River Cruise Lines Comparison Viking, Emerald & Scenic River Cruises. Real Travel expert Laura Dodson, with Cruise & Travel Specialists of Portland Oregon, joins Ken to compare three of her most recommended river cruise lines, Viking River Cruise, Emerald Waterways and Scenic River Cruises. Laura defines the differences between each line and where they fall in terms of category with Emerald Waterways and Viking River cruises being premium, and Scenic being luxury. Learn which river cruise line is the most all inclusive and which one has some very innovative onboard features. Laura also details a river cruise comparison by total cost between each line, the results of which may surprise you, but there are caveats which one needs to consider when booking your next European river cruise. All of this, plus some great river cruise tips, the types of guest each river cruise line attracts, a look at the atmosphere on board and best time to book your next river cruise on Viking, Emerald Waterways and Scenic Cruises
Image & Video Credits: Scenic Clips and Images: Courtesy of Scenic Cruises Emerald Waterways Clips and Images: Courtesy of Emerald Waterways Viking River Cruises Clips and Images: Courtesy of Viking River Cruise Rafting Image: Courtesy Stefan B from Bratislava, Slovakia, via Wikimedia Commons
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TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction 00:14 Special Guest & Travel Expert, Laura Dodson 01:07 What is "all inclusive" in river cruising? 01:36 Scenic River Cruises 02:23 Viking River Cruises 03:13 Emerald Waterways 03:28 Comparison of Public Spaces & Amenities 04:37 Background on Emerald Waterways 08:37 All About Scenic River Cruises 11:08 Stateroom Size Comparison & Solo Cabins 14:01 Itineraries Offered 15:14 Beverage Packages 15:54 Guest demographics 16:26 Food Comparison 17:57 Price Comparison USD 22:18 WiFi 23:17 Mobility Issues 24:00 How Do You Know Which Line To Choose 24:31 Water levels: How Scenic & Emerald Work with CHUBB Insurance 27:24 Who is Best Suited for Each Cruise Line 28:22 Booking advice 29:53 Contacting Laura
