River Cruise Newsletter Dated
March 18, 2024
Dear Vacations To Go Customer,
Today, I'm pleased to present some incredible deals on river cruises
with
Avalon Waterways. On an Avalon vacation, you can discover
each destination your way through a wide range of activities and
excursions that are included in the upfront price.
Right now, our customers can take advantage of these special offers:
Save 50%
on the cruise portion of a wide selection of 2024 trips.
Book by
March 22.
Or,
save up to 33%
on other sailings in 2024 and 2025.
Book by March 31.
Fly for free
from select gateways plus get up to 10% off the cruise price on certain
2024 and 2025 sailings.
Book by March 31.
Fly from $599 per person
from select gateways and also receive up to 17% off the cruise price on
Europe itineraries departing through 2025.
Book by March 31.
And finally,
receive free prepaid gratuities
on select Active & Discovery cruises through 2025.
Avalon will debut
new Douro River cruises
in Portugal at the end of this month. Visit hillside vineyards, medieval
castles and delightful villages on the brand-new
Avalon Alegria
Suite Ship. Like Avalon's other Suite Ships in Europe, most of the
accommodations are 200-square-foot Panorama Suites with wall-to-wall,
floor-to-ceiling windows that slide open, essentially turning your room
into one huge veranda.
Next year, the line will introduce
new river cruises in Bordeaux.
Cruise the captivating Garonne and Dordogne rivers and discover
postcard-perfect towns, historic chateaux and charming wineries on
itineraries highlighting the rich traditions of southwest France. Some
sailings also include time on the Seine, Saone, Rhone and Rhine
rivers.
Avalon's Europe cruise rates include a river-view stateroom, onboard
meals, Wi-Fi access, guided sightseeing, sparkling wine at breakfast
plus soft drinks, regional beer and wine at lunch and dinner.
Complimentary beer, wine and spirits -- along with a featured cocktail
of the day -- will be served during an onboard happy hour each night of
the cruise.
The company's exclusive
Avalon Choice program lets travelers pick
from a variety of included excursions on every itinerary -- there are
Classic, Active and Discovery options.
On "Classic" excursions, learn about each destination's history and
traditions with local experts on walking tours and visits to museums,
cathedrals, castles or archaeological sites.
"Active" excursions could involve pedaling along the cycling paths of
Budapest or kayaking in Rouen. Adventure Hosts on Europe departures can
provide maps, bicycles and Nordic walking sticks to those who wish to
explore on their own.
On "Discovery" excursions, you might listen to a private musical
performance, take a painting lesson or try a local recipe in a cooking
class. Enjoy interactive experiences in a variety of venues, from
renowned music halls and galleries to farmhouse kitchens.
Avalon's
Active & Discovery
itineraries provide a greater number of enriching and immersive shore
outings. These can include energetic activities, like biking or
kayaking, as well as interactive discoveries such as composing your own
waltz or participating in a cocktail workshop.
The
Storyteller Series
is a collection of cruises featuring celebrity hosts. Guest speakers
this year include Diana Gabaldon, author of the popular
Outlander
series; Graham McTavish, Scottish actor and author known for his
on-screen roles in hits like
The Hobbit and
The Witcher;
rock band Sister Hazel and
Jen Hatmaker, podcaster and
best-selling author of books such as
For the Love and a cookbook,
Feed These People.
Avalon has also rolled out new sustainability initiatives on its ships,
with a special focus on waste reduction and recycling programs. Shore
activities are carefully planned to support local businesses and
communities while providing guests with unique, memorable experiences.
Here are this week's
Top 10 Avalon Cruises. All prices are per
person, based on double occupancy, and subject to availability.
1)
A Taste of the Danube,
4 days. Travels between Budapest and Vienna.
Save up to 50%.
Starting at $900. Departures from April 28, 2024 through September 13,
2024.
2)
Danube Symphony,
6 days. Travels between Vilshofen and Budapest.
Save up to 50%.
Starting at $1,250. Departures from April 4, 2024 through November 6,
2025.
3)
Tulip Time Cruise,
8 days. Begins and ends in Amsterdam.
Save up to 50%. Starting at
$1,550. Departures from March 30, 2024 through May 1, 2025.
4)
Danube Dreams,
8 days. Travels between Budapest and Vilshofen.
Save up to 50%.
Starting at $1,900. Departures from April 5, 2024 through October 12,
2025.
5)
The Rhine & Moselle: Canals, Vineyards & Castles,
8 days. Begins in Amsterdam and ends in Remich.
Save up to 50%.
Starting at $1,850. Departures from August 1, 2024 through September 13,
2025.
6)
Romantic Rhine,
8 days. Travels between Amsterdam and Basel.
Save up to 50%.
Starting at $1,900. Departures from April 6, 2024 through December 16,
2025.
7)
Active & Discovery on the Danube,
8 days. Travels between Vilshofen and Budapest.
Save up to 50%.
Starting at $1,900. Departures from May 16, 2024 through September 30,
2025.
8)
Paris to Normandy,
8 days. Begins and ends in Paris.
Save up to 50%. Starting at
$1,900. Departures from April 2, 2024 through October 21, 2025.
9)
Burgundy & Provence,
8 days. Travels between Arles and Chalon-sur-Saone.
Save up to
50%. Starting at $1,900. Departures from April 2, 2024 through
November 4, 2025.
10)
Active & Discovery on the Rhone,
8 days. Travels Lyon and Arles.
Save up to 50%. Starting at
$2,050. Departures from May 14, 2024 through September 2, 2025.
Customers in the US and Canada can call us toll-free at 800-510-4002. For a list of our other toll-free numbers worldwide, click here.
Please e-mail me your comments, suggestions and questions at alanfox@rivercruise.com and I will respond the same day.
Sincerely,
Alan Fox
Executive Chairman
Vacations To Go