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Dear Vacations To Go Customer,

Cruising America's great rivers is a carefree and enjoyable way to experience the country's rich heritage and scenic beauty. Vacations To Go can save you money on these trips, as we offer every discount, deal and special promotion available.

Before we get to the top attractions, here are some great offers on U.S. river cruises.

Save up to 29% on American Cruise Lines' itineraries. Book by July 6.

Save with discounted cruise and air rates on Viking cruises. Plus, the deposit amount required to book is only $25 per person. Book by July 31.

Below are brief summaries of what you might experience while cruising America's rivers. Click the links to see all the latest deals and search for itineraries.

Board a comfortable ship and cruise the Mississippi River, which winds its way from northern Minnesota to the Gulf of Mexico. On the Upper Mississippi, you can visit Mark Twain's hometown of Hannibal, Missouri, and explore the arts scene in Red Wing, Minnesota. During the fall, see brightly colored autumn foliage. On the lower section of the river, experience Southern hospitality as you tour beautifully restored mansions, like Oak Alley in Louisiana, and dine on world-famous cuisine in New Orleans' French Quarter.

As the largest tributary of the Mississippi River, the Ohio River was a major transportation route for Native Americans and European explorers and settlers. Sailings can include Henderson, Kentucky, once home to naturalist and painter John James Audubon; keep an eye out for the 12 bronze bird statues around town, plus one of Audubon. In Paducah, Kentucky -- where the Ohio meets the Tennessee River -- the galleries of the LowerTown Arts District are big draws. Cincinnati, Ohio, offers a vibrant cultural center and eclectic architecture, and Louisville, Kentucky, is known for its horse-racing heritage. Ohio River itineraries can include segments on the Mississippi River.

The Tennessee River touches four states, flowing from east of Knoxville, Tennessee, to Paducah, where it converges with the Ohio River. During the Civil War, Union troops strategically used the river to invade Confederate territory, leaving behind a notable list of Civil War sites. Tennessee River itineraries can include time at the Shiloh National Military Park south of Savannah, Tennessee, and the W.C. Handy Home & Museum in Florence, Alabama, where the "Father of the Blues" was born in 1873.

Head west to the Columbia River in Oregon and Washington and follow in the footsteps of famed explorers Lewis and Clark. Itineraries also incorporate sights on the Snake River. These trips offer opportunities to see the Mount St. Helens National Volcanic Monument, the Columbia River Gorge and the Bonneville Dam, a National Historic Site whose construction started in 1934.

The Hudson River flows from the Adirondack Mountains to New York City. A cruise is a great way to see the region's amazing scenery and experience the art, history and culture of the Big Apple. Famous landmarks on the route include Sleepy Hollow, Franklin D. Roosevelt's Springwood estate in Hyde Park and West Point Military Academy. Fall sailings showcase the region's brilliant foliage

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In case you missed any of our recent river cruise newsletters, I've provided links below for the last 10 topics we've covered. Click any link to read more.

Germany River Cruises -- Read about top sights along the Rhine, Danube, Mosel and other waterways.

Limited-Time River Cruise Deals -- Take advantage of fantastic offers for Vacations To Go customers.

Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours -- Browse this company's all-inclusive offerings.

Themed River Cruises -- Find itineraries that are designed around a particular theme, such as culinary or musical interests.

Viking River Cruises -- See special offers from one of the world's largest river cruise operators.

Highlights of the Danube -- Learn about the best places to visit on the Danube River.

Avalon Waterways -- Customize your river cruise experience with a variety of flexible excursion options.

Emerald Cruises -- Get exceptional value on these river sailings.

10 Best-Selling River Itineraries -- See some of our most popular river cruises in Europe and the U.S.

AmaWaterways -- Receive special access to deals from this well-known river cruise company.

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Here are this week's Top 10 River Cruises. All prices are per person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.

1) Gems of the Danube, 8 days with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. Travels between Budapest and Munich. Save up to 77%. Starting at $2,270. Departures from July 19, 2025 through October 26, 2026.

2) Timeless Venice, 6 days with CroisiEurope. Begins and ends in Venice. Save up to 30%. Starting at $1,353. Departures from July 25, 2025 through August 24, 2025.

3) Jewels of the Rhine, 8 days with Emerald Cruises. Travels between Amsterdam and Zurich. Save up to 78%. Starting at $1,723. Departures from July 19, 2025 through November 12, 2026.

4) The Blue Danube, 8 days with Riviera Travel. Begins and ends in Budapest. Save up to 61%. Starting at $1,799. Departures from July 18, 2025 through October 28, 2026.

5) The Douro, Porto and Salamanca, 8 days with Riviera Travel. Begins and ends in Porto. Save up to 61%. Starting at $1,849. Departures from July 17, 2025 through November 8, 2026.

6) Melodies of the Danube, 8 days with AmaWaterways. Begins in Budapest and ends in Vilshofen. Save up to 47%. Starting at $1,950. Departures from July 19, 2025 through November 9, 2026.

7) Brilliant Bordeaux, 8 days with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Begins and ends in Bordeaux. Save up to 41%. Starting at $2,100. Departures from August 31, 2025 through October 25, 2026.

8) Romantic Rhine, 8 days with Avalon Waterways. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel. Save up to 49%. Starting at $2,110. Departures from July 15, 2025 through November 17, 2026.

9) Paris & the Heart of Normandy, 8 days with Viking. Begins and ends in Paris. Save with reduced cruise fares and special air offers. Starting at $2,599. Departures from July 25, 2025 through November 26, 2027.

10) Lower Mississippi, 9 days with American Cruise Lines. Travels between Memphis and New Orleans. Save up to 21%. Starting at $3,795. Departures from November 21, 2025 through February 27, 2026.

Customers in the US and Canada can call us toll-free at 800-510-4002. For a list of our other toll-free numbers worldwide, click here.

Please e-mail me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@rivercruise.com and I will respond the same day.

Sincerely,

Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go