From the bustling cities to quiet mountain villages, there are many distinct experiences awaiting you on an adventure to Japan. The country is truly timeless – where ancient traditions are fused with modern life as if it were the most natural thing in the world. If you’re planning a holiday […]
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The Top 8 Places to Experience Along Europe’s Rivers
Here at Avalon Waterways, we believe that river cruising might just be the most authentic and inspiring way to see and experience the world. On the world’s rivers, travellers bend and wind through historic and dramatic landscapes reminiscent of impressionist paintings depicting vineyards, castles atop hills and medieval villages from […]
A weekend in Porto, Portugal
A country known for its many famous exports – Port, Cork, Soap and Cristiano Ronaldo… Along the banks of the Douro River, you’ll find Portugal’s second largest, and most beautiful city – Porto. With so much to see and do, it’s easy to see why it’s on the UNESCO World […]
How to spend a day in Amsterdam
With its elaborate facades and captivating canals, Amsterdam’s charm attracts travellers from all around the world. It’s a city filled with beauty, art, food and a rich culture; offering something for every type of traveller to enjoy! Here are just a few of our favourite ways to spend a day […]
A Russian Escape – a 1-week travel itinerary
The world’s largest country has a lot to offer for the curious traveller. From diverse landscapes, old resort towns and the most isolated area in the world (Siberia), Russia is a country that visitors can spend years returning to, only to find that they’ve still only just scratched the surface. […]
5 must-see places you (probably) have never heard of
We are always on the hunt for the world’s hidden gems – the best places to visit that are not yet buzzing with tourists. Here are some of our under-the-radar favourites for you to check out: Granna, Sweden This is an entire town dedicated to the art of candy making! […]