You need to know this before you book a River Cruise!

In this video we discuss the differences between Ocean and River cruises. We cover ships design, size, privacy, food, entertainment, destinations, accessibility and more. We also show you that you don't have to spend a fortune to go river cruising!

We hope this video shows you what river cruising is really like so you can make an informed choice whether this type of cruising would be for you.

We cruised on TUI Isla in April 2022.
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About Paul and Carole Love to Travel
We are a married middle aged couple from Gloucester, England who share our tips, advice and experience on how you can choose the right cruise line, cruise ship snd cabin. Cruising is expensive so we use all our experiences to give the best tips and advice so you can make the right choice too!
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[deborahwade]

We've watched quite a few of your videos and have to say no matter what you're reviewing we completely enjoy watching you both. We love you and your honest and fun banter also great information. Thank you Paul and Carole. 🥰

[KMA]

I love your humor, Carole and Paul. Thank you for your cruise tips and experience.

[knitnutconnie]

We have been on 9 river cruises about 5 ocean and the river cruises are MUCH preferred. Do not like days at sea and crowded on and off, not casino fans., etc…..So river cruises are for us………thanks….You did a good job in comparing the cruises.🇨🇦❤️🇨🇦

[loumello]

We have done 33 ocean cruises and two river cruises. The river cruises were both with Viking and we did the Grand European and the Waterways of the Tsars. They were both 15 day cruises with a pre-cruise for each. We did get to know everyone with a couple of days and that is usually a good thing because most river cruisers are quite experienced travelers and mostly interested in the destinations. There could always be some that you find annoying so you quickly learn who to avoid and who to hang out with. We really enjoyed the local entertainment that came on the ship in most ports, very interesting and fun. We actually had a glass blower in one place in Germany and it was fantastic, interesting and entertaining.

[apgx]

As always very entertaining, thank you. Our first two cruises were river cruises and both were on the Egyptian Nile and absolutely fab. However, with Paul in mind, many of the excursions are early starts so that might cause a few frowns. On our second cruise the one lock at Edna was rather entertaining for through our open cabin window flew a table cloth which landed beside me. One of the chappies selling his wares from the riverside was taking full advantage of our stationary position by bartering with the other guests on the top deck but his aim was slightly off 😝. Needless to say I turfed it back and thankfully my aim was marginally better. Yes, there’s no escaping fellow passengers who may have a few strange ways. We had one couple whom we nick named ‘Mr & Mrs Happy’ as oh dear they never smiled. Well, that was until the Galabeya party night, what a completely different couple they turned out to be when we were all in fancy dress playing silly party games.

[ernienunez]

Thank you! We're taking our first river cruise in October and the info you've provided is quite helpful. Love the banter too!

[patneville]

This is the most informative video I’ve found on so far. I’m 71 and single and going on my first river cruise on the River Douro with Saga next month, I’ve never been on a sea cruise either. Your vlog was very entertaining and I feel more confident that you said it’s suitable for single travellers. As I’m going in a group with Saga hopefully I’ll find other people to talk to. I enjoyed your other Tui vlogs as well!

[gloriamiller]

You two are a hoot! Loved your video post. It seemed like you covered everything! I’ve been on a Viking cruise down the Rhine and LOVED every minute of it. Am doing the Viking Christmas Market Cruise in late November. I can’t do an ocean cruise as I get deathly sick 😢 but the river cruise was fine. I did however just to be safe wear a patch. Thank you for your post.❤

[tracymiller]

Loved this! Recently retired 66 year old in the US just starting to think about a river cruise. Great information.

[angelahorton]

Great being part of the live premier. As always a balanced review and some really interesting facts to think about when choosing a river cruise. Thank you!

[karenbryant]

I have had river cruises on my bucket list so this video answered lots of questions. I know not to expect the same experiences as I've had on my ocean cruises. I like variety and I will love a river cruise, for sure! Being prepared for the different style and being flexible will go a long way to having a pleasant river cruise experience. My favorite parts will be the daily excursions and easy access to the town centers. Loved this vlog!

[genesevcik]

I found your channel just recently for the QM2 series. I find myself laughing out loud several times a video. Good stuff, thanks for that!

[scruff]

You two crack me up, I love your videos very informative and you always have a great laugh along the way. You're the kind of people we love to meet on our holidays. Great luck to you both xx

[shirleywatkins]

Have been on two river cruises Budapest to Amsterdam and Moscow to St Petersburg. Both really great and good value for your money. To J Lizardi, "strangers are just friends you have not yet met". There are some wonderful friendly people out there all enjoying their river cruise holidays. Thanks Paul and Carole for yet another down to earth vlog.

[ericammons]

Best to book next to the high end suites on the upper decks. They’re often on the port side. Better views for sure!

[kevinbanham]

Right then fantastic information. I’m Looking forward to the vlogs to see what fun you had

[marielco]

Thank you for your TUI Isla river cruise videos. My husband and I have done 19 ocean cruises and have just booked our first river cruise on the TUI Isla for the Rhine Christmas markets at the end of this year. It was very helpful to hear all you comments about the difference between river and ocean and to see around the Isla.

[williamsharp]

Very nice, thank you. At 65 I would never go on a large cruise ship with thousands of people, and many far too young to be around. When it comes to crying babies? no no no no no never! I love river cruising for so many of the reasons you stated and would not recommend this type of travel to young people since there's not enough onboard entertainment. If ever a crying baby gets snuck onboard there's going to be more than one adult ready to toss it overboard. lol

[neutralfashion]

Omg you two are brilliant. I'd love to do a river cruise. You sound like your from Bristol as well 🙂. Great video very informative and I don't mean this in a rude way but it's so nice to see older people doing vlogs.

[pearl]

Aww that was a fantastic vlog for river cruising.. Very interesting and informative.. Must say looks great.. So many ports, excellent way of seeing and experiencing different places. Floating hotel takes you there, no hassle.. Thanks Carole and Paul.. Thanks for sharing your holiday.. Much appreciated.. Xx 😊