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This Expedition Cruise Line Is Launching European River Trips for the First Time

"This newly built, 60-cabin river vessel—operated in partnership with a charter specialist—accommodates up to 120 guests with 54 staff and offers either 210-square-foot cabins or 420-square-foot suites. Onboard features include a main restaurant, top-deck grill, several lounges, a yoga studio, an outdoor cinema, a spa, a fitness center and bikes for independent pedaling. Its smaller scale is intended to create a close-knit, expedition-style community rather than the feel of large tourist ships; the ship is slated to launch a European season beginning in April 2026 with multiple eight-day sailings (prices starting around $6,450 per person)." - Paul Brady Paul Brady Paul Brady is the news director at Travel + Leisure and the brand's expert on cruise travel. He has been covering the travel industry for more than 15 years for outlets including Condé Nast Traveler, Skift, and The Huffington Post. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines