Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

Today, I'll tell you about the best places to visit on the Danube River. Cruises along this river lead to historical sites, quaint villages and beautiful Old World cities on a route through 10 countries.

Before we get to the highlights, here are some Danube cruise offers for our customers. Most of these deals must be booked by March 24.

Save 50% off the cruise price of sailings with Avalon Waterways.

Save 50% off the cruise price of AmaWaterways departures.

Save 40% on sailings with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises.

Save up to $3,650 per couple on departures with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Receive additional discounts in certain cabin categories for a total savings of up to $4,150 per couple.

Save up to $3,250 per couple on sailings with Emerald Cruises. Get additional discounts in select cabin categories for a total savings of up to $3,650 per couple.

Fly for free from select gateways, plus get reduced cruise fares and a free Silver Spirits beverage package on Viking cruises.

Save up to 50% on CroisiEurope sailings.

Save up to $5,500 per couple in select cabin categories on Riviera cruises, plus receive a free drinks package.

Many Danube itineraries start in Nuremberg, an impressive medieval city in Germany. Built on a rocky hill, Imperial Castle was one of the most important castles of the Holy Roman Empire during the Middle Ages and provides great views. The city was the location of the Nuremberg war crimes trials in 1945 and 1946, and local guides show travelers the Palace of Justice, where the trials took place.

In Passau, Germany, you may be treated to a concert on the 17,974-pipe organ in St. Stephen's Cathedral. Passau also has some fine examples of Gothic and Baroque architecture.

Originally a Celtic settlement and then a Roman garrison, Regensburg is a cultural hub in eastern Bavaria. Here you can see the old Roman gate, explore the well-preserved medieval center and stand upon the 12th-century Old Stone Bridge. The Wurstkuchl (Sausage Kitchen) is one of Germany's oldest restaurants.

Many Danube River itineraries include an excursion to Salzburg in Austria, where you can seek out the yellow building where Austrian composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756 and stroll through the manicured gardens of Mirabell Park, used in the filming of "The Sound of Music."

During a port call in Melk, many passengers head for the Benedictine abbey that sits high above the town on granite cliffs. The monastery was founded in 1089; be sure to check out the stunning ceiling frescoes, the large library filled with nearly 16,000 books and the terrific views from the terrace.

Austria's Wachau Valley is one of the most attractive stretches of the Danube, lined with terraced vineyards and picturesque villages like Durnstein, centered around the pretty blue and white tower of an abbey church.

In Vienna, attractions include Hofburg Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral and the Ringstrasse, a broad avenue lined by stately buildings. Your itinerary may offer the opportunity to attend an optional concert of classical music in the Austrian capital.

Bratislava in western Slovakia is the only national capital that borders two other countries, Austria and Hungary. It has an attractive Old Town, Baroque palaces and a massive white castle with a red roof sitting above the Danube.

The Hungarian capital of Budapest is divided by the Danube. River cruise passengers usually visit the Fisherman's Bastion, a large terrace that overlooks the city and river, as well as the ornate parliament building and Heroes Square, one of the city's most popular sites.

Belgrade, Serbia's capital, is one of Europe's oldest cities, perched at the confluence of the Danube and Sava rivers. Top sites include its fortress, the 1920s-era Royal Palace and Knez Mihailova -- the pedestrian-only, main shopping street. Upon leaving Belgrade, Danube riverboats sail through the Iron Gates, a spectacular gorge that forms the boundary between Serbia and Romania.

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Below I've provided links for the topics we've covered in our last 10 river cruise newsletters. Click any link to read more.

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Emerald Cruises -- Learn about the exceptional value this cruise company provides its guests.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, River Sailings for Active Travelers and More -- Get a few ideas that may help you plan your next vacation.

American Queen Voyages -- Explore cities and towns in the U.S. on a cruise along one of its famed rivers.

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AmaWaterways -- Read about the upscale experience offered by this leading cruise company.

American Cruise Lines -- Check out new itineraries and ships debuting in the U.S.

Brand-New Itineraries -- Take a look at new river cruise itineraries on the Rhine, Danube and other waterways.

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France River Cruises -- Discover the top sights of the Seine, Rhone, Saone and other beautiful waterways.

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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) Romantic Rhine, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save 50%. Starting at $1,850. Departures from May 27 through August 22, 2023.

2) Melodies of the Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins in Budapest and ends in Vilshofen. Save 50%. Starting at $1,700. Departures from July 15 through November 13, 2023.

3) Jewels of the Rhine, 8 days with Emerald Cruises. Travels between Basel and Amsterdam. Save up to $2,950 per couple. Enjoy additional savings in certain cabin categories. Starting at $1,820. Departures from April 22 through October 29, 2023.

4) Active & Discovery in Holland & Belgium, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Begins and ends in Amsterdam. Save 50%. Starting at $1,850. Departures from May 8 through September 6, 2023.

5) Venice & the Jewels of Veneto, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Begins and ends in Venice. Save with greatly reduced rates. Starting at $1,869. Departures from April 2 through August 27, 2023.

6) Lyon & Provence, 8 days with Viking. Travels between Lyon and Marseille. Fly for free, plus get reduced cruise fares. Also, receive a free Silver Spirits beverage package. Starting at 2,599. Departures from July 2 through November 14, 2023.

7) Danube Waltz, 8 days with Viking. Travels between Budapest and Munich. Fly for free, plus get reduced cruise fares. Also, receive a free Silver Spirits beverage package. Starting at $2,599. Departures from July 5 through November 22, 2023.

8) Pacific Northwest Splendor, 9 days with American Queen Voyages. Travels between Vancouver, WA, and Clarkston or Spokane. Save up to $2,600 per couple in certain cabin categories. Starting at $3,619. Departures from April 2 through November 19, 2023.

9) Gems of Eastern Europe, 15 days with Riviera River Cruises. Begins and ends in Budapest. Save up to $5,500 per couple, plus receive a free drinks package. Starting at $3,939. Departures from April 28 through September 28, 2023.

10) Lower Mississippi River Cruise, 8 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Memphis and New Orleans. Fly for free, plus save up to $1,500 per couple off the cruise price. Starting at $4,810. Departures from April 3 through June 26, 2023.

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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