That's right, if you haven't gone on a river cruise, there are definitely perks to consider: River boats are smaller than ocean vessels, especially in Europe, due to width and length restrictions for passing through locks and bridges, as well as in parts of Asia to navigate shallow waters. River cruising offer daily port visits, allowing passengers to explore multiple countries in a week. Itineraries feature culture-rich shore excursions, mostly included in the fare, with limited onboard time an