Christmas Markets River Cruise

(31 Reviews)
100% Recommended

Laura Wake Kennedy

Holland, MI

River and Ocean Cruising Travel Specialist

Hi I'm Laura Kennedy, I have over 30 years of travel experience and have been a travel specialist since 2011. 

I believe how you travel matters!  Cruising is my specialty.  Why, because I believe it is the best way to travel.  Unpack once a...

Hi I'm Laura Kennedy, I have over 30 years of travel experience and have been a travel specialist since 2011. 

I believe how you travel matters!  Cruising is my specialty.  Why, because I believe it is the best way to travel.  Unpack once and relax.  I do also work with air & land travel as well (air, rail, car, hotel etc), but the majority of my traveling guests prefer River & Ocean cruising.

Want to go on a cruise for your next vacation?  Which way is best for you Ocean or River? 

  Ocean cruises take you to countries

  River cruises take you through countries. 

I love that, because it is so true.  Let me help you decide which mode (air/land, ocean or river) would make the ideal vacation for you.

 

Why work with me?  I believe a Well-Planned trip Equals:

• Freedom
• More time to do what you want to do
• Less stress
• Peace of mind
• Door to Door planning
• Keeping to your budget
• Fully Prepared Travel Documents
• Value for time and money

Although I specialize in River, Ocean, Small Ship and Luxury Cruises, I work with all forms of travel for my clients to create the perfect vacation package for each trip. 

My business is built almost entirely on referrals and those only come from happy and repeat clients.  I take your travel personally and make it my priority to work with you to create the perfect vacation. 

Let me help you with your travel plans, call, text or email me to discuss your next destination and I will send you a free quote.

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The magic of Christmas Markets, Cheers!

Christmas Markets River Cruises are truly magical.  The shopping, the music, the lights, the decorations and sharing it all with the new friends you'll meet or bringing along old ones.  Honestly, if you like Christmas and have the Christmas spirit, or need to up yours a little, then I can only say, book these cruise itineraries now for the next Christmas season. 

I have done these Christmas markets cruises on the Rhine and Danube and found each one special and unique.  We went from Amsterdam to Basel Switzerland and flew out of Zurich after a post cruise stay there. 

The Danube we went from Vienna to Nuremburg with a post cruise stay in Prague.  We sipped mugs of hot mulled wine while we strolled the markets and towns.      Our stay at the Vienna Intercontinental was beautiful, staff was excellent, food was great.  Location was very convenient for the Hop-on-hop off tour and this was the hotel for the Avalon loading as well.  Easy transfer to the ship from the hotel after a short wait in the ballroom.  Recommend the two day hop-on-hop off tour.  Very informative and since the city is so big and amazing, it saves on the walking.   The Panoramic boat was stunning.  Huge floor to ceiling wall to wall glass doors in our cabin, your entire room becomes the balcony, you have more space.  The dining was varied and generous portions including local cuisine, beers and wines.  The wine region is highly recommended for clients that are wine enthusiasts.    Nuremburg:  Beautifully fully restored old city, previously destroyed in WWII.  Very pretty Christmas market. Durnstein-Apricots are their specialty, in jam, wines, and more.  Wonderful tour around the area and beautiful scenery.  Prague really was a stunning  city one of our favorites that we visited-great for history and old architecture.  The White Horse is a fabulous restaurant, if you choose to eat there and enjoy the entertainment, you must do so in the basement it is really a special treat.  Best Christmas display is in old city with fabulous markets and shops nearby.  The Charles bridge with it’s statue's even had local artist vendors during the market time.Salzburg was another special stop, great for all visitors, especially those fans of Sound of Music. Regensburg-Got to visit Wurstkuchl for sausage, sour kraut and a beer, delicious (everyone ate their entire plate).  Desembarkation was super easy, coach picked us up at the hotel and took us to the airport. Prague airport was small, convenient and no issues with language, food or boarding. In summary it was a Great trip and I highly recommend it.