Avalon Waterways is preparing to unveil two new ships in Europe in 2009 — the Avalon Affinity and the Avalon Creativity. At the same time, the company is officially announcing the names of two more newbuilds that will join Avalon’s European fleet in 2010 — the Avalon Felicity and the Avalon Luminary.
With the debut of Avalon Felicity and Avalon Luminary, Avalon Waterways will have christened five ships since 2008, bringing the small-ship cruise company’s European fleet total to 10.
“Fed, in part, by a big ship traveler base and the fact that cruisers are looking for new, in-depth experiences, river cruising is the fastest-growing travel style,” said Patrick Clark, managing director of Avalon Waterways. “Our new ship builds and increased itineraries represent more than $100 million in growth to meet increased demand.”
The company’s new ships are sister vessels to the Avalon Scenery and feature floor-to-ceiling windows on two decks, a fun pool on the sky deck, and an elevator and Club Lounge. Avalon’s newest ships also showcase its signature, spacious 172-square-foot staterooms with standard amenities that include hotel-style beds with duvets, Egyptian cotton linens, flat-screen satellite televisions, minibars, safes, modern bathrooms and large wardrobes.
Consumers and agents can now take a virtual tour of the Avalon Scenery, as well as the Avalon Poetry and Avalon Tranquility, three ships that represent the different types of vessels the company sails in Europe, at AvalonWaterways.com/Difference. While online, agents can click on various areas of the ship, including the lobby and reception, stateroom, bar and lounge, dining room, sky deck and fitness room to take an online tour that includes information, photos and 360-degree views of Avalon.
“Cruising with us provides travelers big benefits, including a more intimate, small-ship experience, close proximity to attractions and great value,” said Clark. “Our prices include accommodation, meals, unlimited complimentary local wine with all onboard dinners, regional entertainment and unparalleled land excursions. Not only do travelers appreciate knowing what their vacation will cost before the go, agents benefit with strong commissions from this all-inclusive style of travel.”
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