Here at Avalon Waterways, we believe that river cruising might just be the most authentic and inspiring way to see and experience the world. On the world’s rivers, travellers bend and wind through historic and dramatic landscapes reminiscent of impressionist paintings depicting vineyards, castles atop hills and medieval villages from […]
There’s something about travelling through Europe in the winter-time that makes your skin tingle and body fill with warmth, despite the cooler temperatures outside. The Christmas atmosphere in this continent is truly magical; there’s simply no space for bah humbug! While the countries that make up Europe celebrate the festive […]
A country known for its many famous exports – Port, Cork, Soap and Cristiano Ronaldo… Along the banks of the Douro River, you’ll find Portugal’s second largest, and most beautiful city – Porto. With so much to see and do, it’s easy to see why it’s on the UNESCO World […]
On the 14th of July each year, France celebrates its national day. While in Western countries, we know it as Bastille Day, in France it is called le 14 Juillet (the 14th of July) or la fête nationale (the national holiday). France’s most important national holiday celebrates the Storming of […]
With its elaborate facades and captivating canals, Amsterdam’s charm attracts travellers from all around the world. It’s a city filled with beauty, art, food and a rich culture; offering something for every type of traveller to enjoy! Here are just a few of our favourite ways to spend a day […]
Vienna, Austria’s capital city and the cultural capital of Europe, is a city of incomparable flair and a dream for romantics and history enthusiasts alike. Baroque streetscapes, which juxtapose the Imperial Palaces, set the stage for Vienna’s artistic, coffee-obsessed, vibrant culture. From splendid attractions, to carefully preserved traditions and the […]