Are you planning on visiting the gastronomic capital of France soon? Don’t miss these seven incredible things you must eat in Lyon. The city is world-famous for being the birthplace of many delicious, and inventive, foods so you’ll be sure to never go hungry when visiting Lyon. 1. Pâté en croûte […]
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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 […]
Eleven things to tick off in Lyon, France
Often overlooked by the glitz and glam of Paris, or the sunny shores of Nice, Lyon is a must-visit. Not only is it the third largest city (after Paris and Marseille), but it is also hailed as the gastronomic capital of France. The Rhône and Saône Rivers flow through Lyon, creating […]
Eleven mistakes made when travelling
Now that travel plans are coming in thick and fast after a pandemic-induced hiatus, you may be feeling a little rusty on the dos and don’ts before, during and after your holiday. Here’s a list of eleven mistakes made when travelling that you can avoid making everything hassle-free. 1. Overpacking […]
Eight of the best photo spots in Kyoto, Japan
You cannot fault Japan for drawing travellers from around the world to its picturesque villages, cities and landscapes. In particular, the former capital of Japan – Kyoto – is one such city that offers what seems like a never-ending array of photo spots. We couldn’t list them all but here […]
Three unexpected treasures of Southern Spain
In February 2023, Matt – part of our Sales team in Australia – travelled to Southern Spain on a 9-day Escapes by Globus tour. These holidays offer departures in Europe’s off season (November – March) to take advantage of cooler weather, fewer crowds and prices that are up to 40% […]