b"New to river cruises? Here's what to expect.Embarking on a luxury river cruiseis a relaxing way of exploring Europe. Lynne Broadley is a Tour Advisor in our Customer Services team and an expert in river cruises, having been on many herself. She has also helped first-time cruise customers with their questions about a luxury river cruise with Great Rail Journeys. Here, Lynne answers some frequently asked questions.DINING ABOARD OUR SHIPSThe food onboard our ships is excellent! We can also cater for any dietary requirementsall you have to do is let us know before you go. Seating arrangements in the restaurant are flexible and you don't have to sit at the same table for the whole cruise. You can move around each day, meeting new people or sitting with friends.WHAT DOES THE DRINKS PACKAGE INCLUDE?Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks are included with dinner each evening. Throughout the day, you can help yourself to tea and coffee in the lounge. There are also tea and coffee-making facilities in your cabin, so you can wake up with a morning cuppa while watching the scenery go by. IS THERE A DRESS CODE ON THE SHIPS?We always want our guests to feel comfortable on a GRJ holiday, which is why there is no binding dress code onboard our ships. However, we do recommend elegant clothing for special occasions and dinner. For excursions, you should wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear.ARE EXCURSIONS INCLUDED?On a GRJ river cruise, all listed excursions are included. Optional excursions mean you have a choice between two, but even then both are included. Excursions are not mandatory and you could choose to spend time ina destination exploring on your own or unwinding on our ship.MOBILITY ON EXCURSIONSFor everyone's safety, guests must be able to walk unaided and at a speed to enable them to evacuate the ship. All excursions involve some amount of walking, although we arrange walking groups for people of different abilities. 18"