The Riviera Travel Blog

From travel guides for our most popular destinations to insider insights from Riviera Travel experts, take a look at our blogs to inspire your next adventure

10 Brilliant Things to See and Do in Northern India

Plan a holiday to Northern India and enjoy a trip of a lifetime – from a tiger safari to visiting the world’s largest camel fair in Pushkar.

Assos village on Kefalonia Island and beautiful blue bay in Greece

20 August 2021

Cruising the Ionian Islands – The Best Ionian Islands to Visit

Set sail on a relaxing Greek islands sea cruise and discover the best Ionian islands to visit, including Ithaca, Kefalonia and Lefkas.

Side view of a cruise ship in transit along the ocean

23 July 2021

Ocean Versus River Cruising Guide – Which to Choose

Our guide compares the best of both options to help you choose your next cruising holiday – ocean, river or both!

Roman aqueduct of Segovia under a sunset sky

09 July 2021

10 Best Roman Ruins to Visit in Europe

Discover our incredible European escorted tours and river cruises that let you discover the best Roman ruins in person.

Indian Woman Eating with hands at restaurant in India

25 June 2021

12 International Etiquette Tips Every Traveller Should Know

From the quirky to the essential – 12 noteworthy tips for being a culturally aware traveller.

Aerial of Neuschwanstein castle surrounded by vegetation in Bavaria, Germany

11 June 2021

14 Famous Castles to Visit in Europe

Learn about some of the most famous castles in Europe and their fascinating histories on our European tours and river cruises.

Aerial view of Paris cityscape with the Eiffel Tower in France

01 June 2021

Celebrating 37 Years of Riviera: Where It All Began

As Riviera turned 37 in 2021, we turned reflective and shared some of our special memories, as penned by Amy, who has been with us since 1996.

28 May 2021

A Map of the Danube: From Black Forest to Black Sea

The Danube River flows with a rich cultural history that’s second to none in Europe - discover our Danube River map showing all the main highlights.

View on Passau, the city of three Rivers in Bavaria, Germany.

14 May 2021

River Cruise Guide – 15 Reasons for Choosing River Cruising

A river cruise is a cultural adventure, one that visits several amazing destinations on one trip. Read on to find out which river cruise is right for you.