The offer

Star Clippers, operators of three classic tall ships, has launched a Grand Voyages program to make it easier for guests to fly to Europe for sailings in Portugal, Italy, Greece, Spain and Croatia aboard Royal Clipper or France, Spain, Morocco aboard Star Flyer. Rates for the air and cruise fare start at $3,430 US per person, a 35% discount off the brochure rate, for these three specific sailings of 12, 14 and 17 nights in August and October 2016 (see below). 

Cruiseable's take

Many travelers are still unfamiliar with the astonishingly beautiful masted ships from Star Clippers. If you've been thinking of taking a different kind of vacation — on a cruise ship that's an entirely different than the big mass market ships, but still at an affordable price — and you've been longing to see coastal Europe, this is a good choice.  

Bonus

By booking with Cruiseable, we'll provide an additional $200 to $400 onboard credit (the equivalent of spending money) depending on your choice of cabin. Note: This credit is available only through Cruiseable and is not available if you call the cruise line directly or use a different travel agency.

The offer

AmaWaterways is offering guests free air fare to Europe on select 2016 departures. Reserve a balcony stateroom and you'll receive free air fare to Europe from the gateway cities listed below.

Cruiseable's take

Many more people would spring for a cruise on one of AmaWaterways' world-class river ships if only it weren't for pricey international air fare. AmaWaterways has removed that barrier with a very nice sweetener. If you've been considering a romantic European river cruise, this is an excellent choice.