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THERESA BRANDT | RIVER CRUISING | THERESA'S TRAVEL
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![Discover the Wonders of Egypt on a Nile River Cruise](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/f83ccc_3d9a00514a9a4f70a7ae145ea0978ba4~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_514,h_386,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/f83ccc_3d9a00514a9a4f70a7ae145ea0978ba4~mv2.webp)
Sep 10, 20243 min read
Discover the Wonders of Egypt on a Nile River Cruise
Is a cruise on the Nile worth it? Discover the luxury, history, and culture of Egypt on a Nile River cruise.
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Jun 20, 20233 min read
Unveiling the Best-Kept Secrets of Prague: Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring the City's Hidden Gems
An Ultimate Guide to Prague Prague is as pretty as the websites and travel brochures promise, and thankfully, for river cruise travelers,...
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Sep 30, 20244 min read
The ABCs of River Cruising
Discover the ABCs of river cruising—from all-inclusive perks to zero stress. Luxury, comfort, and adventure await on your next journey!
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![Discover Dürnstein Nestled in the Heart of the Wachau Valley](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/nsplsh_8307685d0e144c24bd38ac52254823eb~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_514,h_386,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/nsplsh_8307685d0e144c24bd38ac52254823eb~mv2.webp)
May 19, 20243 min read
Discover Dürnstein Nestled in the Heart of the Wachau Valley
Nestled in the heart of the Wachau Valley, Dürnstein is a gem that shines with historical significance and natural beauty. This...
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Jan 16, 20242 min read
Exploring the Majesty of Schönbrunn Palace
Nestled in the heart of Vienna stands a symbol of Austria's imperial past and cultural heritage: Schönbrunn Palace. As a UNESCO World...
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Jun 20, 20233 min read
Unveiling the Best-Kept Secrets of Prague: Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring the City's Hidden Gems
An Ultimate Guide to Prague Prague is as pretty as the websites and travel brochures promise, and thankfully, for river cruise travelers,...
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Apr 24, 20233 min read
Make the Most of Munich
Munich is Germany in microcosm, both satisfying all the visions of Bavarian life that you’re imagining, while still holding onto a few...
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Feb 6, 20232 min read
Austrian Apricot Dumplings!
If there is one thing I've discovered in my travels, there is no limit to the things you can learn during a river cruise! During my visit...
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Dec 5, 20223 min read
Sail into History, Part 2: Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Wachau Valley
Last week, we visited (virtually) some of the most compelling UNESCO World Heritage Sites along the Danube River. Today, we’ll look at...
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Nov 21, 20223 min read
Sail Into History: Visiting the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Danube
If you’re one to check UNESCO World Heritage Sites off your travel bucket list, you’ll want to add a Danube River cruise to your...
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Sep 19, 20223 min read
Shopping in Vienna
Shopping in Vienna: Where to Go and What to Buy Vienna. One of the most popular river cruise destinations when sailing on the Danube....
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Jul 10, 20223 min read
Romancing the River - The Danube
Muse to countless composers and writers over the centuries, the Danube River is the heart of Central Europe - and it will surely capture...
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Jul 4, 20223 min read
A Visit to Vilshofen
One of the perks of river cruising in Europe is the ability to walk right off the ship into a delightful town and feel immediately part...
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May 22, 20222 min read
The Quaint Village of Spitz
One of the many perks of river cruising in Europe - and reasons I love it so much - is the ability to slip in and out of towns that most...
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May 8, 20222 min read
What is a Mozart Chocolate
As ubiquitous as a Hershey’s Kiss in America, Mozart chocolates in Austria are a beloved confectionary tradition. Mozartkugel (or...
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Apr 10, 20223 min read
Moving Moments at the Mozart House
Mozart is a constant in our house. Whether it’s my husband or my daughter playing one of the great composer’s masterful pieces on the...
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Mar 27, 20223 min read
Hanging Out With the Habsburgs
Hanging Out with the Habsburgs: A Guide to Visiting Austria’s Schӧnbrunn Palace and Gardens The Story of Schönbrunn Built in celebration...
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![Four Not-to-be-Missed Durnstein Experiences](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/79a031_d97cc63625bb49cf86ed981ea92b3791~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_514,h_386,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/79a031_d97cc63625bb49cf86ed981ea92b3791~mv2.webp)
Mar 7, 20222 min read
Four Not-to-be-Missed Durnstein Experiences
If visions of storybook castles, misty vineyards and fairytale villages dance in your head, set sail along the Danube River to Austria’s...
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Jan 10, 20223 min read
See the Best of Budapest
Cruising the Danube? Stay in Budapest an extra few days before or after your sailing - two or three on either end should do the trick. ...
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