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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

Today, I'll tell you about the best places to visit on the Danube River. Cruises on the river typically spend time in several countries, stopping at historic sites, quaint villages and beautiful Old World cities along the way.

Before we get to the highlights, here are some Danube cruise offers for our customers. Most of these deals expire soon, so call right away if you see something you like.

Save up to 81% off Emerald cruises. Book by July 19.

Save up to 72% on departures with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Book by July 19.

Save up to 66% on sailings with Riviera Travel. Book by July 24.

Save up to 50% on cruises with Avalon Waterways. Book by July 24.

Save up to 51% on departures with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Book by July 24.

Save up to 47% on AmaWaterways sailings. Book by July 31.

Save with discounted cruise rates and special air offers on Viking cruises. Plus, get a free beverage package and $500 per couple in free shipboard credit. Book by July 31.

Save up to 32% off Trafalgar river cruises. Book by August 3.

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. 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 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. You may also have an opportunity to attend a classical music concert.

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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In case you missed any of our recent river cruise newsletters, I've provided links below for the last 10 topics we've covered. Click any link to read more.

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10 Best-Selling River Cruises -- Take a look at some of our best-selling river cruise itineraries.

Limited-Time River Cruise Deals -- Take advantage of fantastic new offers for Vacations To Go customers.

Emerald Cruises & Tours -- Get exceptional value on these river sailings.

Riviera River Cruises -- Read about ships and itineraries from this company.

New Trafalgar River Cruises Plus Sailings for Active Travelers -- Get a few ideas that may help you plan your next vacation.

AmaWaterways -- Receive special access to deals from one of the industry's most experienced river cruise operators.

Viking River Cruises -- Consider a trip with the world's largest river cruise line.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Receive special savings on the all-inclusive cruises offered by this line.

Avalon Waterways -- Read about the personalized experiences that are available on an Avalon river cruise.

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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) Best of the Danube, 8 days with Trafalgar. Travels between Budapest and Passau. Save up to 32%. Starting at $2,014. Departures from April 24, 2027 through October 23, 2027.

2) Romantic Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins in Vilshofen and ends in Budapest. Save up to 47%. Starting at $1,880. Departures from July 29, 2026 through November 13, 2027.

3) Bonjour Bordeaux, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Save up to 50%. Starting at $2,181. Departures from August 4, 2026 through November 3, 2026.

4) The Douro, Porto and Salamanca, 8 days with Riviera Travel. Begins and ends in Porto. Save up to 61%. Starting at $2,199. Departures from August 2, 2026 through November 7, 2027.

5) Rhine Getaway, 8 days with Viking. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save with reduced cruise fares and special air offers. Plus, get a free beverage package and $500 per couple in shipboard credit. Starting at $2,199. Departures from August 6, 2026 through November 24, 2028.

6) Rhine Highlights, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel or Zurich. Save up to 75%. Starting at $2,285. Departures from August 19, 2026 through November 12, 2027.

7) Sensations of Lyon and Provence, 8 days with Emerald Cruises & Tours. Travels between Lyon and Nice. Save up to 71%. Starting at $2,620. Departures from August 15, 2026 through September 25, 2027.

8) Columbia & Snake Rivers, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Clarkston and Portland. Save up to 18%. Starting at $4,605. Departures from October 20, 2026 through April 4, 2027.

9) Impressions from the Seine: Paris to Normandy, 8 days with Tauck. Begins and ends in Paris. Starting at $5,890. Departures from September 22, 2026 through October 27, 2027.

10) Cruise & Tour: Savor Northern Italy, 14 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Begins in Milan and ends in Venice. Starting at $9,114. Departures from May 24, 2027 through September 13, 2027.

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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