, from cooking demonstrations to regional cultural performances. Wellness offerings include yoga sessions and complimentary bicycle use, while Trafalgar's signature "Be My Guest" dining experiences are featured on every itinerary. Travelers can also enhance their vacation with optional hotel extensions in cities like Lucerne, Prague, Paris and London.

To see a complete list of Trafalgar's river cruise departures, click here.

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River cruise operators recognize that many guests want options for staying fit while traveling. These lines offer wellness programs and fitness amenities on board -- like gyms, spas and pools -- and provide unique and active ways to explore ashore.

Sailings with Avalon Waterways include guided active excursions, like a hike to Bratislava Castle in Slovakia or a morning run in the French town of Caudebec-en-Caux with the Avalon Adventure Host. Active & Discovery itineraries provide an even larger selection of active options in every port of call with hiking, biking, canoeing and jogging excursions.

The "Let's Go" shore excursions of Uniworld Boutique River Cruises include walking, hiking, cycling, kayaking and golfing tours. Bicycle to Claude Monet's home at Giverny or hike up to a 12th-century castle on the Rhine, for example. The line's Wellness on the Water amenities include yoga sessions, TRX suspension training classes, fitness centers and heated pools.

Emerald Cruises & Tours has the EmeraldACTIVE program, which might feature a guided bike tour along the Danube or a hike in Germany's Black Forest. Its sister company, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, has similar options, like cycling through the Dutch town of Veere or to a Bordeaux wine estate for a tasting.

As part of its program, AmaWaterways has wellness hosts fleetwide in Europe (except for ships in Portugal). They lead fitness classes like stretching, core strengthening and resistance-band training and also conduct hiking, biking and jogging excursions.

Trafalgar offers morning yoga, as mentioned above, as well as a rotating schedule of group activities led by wellness coaches. The fitness center features weights, yoga mats and more.

Several lines also carry bicycles on their ships, so passengers can pedal along riverside paths or through cities and towns on their own.

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In case you missed any of our recent river cruise newsletters, I've provided links below for the last 10 topics we've covered. Click any link to read more.

Limited-Time River Cruise Deals -- Take advantage of fantastic offers for Vacations To Go customers.

AmaWaterways -- Receive special access to deals from one of the industry's most experienced river cruise operators.

Viking River Cruises -- Consider a trip with the world's largest river cruise line.

10 Best-Selling Europe River Cruises -- Check out 10 of our most popular itineraries in Europe.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Receive special savings on the all-inclusive cruises offered by this line.

Avalon Waterways -- Read about the personalized experiences that are available on an Avalon river cruise.

France River Cruises -- Learn about top sights along the Seine, Rhone, Saone and other rivers.

Emerald Cruises & Tours -- Get exceptional value on these river sailings.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises -- This brand is known for its upscale ships and thoughtful itineraries.

Highlights of Cruising the Danube River -- Read about the best places to visit on the Danube River.

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Here are this week's Top 10 River Cruises. All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.

1) The Blue Danube, 8 days with Riviera Travel. Begins and ends in Budapest. Save up to 68%. Starting at $1,799. Departures from July 24, 2026 through October 25, 2027.

2) Brilliant Bordeaux, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Save up to 51%. Starting at $1,862. Departures from July 12, 2026 through October 24, 2027.

3) Rhine River Cruise, 9 days with Gate 1. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save up to 17%. Starting at $1,969. Departures from July 2, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

4) Sensations of Lyon & Provence, 8 days with Emerald Cruises & Tours. Travels between Lyon and Nice or Marseille. Save up to 77%. Starting at $2,056. Departures from July 4, 2026 through December 11, 2027.

5) Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Travels between Basel and Amsterdam. Save up to 47%. Starting at $2,200. Departures from June 30, 2026 through December 28, 2027.

6) Danube Waltz, 8 days with Viking. Travels between Passau and Budapest. Save with reduced cruise fares and special air offers. Plus, get a free beverage package and $500 per couple in free shipboard credit. Starting at $2,399. Departures from July 5, 2026 through November 21, 2028.

7) Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Begins and ends in Porto. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,481. Departures from July 8, 2026 through November 17, 2027.

8) Highlights of Normandy & the Seine, 8 days with with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Begins and ends in Paris. Save up to 72%. Starting at $3,436. Departures from June 29, 2026 through October 29, 2027.

9) Heart of Belgium & Holland, 8 days with Tauck. Begins in Brussels and ends in Amsterdam. Starting at $4,690. Departures from August 19, 2026 through October 20, 2027.

10) Columbia & Snake Rivers, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Clarkston and Portland. Save up to 18%. Starting at $4,955. Departures from October 20, 2026 through April 4, 2027.

Customers in the US and Canada can call us toll-free at 800-510-4002. For a list of our other toll-free numbers worldwide, click here.

Please e-mail me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@rivercruise.com and I will respond the same day.

Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go