Avalon Waterways

Short and suite: A luxury river cruise for just $947

The introduction of short sampler cruises has proved such a big hit in persuading younger people to try rivers that Avalon is ramping up the experiment for 2020. The luxury river line experienced a 37 […]

The last remaining river cruise deals for 2020 – save over $6000 per couple

The European river cruise season is just two months away – but some last-minute deals for 2020 are still available.

Who’s sailing the Nile in 2020

The banks of the Nile are now filled with river ships. Egypt’s temples and historic sites are busy and there’s a buzz on the Nile again. The new confidence on the Nile will see Avalon […]

River cruising 2020 – all the new ships

The new year heralds in big changes for river cruising. We’ll see lines heading to new destinations like Egypt and the Americas, but we will see some chic and sophisticated options sailing down well-known rivers […]

2020 – river cruise price war sees bargains from $990

Europe’s 2020 river cruisers are about to enjoy a season with some of the lowest prices ever, thanks to new entrants putting enormous pressure on major lines to come up with special deals. Teeming River […]

Avalon names game show hostess as godmother of new ship

Game show hostess Meredith Vieira has been named godmother of Avalon Waterways’ new ship Avalon View scheduled to sail the Danube River in 2020. She will christen the 166-passenger Avalon View in Ybbs, Austria on […]

How Adventure Hosts keep you active on your holiday

More river cruise lines are bringing activity managers on board to coordinate the growing number of options for active guests.

Best Christmas Markets cruises for the festive season

A river cruise is one of the best ways to explore Europe’s historic Christmas markets.

Rains save Europe’s rivers as heatwave abates

Despite Europe’s scorching heatwave, which caused nervousness amongst travellers and cruise lines alike, most river cruise itineraries have so far escaped largely unscathed this year. A weekend of rain brought relief, with operators now saying […]

River cruise lines hire “activities managers” as guests demand more action

While river cruising might be perceived as a style of holidaying for older generations, baby boomers and beyond are fitter, healthier and stronger than ever. They’re climbing mountains, going on long hikes and embarking on […]

River lines split over night sailings in Budapest

The ban on sailing past Budapest’s iconic illuminated Parliament House by night, has been lifted. But not all river cruise lines are rushing to get back on the water. The government ban was imposed after […]

Avignon to Lyon: What the cruise lines offer

The Rhone and Saone Rivers meander through the idyllic South of France, famed for its wine and cuisine as well as heritage treasures.