Growing In Popularity: Why European River Cruises Are Becoming A Must For Millennials
Most young, adventurous millennial travelers from the United States looking to head to Europe for vacation are expected to stay in dorms while eating on the cheap to see as much as possible.
I cruised on AmaViola last year. Though I was one of the youngest passengers on board, I made many new friends . © 2019 Britton frost
Few people would guess that the savviest young travelers now book a European river cruise rather than the classic backpacking trip.
Not familiar with river cruises? Are you unsure why European river cruises would be a must for millennials? Keep reading to find out.
A Sophisticated Atmosphere with Casual Requirements
European river cruises offer younger patrons a more upscale atmosphere than most backpacker hostels while remaining casual enough to be welcoming. Sailing on most cruise lines, you won’t need to invest in overly fancy dresses or dapper suits to dine on a river cruise.
Even the understated, but luxurious décor of a river cruise invites without intimidating. The simple, elegant feel created by hardwoods and high-end finishes make you feel like you’re living in luxury without it breaking your bank account.
An Authentic, Cultural Experience
The biggest advantage of a river cruise over a traditional ship is the amount of time you get to spend in your port of call. Most river cruises bring you to a new destination every day or every other day with longer stays in port to explore.
Most river cruise ships choose local musical acts and other entertainers to perform onboard, so you feel connected to the region. On most cruise lines, you can book an excursion that's included in your fare price if you don't want to explore the local area alone – but exploring alone is always fun, too.
Don't be afraid to ask about special activities or events that you can book separately. You can also take a free guided tour to explore the area's culture, history and learn other local insights.
Food, Food, Food, and More Food
If there's one thing that millennials collectively love, it's Instagram-worthy food. Even if they do not share photos on social media, many millennials are self-proclaimed foodies who enjoy gorgeous, gourmet food.
A European river cruise provides an upscale experience while paying homage to popular local dishes made with local ingredients. You can even request local wine pairings depending on the cruise ship.
Millennials can also satisfy their coffee fix without paying a fortune since premium coffees, teas, and lattes usually come included.
Book a European River Cruise
Now you can see why so many millennials want to give European river cruises a chance. Having a small, private room and panoramic views on an airy deck sure beat loud hostels and uncomfortable train seats.
Are you ready to give river cruising a try for your vacation this year?
Learn where you should go on a river cruise depending on the time of year and your interests.
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