In 1992, an engineering marvel changed the course of the European river cruise industry. A feat of earth moving proportions, the completion of the Rhine-Main-Danube Canal made it possible to navigate …
What’s new for Scenic in 2019
See even more of Europe this year on a luxurious Scenic river cruise and tour. Enjoy additional Scenic Freechoice options, new cruise, tour products and destinations. Now is the time to plan your 2019…
Exploring France’s Mont Saint Michel
Just a few meters from the island’s small port, a one-roomed chapel rests next to the water. Crusted by barnacles and battered by decades of weather, a small statue of a bishop stands proudly on the r…
French decadence in the Loire Valley
It is a living museum showcasing the decadence of the Renaissance. Incredible chateaux replete with artworks by the Masters, intricate tapestries and ornate furniture, gold, silver and lace; these pre…
The Scenic way to French cooking
Eating in France is a celebration, not just of the food, but of the culture. Here, cooking is a refined art form with even the most humble ingredients combining to create sumptuous dishes. And there i…
Chateau and wine touring in Bordeaux
There are few places in the world that connect you with history more profoundly than regional France. The lavish chateaux, unchanged medieval villages, renowned artworks, artisan foods and epic landma…
10 Back-Roads tours to add to your 2019 travel list
Combine stellar service with immersive itineraries, unique tours and authentic experiences and you have the makings of an unforgettable holiday. And that’s what you’ll get with world leade…
Celebrate the ANZAC legacy in France
A continent fraught with war for centuries, Europe is today a great monument, filled with the scars of battle, and the blood, sweat and tears of humanity itself. Even Australia, a world away geographi…
Beautiful Bordeaux with Scenic
Most trips to France start with a sojourn in Paris, and rightfully so, but if you’re looking to immerse yourself in even more of the culture, history, food and wine, then a trip to the Bordeaux region…
Review of Scenic Gem’s cabins
The River Seine is the original Paris landmark. Without it, Paris itself may never have existed, at least not in the way we know it today. A major artery for trade since at least the 3rd century, the …