Have you already ticked off a river cruise in Europe? Or perhaps you’re after a river cruise in a more colourful destination? Avalon Waterways offers several cruises along famed rivers such as the Mekong, Nile and Amazon. It can prove tricky to plan so here’s how to choose which river […]
Tango your way through Argentina, the best way to dive headfirst into this glorious country. Argentina has something for everyone; from UNESCO World Heritage Sites to grand architecture, to towering mountains and mouthwatering cuisine. Bariloche Despite not being overly well-known, Bariloche has plenty going for it. This picturesque alpine town […]
Ready to experience the untouched and adventure more? The untamed landscapes of South America may help to heed the call with lands that have been fairly untouched, leaving behind a nature lovers’ oasis. Avalon offers several exotic river cruises that unearth South America’s incredible nature: sail through the Peruvian Amazon or […]
With National Margarita Day coming up, we thought it apt to share a bit of the history behind the famous cocktail and a delicious recipe, too! The history is convoluted with several people claiming to have invented the margarita. One of the stories is that Carlos ‘Danny’ Herrera invented the margarita […]
An energetic port city and the capital of Argentina, Buenos Aires has been the gateway to Argentina for centuries. Here, residents proudly flaunt their European heritage, while modern skyscrapers cast long shadows over colonial architecture, Old World Cafes, treasure-filled shops and smoke-filled Tango bars, where the passionate national dance is […]
Founded in 1534 on ancient Aboriginal ruins dating back to 1500BC, Quito is Ecuador’s capital and one of the first two cities in the world designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Situated at an altitude of about 3050metres and sandwiched between two mountain ranges, Quito’s fascinating Old City is the […]