Scotland has a rich cultural heritage like no other. The Scottish spirit is unique, intertwining itself amongst music, dance, food and historic traditions. Here are some ways on how to celebrate like a local in Scotland. Hogmanay Hogmanay is Scotland’s beloved New Year celebration so get ready to party! You’ll […]
When is the best time to take a Rhine river cruise? There is no bad season to cruise in – it just comes down to personal preference. From the canals of Amsterdam to the Black Forest in Germany, a Rhine river cruise with Avalon Waterways is sure to delight. Read on […]
France’s gastronomic capital is an inspiring city, full of historic treasures and hidden gems. Here are some things to keep an eye out for in Lyon, France. Traboule markers Traboules are one of Lyon’s best-known secrets and play an integral part to the city’s history. Traboules are covered passageways that […]
With an intriguing culture and history, it comes as no surprise that the culinary scene in Brazil is the same. Here are seven of Brazil’s tastiest foods to indulge in, with a mix of local, African and European influences. 1. Feijoada Regarded as the national dish of Brazil, feijoada is […]
Turn ‘someday’ into ‘today’ with an affordable coach tour of Thailand, including virtually everything you need to plan, go and discover this exceptional country. Now is the time to awaken your senses in Thailand with Cosmos. Discover temples Thailand honours a centuries-old tradition of following Buddhism as their main religion. […]
Ever wondered how most days pan out onboard an Avalon Waterways river cruise? While this can be subject to change, here’s a day in the life onboard my Rhône river cruise with Avalon. 6:00AM I woke up early to watch the sun rise over the Rhône River today and boy, […]