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February 22, 2021

Your Dreams & Pam Hoffee’s Favorite Things

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REVERIE ON THE RHINE RIVER

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CURE FOR CABIN FEVER

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THE PATH FORWARD TO “WELCOME ABOARD”

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Why I Got On Board With River Cruising

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6 Stress-Free Cruises for First-Timers

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Not Your Average River Cruise: What Makes Avalon Waterways Stand Apart

January 15, 2020

Why I loved Avalon Waterways excursions

July 29, 2019

The Avalon Waterways Difference

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7 Reasons an Avalon River Cruise Should Be Your Next Vacay

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July 23, 2019

Confessions of a River Cruise Virgin

July 22, 2019

6 Highlights from an Active River Cruise with Avalon Waterways

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Eating My Way Along the Danube

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Avalon Waterways Named Best European River Cruise Line

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With a mix of ancient ruins and modern architectur With a mix of ancient ruins and modern architecture, the city of Luxembourg is full of wonders around every corner! Photo by Polina Sushko on Unsplash
Karlskirche, or Saint Charles Church, is not to be Karlskirche, or Saint Charles Church, is not to be forgotten as one of Vienna's most historical landmarks; also thought to be the city's best baroque church. Photo by Laurenz Kleinheider on Unsplash
Welcome to Bucharest, fondly known as the "Paris o Welcome to Bucharest, fondly known as the "Paris of the East" with its trendy shops, cafes, museums, churches and stately homes. Photo by Adrian Dascal on Unsplash
Passau is well-known for sitting on the cusp of th Passau is well-known for sitting on the cusp of three rivers: the Danube, Inn and Ilz. This does mean it's prone to flooding, but it's still a charming Bavarian city to visit. Photo by Cedric Schulze on Unsplash
These charming houses sitting pretty on the river These charming houses sitting pretty on the river side, providing a pop of colour. Photo by Vinay Chavan on Unsplash
Did you know that Zagreb is one of the few Europea Did you know that Zagreb is one of the few European cities that still holds onto the tradition of working gas lamps to light up some of the streets? Photo by David Boca on Unsplash
Hanoi's Train Street is a narrow alleyway in the O Hanoi's Train Street is a narrow alleyway in the Old Quarter that still operates with a twice-daily train passing through. Photo by Thijs Degenkamp on Unsplash
The Great Market Hall was the idea of the first Ma The Great Market Hall was the idea of the first Mayor of Budapest, Károly Kamermayer. It provides a place for both locals and tourists alike to come together to purchase produce and food (with a second level for souvenirs too)! Photo by Julius Jansson on Unsplash
Sometimes you just can't beat a walking tour when Sometimes you just can't beat a walking tour when exploring a new place! We'll take you through the charming wine village of Bernkastel, showcasing what makes it so special. Photo by Alexander Schimmeck on Unsplash
Our signature 'A' sprinkled on a dessert platter - Our signature 'A' sprinkled on a dessert platter - we couldn't think of a better way to round off a day of exploring a new port!
Easter-time signals the beginning of spring, and t Easter-time signals the beginning of spring, and therefore fresh blooms! 📍 Alsace region, France Photo by Aswathy N on Unsplash
Imagine taking a scenic bike ride to Giverny, home Imagine taking a scenic bike ride to Giverny, home to Claude Monet's incredible gardens and house. Photo by Veronica Reverse on Unsplash
Fancy yourself a bit of a foodie, or maybe you wan Fancy yourself a bit of a foodie, or maybe you want to expand your tastebuds? Then choose the included Discovery excursion to immerse yourself on a Food & Cultural tour of Paris! This is the beauty of our Active & Discovery cruises, where you can tailor your cruise to your interests! Photo by Stephan Valentin on Unsplash
You can't not visit the Alsace region of France, a You can't not visit the Alsace region of France, and not experience a wine tasting? The area is famous for its riesling, pinot gris and guwurztraminer (just to name a few!) 🍷 Photo by Victor Bouton on Unsplash
Bucharest's Old Town is abuzz with delights around Bucharest's Old Town is abuzz with delights around every corner, from local beaded jewelry stores to elegant restaurants in ancient buildings. Photo by Adrian Dascal on Unsplash
Vienna's architecture is second to none. The city' Vienna's architecture is second to none. The city's buildings are some of our favourites 🤗 Photo by Matias Tapia on Unsplash
These eye-catching fabrics are found in Vietnam, r These eye-catching fabrics are found in Vietnam, ready to be made into a garment of your choice. Photo by Rod Long on Unsplash
Cheers to fond memories of a pre-dinner drink whil Cheers to fond memories of a pre-dinner drink while cruising through Europe!
The Old Town of Basel is best explored on foot, wi The Old Town of Basel is best explored on foot, with many of its attractions found close together. Photo by Marco Pregnolato
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