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 […]
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A day in the life onboard my Rhône river cruise with Avalon
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, […]
River cruises for every type of traveller
Avalon puts the “you” in “unique” with special interest themed river cruises. These have been curated to suit your passions and pursuits, providing river cruises for every type of traveller. Active & Discovery If you want your holiday to include action-packed experiences and interactive discoveries, look no further than an […]
A short history behind the pub culture of the UK
With approximately 50,000 pubs dotted across the UK, these beloved institutions are integral to this country. From unique architecture to famous patrons, here is a short history behind the pub culture of the UK. Origins Rewind to the Roman times when tabernae, or wine shops, were established along the Roman […]
Eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites you must visit in Italy
As of 2024, Italy officially has 60 UNESCO World Heritage Sites (54 cultural, and 6 natural). It sits at the top of the list for having the most UWHS, just pipping China who has 59. If you love history as much as we do, Italy is the place for you. Here […]
Five reasons to discover Northern Europe
Often overlooked by the likes of the Mediterranean, Northern Europe is a unique area to discover. What it lacks in the typical Europe summer sunshine, it makes up for with fjords, mountains, and historic cities. Here are five reasons to discover Northern Europe. 1. Meet Santa Claus Forget seeing Santa […]