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1. AmaWaterways


AmaWaterways has risen to the top spot this year, being particularly noted 7DEOH (pictured) as well VۑfHK& IRU LWV as its regionally inspired dishes and locally sourced ingredients and wines. ौH OLQH RਬHUV “H[FLWLQJ PHQXV DQG varied meals”, according to Travel &KDUORिH $QQH +DOO IURP ۑVUROOHVQXR& 2VVHि ,W LV DOVR RਬHULQJ PRUH WKHPHG wine cruises than ever before, with more than 80 sailings in Europe.


2. Riviera Travel


Riviera Travel stands out for the variety of its cuisine and dining venues, with agents highlighting the range of dishes and the ability to accommodate fussy eaters. Beyond the main dining room, guests can enjoy the intimate 28-seat restaurants La Brasserie on French cruises and Riverview Kitchen on Danube and Rhine ships. Agents also value the selling point of free drinks packages on European cruises.


3. Scenic


Scenic retains its spot, offering the best of local regions on its luxury ‘Space-Ships’. There are five dining experiences on European river cruises and four on southeast Asian river cruises, covering all-day snacking and inclusive room service through to multi-course degustation menus at the 7DEOH 3DVVHQJHUV FDQ DOVR HQMR\ VۑfHK& all-inclusive premium international beverages available on board.


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4. Uniworld Boutique River Cruises boasts world-class cuisine made with fresh local ingredients, and even shares recipes online for guests to take a taste of their trip home. 5. Avalon Waterways enables passengers to


choose when and where to eat through its Flex Dining concept, with more “heart-healthy” menu options and vegetarian and vegan specialities available on each menu. 6. Viking River Cruises prides itself on destination-inspired dining, with multi-course classics at its restaurant, alfresco eating at the Aquavit Terrace and chef tours on shore.


PICTURE: Ulli Seer 24 June 2025 travelweekly.co.uk


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