Founded in 1976 by Serba Ilich, Uniworld is a tour operator specializing in European river cruises that targets the North American market. Offering premium facilities and services, Uniworld Cruises provide some special features like a healthful cuisine that is lighter than some heavier European foods, English-speaking staff and tour guides and large double beds to cater to its American clientele. There is also a no-smoking policy applicable throughout the ship, except for the deck. A unique feature of Uniworld Cruises is that it offers complimentary travel cancellation protection wherein passengers can cancel for any reason up until the day of departure. Cancellation coverage guarantees a refund of 100 percent of the cruise costs in cash and travel certificates.