Over the past few years, river cruising has gained popularity as a unique and affordable way to travel. While originally they mostly attracted a retiree audience, efforts made by river cruise companies have helped to gain traction with younger travellers. Born in Europe, where the connecting waterways acted as a […]
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How to Experience Rio de Janeiro Like a Local
Overlooked by Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro is famed for its vibrant dance and music, stunning beaches and the largest carnival in the world. While the iconic sights like Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain are essential to any Rio visit, there’s still plenty more to be discovered in […]
The Top Sites You Need to See in Montreal
If there’s one word that describes Montreal, Canada’s second-largest city, it’s multi-faceted. Owning a mesmerising fusion of modern North America and charming, traditional Europe, Montreal is a city with many faces and unlike anywhere else. With a French heart and distinctly Canadian charm, Montreal defines versatility. From festivals, arts and […]
Set Your Spirit in Motion With the Newest Addition to River Cruising – Your Adventure Host!
We believe that watching centuries of history slowly passing you by as you relax onboard your river cruise suite is an adventure in itself…. But, what if elevating your heart rate a few extra beats a minute is more your speed? It’s time you met your Avalon Adventure Host. Now […]
5 Unmissable Ports Along the Rhine River
A voyage through old Europe, gliding down the Rhine is like sailing through an impressionist painting. One of the continents major rivers, the Rhine is sourced in Switzerland and flows in a northerly direction through Germany and the Netherlands, emptying in the North Sea. Measuring 1230km in length, there are […]
Scotland’s Secret Film Locations
With its glacial glens, mysterious lochs and dramatic coastlines, bonnie Scotland has rightfully served as the ideal location for many of our favourite dramas, thrillers and cliffhangers. While James Bond and Harry Potter have introduced us to this historic land, it’s the magnificent moors, mountains, woodlands and waterfalls that have […]