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 […]
Tag: River Cruising
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 […]
Smaller ships yet bigger experiences: why you should choose a river cruise with Avalon Waterways
Say goodbye to the waves, and hello to the world and another type of cruise! River cruising with Avalon Waterways still has all the benefits of being onboard a ship but in a way that elevates your cruising experience. River cruising allows you to cruise without the crowds, explore new […]
Storyteller Series: A cruise with character with Graham McTavish
It’s been awhile since we last wrote about our Avalon Waterways’ Storyteller river cruises, a series of engaging, celebrity-hosted cruises. So, we are thrilled to announce our latest one for 2024 – Kiltn’ It: Facts, Fiction & Fairytale Settings on the Rhine with Graham McTavish. Graham McTavish is not only […]
The Danube River and its ten extraordinary countries
As soon as someone mentions ‘Europe’ and ‘river’, most people instantly think of the Danube River. It has been immortalised in Johann Strauss II’s The Blue Danube Waltz, featured in many films, and is a historically important European river. The Danube flows through ten extraordinary countries, inviting you to explore […]
Travelling solo? Why a coach tour or river cruise is a great holiday option for you
For some people, travelling solo can be nerve-wracking, intimidating, and can put a dampener on your travels. However, this shouldn’t be the case. For an experience that you want to wholeheartedly enjoy, there are a few reasons why a coach tour or river cruise is a great holiday option for […]