River Cruising: A Leisurely Way to Explore U.S.

Deseret News (Salt Lake City) › October 17, 2004

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CINCINNATI -- Rivers were natural highways for early Americans. Now some of these storied waterways host overnight and multiday cruises where recreational travelers can get a mix of the past and present, learn about history and enjoy scenery that changes with the season.

These floating hotels -- on rivers like the Ohio, Missouri and Mississippi -- range from a barge that gives a glimpse into the working aspect of America's waterways, to ornate Victorian-style steam-driven paddlewheelers. And fall foliage cruises are among the industry's most popular getaways.

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River Cruising: A Leisurely Way to Explore U.S.

"River cruises offer some of the best amenities of the ocean cruises, but unlike the blue water cruises, you don't lose sight of land or risk seasickness," said Lawrence Dessler, executive director of the Niche Cruise Marketing Alliance based in Bellevue, Wash. "And unlike tours by motor coach or car, y...

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