If your dream vacation evokes visions of sailing alongside views of Mediterranean beaches, British Isles, Russian palaces, and Norwegian fjords a European river cruise may be your dream getaway come true. European cruises offer a variety of destinations, such as the Mediterranean islands, Monaco, Italy, Barcelona, Turkey, Croatia, Greece, Israel and more. The benefits of traveling via cruise ship include seeing and exploring a variety of cities; traveling in the comfort of a plush ship cabin; discovering different European languages, cultures, and cuisines; and spending your nights in luxury hotels along the route.

Here are some of the top European cruises available

1. Viking Ocean Cruises.
Vikin headquarters in Basel, Switzerland, and they offer smaller, boutique, luxury ship cruises. The features are modern and elegant. WI-FI is accessible, 24hr room service and alternative restaurant dining. There are beer and wine together with soft drinks and onboard meals. They also have a fitness room and a beautifully designed stateroom, a king-size bed, a minibar and many others. Viking ships travel to different destinations including from Los Angeles to London, Fort Lauderdale to Venice and Barcelona, and Los Angeles to London, England. Viking Ocean Cruises benefits are free WI-FI, 24hours alternative restaurant and no extra cost, housekeeping is done twice a day, and there are separate seating/dining areas, unlike other cruises. Viking cruises reportedly provide more drinks options than other cruise lines. The costs are also notably affordable.

2. Oceania Cruises
Oceania offers exclusive cocktail receptions, savings and offers as well as free cruises. Its features include open seating, a world-class Centre, fitness, lounges, bars, a casino, a country club and luxurious staterooms. The best ships on the Oceania line are Regatta, Insignia, Riviera, Sirena and Nautica. Oceania Cruises travel destinations include; Africa, Alaska, Australia, New Zealand, Caribbean, Mediterranean, The Orient, The U.S. West Coast, Panama Canal and more.

3. Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity sets sail to Alaska, the Mediterranean, Hawaii, New Zealand, Bermuda, Bahamas, Caribbean and the U.S Eastern Seaboard, among other European destinations. Each cruise-goer gets a 90-minute internet package, one laundry, access to a luxurious Persian garden, and daily coffee. Features of Celebrity cruises include high-end decor, modern technology and enrichment programs, superior dining options, and outstanding spaces.

4. Regent Seven Seas
Regent Cruises, formerly known as Radisson Seven Seas Cruises, headquartered in Miami, Florida. Destinations and ports for these cruises are bound for Alaska, Asia, Europe, Australia, and Mexican Riviera. Passengers are offered free unlimited beaver, special events, private cocktail reception, offers on cruise selection, and early booking bonuses. Among the many Regent features, passengers will enjoy several onboard amenities such as free around the clock room service, a minibar, free welcome champagne, and gourmet dining.

5. Royal Caribbean International
Formerly Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, these ships set sail from Miami, Florida.  Passengers soak up several onboard features, including multiple bars and lounge areas, casinos, cruise nightlife, a variety of on ship shows and entertainments, youth and teen programs, and world-class dining. Passengers also enjoy extra amenities such as priority check-ins, onboard events and discounts on-suite staterooms. Destinations of Royal Carribean cruises include the Bahamas, Puerto Rico, Mexico, Cozumel, Cancun, Jamaica, Belize, and the Mediterranean.