Deluxe outside cabins aboard the River Queen are spacious, at 153 sq ft. All staterooms are non-smoking, with panoramic views, and include:

Hotel-style beds which can be positioned as two twin beds, or converted into one queen-size bed

A cozy sitting area by the window with two chairs and a vanity

Ample closet space

Direct dial telephone and remote-control color TV, with local and satellite channels, onboard programs and videos

Individual air-conditioning and heating controls

Private bathroom with shower, and hair dryer

An in-cabin safe

A terry cloth robe for each guest, as an extra touch of luxury

A magnetic card which serves as your cabin key, onboard charge card and boarding card

Email messaging, using the internet corner, near the main lobby

All cabins have two picture windows - each about 3.5 ft wide.

Category differences: All deluxe outside cabins are identical, except for the height of the windows:

Rhine deck cabins (category 1) have two arched floor-to-ceiling windows

Danube deck cabins (category 2) have two windows, about 4.5 ft high

Main deck cabins (category 3) have two windows, about 3.5 ft high

Moselle deck cabins (category 4) have two smaller windows, about 2 ft high