Riverside Luxury Cruises has announced the launch of “Hops & Heritage: Cruising Through Centuries of Brewing Craftmanship.” The sailing will showcase Europe’s beer culture and will be curated and led by beer sommelier James Kellow.

The company said in a press release that the journey pairs crafted regional beers with gourmet dining and provides a perfect way to celebrate International Beer Day (August 7).

The cruise will take place from July 29 to August 5, 2026, and will showcase the heritage of Western European beer. Guests will be treated to iconic beers of each region, including German pilsners and kolsch in Cologne and Grolsch in Arnhem, before concluding in the brewing center of Amsterdam.

The onboard beer sommelier will take guests on dedicated excursions to sample beer and meet

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