Grand Circle Cruise Line Recognized with Condé Nast Traveler's 2025 Readers' Choice Awards

#6 Best River Cruise Line, Rising from #10 in 2024

BOSTON, Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Condé Nast Traveler magazine today announced the results of its annual Readers' Choice Awards, with Grand Circle Cruise Line (GCCL) recognized as the #6 Best River Cruise Line, climbing four spots from its #10 ranking in 2024.

Condé Nast Traveler received more than 757,000 survey responses from readers across the United States rating their travel experiences around the globe. The Readers' Choice Awards remain the travel industry's longest running and most prestigious accolades, representing the ultimate mark of excellence across hotels, resorts, cruise lines, and destinations worldwide.

"This recognition reflects the loyalty of our travelers and the dedication of our crews to deliver meaningful, culturally immersive journeys," said Brian FitzGerald, CEO of Grand Circle Corporation. "Moving from #10 to #6 in just one year underscores the strength of our river cruise program and the appetite among travelers for authentic discovery and the personal connections that have always defined the Grand Circle experience."

Celebrate with Savings on 2026 Journeys
In celebration of this recognition, GCCL is offering travelers the chance to save up to 15% on any 2026 trip when they reserve by October 31, 2025.

Whether you dream of cruising Europe's rivers or discovering iconic cultural capitals, 2026 offers countless opportunities for exploration. For a limited time, travelers can save:

• 15% on any January–May departure
• 10% on any June–December departure

These savings apply to your entire journey, including airfare, main trip, and extensions when travelers pay in full. To reserve, call 1-800-221-2610 and mention code DOBE 506, or visit www.gct.com/SAVE15.

Featured Journeys Include:

• Holland & Belgium in Springtime — 12 days, starting at $3,595 per person with airfare. Classic tulip season sailing with excursions to Keukenhof Gardens, windmills, and canal towns.
• The Seine: Paris to Normandy — 13 days, starting at $4,295 per person with airfare. From Paris to Normandy, featuring Monet's gardens, Rouen, and French culture along the way.
• The Great Rivers of Europe — 16 days, starting at $5,795 per person with airfare. Venture through history along the scenic Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers, where medieval architecture beckons from every riverbank. Take in the sites, sounds, and flavors of three distinct European nations—from Amsterdam's charming canals to Germany's traditional folk music and Vienna's renowned coffeehouse culture.

The 2025 Readers' Choice Awards are published at cntraveler.com/rca and celebrated in the November issue.

About Grand Circle Cruise Line
Grand Circle Cruise Line (GCCL) is part of Grand Circle Corporation's family of travel companies, which also includes Overseas Adventure Travel and Grand Circle Travel. Operating a fleet of privately owned and chartered vessels, GCCL specializes in river and small ship cruises designed exclusively for Americans over 50. With a focus on cultural immersion, GCCL itineraries connect travelers to local people and places through enriching experiences both on board and ashore.

SOURCE Grand Circle Travel