Built in 2010, Avalon Felicity sails the exquisite waterways between Amsterdam and Basel along the incredible Rhine. At 361 feet in length, she carries just 138 passengers in a setting that is … [Read more...] about Ship Profile: Avalon Felicity
River Cruising: Accessibility on the Waterways
Many experienced deep-ocean cruisers might initially be surprised to learn that not all river cruise ships feature an elevator for passenger use. After all, with most spanning a maximum height of … [Read more...] about River Cruising: Accessibility on the Waterways
River Cruise of the Week: Avalon’s European Splendor
Few things are more breathtaking than a river cruise down the legendary waterways of Europe, and Avalon Waterways has designed a 13-day voyage from Amsterdam to Vienna that sails the magnificent … [Read more...] about River Cruise of the Week: Avalon’s European Splendor
Five Reasons to River Cruise in 2012
I will admit it: Before I had taken my first river cruise, I had my doubts. Would I enjoy it? Would I be bored? Would it be too laid back? Even though I have 25+ deep ocean cruises under my nautical … [Read more...] about Five Reasons to River Cruise in 2012
River Cruising’s New Golden Age: 2012 Ship Launches
As we alluded to on New Year’s Day, this could be one of the best years to take a river cruise – ever. The number of new ships launching on the waterways of Europe alone is remarkable enough, but six … [Read more...] about River Cruising’s New Golden Age: 2012 Ship Launches
2012: The Year of the River Cruise
Happy New Year! 2012 may only be a few hours old, but we've got a feeling the forthcoming year could be one of the best ever for the river cruise industry. No less than 10 new river cruise ships will … [Read more...] about 2012: The Year of the River Cruise