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About
River Cruising Masterclass is a practical, experience-driven podcast for travelers who want to understand river cruising before they book.
Hosted by luxury travel advisor Sydney Schellinger, this podcast answers the real questions travelers ask but rarely get clear answers to—like:
- What is a river cruise, and how is it different from ocean cruising?
- Which river cruise line is actually worth the money?
- What’s really included in the fare (and what isn’t)?
- Who should not take a river cruise?
- How do Rhine, Danube, Rhône, and other rivers compare?
- What kind of onboard experience can first-time cruisers expect?
Each episode breaks down river cruise lines, itineraries, ships, onboard life, excursions, value, and trade-offs—from a traveler’s perspective, not a sales pitch.
This podcast is ideal for:
- First-time river cruisers
- Travelers considering Rhine or Danube c