2019 Cruisers' Choice Destination Awards

View top-rated cruise destinations and lines around the globe according to cruisers, based on member review ratings for trips taken in the last year.

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Avalon Waterways

1 of 3 European River River Ship Cruise Lines

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"The ship is built like a hotel, very comfortable and everything is accessible ... The flexibility on the activities for the trip was what I liked the most. You can go on the included excursions, add additional excursions, go on your own or stay and chill on the ship. The service was 5-stars and we were treated with courtesy and respect by everyone from the crew. I would recommend this trip to anyone."

Member Review: Mrosario


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AmaWaterways

2 of 3 European River River Ship Cruise Lines

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"AmaWaterways does a great job with their attention to detail and overseeing all logistics to help assure a stress free travel experience."

Member Review: chimay53

Emerald River Cruises

3 of 3 European River River Ship Cruise Lines

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"Our very first river cruise, and it's hard to believe we'll ever have a more enjoyable, rewarding cruise experience."

Member Review: AndrewMorris62


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