AVALON LUMINARY Ship Review
Avalon Luminary, seen here sailing the waterways of Europe. Photo courtesy of Avalon Waterways.
Avalon Luminary was built in 2010 along with her sister, Avalon Felicity. At 361 feet in length, she carries 138 guests.
AVALON LUMINARY Staterooms
Categories A,B and P aboard Avalon Luminary feature a French balcony. Photo courtesy of Avalon Waterways.
Avalon Luminary features five different stateroom categories.
- Located on Indigo Deck, Category E staterooms measure 172 square feet and feature two windows located near the ceiling of the stateroom. They also feature a full bathroom with a glass door enclosed shower, a writing desk, vanity, and Avalon’s deluxe beds with premium mattress covers, Egyptian linens, European-style duvets, and a choice of firm or soft pillows.
- Categories A, B and P also measure 172 square feet, and are located on the Sapphire and Royal decks. These staterooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows and a French balcony.
- Rounding out the accommodations are Avalon Luminary’s 258-square foot Avalon Suites. Located side-by-side on Royal Deck, these four suites pull out all the stops, featuring all the amenities of the previous categories but with more space, a large sitting area, and a larger bathroom
All guests have access to a welcome list of amenities, including nightly turn-down service, spacious three-door closets, flat-screen TV with movie channels, bathrobes and slippers, complimentary bottled water and L’Occitane toiletries.
AVALON LUMINARY Public Areas
The aft-facing Club Lounge aboard Avalon Luminary. Photo courtesy of Avalon Waterways.
Like her sisters, Avalon Luminary offers a host of amenities designed to ensure your stay aboard her is pleasurable.
Throughout the ship you’ll find wall-to-wall panoramic windows so you never miss the incredible scenery passing by. A main lounge, aft-facing Club Lounge, and an elegantly appointed restaurant round out the mix.
The ship is also fully equipped with Wi-Fi access and a dedicated Internet center, as well as a fitness center, and an outside viewing deck, the Sky Deck featuring premium lounge chairs and a whirlpool.
River Cruisers Should Know!
- Avalon Luminary’s interior is non-smoking.
- Headsets are available for guests on guided shore excursions.
- Room service, including continental breakfast, is available.
- Avalon Luminary has a dedicated cruise director and onboard lecturers, as well as nightly entertainment.
Live Voyage Report – Avalon Creativity On The Seine
- Day 1: Cruising La Seine From Paris to Rouen Through Art & History On Avalon Waterways’ Creativity
- Day 2: Two Overnights In Paris On Avalon Creativity
- Day 3: Monet, Monet, Monet: Impressions Of An Impressionist’s Gardens In Giverny
- Day 4: Roses & Ruins In Rouen, And A Young Lady Martyred & Remembered
- Day 5: A Trip To The Landing Beaches & A Stunning Discovery At The American Cemetery
- Day 6: Conquering Richard The Lionheart’s Castle
- Day 7: Avalon Creativity Cruise Review: Seven Days On The Seine, Does Avalon Measure Up?
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A magnificent 7 days, Paris to Amsterdam. Thanks to Gusta, tour director and all the fabulous crew. John and Judy P. Australia.