When you’re planning a holiday, we all know that seasonality plays a big part in deciding when and where to travel to. Here is a handy guide on how to pick your North America holiday based on your favourite season. Summer If you are a fan of summer, then look […]
Experiences
Five of the best treats to try at European Christmas markets
Europe is world-renowned for its annual Christmas markets. Each city puts their own unique spin on their market, from the traditional souvenirs to food that is on offer. Being winter and cold, it’s vital to line your stomach with delicious food and drink to keep you warm as you explore […]
Five reasons as to why travelling can bring you happiness
With the world going through a number of challenges right now, it’s more important than ever to prioritise your wellbeing. A great reminder to do this is the annual UN International Day of Happiness. With international travel picking up speed, it’s time to remember how and why travel can bring […]
Five Discovery excursions that will elevate your river cruise to the next level
There’s river cruising, and then there’s river cruising. Avalon Waterways are dedicated to constantly pushing the boundaries to create experiences and memories that their travellers will treasure for a lifetime. This is why we’ve introduced our Avalon Active & Discovery river cruises. These cruises are designed with a broad menu […]
National Margarita Day & recipe
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 […]
Coffee Around The World: Part II
The art of coffee has a longstanding history, dating back to 800 AD. Legend has it that goat herders noticed the effect the fruit of the coffea plant had on their goats after eating it. It made the goats lively and appear to ‘dance’. A local monk then produced a drink with it […]