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Best Ways to Celebrate Spring Around the World

Welcome spring with vibrant traditions from around the world! From Thailand’s Songkran water fights to Spain’s fiery Fallas Festival, discover how different cultures celebrate with age-old customs that mark the arrival of sunnier days.

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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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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.

Beautiful sunrise at Ankor Wat temple complex in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Mekong Luxury River Cruising Guide

Enjoy first-class accommodation, dining and service on a luxury Mekong cruise through the heart of South-East Asia.

maldives beach

Maldives Cruise – First Timer’s Guide

Enjoy a holiday of a lifetime in the Maldives – one of the world’s most sought-after destinations with more than 1,000 magical islands.

A cheetah mother laying with her three cubs amongst the bushes

Northern Lights and the Siberian Railway: The Ultimate Over-55s Must-Visit List

The Ultimate bucket list for over 55's including must visit locations: New Zealand, Cananda and more...

Coastal view from Tintagel in Cornwall, UK

7 Must-See UK Landmarks

Whether you love history, wildlife or soaking up the natural beauty of an area, these are seven of the many must-see landmarks in the UK. Take a look.

Cheerful senior couple looking at arrival departure board at an airport

13 Long-Haul Flight Tips – Coping With Long-Distance Travel

How to cope with a long-haul flight – 13 tips for arriving feeling refreshed and ready to enjoy your holiday.

Senior couple posing for self-portrait with mobile phone

Ways to Keep in Touch for Less When Travelling

Want to keep in touch while on holiday overseas without running up a massive bill? Here's how you come back with happy memories, not a huge phone bill.

Illuminated Reichstag building, glass dome modern monument with spiral walkways to the top

Top Things to Do in Berlin – 1, 2 and 3-Day City Guide

Wondering about the top things to do in Berlin? Read our one-, two- and three-day Berlin City guide.

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.

Sample a Slice of History: the Sachertorte

Meet the iconic sachertorte - Rich melted chocolate, springy layers of sponge and a jammy apricot glaze - a famous Austrian cake synonymous with Vienna.