PHOTO OF THE DAY 2015: Viking Idun in the Wachau Valley of Austria By WAVEJourney One of the most scenic sections for taking a river cruise on the Danube River is through the Wachau Valley in Austria. During a Romantic Danube Christmas Market Cruise (on Viking River Cruises‘ Viking Delling) we were followed by a […]
WEEKLY RIVER CRUISE TRAVEL TIP – MARCH 25, 2015 Active River Cruise Shore Excursions By WAVEJourney Q: Are there any river cruise companies that offer active shore excursions on their European cruises? A: Some river cruise companies do offer active shore excursions on their European trips. For example, AmaWaterways is one of the leaders in […]
Who exactly was it that came up with the term “Blue Danube”? Well, if memory (could be in trouble now) and research are our guides (best bet), we’re guessing it had something to do with that Austrian fellow, Johann Strauss II. “An der schönen blauen Donau” is the title of the waltz composed in 1867 […]
March 2019 Travel Tips and Tales Newsletter By WAVEJourney Greetings! Spring is here in the Northern Hemisphere and WJ has big travel plans! How about you? Chat with us and let us know where you’re going, what you’re doing, and ask for the advice and travel tips you need to enhance your adventures. After a […]