Skip to Main Content

The Latest News

The short story? We’ve got stories to share! From offering expert insights into the latest travel trends to sharing new, on-trend itineraries, we’re leading the way for travelers to discover the world—and all its splendor—in the best ways, and the ways that best suit them.
    UNCORKING FRANCE - Avalon Waterways to Set Sail in Bordeaux in 2025

    DENVER, Colorado – February 7, 2024

    Read Press Release

    ACTRESS & COMEDIENNE CHERI OTERI NAMED GODMOTHER OF AVALON’S NEWEST SUITE SHIP

    DENVER, Colorado – December 13, 2023

    Read Press Release

    SHIP, SHIP HOORAY! Avalon Waterways Named As One of the Top Cruise Lines by Cruise Critic in 15th Annual Editors’ Picks Awards

    DENVER, Colorado– December 6, 2023

    Read Press Release

Press Releases

The Lighthouse Project Spotlights Global “Day Of Giving” Give-Back Opportunities

November 20, 2023  |  Globus family of brands is shining a light on some of the company’s Lighthouse Project partnerships to raise awareness of worthy projects, causes and experiences that support a better tomorrow.

Read Article

TOASTING THE NEWEST “GRAPEST” TOURS & CRUISES IN PORTUGAL - Globus and Avalon Waterways Unveil New Vacations in Europe’s Hottest Destination

September 19, 2023  |  With its sunny disposition, sloping vineyards and sleepy villages, Portugal presents a treasure trove of experiences. And travelers have taken notice.

Read Article

A CRUISE THAT PAINTS A THOUSAND WORDS - Jen Hatmaker Unveiled as Avalon’s Newest Storyteller Host

May 18, 2023  |  For a European vacation to write home about, Avalon Waterways has announced a NEW Storyteller Series cruise for 2024: Cheers to 50 Years! A Storyteller Cruise & Birthday Celebration with Jen Hatmaker.

Read Article

RIVER CRUISES ARE MAKING A BIG (BIG!) SPLASH - Avalon Adds New Departures to Meet Demand

May 10, 2023  |  River cruises are creating waves across the industry, helping to lead travel’s comeback. In fact, Avalon Waterways is coming off its strongest first quarter sales season ever.

Read Article

WHIM-POWERED CRUISING - Avalon Spotlights Cruisers’ Favorite Active, Classic & Discovery Excursions

May 2, 2023  |  The greatest days are the ones where we wake to a wide-open agenda, a world of possibilities and a blank canvas to color as we please.

Read Article

THE RIPPLE EFFECT - FROM ONE ROWBOAT TO 95 YEARS OF FULFILLING TRAVEL DREAMS ON THE ROADS, RIVERS & RAILS OF THE WORLD

April 20, 2023  |  What began nearly a century ago as a rowboat ride across Switzerland’s Lake Lugano has rippled into a robust portfolio of independent, touring and cruising vacations across 70 countries.

Read Article

A CRUISE WITH CHARACTER ... GRAHAM McTAVISH SET TO HOST A STORYTELLER CRUISE

April 19, 2023  |  Avalon Waterways has announced a NEW Storyteller Series cruise for 2024: Kiltn’ It: Facts, Fiction & Fairytale Settings on the Rhine with Graham McTavish!

Read Article

10BEST AWARDS AVALON WATERWAYS’ “BEST RIVER CRUISE LINE” HONORS FOR TWO, CONSECUTIVE YEARS

March 28, 2023  |  After four weeks of voting from the readers of USA Today 10Best, the results are in … Avalon Waterways was chosen as the “Best River Cruise Line” for the second year in a row.

Read Article

SAIL AWAY FROM THE ORDINARY … AVALON WATERWAYS’ NEW AD MAKES A SPLASH ON STREAMING SERVICES

March 22, 2023  |  Ready to invite a new wave of cruisers onboard its small Suite Ships, designed for an average of just 150 guests, Avalon Waterways has redefined cruising by going against the current and away from the ordinary.

Read Article

AVALON’S NEW “WISH LIST” SURVEY POINTS TO CHANGING TIDES IN CRUISING

February 7, 2023  |  In December, the Globus family of brands – consisting of Globus, Cosmos and Avalon Waterways – distributed a “Wish List” survey to past travelers asking them to share travel interests and plans for 2023.

Read Article

AVALON WATERWAYS UNVEILS PLANS TO MAKE ITS DEBUT ON THE DUORO WITH A NEW, SUITE SHIP

September 14, 2022  |  Avalon Waterways announced that it will make its Duoro debut with a new itinerary and Suite Ship – the Avalon Alegria – in 2024.

Read Article

AVALON WATERWAYS NAMED BEST RIVER CRUISE LINE

July 26, 2022  |  After four weeks of votes coming in from the readers of USA Today 10Best, the results are in and Avalon Waterways was chosen as the best river cruise line.

Read Article

GOING AGAINST THE STREAM … AVALON WATERWAYS ADDS MORE WHIM-POWERED CRUISING OPTIONS FOR GUESTS

April 26, 2022  |  On Avalon Waterways’ Active & Discovery cruises, featuring Avalon Choice excursions, every day is an adventure. And, in 2022 and 2023, choices available to cruisers are nearly unlimited.

Read Article

SUSTAINABLE, RESPONSIBLE RIVER CRUISING: LIGHTING THE PATH TO A BETTER TOMORROW

April 19, 2022  |  Avalon Waterways is dedicated to preserving the natural surroundings of the world’s rivers with the Lighthouse Project, an illuminating initiative created to help travelers come together to reduce our footprint and give generously for the globe’s greater good. 

Read Article

MEREDITH VIEIRA CHRISTENS THE AVALON VIEW

April 12, 2022  |  Today, on beautiful, sunny day in Bratislava – surrounded by vineyards and the Little Carpathian mountains – Avalon Waterways christened its 14th Suite Ship in Europe. 

Read Article

“AND JUST LIKE THAT” …

February 1, 2022  |  River cruises invite a small-group of travelers to set sail aboard boutique-style ships along the postcard-perfect waterways of Europe, on a luxury cruise through rolling, hillside vineyards and along castle-topped cliffsides.

Read Article

MEREDITH VIEIRA, SET TO CHRISTEN THE AVALON VIEW IN 2022

January 11, 2022  |  Today, Avalon Waterways announced that Meredith Vieira, 15-time Emmy Award-winning host, executive producer and anchor, will move forward with plans to christen the Avalon View as godmother in 2022

Read Article