The Seine River is a revered part of France, weaving its way from the picturesque Burgundy region, through the heart of Paris, and finally flowing into the English Channel between Le Havre and Honfleur. At 754 kilometres, it is the second-largest river in France after the Loire. Read on for […]
Tag: River Cruising
Free-spirited with Avalon Waterways
One part gin. Two parts joy. Stir together to create a cocktail that matches the vibe on our ships – happy! We take our onboard cocktail selection very seriously; so seriously, in fact, that we have worked alongside Martin Hudák, a world-famous mixologist. Hudák hails from Slovakia and has shaken […]
Tips & tricks from my Active & Discovery on the Rhône river cruise
In May 2023, Natalie – part of our Marketing team in New Zealand – sailed on the Rhône on our 8-day Active & Discovery river cruise with Avalon Waterways. Read on to find out some tips and tricks from her river cruise. Pack light I am a recovering over packer. […]
The Netherlands: more than just Amsterdam
When people think of the Netherlands, Amsterdam is often the first place that comes to mind. However, there is more to the Netherlands than this popular city. Avalon Waterways can open your horizons to quaint fishing villages and intriguing cities, all the while with the best views in river cruising […]
My four favourite excursions from my time on the Rhône with Avalon
In May 2023, Natalie – part of our Marketing team in New Zealand – said ‘bonjour’ to France on our 8-day Active & Discovery on the Rhône river cruise with Avalon Waterways. Our Active & Discovery itineraries include a variety of excursions ranging from energetic experiences to interactive discoveries. Read […]
When is the best time of year to go on a river cruise?
The age-old question – when is the best time of year to go on a river cruise? The best part is that you can pick a river cruise with Avalon Waterways for practically every month of the year. See a sea of colour: April – June April heralds the start […]