
Shore Side Insights
Not all the action happens on the water! In Shore Side Insights, we shine a light on the vital work done behind the scenes from offices ashore. This category is dedicated to the shore-based staff who support the river cruise industry, offering a glimpse into their roles, the challenges they face, and the career opportunities available on land. Whether you’re interested in operations, marketing, or guest relations, this category provides valuable information for those looking to contribute to the industry from a different perspective.

From Service to Recruitment: My Professional Evolution
February 7, 2025 | Shore Side Insights
Hello everyone, I’m Robin! My journey towards Recruitment in hospitality began at the age of 14 in Hamburg, thanks to my cousin. I spent the summer as a trainee at the Hotel Residenz Hafen Hamburg, located right by the Elbe River. […]

Working in Paradise: Head Office Limassol Experience
January 10, 2025 | Shore Side Insights
What do I remember the most from my three years working at the Head Office in Limassol? I remember the sea—deep indigo blue. I remember the consistently sunny weather that graces Cyprus 345 days a year. And I remember the […]

From Sailor to Mentor: My Maritime Excellence
December 27, 2024 | Shore Side Insights
My name is Marco Menke, and my career in maritime excellence began when I was just 12 years old, stepping into the Maritime College in IJmuiden. What started as a young boy’s curiosity has grown into a 20-year journey filled […]

Navigating Success: My Journey as a Locks & Docks Coordinator
December 20, 2024 | Shore Side Insights
My name is Conny Heim, and my career with River Advice has been anything but ordinary. Since joining the company in 2005, I’ve had the opportunity to work in a variety of roles, each bringing its own unique challenges and […]

Three Months, Countless Impressions: My Internship
December 13, 2024 | Shore Side Insights
Hello, my name is Lea, I am 21 years old and I am studying International Business Management (trinational). In the summer of 2024, I had the opportunity to do an internship in the Marketing and Digital Communications department at River […]

Navigating Growth: My Journey as a Locks & Docks Coordinator
December 6, 2024 | Shore Side Insights
My career path to the Locks & Docks Coordinator has been anything but conventional. After leaving high school in 2015, I spent years exploring different roles, from inland navigation training to temporary warehouse work. Each step taught me something valuable, […]

Navigating IT Waters whilst Building My Own LEGO® World
November 28, 2024 | Shore Side Insights
As someone who navigates the digital landscape daily, ensuring that our IT infrastructure at River Advice runs smoothly, I find a unique parallel between my profession and my passion. My name is Thomas Dickertmann, and while my role as an […]