Holiday Markets Cruise: the Festive Rhine River
Revel in the magic of the holidays in Germany and France on a seven-night Rhine River cruise!
Trip Information
Celebrate yuletide traditions in festive, cozy markets aglow with twinkling lights and good cheer and overflowing with handmade treasures. Savor the uplifting sounds of carolers and bells and the scent of fresh pine and roasted chestnuts in the air. Visit Heidelberg’s castle and enjoy a special musical performance in the romantic old town. You’ll also admire Cologne’s spectacular cathedral and stroll through Freiburg, a vibrant university city. In the ports of Breisach, Strasbourg, Rüdesheim and Düsseldorf, choose excursions that fit your interests, including wine tastings, a culinary tour or cultural experiences. Aboard your exclusively chartered, first-class ship, take in the scenic beauty of the Rhine Gorge and sip warm, spicy Glühwein. This heartwarming journey includes an ample meal plan with wine and beer at lunch and dinner. Solo friendly with no single supplement!
About the trip host
Louisa Kunzler, senior associate director of volunteer engagement, joined the NAA in 2017. In this role, she has been instrumental in strengthening and cultivating the NAA’s alumni volunteer leader community. Kunzler works closely with NAA volunteer boards and organizations, including the NAA Board of Directors, Council of 100, Alumni Regents, Alumnae of Northwestern University, and Alumni Admissions Council. She has spearheaded key initiatives such as the Northwestern Leadership Symposium, the NAA Service and Club Awards program, and the NAA Town Hall. Kunzler has over 25 years of experience working with volunteer-driven organizations. Before joining Northwestern, she held roles at the Family Action Network, American Bar Association, and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. She earned her bachelor of arts from Miami University in Ohio.