With Irish kisses and shamrock wishes, let’s take a look to see how St Patrick’s Day is celebrated around the world. This beloved tradition from Ireland has certainly stamped its mark on countries everywhere. Brussels, Belgium With Flemish and French roots, Brussels also dons its Irish hat for St Patrick’s […]
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Why a special interest river cruise?
Bonjour France! Megan, from our Sales team, recently experienced an Avalon Waterways Wine Appreciation river cruise in Burgundy & Provence in November last year. Whether you’re an aspiring gardener or have an appetite for the world’s most fascinating chapters in history, Avalon’s range of special interest river cruises unite you […]
Tips on how to recover from jet lag
Desynchronosis, flight fatigue or jet lag. We’ve all been there while travelling, feeling like up is down and down is up. A disconnection between your internal body clock and a new time zone is no joke, causing symptoms like tiredness, headaches, nausea, dizziness and insomnia. Our bodies are regulated by […]
Four of my favourite things from my Christmas river cruise
Christmas is especially magical in Europe with its historic Christmas markets, snow and traditions. Emily, from our Customer Sales team, recently experienced an Avalon Waterways Christmastime from Vienna to Budapest in late November last year. This was my first time experiencing an Avalon Waterways river cruise and my first time […]
A year in Japan: what season should you visit Japan in?
Konnichiwa! World-famous for their on-time rail system, storied history, mouth-wateringly good cuisine, and special customs, Japan is a traveller’s paradise. So, what season should you visit Japan in? Spring: March – May The weather during the spring season in Japan is absolute perfection. It is a wonderful combination of warm […]
My top four gems from my time in the Red Centre
Not sure what to expect on a trip to the Australian Outback? Neither did Riordan, part of our Marketing team in Australia, who experienced our Globus Gems of the Red Centre tour with his Dad. Breathtaking scenery, incredible wildlife, rocky gorges, and fiery desert sand are just a few things […]