Budapest to Europe - River Cruise Emerald Sun Reviews

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Parliament building, Budapest
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Tito's burial site, Belgrade
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Statue, carving of the face of of Decebalus, Iron Gates
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Pool, Emerald Sun
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Emerald Dawn changed to Emerald Sun but not informed - Nuremberg to Budapest

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Waltmod
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

We liked the itinerary of this cruise however, the river was low and we were informed at 6pm the previous evening could only board at Passau not Nuremberg. We arrived in Munich Airport at 11am - our baggage did not arrive until 12.15, we could not find the meeting staff for Emerald - no signs - no notices at the cafe proposed for the meeting. We were then approached by a lady with no ...
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Sail Date: September 2018


No water, no cruise

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Fawks
First Time Cruiser • Age 50s

First time cruising on a ship. Saved a lot of money for this. Looked like a good deal free air fare 150 E credit. We arrived a day earlier than the cruise to allow for jet lag to wear off a bit only to be informed by the hotel that are cruise would Br be leaving for another day as the ship could. Not sail into Budapest. A shock hearing this from the hotel and not the cruise line. So we were bused ...
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Sail Date: August 2018


Rhine Danube cruise

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barryspink1
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

we chose this cruise because it was two weeks and ended in amsterdam. I will start with the food i like my food and expect it to be of good quality and sufficient meat fish and vegetables. It was none of the above the fish and meat were meager portions with miniscule vegetables which were often just a squeezed paste on the plate, and the sauce was just three or four dots on the plate and gravy ...
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Sail Date: June 2018


Amazing

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agilligan
First Time Cruiser • Age 60s

There is nothing negative I could say about the Emerald Cruise line. The ship was beautiful! Our cabin was so comfortable and had everything we needed. My husband and I were so impressed with the staff on the ship from the top which was Igor and Nina to the steward Succi and all in between. The servers in the lounge and dinning room became family soon after we set sail. The Chef was ...
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Sail Date: June 2018


Newbies sail the Danube

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dephead2004
First Time Cruiser • Age 70s

Please note the Emerald Sun was swapped for the Emerald Sky. It was identical in all respects other than the name and was a year older. The crew was from the Sky. They were very friendly , keen to talk, provide a good service and show off their ship in the best light. It was modern with glass, chrome and plenty of light. We walked through a V....g ship which looked a little dowdy in comparison. ...
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Sail Date: October 2017


Eastern Europe awakens

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Geoffreda
10+ Cruises • Age 70s

We chose this cruise to see the part of the Danube we had not seen before. Whilst not as scenic as the upper river, apart from the Iron Gates, it still proved to be worth seeing. The whole trip came to life with the help of an excellent Tour manager, local tour guides and a super itinerary. The ship is really well appointed, and the cabin layout well designed. The daily programmes interesting. The ...
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Sail Date: September 2017


Very disappointing

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PLLanoue
2-5 Cruises • Age 70s

-Little information available prior to departure for the whole trip. Inappropriate boarding information made available to us -Change of ship received by e-mail on day of departure when I requested location to board. -Spouse and myself had to carry our own bags onto pontoon next to ship upon arrival prior to being taken care of by attendant. Rushed on-board welcome although we were ahead of ...
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Sail Date: September 2017


Great ship and crew - pity about the food

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Get paid grip
6-10 Cruises • Age 80s

Been before on Danube, Budapest to Amsterdam in 2014 when all was excellent. This time, September 2017, the quality of the food was not up to 2014 standard. The ship, crew, amenities, cabins and trips were all excellent but the food was very average indeed. Since part of cruising involves good meals we, and our friends, were very disappointed. It would appear that we were not alone - there ...
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Sail Date: September 2017


Cruising the Danube w/ our new best friends!

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Merrily,merrily
6-10 Cruises • Age 60s

My mum-in-law asked for this trip & what fun we 3 had- We were river rat virgins & look forward to the next one! The ship & cabins were stunning & pristine, dining delicious & imaginative. The entertainment was fun for all ages (21 to 81!) & the crew show not to be missed! We loved that we got to know the staff & they made efforts to get to know us & our preferences. My husband's birthday surprise ...
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Sail Date: July 2017


This ship & all staff were so wonderful to us, friends were made including staff

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wkeener
6-10 Cruises • Age 70s

We choose this ship due to our travel agent with Vacations to go it was a great deal and was going to places we wanted to see .We will travel on this cruise line again .Ship was so nice and staff were very friendly they took of everything including going to airport & helping us get boarding passes. Our cabin was very nice & with lots of room .Dining was great wonderful food & GREAT staff to wait ...
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Sail Date: July 2017


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