River Cruises

On this list, we aim for you to be able to discover details about each company that offers River Cruises, in a unique alternative to the massive ocean liners. Because the vessels are smaller (usually carrying fewer than 200 guests), the environment is more intimate, the team is tighter, and you are physically closer to the shore at all times. Also, as most common navigated rivers don’t have waves, people won’t get seasick, and the ships are much quieter.

Most river cruises operate under stricter labor regulations which can sometimes mean better base pay and social benefits compared to “Flags of Convenience” used by ocean liners, but it also means more taxes, deductions and passport requirements, like dual or multiple citizenship.