The Mekong River is one of the world’s greatest, its waters flowing almost 5,000 kilometres across six countries. It acts as a major lifeline, particularly for Vietnam and Cambodia. The Mekong is a major transport route between the two countries for ships of all sizes sailing on the river. While most of Avalon Waterways’ river cruises are in Europe, […]
Jewish culture is an important part of many European countries’ histories, woven in with stories and landmarks that began over 2,000 years ago. Before World War II, the European Jewish population stood at around 9 million. Approximately 6 million Jewish people were killed in the Holocaust with much of the remaining population emigrating […]
J’adore France and all that the country has to offer. The juxtaposition between tiny villages with their laidback vibe and the big cities with iconic landmarks; the first bite of each meal that makes you exclaim “oh my gosh!”; and the spectacular scenery as you travel between places. Here are some of our favourite places to […]
Europe is full of thousands of incredible churches and cathedrals, each with its own unique story behind it. No two are the same, with Europe having seen the development of different religions and therefore, the development of different kinds of architecture. What does remain a constant is just how breath taking they are. […]
There’s nothing better than diving headfirst into a new destination, especially by tasting and sipping the local fare along the way. Most of the time, you’ll find that food and/or drink is woven into a certain landmark’s history making it a key player! The Danube is a historic river in Europe’s history, flowing through most of […]
In this last blog about Avalon Waterways’ Storyteller Series sailings, we delve into the Romantic Rhine. From the German Black Forest of fairy tales to the historic canals of Amsterdam, be inspired by the castle-lined backdrops, quaint towns, and panoramic views that follow you wherever you go! Our Romantic Rhine river cruise is so popular that […]