Until the 13th Century, Esztergom was the capital of Hungary. The city of Budapest was formed in 1873, where the three cities of Buda, Pest and Óbuda were joined and named the country’s capital. With a great deal of the city having been granted UNESCO World Heritage Site status, Budapest […]
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How to spend 2 days in Bangkok
Known as the ‘Land of Smiles’, there’s a lot to love about Thailand. From the sun-kissed, slow-paced islands and the cultural diversity from the city to the hill tribes of Chiang Mai; to the bustling streets of Bangkok that radiate with energy, flavour-filled fresh food and richly hued temples, Thailand […]
How to Pack for a River Cruise
River cruising allows you to move effortlessly through landscapes and villages; the ship is your hotel! As it peacefully takes you from place to place, you get to enjoy the perfect combination of onboard and on-land experiences. As river cruising is a newer way to travel, it comes as little […]
Judy Bailey: 10 Reasons for choosing an Avalon Waterways river cruise
Ever wondered what it would be like to do a river cruise? Here’s ten reasons to choose one with us, from Judy Bailey, the Godmother of the Avalon Imagery II. From the quaint villages, to the delicious food, to our renowned Suite Ships which will be your home-away-from-home, join us […]
8 Facts About the Galapagos
Travelling to Ecuador’s Galapagos Islands is on many travellers bucket lists. It’s the ultimate location for experiencing a bit of life off-grid, up-close animal encounters and one-of-a-kind landscapes … to name a few! With its unique, tropical location on the Equator, the Galapagos is the perfect year-round destination as temperatures […]
Incredible castles you can spot on a Rhine River cruise
Vast landscapes, haunting architecture and enchanted castles are just a few of the incredible sights you can expect to see on a river cruise. From your ship, you’ll witness the misty hills in the distance frame these magnificent architectural marvels that still stand after thousands of years. Every castle has […]