Mississippi River cruises have surged in popularity in recent decades, especially among travelers looking to enjoy guided tours of historical cities and towns across the American Midwest and South.

The tour was one of several complimentary excursions I took during my early December sailing. The ship, which is Viking’s ...

Explore the Viking Mississippi River Cruise, offering an upscale experience with stunning design and multiple dining options.

CAMANCHE, Iowa — Area residents and visitors can now explore the backwaters of the Mississippi River aboard the Blue Heron, a 24-passenger pontoon boat offering free, sunset eco cruises from now ...

The Forest History Center is offering a unique way to experience Minnesota’s natural and cultural history, from the water. Their guided pontoon tours along a quiet stretch of the Mississippi River ...

Some cruisegoers aren’t interested in river cruising because of its laidback onboard atmosphere, relaxed pace and the absence of certain crowd-pleasing venues often found on ocean ships, like casinos, ...

As the Mississippi River lazily winds its serpentine curves through eastern Iowa, one can't help but wonder how it has shaped the history and the landscape of the Midwest, and the United States at ...

The Mississippi River is a mighty waterway. It carries hundreds of millions of tons of freight every year, is home to a diverse population of fish, mammals, amphibians and reptiles, functions as a ...