Sail into 2022
Look ahead to next Christmas and New Year and plan a relaxed trip aboard a decked-out river cruise ship, sailing some of Europe’s most beautiful waterways
As we embrace slower, more mindful travel, a European river cruise is the perfect way to celebrate the festive season next year. Here’s why…
UNWIND AND RELAX
With a laid-back river cruise, you can escape your to-do list, indulge in delectable cuisine and make daily stops in some of Europe’s most enticing cities to see the sights and visit the Christmas markets. TUI offers five- or seven-night river cruises throughout November and December, so you’ll soon forget all about waking up early to put the turkey in the oven.
TRAVEL IN STYLE
If you’re looking for that home-awayfrom-home feeling, a river cruise is an ideal option. You can take in stunning views from the comfort of your cabin and enjoy your morning cup of tea watching cityscapes sweep past. Plus, you’ll move from one destination to the next without ever having to pack and unpack your bags.
DINE AS YOU PLEASE
Forget trawling through online reviews and taking taxis to dinner; with a river cruise, your next meal is just steps away. When you travel with TUI, there are no set dining times and a choice of restaurants and bars, all of which serve fresh, tasty seasonal produce from trusted local suppliers.
GET FESTIVE
Nothing lifts the spirits more than a Christmas market. Cruising through Europe means you can market-hop your way around some of the best, from Germany’s oldest and largest market in Frankfurt; to Strasbourg, whose six-week-long market has given rise to the city’s nickname ‘the Capital of Christmas’; and the apple-and-cinnamon-scent-filled streets of Koblenz. Tick off your shopping and hunt for handcrafted artisan gifts while you sample local festive foods and warming tipples, before heading back to the ship to put your feet up and enjoy mulled wine and Christmas carols. You can even plan your trip so you get to see in the New Year while you’re away.
BEFORE YOU GO
Check official FCO travel advice and make sure you have any paperwork required. For extra peace of mind, book with a trusted operator like TUI, which offers a ‘River Cruise Promise’ that means it won’t sail anywhere that will need you to quarantine upon your return. Finally, consider carbon offsetting your travel miles at climatecare.org/carbon-offsetting
See more of Europe and make next Christmas one to remember with a TUI River Cruise. To find out more, visit tui.co.uk/river-cruises