River Beatrice is a small river ship sailing the Danube River for Uniworld Cruises. Built in 2009, the 410 foot River Beatrice hosts 180 guests. The lavishly appointed river view staterooms have hotel-style beds draped in fine linens, a vanity, built-in closets, hair dryer, safe, individual thermostat for air conditioning and heat, direct-dial telephone, flat-screen TV with satellite, bottled water, and bathroom with L'Occitane body products, magnifying mirror, and plush bathrobes. Uniworld ships offer wi-fi service on board, allowing their guests to stay connected. Uniworld ships are staffed by a world-class, award-winning all English-speaking staff. Another popular feature is complimentary use of bicycles and Nordic walking sticks in port. Public areas onboard include the beautiful panoramic main lounge which has a full-service bar, a cozy library and game room, as well as an elegant restaurant. more

The British Isles are a group of islands off the northwest coast of continental Europe that include the islands of Great Britain and Ireland, and over six thousand smaller islands.They are visited by millions of people each year, many returning time and again. It is seeped in history and has some stunning landscapes. It is also quirky at times, so you are assured of an interesting visit! The modest-sized islands of Britain, about two thirds the size of California, encompass four vivid nations: England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, each with it's own culture, history, accents, and even language. British Isles Cruises are typically 12 nights or longer and depart from London or Dover. Sailing Northwest and up around all the British Isles and back to London. You'll notice that the rolling, green southern England (home to the mysterious Stonehenge, romantic Cornwall, and whimsical architecture, like the Brighton Pavilion) seem like another country compared with the rocky peaks and thundering streams of the Lake District in northwest England. more